Hovorka signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Panthers on Tuesday, per PuckPedia.
Analysis:Hovorka just completed his entry-level deal in 2025-26. He logged 18 points in 57 regular-season outings for AHL Charlotte last year, as well as one assist in four games with the Panthers. He will likely spend most of 2026-27 in the AHL.
