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Time of India
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Mathew Tkachuk injury fallout: Panthers face major setback as star may need surgery and miss 2026 opener
Matthew Tkachuk, the Florida Panthers' impactful forward, might need surgery for a perpetual lower-body injury. Despite his significant contributions to the Panthers' recent Stanley Cup victory, this injury could keep him off the ice until around the Christmas break for the 2026 NHL season. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Matthew Tkachuk's injury mishandling could cost Panthers their dynasty dreams in 2026 season Matthew Tkachuk, a truly tenacious player, typically displays an incredible will to perform. His heroic comeback in the 2023 Stanley Cup Final, where he scored a vital late equalizer after a concussion protocol, solidified his reputation. However, even for such a buoyant athlete, some physical ailments demand more than just tenacity. The latter part of the 2024-25 NHL regular season saw "Chucky" stranded with an injury from February's 4 Nations Face-Off. Despite this, with the issue lingering throughout their Stanley Cup triumph, he bravely returned for the playoffs. Now, a more permanent solution is compulsory. An update on July 15 from NHL Rumour Report, shared on X, indicates a lengthy absence. Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos was cited: 'There's a possibility that Matthew Tkachuk's injury may need corrective surgery which could keep him out through the Christmas break.' Mathew Tkachuk opened up about his injuries This possibility wasn't entirely unsought by Tkachuk, who, after the Cup win, phrased: 'I've got to go through some steps here and then see if I need surgery or not. It's going to take a few weeks to determine if I need it. It's probably 50-50, right now. I don't know if it'll be a normal summer or not.' The odds have apparently shifted against him. Yet, this break is truly deserved. Despite playing through pain, Tkachuk still managed 57 points in 52 regular-season games and added 23 points in 23 playoff matches. Coach Paul Maurice applauded his playoff performance, uttering, 'I think the last three games he's played have been the best of the playoffs by far.' Tkachuk even scored in the Panthers' 5-1 Game 6 victory to clinch the Cup. Now, it's time for his body to heal. Also Read: Eventually, Tkachuk's recovery timeline will determine his accessibility and impact as the Florida Panthers aim for another championship run in the upcoming 2025-26 NHL season.
Toronto Star
2 days ago
- Sport
- Toronto Star
Professor questions value as Sportsnet Premium streaming price jumps 30 per cent
Edmonton Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner (74) makes a save on Florida Panthers' Carter Verhaeghe (23) during the third period in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup final in Sunrise, Fla., on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette NSD/JFJ flag wire: true flag sponsored: false article_type: : sWebsitePrimaryPublication : publications/toronto_star bHasMigratedAvatar : false :
Toronto Star
2 days ago
- Sport
- Toronto Star
Sportsnet falls short in communication with fans over streaming price hike, prof says
Edmonton Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner (74) makes a save on Florida Panthers' Carter Verhaeghe (23) during the third period in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup final in Sunrise, Fla., on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette NSD/JFJ flag wire: true flag sponsored: false article_type: : sWebsitePrimaryPublication : publications/toronto_star bHasMigratedAvatar : false :
Toronto Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Date set for Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup banner raising to open NHL season
Published Jul 14, 2025 • 1 minute read Florida Panthers' Mackie Samoskevich hoists the Stanley Cup during the NHL hockey team's Stanley Cup championship celebration, Sunday, June 22, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Photo by Michael Laughlin / AP The Florida Panthers are set to raise their second consecutive Stanley Cup banner before beginning the NHL season against the Chicago Blackhawks. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The back-to-back champions play at 5 p.m. EDT on Oct. 7 to lead off an opening night tripleheader, the league announced Monday. Florida defeated Edmonton in the teams' Cup final rematch and is aiming for the NHL's first threepeat since the New York Islanders' dynasty from 1980-83. Also on Oct. 7, the New York Rangers host the Pittsburgh Penguins at Madison Square Garden at 8 p.m., with the Colorado Avalanche visiting the Los Angeles Kings at 10:30 p.m. EDT. Mike Sullivan makes his Rangers coaching debut against the team he guided to the Stanley Cup in 2016 and '17 and from whom he split after a third consecutive season out of the playoffs. The remainder of the schedule is set to be released Wednesday. It includes a break for players to participate in the Milan-Cortina Olympics, the NHL's return to that stage for the first time since 2014. This is the final 82-game regular season before going to 84 in 2026-27 as part of a collective bargaining agreement extension agreed to and ratified by the league and the Players' Association. Along with a reduction in exhibition play, that will mean a total of 1,344 games, up from the current 1,312. World Golf Editorial Cartoons Uncategorized Toronto & GTA
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Allie Schmidt looks back at Florida Panthers' record Stanley Cup evening, sharing behind-the-scenes family memories
Florida Panthers defenseman Nate Schmidt's wife, Allie Schmidt, gave a humorous and touching recount of the team's historic Stanley Cup night, which she attended despite being heavily pregnant. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now From juggling childcare to celebrating the victory, Allie gave fans a rare look into the daily life of a championship push. Florida Panthers' Nate Schmidt and wife Allie celebrate milestone win with glee, chaos, and priceless photo ops. Florida Panthers' Nate Schmidt and wife Allie celebrate milestone victory with joy and treasured photo ops The Florida Panthers won their first Stanley Cup title this season, with Nate Schmidt starring in their playoff journey. For Allie, winning came with smiles, laughter, and photos she'll cherish for a lifetime. Even though she was pregnant in the final stages during the Stanley Cup Final, Allie Schmidt ensured that she was there for every moment—much thanks, she said, to her in-laws' timely assistance. 'And so, really trying to just lean into that, and just understand the specialness of it, too. Of being like, 'Okay, I don't care how pregnant I am, I'm going to everything, we're going to figure out a way,' thank God for my in-laws that week, and child care help. But it was, yeah, the most tired I think we've ever been,' she said. The pair attended the Panthers' after-championship party at the iconic Elbo Room, where Allie jokingly admitted she wasn't nearly as crazy as Nate Schmidt but otherwise reveled in the moment. 'Definitely a few drinks deep,' Allie laughed. 'Non-pregnant Allie is not quite at Nate's level, but definitely would have been having some fun.' Allie also remembered a time when she worried the night would fall into disarray. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'I was like, this is totally going to be a disaster," she explained. "And sure enough, it only took like 20 minutes and I had people sending me videos of Nate attempting to get in. He was not even that drunk walking in." Favorite memory from the ice: A championship photo worth framing For Allie Schmidt, the one photo of championship night that stands out from the rest is one strong image of Nate Schmidt cradling the Stanley Cup on the ice. 'We have one actually of Nate and I in the locker room, which is really fun. Harvey did go home, so we got to stay," she shared. The moment shared by the couple in the locker room, out of camera sight, made the moment even more intimate—a celebration of years of commitment, grit, and family backing. Also read: As the Florida Panthers' on-ice victories made the front pages, Allie Schmidt's lighthearted yet sincere report adds depth to the championship story. From managing pregnancy fatigue to sharing a long-awaited hug with her husband, her reportage reveals to us the intimate sacrifices and low-key joys that so often unfold off-stage. To the Schmidt family, the 2025 Stanley Cup wasn't just a franchise win — it was a milestone that was full of legacy, laughter, and love.
