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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Brad Marchand enjoys his day with Stanley Cup alongside Nova Scotia stars Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon
Brad Marchand marked his Stanley Cup day with a special celebration alongside fellow Nova Scotia hockey icons Sidney Crosby and . The veteran forward shared this proud moment with two of Canada's most accomplished players, turning the occasion into a tribute to hometown roots and Nova Scotia's growing legacy of producing Stanley Cup champions. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A personal Stanley Cup moment for Brad Marchand Marchand earned his second Stanley Cup after helping the Florida Panthers secure back-to-back championships, defeating the Edmonton Oilers in six games in the 2025 Stanley Cup Final. For Marchand, the celebration marked another chapter in a remarkable career that began with a Cup win for the Boston Bruins in 2011. When the trophy reached his hands for his personal Stanley Cup day, the 36-year-old winger made it a celebration of hockey pride and hometown roots. TAKEAWAYS: Brad Marchand Wins Second Stanley Cup With The Florida Panthers Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon add star power to Brad Marchand's Stanley Cup celebration The celebration gained national attention when Nathan MacKinnon posted photos on Instagram featuring himself and Sidney Crosby alongside Marchand. Both wore his 'BM 63' caps, showing support for the Panthers veteran. Crosby, the Pittsburgh Penguins captain, is a three-time Stanley Cup winner (2009, 2016, 2017), while MacKinnon lifted the Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 2022. Their appearance alongside Marchand showcased Nova Scotia's impact on the NHL, uniting three of the province's most accomplished players. Brad Marchand's Stanley Cup moment with Crosby and MacKinnon (Via: Instagram) Earlier in the year, this same trio led Team Canada to victory at the 4 Nations Face-Off, defeating the United States. Their chemistry on the international stage and shared roots made this Stanley Cup moment even more meaningful for fans across Canada. FAQs How many Stanley Cups has Brad Marchand won? Brad Marchand has won the Stanley Cup twice—first with the Boston Bruins in 2011 and again with the Florida Panthers in 2025. Have Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon won the Stanley Cup? Yes. Sidney Crosby is a three-time Stanley Cup champion with the Pittsburgh Penguins (2009, 2016, 2017), and Nathan MacKinnon won his first with the Colorado Avalanche in 2022. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Did Brad Marchand, Sidney Crosby, and Nathan MacKinnon celebrate the Stanley Cup together? Yes. Nathan MacKinnon shared photos on Instagram showing the three Nova Scotia stars celebrating Marchand's 2025 Stanley Cup win, a proud moment for Canadian hockey fans. Nova Scotia hockey pride shines as Marchand, Crosby, and MacKinnon celebrate together Between them, Marchand, Crosby, and MacKinnon now hold seven Stanley Cup championships, a staggering achievement for players from a single Canadian province. Their Stanley Cup day celebration was more than a photo opportunity—it was a tribute to Canadian hockey heritage, inspiring the next generation of players who dream of following in their footsteps. Also Read: As Brad Marchand's Stanley Cup journey continues to add to his legacy, this iconic gathering with Crosby and MacKinnon has already become one of the standout hockey moments of 2025.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Former Canucks Head Coach Named To Canada's 2026 Winter Olympics Team
A familiar name to Vancouver Canucks fans will be behind the bench for Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics. On Monday, Team Canada announced their coaching staff, which includes Rick Tocchet, who departed the Canucks organization this off-season. Tocchet will serve as an assistant coach for Canada, a position he held during the 4 Nations Face-Off.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Matthew Tkachuk's Injury Could Push Florida Panthers to Make Decision
Matthew Tkachuk's Injury Could Push Florida Panthers to Make Decision originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The work never stops for the Florida Panthers even after they successfully repeated as NHL Stanley Cup champions. Although it's the offseason, Florida's front office has items to deal with. For one, the team's payroll is still above the salary cap by $3.75 million, according to Puck Pedia. That means the Panthers will have to find a way to shed at least that amount to get under the cap. One way the Panthers could do it involves a potentially big decision on star forward Matthew Tkachuk, who carries a cap hit of $9.5 million. "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," wrote Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos, who floated the idea while discussing Florida's salary cap landscape. A player placed on the long-term injured list will allow the team to go over the salary cap. Tkachuk dealt with injuries in the 2024-25 NHL season, including a groin injury that he sustained during his stint with the United States team in the 4 Nations Face-Off. His health issues continued in the Stanley Cup Playoff, but Tkachuk braved through it all, helping the Panthers hoist the Stanley Cup for the second year in a row. Against the Edmonton Oilers in the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, Tkachuk found the back of the net three times and added seven assists through six games. Tkachuk represents the second-biggest cap hit on the Panthers' payroll, with Aleksander Barkov's $10 million annual average value topping all of them. Meanwhile, Sam Reinhart and Sam Bennett have $8.625 million and $8 million cap hits, story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 22, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
7 days ago
- 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!
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Tom Wilson motivated by 4 Nations snub as he targets 2026 Winter Olympics with Team Canada
Tom Wilson (via Getty Images) Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson has built a career on intensity, grit, and physicality—things that would've suited perfectly into the high-powered 4 Nations Face-Off showdown between Canada and the United States earlier this year. But when the puck was dropped at Montreal's Bell Centre on February 15, and fists began to fly seconds later, Wilson was not in attendance—left off of Canada's original roster. Being left out of the 4 Nations Face-Off is driving Tom Wilson's Olympic goalmanship Addressing the Smilezone Celebrity Golf Tournament 2025 in Brampton, Ontario, Tom Wilson owned up to feeling let down as he watched the mayhem ensue without being included. 'What would I have been feeling if I were playing there?' he said, recalling the emotionally charged battle. 'Leading up to (4 Nations), obviously, I was a little bummed not to be part of it. And then, leading up to it, I was like, You know what? I'll enjoy the break and not think too much about it. The way that started, I mean, it just added to how much I wanted to be in that game, to be part of the team.' As the players lined up for the puck drop, the action kicked off with various players' gloves coming off. Tom Wilson's Olympic Dreams: Capitals Star Aims for Team Canada 2026 | NHL News 2026 Winter Olympics now front of mind for Tom Wilson Though missing the 4 Nations showdown hurt, Tom Wilson isn't bitter about it. 'Obviously, it's a dream your whole life to be mentioned in that type of realm of the guys with that type of pedigree.' He also added, 'There's a lot of really good superstar names, and just to be even in the mix is a huge privilege. I'm just going to try and play as well as I can until the final team is announced and put my name in the hat.' Tom Wilson recognized the intense competition ahead. With a pool of talent comprised of some of the best NHL superstars, making the final Olympic team won't come easily. But that's not discouraging him. "I'm just going to try and play as good as I can until they announce the final team and throw my name in the hat," he said. Also read: Kaapo Kakko, Seattle Kraken's $12.75m gamble: Who is the NHL's Finnish enigma? Tom Wilson might have missed the Montreal fireworks, but if he keeps playing and practicing at the level he demands of himself, he could soon exchange disappointment for Olympic pride. In the meantime, all attention is focused on Calgary's training camp—and whether Wilson's name will be included in the lineup he has always hoped to join. FAQs How old is Tom Wilson? 31 years Where was Tom Wilson born? Toronto Since when has Tom Wilson been playing hockey? Since the age of two. 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!
