Sergei Bobrovsky’s wife Olga bids emotional farewell to Florida as Toronto Maple Leafs chapter begins this NHL season

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky’s family is preparing for a big change after seven memorable years in South Florida. The veteran netminder embarks on a new chapter with Toronto, and his wife, Olga Bobrovsky, posted an emotional farewell to Florida.The move ends a major chapter in Bobrovsky’s career with the Florida Panthers, where he won two Stanley Cups and established himself as one of the NHL’s most decorated goaltenders.NHL star Sergei Bobrovsky’s wife Olga Bobrovsky says farewell to Florida Panthers eraOlga Bobrovsky said goodbye to the family's Florida chapter with an emotional social media post reflecting on the memories made during Sergei Bobrovsky's seven seasons with the Florida Panthers.The family's time in South Florida included two Stanley Cup championships, family milestones and countless moments away from the rink. Olga's departure was a reminder of how deeply the period had infiltrated the lives of the Bobrovskiys.In her message, Olga reflected on the family’s home in Florida and the memories that defined their time with the Panthers. She mentioned the seven-year contract, their two children and major personal moments during that time.The farewell comes as the Bobrovskys are about to move to Toronto after Sergei Bobrovsky leaves the Panthers. The move is a personal transition and a key career change for the veteran goaltender.Sergei Bobrovsky starts Toronto Maple Leafs chapterThis summer, Sergei Bobrovsky signed a three-year, $21 million deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs that set the stage for a stunning change for the 37-year-old goaltender.Toronto is getting a goaltender with plenty of NHL experience, two Vezina Trophy wins and a pair of Stanley Cup championships. Bobrovsky is expected to be a big part of the Maple Leafs’ quest for their first Stanley Cup since 1967.Bobrovsky also reunites with former goaltending partner Anthony Stolarz in the signing, adding yet another familiar face to Toronto’s crease.Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov recently spoke highly of Bobrovsky and the impact he made on their time together.Barkov pointed to Bobrovsky’s work ethic and consistency, saying the veteran set an example for younger players. His comments highlight why Bobrovsky’s departure is more significant than his numbers.Over the last seven seasons, Bobrovsky has been a key reason why the Florida Panthers went from a non-contender to a Stanley Cup contender. His game helped lead the team to back-to-back titles in 2024 and 2025.What Sergei Bobrovsky brings to TorontoBobrovsky comes to Toronto with a long NHL resume and tonnes of postseason experience. His career record is 456-266-58, and he’s been able to stay healthy all 16 years in the NHL.His arrival brings Stanley Cup experience to a Toronto Maple Leafs team under pressure to end its long drought for the championship. The task ahead will be to transform Bobrovsky’s Florida success into another successful NHL chapter in Toronto.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.