Matthew Tkachuk
W FLA
Tue 10/17/23 1:36 AM

Tkachuk produced two assists in Monday's 4-3 road win against the Devils.
EDGE Analysis
In addition to the two helpers, he posted a plus-1 rating, four shots on goal, a blocked shot, a minor penalty and five hits in his 19:41 of ice time. After getting blanked in the opener in Minnesota, he has back-to-back games with two assists to get on track. Next up is the Panthers' home opener against the Maple Leafs on Thursday.

Matthew Tkachuk
W FLA
Fri 10/13/23 2:13 PM

Tkachuk couldn't find the back of the net against Minnesota on Thursday despite 10 shots on goal.
EDGE Analysis
Tkachuk's 10 shots, something he did just once last season, led both teams in Thursday's contest. The 25-year-old winger averaged 4.1 shots per game last season on his way to a second straight 40-goal campaign. With his role on the power play, Tkachuk should be capable of challenging for the 100-point mark again this season.

Matthew Tkachuk
W FLA
Tue 9/12/23 2:40 PM

Tkachuk (broken sternum) will be available for the start of training camp, Dan Rosen of NHL.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Tkachuk was forced to sit out Florida's season-ending loss to Vegas in the Stanley Cup Playoffs because of a broken sternum. He racked up 11 goals and 13 assists in 20 playoff contests prior to getting injured. Tkachuk amassed 40 goals, 109 points and 123 PIM in 79 games during the regular season.

Matthew Tkachuk
W FLA
Wed 6/14/23 2:59 AM

Tkachuk suffered a broken sternum in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals, David Dwork of Local 10 Miami reports.
EDGE Analysis
Tkachuk tried to work through the injury, but the wear and tear from Game 4 ultimately kept him out of the lineup for Tuesday's season-ending loss in Game 5. It's unclear if the injury will be fully healed in time for training camp in September. Tkachuk finished the playoffs with 24 points in 20 contests and tied for third in postseason scoring in the league.

Matthew Tkachuk
W FLA
Wed 6/14/23 2:59 AM

Tkachuk (upper body) is not expected to play in Tuesday's Game 5 versus the Golden Knights, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.
EDGE Analysis
Tkachuk essentially came down to a game-time decision, but it's likely to be Grigori Denisenko in the lineup instead. Anton Lundell figures to receive the largest bump in playing time with Tkachuk out. With the Panthers facing elimination Tuesday, there's no guarantee there will be a Game 6 on Friday, though Tkachuk will likely be questionable for that one if the Panthers can extend the series.

Matthew Tkachuk
W FLA
Sun 6/11/23 2:59 AM

Tkachuk would not commit to being available for Tuesday's Game 5 after he was on the bench nursing an injury for part of the third period of Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Golden Knights in Game 4, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Tkachuk also only lightly participated in warmups, taking few shots. The injury likely stems from a heavy hit that he took from Keegan Kolesar in Game 3, though Tkachuk was able to play a big role in the Panthers' comeback in that contest. The Panthers are likely to be very guarded with information about Tkachuk's injury, so he can be considered a game-time decision for Game 5.

Matthew Tkachuk
W FLA
Fri 6/9/23 2:59 AM

Tkachuk scored a goal on three shots, dished an assist and went plus-3 in Thursday's 3-2 overtime win over the Golden Knights in Game 3.
EDGE Analysis
Tkachuk had an eventful night, which saw him leave the game late in the first period and miss part of the second with a suspected injury. He ended up being just fine, with his goal late in the third sending the contest into overtime. The winger continues to be a star for the Panthers with 24 points, 57 shots on net, 58 hits, 60 PIM and a plus-12 rating through 19 playoff contests.

Matthew Tkachuk
W FLA
Fri 6/9/23 2:59 AM

Tkachuk returned to the ice in the second period of Thursday's Game 3 versus the Golden Knights, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.
EDGE Analysis
Tkachuk was late out of the locker room following the first intermission after taking a big hit in the first period. The winger picked up one assist prior to his brief absence, and he'll look to add to that over the rest of the contest.

Matthew Tkachuk
W FLA
Fri 6/9/23 2:59 AM

Tkachuk (undisclosed) left Thursday's Game 3 versus the Golden Knights in the first period after receiving a big hit, Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Tkachuk was hit by Keegan Kolesar in the first period, and while it looked like the Florida winger was going to stay in the game, he exited after a power-play shift. He was not on the Panthers' bench to start the second period. The team did not immediately provide an update on Tkachuk's status after the first intermission.

Matthew Tkachuk
W FLA
Tue 6/6/23 2:59 AM

Tkachuk had a goal and 22 PIM in a 7-2 loss to Vegas in Game 2 on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Tkachuk received a roughing penalty and a 10-minute misconduct late in the second period. After serving his time, he scored midway through the third frame, though it merely narrowed Vegas' lead to 6-2. Still, the tally brought the 25-year-old up to an impressive 10 goals and 22 points in 18 postseason outings this year. Shortly after finding the back of the net, Tkachuk received his second 10-minute misconduct of the contest. That's pushed him up to 36 PIM after just two contests in the Stanley Cup Finals, compared to 24 during his first 16 playoff appearances.