Purcell wants to return to the Panthers next season, George Richards of The Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

With free agency upon him, Purcell is looking to lock in a spot with the Panthers in the upcoming 2016-17 season. The 30-year-old right winger was traded from the Oilers for a third-round pick in 2016 in late February. He tallied 30 points (10 goals, 20 assists) this season.