It has been awhile since I have attended a Floriday Panthers hockey game, maybe 2 years . I used to go fairly often.
As for last nights game versus Carolina Hurricanes: The Florida Panthers need bigger and more skilled players to compete and be a winner in pro hockey. Do not get me wrong, the team hustled and won the game but it will take more than that to be competitive against much better teams and to bring more fans. It will take (as usual) $$$$$ from the owners.
As for the arena itself, it is still very nice. However I do think it is time to change the carpet leading up to the Budweiser Bar / Lounge area.
Actually the entertainment in and around the arena looked fun. The ice dancers looked hot and were entertaining.
I will be going again during this season.