The Florida Panthers budget constraints are likely to blame for the departure of many top players to free agency. Center Stephen Weiss signed a lucrative five-year contract with the Red Wings while Florida has remained relatively quiet through the free agent frenzy thus far. "We have a budget, and we have a budget we have to stick with," said Florida GM Dale Tallon. "That's what the mandate is. It's all in the budget. So, that's what we're doing." With a large group of young talented players in its system, the Panthers are hoping they can remain competitive without spending much more than the salary cap floor.