The Florida panthers have re-signed Six Nations defenseman Brandon Montour to a 3-year deal. The deal is for $10.5-million and will earn him a yearly average of $3.5-million per season. There’s no doubt that the 27-year-old player impressed them during his time with the Panthers. In his 12 games with the team, he earned two goals and two assists for four points. Team General Manager Bill Zito was very impressed with his play. “After joining the Panthers at the deadline this past season, Brandon impressed us with his character, skill set, tenacity and passion. We are excited to have him return to the Panthers as an important element of our defensive core.” Montour came with a renewed sense of drive. Playing for a struggling Buffalo Sabres team who had the…