 Jovanovski signed a four @-@ year , $ 16 @.@ 5 million contract to return to the Florida Panthers on July 1 , 2011 . He played a large role in helping reshape the franchise 's rebuilding and drive to make the playoffs . Beginning in his second year after rejoining the Panthers , he served as team captain for the 2012 – 13 and 2013 – 14 seasons . On June 29 , 2014 , Jovanovski was placed on unconditional waivers for the purpose of a buyout . Jovanovski remained inactive in the NHL during the 2014 – 15 season . On December 28 , 2015 Jovanovski announced his retirement from the NHL . 
