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Coverage dated October 22, 2026 to October 23, 2026

Florida Panthers rookie goalie Cooper Black — all 6-foot-9 of him — makes NHL history in debut

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Florida Panthers goalie Cooper Black made NHL history in his debut. The 6-foot-9 Black became the tallest goaltender to play in a regular-season game when he headed to the Florida net before the opening faceoff.

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  1. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Florida Panthers rookie goalie Cooper Black — all 6-feet-9 of him — makes NHL history in debut (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Florida Panthers goalie Cooper Black made NHL history in his debut

  2. WHEC Rochester

    Florida Panthers rookie goalie Cooper Black — all 6-foot-9 of him — makes NHL history in debut (opens WHEC Rochester)

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    Florida Panthers goalie Cooper Black made NHL history in his debut. The 6-foot-9 Black became the tallest goaltender to play in a regular-season game when he headed to the Florida net before the opening faceoff.

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