SUNRISE, Fla. - Florida Panthers President of Hockey Operations Dale Tallon announced today that the Panthers have reduced their roster to 24 players.

Defenseman Ian McCoshen has been assigned to Florida's American Hockey League affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds.

Forward Paul Thompson has been placed on waivers and upon clearing waivers will be assigned to Springfield (AHL).

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The Florida Panthers open the regular season at the BB&T Center on Oct. 13 against the New Jersey Devils. Full and partial ticket packages are now available that include flexible payment plans. In addition, single game suites and group pricing are available for the 2016-17 season. Please call (954) 835- PUCK (7825) or visit FloridaPanthers.com/TicketCentral to purchase your ticket plan.