The Florida Panthers landed goaltender Jacob Markstrom from the Devils. They sent forward Evan Rodrigues to New Jersey in return. Florida picked up some extra pieces the Devils left unnamed. Markstrom once suited up for the Panthers from 2010 until 2014 before leaving. Now he’s back where he started. The trade was announced on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Sportsnet.ca and TSN published it before the league confirmed it officially. Rodrigues will play for New Jersey to shore up their forwards. The Panthers secure an seasoned goalie ahead of the new season. No extra details were given about the unmentioned assets swapped in the deal.