With Bill Zito's masterful leadership behind the blockbuster signings of Brad Marchand, Sam Bennett, and Aaron Ekblad, the Florida Panthers are roaring louder than ever. Their unstoppable core, locked in until 2030,

Aaron Ekblad reportedly is re-signing with the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions on an eight-year contract worth $48.8 million

Ekblad was considered the top defenseman on the free-agent market before inking the contract, worth $6.1 million annually.