The Florida Panthers are on a winning streak and have strengthened their defense with All-Star Seth Jones, acquired in a trade for Spencer Knight. Preparing to face the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Panthers are poised for a competitive battle as they aim to maintain their momentum and solidify their position in the Atlantic Division.

The Panthers have dream and nightmare scenarios for the NHL trade deadline after their big deal for Seth Jones.

Here are three significant NHL EDGE stats surrounding Jones’ outlook with the Panthers: Per NHL EDGE stats, Jones ranked among the defenseman leaders in average shot speed (73.36 miles per hour; 89th percentile) and top shot speed (96.35 mph; 85th percentile) at the time of the trade.

The Atlantic Division is and always has been an absolute arms race. Gone are the Boston Bruins from the equation, they’ve joined the selling ranks, but the Ottawa Senators, Detroit Red Wings, and even the Montreal Canadiens are ready to fill the void.

Seth Jones was traded to the Florida Panthers by the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday for goalie Spencer Knight and a conditional first-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Florida also received a fourth-round pick in the 2026 draft.