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Player Profile: Matthew Tkachuk

Matthew Tkachuk was born in Scottsdale, Arizona, on December 11th, 1997. Tkachuk is a left-shot left-winger who played for the St. Louis AAA Blues 16U team, who scored 25 goals and added 57 assists for 82 points in 41 games during the 2012-13 season.

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With Matthew Tkachuk back in fold, Panthers eye consistency vs. Jets

Inconsistency has plagued the Florida Panthers entering their road game on Thursday night against the Winnipeg Jets. That trend continued with a 4-1 home loss to the San Jose Sharks on Monday which dropped Florida to 6-7-1 over the last 14 games with consecutive wins just once over that span.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 22

Flames have one potential trade piece no one is talking about

The Calgary Flames have gotten to work when it comes to selling ahead of the March 6 trade deadline. Such was always expected to be the case with this team heading into the season, and their play through the first half made that decision all the easier for general manager (GM) Craig Conroy.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / January 21

3 Takeaways From The Florida Panthers vs San Jose Sharks Game 01/19/2026

If there’s one thing the Cats know how to do, it’s put on a show for their fans. Even though the team lost 1-4 to the Sharks, the mood around the team was still high.

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Matthew Tkachuk News / Breakaway on SI / January 20

Panthers’ Playoff Hopes Rise With Star Forward Back

Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk returned to the lineup Jan. 19, and while the game resulted in a loss to the up-and-coming San Jose Sharks, the outlook for the Panthers the rest of the way is one of hope.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 20

Panthers’ Matthew Tkachuk gets real on how he felt in season debut vs. Sharks

The Florida Panthers saw Matthew Tkachuk return to the ice on Monday night against the San Jose Sharks. Tkachuk had not skated this season due to injuries suffered during Florida’s Stanley Cup run last spring.

NHL News / Oilersnation / January 19

NHL News: Golden Knights acquire Rasmus Andersson, Panthers to activate Matthew Tkachuk, and more

We’ve got ourselves a couple of trades between Pacific Division rivals. On Sunday, the Calgary Flames dealt defenceman Rasmus Andersson to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for defenseman Zach Whitecloud, defence prospect Abram Wiebe, a 2027 first-round pick, and a conditional 2027 second-round pick.

Florida Panthers News / Field Level Media / January 19

Panthers star F Matthew Tkachuk set for season debut vs. Sharks

After playing through injuries to lead the Florida Panthers to their second consecutive Stanley Cup championship and undergoing offseason surgery, star forward Matthew Tkachuk will make his season debut Monday night when the Panthers host the San Jose Sharks in Sunrise, Fla.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 19

NHL Rumors: Tkachuk Back, Maple Leafs, Canucks, & Canadiens Trade Talk

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Calgary Flames finally moved Rasmus Andersson after extension talks stalled. If he won’t sign anywhere, why did the Vegas Golden Knights trade for him without an extension in place?

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Florida Panthers News / Last Word On Sports / January 19

Florida Panthers Lineup Gets Massive Boost

The Florida Panthers are getting some help just in the nick of time. News emerged that forward Matthew Tkachuk will return to the lineup on Monday. Tkachuk is set to make his season debut for the Panthers against the San Jose Sharks.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / January 19

Panthers’ Matthew Tkachuk to make 2025-26 season debut against Sharks

It has been a long time coming, but one of the game’s biggest stars is finally set to make his return. When speaking to the media, Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk revealed that he will make his season debut on Monday night when the team takes on the San Jose Sharks.

Matthew Tkachuk News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 19

Panthers To Activate Matthew Tkachuk

Star winger Matthew Tkachuk will be back in the lineup tonight, he told reporters this morning (including Jameson Olive of the Panthers’ website). Tkachuk is on long-term injured reserve, meaning Florida’s demotion of Noah Gregor today to open up a roster spot won’t be enough.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 15

Brady Tkachuk Hits 200, Now What for the Senators?

Brady Tkachuk has a way of making big games feel even bigger. After scoring his 200th NHL goal and piling up three assists in Ottawa’s 8-4 win over the Rangers Wednesday night, he joined Sean Reynolds to talk about what’s going on with this Senators team—and what it might mean for the stretch ahead.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 12

Panthers moves puck drop for Jan. 19 game vs. Sharks due to Miami-Indiana CFP title game

It is an exciting time to be a sports fan in the Miami, Florida area. The Florida Panthers have won back-to-back Stanley Cups, and could be welcoming Matthew Tkachuk back to the lineup soon.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / January 12

Panthers Waiting for Matthew Tkachuk as Playoff Position Slips

The Florida Panthers entered the season as back-to-back Stanley Cup champions with expectations of another deep playoff run. Instead, they find themselves in seventh place in the Atlantic Division with a 23-18-3 record and just 49 points, barely clinging to playoff hopes.

Florida Panthers News / Inside The Rink / January 12

Mid-Season Thoughts On The Florida Panthers

The Panthers are just over halfway through their season, and it’s been a mixed bag of results for the two-time defending Cup Champions. Florida expected to go into the season down Matthew Tkachuk, not ideal, but that’s a survivable loss to the lineup.

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / January 5

Panthers Star Could Finally Make Season Debut After Surgery

The Florida Panthers, who currently find themselves just barely on the outside of the playoff picture, could be getting some much-needed reinforcements in the coming days.

Florida Panthers News / Athlon Sports / January 5

Matthew Tkachuk Issues Injury Update Before Panthers’ 6-Game Road Trip

Matthew Tkachuk will travel with the Florida Panthers this week for the first time this season in a clear sign that his return from injury is getting closer than ever.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 4

Matthew Tkachuk To Join Panthers On Road Trip, Return Uncertain

The Florida Panthers could receive a superstar addition during their upcoming six-game road-trip through Canada and the American East Coast. Winger Matthew Tkachuk has been practicing with the club for the last week and has a loose target for his return – but hasn’t yet stepped up to full-contact practice – per David Dwork of The Hockey News.