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Tkachuk Returns Amid Panthers' Playoff Push Challenges

1/20/2026

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Matthew Tkachuk of the Florida Panthers returned from surgery for a torn adductor and sports hernia.
He played his first game since winning the Stanley Cup in June, recording three shots in a 4-1 loss to the San Jose Sharks.
Tkachuk missed 72 games over 11 months.
The Panthers are four points out of a playoff spot.
Coach Paul Maurice says the team must run for a postseason berth.

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Matthew Tkachuk of the Florida Panthers returned from surgery for a torn adductor and sports hernia.
He played his first game since winning the Stanley Cup in June, recording three shots in a 4-1 loss to the San Jose Sharks.
Tkachuk missed 72 games over 11 months.
The Panthers are four points out of a playoff spot.
Coach Paul Maurice says the team must run for a postseason berth.