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Tkachuk Poised for Comeback as Panthers Eye Playoffs

1/5/2026

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Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk is nearing his return after missing the season due to surgery for a torn adductor muscle and sports hernia.
He has been practicing in a non-contact jersey and hopes to join the Panthers on six-game road trip beginning Tuesday in Toronto.
Panthers hold a 22-16-3 record and are in playoff contention.
Tkachuk aims to play a few games before the Milan Olympics in February.

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Story summary

Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk is nearing his return after missing the season due to surgery for a torn adductor muscle and sports hernia.
He has been practicing in a non-contact jersey and hopes to join the Panthers on six-game road trip beginning Tuesday in Toronto.
Panthers hold a 22-16-3 record and are in playoff contention.
Tkachuk aims to play a few games before the Milan Olympics in February.