‘Prime’ Sergei Bobrovsky Shows Up Again in Florida Panthers Victory

“The future of the Florida Panthers is Sergei Bobrovsky,” coach Paul Maurice said. “This guy is still in his prime.“

SUNRISE, Fla. — Sergei Bobrovsky has been outright dominant for the Florida Panthers as of late.

That much was apparent once again as he picked up a 16-save shutout his former Columbus Blue Jackets to collect his second clean sheet in three games in a 3-0 victory on Thursday night. Bobrovsky has only allowed one goal on 68 shots — an astounding .985 save percentage — in that span.

And that is the play the Panthers need from Bobrovsky after shipping goalie-of-the-future Spencer Knight off to the Chicago Blackhawks for Seth Jones.

Even at 36 years old, Bobrovsky is the goalie-of-the-future now.

“The future of the Florida Panthers is Sergei Bobrovsky,” coach Paul Maurice said. “This guy is still in his prime. I mean, you look at his age, and that’s fine, but he is in his prime right now.

“He is playing the best hockey he’s ever played. He feels good. So, I don’t think we’re looking too far down the road, but nobody expires here on a certain date. Sergei is playing in his prime and he could play for another five years if he wants.”