Report: Alex Kovalev may have tryout with Panthers

With the NHL lockout over, many unrestricted free agents are still looking for work under the new CBA.

According to a tweet by Nick Kypreos, Alex Kovalev may have a tryout with the Florida Panthers when training camps open on either Saturday or Sunday.

Kovalev last played in the NHL for the Pittsburgh Penguins during the 2010-11 season, recording two goals and five assists in 20 games.

In his career, Kovalev has 428 goals in 1,302 career games.

Other notable UFA's include.

Mike Knuble

Jason Arnott

Marco Sturm

Brian Rolston

Daymond Langkow

Jason Blake and

Andrew Brunette