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Time of India
25-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Controversy brews as Panthers consider benching $9.5M star Matthew Tkachuk to fix salary cap woes
Florida Panthers, fresh off their Stanley Cup win, are facing salary cap challenges and Matthew Tkachuk's injury might offer a solution. (Getty Images) The Florida Panthers, stepped off another Stanley Cup win, face salary cap challenges. Star forward Matthew Tkachuk's injury could offer a solution. Placing him on long-term injured reserve would create cap relief, though he battled injuries across last season's championship run. Matthew Tkachuk injury opens door for Panthers' salary cap workaround Even as the champagne corks settle from their consecutive Stanley Cup triumph, the Florida Panthers' management faces pressing financial decisions. It's the hockey offseason, but for the front office, the work is far from over. A consequential hurdle looms: the team's current payroll surpasses the salary cap by a notable $3.75 million, a figure confirmed by Puck Pedia. This means the Panthers must strategically reduce their financial commitments to align with league regulations. — BleacherReport (@BleacherReport) One particularly impactful avenue for achieving cap consent revolves around key forward Matthew Tkachuk, whose contract carries a hefty $9.5 million impact on the team's salary structure. The possibility of his injury playing a role in this decision has been raised. Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos, in his assessment of Florida's cap situation, put forth a compelling idea: 'If Tkachuk were to miss the beginning of the season and be out for a while, the Panthers would be able to get under the cap by putting his contract on LTIR.' This maneuver, placing a player on the long-term injured reserve, offers the distinct advantage of allowing a team to briefly exceed the salary cap. Matthew Tkachuk's groin injury could become Panthers' financial lifeline Matthew Tkachuk, a true competitor, played through significant injuries during the 2024-25 season, including a torn adductor and hernia sustained at the 4 Nations Face-Off. His dedication was vital to the Panthers' second consecutive Stanley Cup. In the 2025 Final, he bestowed three goals and seven assists. Tkachuk's substantial $9.5 million cap hit is a key factor, with Aleksander Barkov ($10 million), Sam Reinhart ($8.625 million), and Sam Bennett ($8 million, recently signed extension) also having large contracts. The Panthers face a tough offseason dilemma: balancing their championship roster with salary cap constraints, potentially relying on Matthew Tkachuk's injury status to navigate their financial tightrope. Also Read: Brad Marchand's disrespectful celebration resurfaces as Panthers clinch Cup — Canucks fans furious FAQs 1. Why are the Panthers considering placing Matthew Tkachuk on LTIR? To create cap relief, as his $9.5M salary could help offset their $3.75M cap overage. 2. Is Matthew Tkachuk seriously injured? Tkachuk has been dealing with lingering groin issues since the 4 Nations Face-Off and the playoffs. 3. Could this move be seen as salary cap manipulation? Some critics believe using LTIR for Tkachuk's injury might be a strategic loophole rather than necessity. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
India.com
06-07-2025
- Sport
- India.com
TNPL Final 2025 Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Dindigul Dragons Online And On TV?
The Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2025 Final is here, and cricket fans across the region are eagerly waiting for the title clash between iDream Tiruppur Tamizhans and Dindigul Dragons. Set to take place on Sunday, July 6, this match promises a thrilling end to what has been a high-octane season. Match Details Match: TNPL 2025 Final - iDream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Dindigul Dragons Date: Sunday, 6 July 2025 Time: 7:15 PM IST Venue: NPR College Ground, Dindigul Both sides have shown dominance throughout the tournament, with Tiruppur reaching their first-ever final and Dindigul aiming for another shot at the trophy. Where to Watch TNPL 2025 Final on TV Fans can catch the live telecast of the final match on the Star Sports Network, particularly: Star Sports 2 Star Sports Tamil (Regional coverage) These channels will provide live coverage in multiple languages, including Tamil and English, ensuring accessibility for a wide audience. Live Streaming: How to Watch Online For digital viewers, the TNPL 2025 Final will be streamed live on the FanCode app and website, which has exclusive digital rights to the tournament. Fans can: Watch live streaming via FanCode (mobile and desktop) Access match highlights and pre/post-match analysis Opt for a match pass or subscription as needed International viewers may also access the final for free on platforms like Styx Sports, depending on availability. What to Expect iDream Tiruppur Tamizhans have been the story of the season, with consistent batting from their top order and strong spin bowling performances. Dindigul Dragons, on the other hand, bring experience and depth to the final with key players like C Hari Nishaanth and R. Vivek expected to play pivotal roles. The final is expected to be closely contested, with both teams in form and fans hoping for a nail-biting finish to the season.
Edmonton Journal
24-06-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
'This ends now': It's time for change in Edmonton Oilers nets, but what to do?
Article content The one big thing experts agree on when it comes to the goalie situation of the Edmonton Oilers is that it's time for change, even if that is for change itself. But in trying to make such a move, ESPN analyst Ray Ferraro said the Oilers are 'in a tough spot.' Article content On his Ray & Dregs podcast, Ferraro suggested there's no question that Florida's Sergei Bobrovsky was a better goalie in the 2025 Final than Edmonton's tandem of Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard. Article content Edmonton could try to sign veteran New Jersey goalie Jake Allen as an Unrestricted Free Agents, but there a few teams competing to sign him, Ferraro said. 'He's a free agent. How much money can you put into your (goalie) position? Because you need it so definitively in other places (on the Oilers roster). They're in a tough spot.' Anaheim's John Gibson is another name out there, Ferraro said, but will Anaheim be willing to retain cap space? 'That's an expensive trade both, I would think, in assets and in dollars. Like, they're in a tough spot there. But I think might even be in the place of change for change, is part of what they need to do. I don't think you can go back with the same goaltending… There would be an undercurrent all year with the same goaltending. And that's unfortunately, I mean, that's the nature of that bloody position, right?' Article content At the New York Post, columnist Larry Brooks said $10-million-per-year Bobrovsky was, in fact, the difference-maker in both Florida's 2024 and 2025 Cup wins. It's wise to spend on a goalie, Brooks said. 'There have been exceptions to the rule, but the notion that legit contenders can get by with middle-tier netminders has always been patently absurd. I'm not sure whether Edmonton GM Stan Bowman was more derelict in his duty by attempting to get by with a goaltending tandem of Stuart Skinner ($2.6M per) and Calvin Pickard ($1M) — 3.6 percent of the cap, whoop-de-do — or failing to match last summer's offer sheets to Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway. Unless McDavid has already decided that it is best for him and his family to leave Edmonton for perhaps a major market city in the East — and we all know we are talking about New York and Toronto — then the Oilers' ability to acquire a franchise-type goaltender surely will impact No. 97's decision whether to sign an extension.' Article content And Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman said on his 32 Thoughts podcast, 'I don't know if they're going to bring in another goalie to go with Skinner, or they're going to move on. But one thing I do believe is that they have to end the uncertainty. Like teams that win the Stanley Cup, you don't have as much turnover or upheaval in net the way Edmonton's had the last two years. And I could see McDavid and the organization saying, 'Enough of that. We have to end that one way or the other. Whatever you do, this ends now.'' My take 1. I don't want to see the Oilers trade Stuart Skinner, not with Skinner on a bargain contract of $2.6 million this season. But his save percentage has decreased three years in a row, from. 913 to .905 to .896, and he's always been a hot and cold goalie. He was inconsistent in the 2025 playoffs, cold against Los Angeles, hot against Vegas and Dallas, then cold against Florida. His playoff save percentages the last three years have been mediocre, .883, .901 and .889. Article content Skinner may have a break-out season where he puts his game together. But it's evident that to challenge for the Cup, the Oilers need a goalie who can challenge Skinner for the starting job. 2. Calvin Pickard, 33, had an OK .900 save percentage in the regular season, then went seven wins and one loss in the playoffs on an .886 save percentage. He's a good back-up goalie, but he's not likely the guy to lead Edmonton to the Stanley Cup in the playoffs. I agree with Brooks that Bobrovsky has been Florida's best player in the Finals two years running. He stole two wins for the Panthers in 2024 and was the better goalie in Game 7 as well. He was the better goalie in at least four out of the six games this Stanley Cup Final. 3. All that said, OIlers GM Stan Bowman truly is in a tough spot here. First, there's limited cap space on the Oilers to pay a goalie. There's also a limited number of goalies available just now. Third, goalies really are voodoo, as Bowman has suggested, with Skinner and Pickard outplaying much more highly-paid and highly-rated goalies in VGK's Adin Hill and Dallas' Jake Oetteringer in the playoffs this year. Article content 4 It may well be that change for change's sake is needed here. The Oilers have rolled the dice with Skinner and Pickard twice and had some success, but not ultimate success. If a starter is available, possibly in a trade for Viktor Arvidsson, Bowman should think hard before pulling the trigger, but also think hard before rejecting the notion. 5. I fear things could get ugly if the Oilers stick with Skinner and Pickard, and the teams continue to get inconsistent goaltending. Why not mix it up? Pickard could be kept on as a goalie in Bakersfield in case of injury, or in case either of the other goalies flops. Latest National Stories
India.com
13-06-2025
- Sport
- India.com
WTC Final, AUS vs SA: Aiden Markram Creates History, Becomes First-Ever South African Batter To...
Aiden Markram on Friday created history by becoming the first-ever South African batter to score a century in an ICC tournament Final. Markram achieved this massive feat for South Africa on Day 3 of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 Final against Australia at Lord's, London on June 13. The 30-year-old Markram showcased his class against a quality Australian bowling lineup with his eighth Test century at the biggest stage. Markram along with skipper Temba Bavuma have taken South Africa closer to victory in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final against Australia. First Players To Smash Century For A Team In ICC Tournament Final West Indies - Clive Lloyd - 102 vs AUS, Lord's, 1975 Sri Lanka - Aravinda de Silva - 107* vs AUS, Lahore, 1996 India - Sourav Ganguly - 117 vs NZ, Nairobi, 2000 New Zealand - Chris Cairns - 102* vs IND, Nairobi, 2000 Australia - Ricky Ponting - 140* vs IND, Johannesburg, 2003 England - Marcus Trescothick - 104 vs WI, The Oval, 2004 Pakistan - Fakhar Zaman - 114 vs IND, The Oval, 2017 South Africa - Aiden Markram - 102* vs AUS, Lord's, 2025 Meanwhile, Markram also became the fourth batter after Jacques Kallis (113* against Sri Lanka in the 1998 ICC Knockout semifinal against SL), Herschelle Gibbs (116* against India in CT 2002 semifinals), and David Miller (101 against Australia in the World Cup 2023 semifinal) to hit a century for South Africa in ICC knockout matches. South Africa On Cusp Of History South Africa were 213/2 at stumps on Day 3, with opener Aiden Markram (102 not out) and skipper Temba Bavuma (65 not out) at the crease and a further 69 runs required for victory against Australia in the World Test Championship (WTC) final. The pair of Markram and Bavuma have batted superbly so far. Markram showed his class with his eighth Test century while Bavuma played the perfect support role despite being badly hampered by a dodgy hamstring. Earlier, South Africa dismissed Australia for 207 in their second innings during the opening session, with Mitchell Starc (58 not out) catapulting the Aussies towards a lead of 300 following an enterprising partnership of 59 for the 10th wicket with Josh Hazlewood (17). South Africa XI: 1. Aiden Markram, 2. Ryan Rickelton, 3. Wiaan Mulder, 4. Temba Bavuma (c), 5. Tristan Stubbs, 6. David Bedingham, 7. Kyle Verreynne (wk), 8. Marco Jansen, 9. Keshav Maharaj, 10. Kagiso Rabada, 11. Lungi Ngidi Australia XI: 1. Usman Khawaja, 2. Marnus Labuschagne, 3. Cameron Green, 4. Steve Smith, 5. Travis Head, 6. Beau Webster, 7. Alex Carey (wk), 8. Pat Cummins (c), 9. Mitchell Starc, 10. Nathan Lyon, 11. Josh Hazlewood
India.com
13-06-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Bad News For Australia In WTC Final ! Steve Smith Leaves Field In Pain After Hurting Finger
In a major blow for Australia, star batter Steve Smith hurt his finger when attempting a catch on the third day of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 Final against South Africa at Lord's on Friday, June 13. Smith was standing in close at slip with a helmet on when Temba Bavuma edged one into the cordon off pacer Mitchell Starc and he grassed the chance with South Africa captain on just two at the time. The drop was further heightened with Smith hurting his finger and having to leave the ground to receive treatment. The Australia veteran was later sent to hospital for scans. Cricket Australia (CA) confirmed that Smith has suffered a compound dislocation of his right little finger "Steve Smith has suffered a compound dislocation of his right little finger while fielding in the slip cordon during the ICC Men's World Test Championship Final against South Africa at Lord's," said Cricket Australia "He was assessed by Australian team medical staff at the ground and taken to hospital for x-rays and further treatment," he added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) Meanwhile, the stage is set for a thrilling finish in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 Final with both South Africa and Australia harbouring ambitions of victory at the Home of Cricket. South Africa are chasing a target of 282 for victory in the ICC World Test Championship Final against Australia at Lord's. After losing the wickets of Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder, the duo of Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma have looked in fine touch and put South Africa in control in the run chase with scoring fifties respectively. South Africa Playing XI: 1. Aiden Markram, 2. Ryan Rickelton, 3. Wiaan Mulder, 4. Temba Bavuma (c), 5. Tristan Stubbs, 6. David Bedingham, 7. Kyle Verreynne (wk), 8. Marco Jansen, 9. Keshav Maharaj, 10. Kagiso Rabada, 11. Lungi Ngidi Australia Playing XI: 1. Usman Khawaja, 2. Marnus Labuschagne, 3. Cameron Green, 4. Steve Smith, 5. Travis Head, 6. Beau Webster, 7. Alex Carey (wk), 8. Pat Cummins (c), 9. Mitchell Starc, 10. Nathan Lyon, 11. Josh Hazlewood
