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Watch: Coast Guard Delivers Epic View of Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup Festivities
The Florida Panthers celebrated their second consecutive Stanley Cup victory with a vibrant parade along Fort Lauderdale Beach earlier this week. The event drew massive crowds to mark the occasion. A United States Coast Guard aircraft, however, may have stolen the show. They captured stunning aerial footage of the event, showcasing thousands of fans in Panthers' red and white packing the beach. 'What a day!' the team captioned a video posted on TikTok. And what a view, man. The parade, which began at noon and ended with a rally at Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, was a lively spectacle under clear skies, a stark contrast to the previous year's rain-soaked celebration. Fans reveled in the festive atmosphere, with players like Matthew Tkachuk and Sergei Bobrovsky engaging with the crowd, even jumping into the ocean to cool off. The Florida Panthers Celebrate in Style Fans of the Florida Panthers celebrated the team's triumph over the Edmonton Oilers in six games in style. The Coast Guard's aerial view highlighted the sheer scale of the celebration, with thousands upon thousands of attendees filling the beach and spilling into the water. Players, including Sam Bennett and Aaron Ekblad, delivered memorable speeches, with Bennett's bold, unapologetic remarks and Ekblad's humorous nod to his teammate's antics going viral. 'A lot of people don't like the way we play. They call us dirty. They call us nasty. They call us bullies,' Bennett said in an NSFW speech. 'So I would like to take this time to apologize to absolutely (expletive) no one. We are the double champs. We do what the (expletive) we want. Let's go!' The crowd and his teammates roared with approval. (WARNING: Language) Ekblad hilariously told the crowd that his agent called and advised him, 'Don't say whatever Benny said.' RELATED: Back-to-Back Champs The Florida Panthers' back-to-back championships, fueled by standout performances like Sam Reinhart's four-goal Game 6, have solidified their dominance in the NHL. Bennett earned the Conn Smythe Trophy as the playoffs' most valuable player, highlighted by his league-leading 15 postseason goals. He showed it off for fans at the parade. With their core roster largely intact, can the Panthers maintain their dominance and secure a historic third straight Stanley Cup in 2026? Also Read:: NHL Rumors: Insider names Florida Panthers' star who Toronto Maple Leafs may sign to replace Mitch Marner Related Headlines WATCH: Ace Bailey walks away from Philadelphia 76ers fans yelling for him to join team Ace Bailey reportedly wants to avoid being drafted by these two teams WATCH: Jason Kelce goes viral stripping to American flag Speedo at Philadelphia Eagles charity event Did Dave Dombrowski hint Philadelphia Phillies will skip trade deadline for internal bullpen fix?
Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Star NHL forward Matthew Tkachuk could miss months with a serious injury despite a heroic playoff run
Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (Credit: Getty Images) A time when the Florida Panthers were celebrating their historic Stanley Cup win, things weren't as joyful behind the scenes for Matthew Tkachuk. The NHL star forward, who played every playoff game, reportedly did so while battling a completely torn adductor muscle and a sports hernia, both on the same side. The 27-year-old had admitted during media rounds that his condition was severe. Head coach Paul Maurice even called his physical state a 'mess.' Now, according to insider Nick Kypreos, the damage might require corrective surgery, which could sideline Tkachuk until the Christmas break. Surgery would mean a major blow to the Panthers' start If surgery becomes unavoidable, Tkachuk could miss nearly half the regular season. That would be a massive loss for the Panthers, who heavily depend on his gritty two-way play, leadership, and scoring. He tied for the team lead in postseason points this year, recording 23 in 23 games alongside Carter Verhaeghe and Sam Reinhart. Long-term injured reserve could offer cap relief There might be one silver lining in this difficult situation. If Tkachuk is ruled out for an extended period, the Florida Panthers could place him on long-term injured reserve (LTIR). That would help them manage salary cap concerns at the start of the 2025–26 NHL season. Still, that relief won't make up for his absence on the ice. The Panthers' roster will need to step up in his place if they hope to stay competitive in the first few months. Panthers betting on full recovery over short-term gain While it's tempting to push for an early return, the organization understands that Matthew Tkachuk at 100 percent is far more valuable than a hobbled version early in the season. After back-to-back runs to the Stanley Cup Final, the Panthers know just how long and grueling an NHL campaign can be. Matthew Tkachuk's off-season has taken an unexpected turn. From skating through brutal injuries in the playoffs to now facing months of recovery, this is a tough break for the Panther and a harsh reminder of what players often endure in pursuit of the Stanley Cup. Also Read: NHL trade rumors: Flames' Rasmus Andersson linked to potential trade for Stars' $31 million winger in wild proposal Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
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3 days ago
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Once again, Florida Panthers given unfavorable schedule full of confusing travel, plenty of back-to-back sets
The schedule makers sure seem to love the Florida Panthers. That seemed apparent when the back-to-back Stanley Cup champs were given a 5 p.m. start time for Opening Night. On Wednesday, the NHL released its full 2025-26 season schedule. When looking over Florida's 82-game slate, a few things seemed to jump off the page. First off, in similar fashion to last season, the Panthers will play plenty of back-to-back sets. Last year the number was 14, which included the two games Florida faced the Dallas Stars on consecutive days in Finland. This season, without the trip overseas, the number got knocked down by one. In total, there will be 13 back-to-backs, with four coming on home ice, eight on the road and one that includes a home game and a road game. For that split back-to-backer, the road game is the second night and it's in Tampa. Of Florida's four back-to-back sets on home ice, three of them come during the month of December. It's after the calendar flips to 2026 where Florida's wonky schedule really starts to go sideways. In January, Florida will endure their longest road trip of the season, a six-gamer that stops in Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, Buffalo, Carolina and Washington. Then the Panthers will return Sunrise for a single home game, then head right back on the road for a trip to Winnipeg, Minnesota and Chicago. Oh the fun doesn't stop there. They return home from Chicago and once again, play a single game in Sunrise, then it's off to St. Louis for a one-game road trip. Make it make sense. Please. March could prove to be another rough stretch for the Cats. They play 10 of their 15 games that month on the road, and there will be three back-to-backs mixed in with those road games. Another interesting tidbit from Florida's schedule is that when the NHL takes a pause in February for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, the Panthers will play a back-to-back set going into the break and coming out of the break. One of the positives when compared to last season is that this time, Florida will only play eight of their back-to-back sets after January 1, while last year that number was 10. Either way, it's becoming clear that winning multiple Stanely Cups and becoming the top dog in the league isn't enough to get some non-wtf treatment from the schedule makers. LATEST STORIES FROM THE HOCKEY NEWS - FLORIDA New Report Shares Bad News About Panthers' Matthew Tkachuk's Injury Full Florida Panthers 2025-26 schedule released Early predictions on how Florida Panthers defenseman will line up on Opening Night Does The Increased Cap Hit Come With Added Pressure For Panthers' Sam Bennett? Roberto Luongo breaks out Labubu dolls during special time with Stanley Cup Photo caption: Feb 2, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice watches from the bench against the New York Islanders during the third period at Amerant Bank Arena. (Sam Navarro-Imagn Images)
Time of India
3 days ago
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- 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.
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3 days ago
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New Report Shares Bad News About Panthers' Matthew Tkachuk's Injury
A new report shared by Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos states that Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk could be out of the lineup through the Christmas break.
