SUNRISE, Fla. – The Florida Panthers have recalled forward Cole Schwindt from the Charlotte Checkers of the American Hockey League, the organization announced on Monday.
In a corresponding move, forward Sam Lafferty has been loaned to the AHL.
In 29 games with the Panthers in 2025-26, Schwindt produced seven points (5G, 2A). Prior to his recall, he’d logged three points (1G, 2A) in five games with the Checkers this season.
Over 78 career games in the NHL, the 25-year-old has posted 15 points (6G, 9A).
On July 1, the Panthers inked Schwindt to a two-year contract extension.
“He’s a really hard-working guy,” Panthers president of hockey operations & general manager Bill Zito said after the deal with signed. “You don’t know who the next guy to get a chance is. He’s working his tail off and trying to be as ready as he can for what’s up next.”
Originally recalled on Oct. 3, Lafferty suited up in five games with the Panthers.
Sitting at 5-2-2 and riding a three-game winning streak, the Panthers will kick off a four-game road trip with a matchup against the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET.
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