Needless to say, the 2025-26 NHL season has put <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brad-marchand">Brad Marchand</a> and the Florida Panthers to the test. While there is still plenty of hockey left to be played, the reigning champions are currently under duress. Hoping to spark hope into the locker room, a three-time Stanley Cup champ is back with his teammates, as Matthew Tkachuk is making encouraging progress of his own.



With the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers">Panthers</a> mired in a three-game losing streak, Marchand and the rest of the team are in much need for a morale and confidence injection. That may just come in the form of Carter Verhaeghe, who is back on the lineup after a one-game leave of absence.



According to Panthers reporter Jameson Olive, Verhaeghe will be back on the lineup when the Cats take on the Nashville Predators at home. Verheaghe missed Florida’s last outing as him and his wife, Casey, welcomed their firstborn, Rory. Perhaps, the new father on the team can help turn the tide for Marchand and the Panthers in what’s been a stressful <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> campaign.



<h2>Verhaeghe is back: Panthers’ updated forward lines</h2>



With the key forward back on the lineup, the Panthers now feature a lineup that looks more familiar. Verhaeghe returns to his spot on the second line’s left wing, joining Sam Bennett and Mackie Samoskevich. Rookie Jack Devine will be coming out of the lineup, making room for ‘Swaggy’. So far in the season—and his NHL career—the former seventh-round pick has appeared in six games, registering no points and a plus/minus of -3.



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The top unit will feature Brad Marchand, Anton Lundell, and Sam Reinhart, as Eetu Luostarinen has yet to be cleared to play after suffering burns in a home incident involving a barbecue. The third line will feature: Jesper Boqvist, Evan Rodrigues, and A.J. Greer. Last but not least, the fourth line will include Noah Gregor, Luke Kunin, and Jack Studnicka.


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<h2>Updates on Tkachuk</h2>



Still, the Panthers are a long ways from truly looking like themselves. It seems that as long as Aleksander Barkov, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk">Matthew Tkachuk</a>, Eetu Luostarinen, Tomas Nosek, and Jonah Gadjovich remain sidelined, these Cats will always look a gear off. If there’s a silver lining, it’s the fact that Tkachuk is back on the ice—though it’s usually in fits and starts, not consistently. 



According to several reports, his timetable for return is still set for late December. After a challenging semester, there may be nothing Marchand and company would like more than to find a fully healthy Tkachuk underneath the Christmas tree. One thing seems clear: the face of the franchise will do everything he can to be on the ice on January 2, when the Cats face off against the New York Rangers in the Winter Classic at LoanDepot Park in Little Havana.


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Marchand recovers key Panthers teammate at critical point while Tkachuk also nears return

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After a chaotic start to the 2025-26 NHL season, the sun may finally be coming up for the Florida Panthers. Following Paul Maurice’s honest statement on <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew Tkachuk</a>, Brad Marchand and company are learning the latest update on their star teammate.



Coming into the season, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brad-marchand" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Marchand</a> and the Panthers knew they were in for a steep climb. With Tkachuk and Barkov sidelined by long-term injuries, Florida had to weather the storm in the Sunshine State. Instead of letting up, the rain only intensified as more injuries piled on. 



Now, though, the calm may finally be starting to settle. As Maurice noted, Tkachuk is trending in the right direction after a long rehab from offseason surgery to repair a torn adductor and sports hernia. However, the Cats are determined not to rush him back onto the ice. Instead, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/florida-panthers-stanley-cup-pursuit" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reigning Stanley Cup champions</a> are taking things slow in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a>.



“December/January is what we were told. That’s an eight-week window. That’s what these injuries are. He has to hit a bunch of milestones before he can get pushed. I can’t tell you when he’s going to be back with us,” Maurice stated on Tkachuk’s status per Jameson Olive.



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<h2>Maurice explains Tkachuk’s training routine</h2>



Just days away from December, fans in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Florida</a> are growing anxious as they await Tkachuk’s return to the lineup. Still, Maurice has set the record straight: there’s a long way to go before the St. Louis native rejoins Marchand and the rest of the group. 


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“Skates once, then train to keep the soreness off,” Maurice admitted. “He’ll stay on that until he hits certain markers that he’s got enough power and strength, and then we’ll put him on on two, one off. He’s still quite a ways away.”



<h2>Crossing the days before Tkachuk returns for Panthers</h2>



It’s a long road back to being fully healthy, and the Panthers aren’t taking any shortcuts. Until Tkachuk is at 100%, the Cats won’t risk sending him into harm’s way. They’ve made it this far without him, and they can afford to hold on a little longer. But with the season of giving upon us, the Cats in Broward County can’t help but hope for a pleasant surprise—waking up to a fully available Tkachuk under the Christmas tree.

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Tkachuk's latest injury update provides bittersweet news for Marchand, Panthers

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers">Florida Panthers</a> coach, Paul Maurice, offered a clear timeline for recovering forward Matthew Tkachuk as the NHL team aims to re‑strengthen its lineup amid injury setbacks. 



Maurice’s comments come at a pivotal time for the Panthers, a team still coping with major absences and recalibrating its campaign accordingly. The veteran bench boss acknowledged the ongoing rehabilitation process and signalled optimism about Tkachuk’s imminent return to on‑ice practice.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/paul-maurice">Maurice</a> indicated that Tkachuk should begin skating again in roughly “1.5‑2 weeks,” setting the stage for the next phase of his recovery. On his radio appearance on WQAM with Joe Rose, Maurice said the player would then require “about 10 days to determine the final window for his return to game action.” These remarks offer a more defined schedule than previous updates.



The timing of the update has particular significance for the Panthers, who are navigating their season without one of their premier forwards. As Florida works to regain full strength, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk">Tkachuk</a>’s return is set to become a catalyst for the team’s offensive and competitive trajectory.



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<h2>What impact will Tkachuk’s return have on the Panthers?</h2>



Tkachuk’s return would restore a critical element of the Panthers’ attack and presence on the ice, especially given his role in previous campaigns and championship runs. 


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With his return potentially imminent, Maurice and the Panthers now turn attention to integrating him back into the lineup and the broader lineup next steps.


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Make no mistake, Brad Marchand has been playing as good as any other player in the National Hockey League. However, in the NHL it takes more than one star to win games. As the Florida Panthers battle through adversity, the team heard just what they hoped to hear on <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew Tkachuk</a> and Aleksander Barkov’s recovery.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brad-marchand" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Marchand</a> and company knew the 2025-26 NHL season would be a rollercoaster. The Panthers learned that from the get-go, as Tkachuk recovered from offseason surgery and captain Barkov went down with ACL and MCL injuries during the preseason. 



Missing arguably their two best players and biggest leaders in the locker room—with starkly opposite yet complementary personalities—<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Florida</a> knew it was in for a whirlwind of a year. Still a ways from reaching the light at the end of the tunnel, Marchand and the rest of the team received an encouraging update on where Barkov and Tkachuk stand in their comeback journey.



“They’re where they’re supposed to be,” head coach Paul Maurice admitted about <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aleksander-barkov" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Barkov</a> and Tkachuk, as reported by Jameson Olive on X (formerly Twitter). “Hope is that Tkachuk will be able to get back on the ice and start that phase of his rehab in the next 2 weeks,” the Panthers’ beat writer added.



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<h2>How Barkov and Tkachuk’s absences impact the team</h2>



Without Barkov and Tkachuk, Marchand and the Panthers seem stuck in a loop. Over the past nine games in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a>, Florida has intertwined wins with losses. Such a statistic indicates there’s a silver lining: the Cats don’t dwell on defeats, nor they stay on the ground for too long. 


 

 

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On the other hand, it also indicates they can’t be consistent. In the NHL regular season, consistency is the name of the game, and that’s what leads teams to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The postseason is a different beast—one the Panthers seem to have tamed and kept as a house pet in Broward County. However, it’s of no use if Florida can’t make the playoffs, and that’s the way it’s trending as the reigning <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/nhl-teams-back-to-back-stanley-cup-wins" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">back-to-back champions</a> continue to perform in fits and starts.



<h2>Meanwhile, Marchand will stay the number one weapon</h2>



Obviously, the cons far outweigh the pros of being without players like Tkachuk and Barkov. Still, there are a few positives the Panthers can take from this challenging stretch—chief among them, Marchand’s production.



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If there were any concerns about how the 37-year-old veteran would perform in the first season of his six-year, $31.5 million contract, they’ve been put to rest early in the 2025-26 NHL campaign. Many feared his postseason surge last year was simply the product of playing for his next deal. After all, hungry dogs do run faster. But in Marchand’s case, he’s not chasing money—though it certainly feels nice. Instead, he’s playing for his legacy.



Marchand recently voiced his true thoughts as he enters the twilight of his career. And while he often <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/nhl-news-brad-marchand-hints-at-retirement-with-sincere-admission-amid-best-career-start-with-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">hints at retirement with sincere remarks</a>, his mindset should keep fans in South Florida confident that a three-peat is possible—and that dynasties aren’t extinct in the NHL.


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brad-marchand" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brad Marchand</a> and the Florida Panthers simply can’t catch a break in the NHL season. If missing Matthew Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov wasn’t enough, another key member of the Stanley Cup-winning rosters is going to be out for a long time.



Living in tropical South Florida, the Panthers know by heart that when it rains, it pours. Marchand has been in town for less than a year, but he’s already learned the meaning of that saying. The sun might shine year-round, with the Cats hoisting back-to-back Stanley Cups, but now they can’t seem to stop running into obstacles in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a>.



In addition to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tkachuk</a>, Barkov, and Tomas Nosek’s absences, Marchand and the Cats will now be missing defenseman Dmitry Kulikov, who went down with an upper-body injury in the second game of the 2025-26 NHL season.



As beat reporter Jameson Olive stated, Paul Maurice announced Kulikov is expected to miss five months. The blueliner underwent surgery to repair a labral tear, as the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panthers</a>’ head coach commented.



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<h2>Hold it down</h2>



Whenever it seems Florida has hit rock bottom in terms of depth and injuries, the Panthers are surprised with new lows. Marchand and company knew they faced an uphill climb in the 2025-26 NHL campaign, but they never imagined it could incline even further.


 

 

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With <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aleksander-barkov" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Barkov</a>, Tkachuk, Kulikov, and Nosek all expected to miss at least the first half of the season, the Panthers must find strength where there seems to be none. Florida must hold its ground as the rest of the league senses that the Cats are at their weakest point in a very long time. 



If any team wants to take a swing at the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/nhl-teams-back-to-back-stanley-cup-wins">back-to-back champions</a>, this might be the time to do it. However, judging by how this season is shaping up for Florida, things could still get even tougher down the road.

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There may not be a sibling duo in the NHL quite like Brady Tkachuk and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew Tkachuk</a>. Both are among the most electric players to watch in the league. However, fans will miss them both, as the Ottawa Senators’ captain is injured, joining his sidelined brother on the Florida Panthers.



“<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brady-tkachuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brady Tkachuk</a> is set to miss at least four weeks after suffering a hand injury, head coach Travis Green admitted after practice on Tuesday. Green added that surgery has not been ruled out,” as stated by Sportsnet.



Brady will miss at least a month due to the hand/wrist injury he sustained during a scuffle with the Nashville Predators. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ottawa-senators" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ottawa</a> can’t believe how a seemingly harmless play led to a season-threatening setback for the Sens. Now, both Tkachuk brothers will be off the ice for the foreseeable future in the 2025-26 NHL season. Here, we take a look back at the last time both Brady and Matthew had to watch the action from home at the same time.



Though great players, the Tkachuk siblings aren’t immune to the intensity of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a>’s 82-game season. Unfortunately, both brothers have their fair share of setbacks in their medical report. Thus, it isn’t surprising this won’t be the first time Brady and Matthew miss a handful of games at the same time. The last time that happened, however, wasn’t that long ago.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Brady Tkachuk has left the ice after an apparent hand/wrist injury <a href="https://t.co/8GVnQF6OWl">pic.twitter.com/8GVnQF6OWl</a>— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) <a href="https://twitter.com/BR_OpenIce/status/1977789448118038907?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 13, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



<h2>Back in April</h2>



Following the 4 Nations Final in February 2025, Matthew was placed on long-term injured reserve (LTIR) by the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panthers</a>. He returned to NHL action on April 23, but in the weeks between those dates, Brady sustained an upper-body injury that sidelined him for 16 days, from April 1–17. 


 

 

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As a result, the two siblings were absent simultaneously for approximately two weeks during the past season. However, after the latest news out of Ottawa, the Tkachuks are expected to be sidelined for the longest stretch of their careers.



<h2>Estimated returns</h2>



Still recovering from his surgery in the offseason, Matthew is expected back on the ice for Florida in mid-to-late December. In the meantime, Florida hopes to stay afloat while battling an injury-bug. 



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As for the organization in Canada’s capital city, the Senators hope their captain will return in early November. That timeline, however, is subject to change, with surgery still on the table for Brady.


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Despite missing Matthew Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brad-marchand" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brad Marchand</a> and the Florida Panthers prevailed. Opening the 2025-26 NHL season was just what the doctor ordered for the Cats. As they eye a three-peat, Marchand made something clear to the locker room.



It wasn’t always pretty, but Marchand and the Panthers found a way to walk out with the victory in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a> season opener. Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks put up a great fight, but it wasn’t enough to spoil the celebratory night in Sunrise.



As Florida passed its first test without captain <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aleksander-barkov" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Barkov</a> and key leader Tkachuk, Marchand knows the journey has only just begun for the Cats. The Panthers know that, too. The chase for the franchise’s third Stanley Cup will be exhausting and demanding, but one game into the ride, there are already positive signs.



“It’s great to see that we continue to rely on our depth throughout the entire game. That’s how every good team has success,” Brad Marchand admitted to reporters after the game. “You can rely on a couple of guys for a little bit, but to have success all the way through the year and playoffs, you need everyone. It’s great that we still have that.”



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<h2>Embrace adversity</h2>



Though far from ideal, such a challenge out of the gate could help forge the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panthers</a>. After all, it isn’t the first time this team has been under duress, and so far, Florida has passed each test.


 

 

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“We’ve already had to face some adversity this year and it’s a great opportunity to come together. Even with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tkachuk</a> and Barkov in the lineup, [grinding it out] is kind of our motto. You look at the way we played to finish the season and in the playoffs, that was our game. It’s a recipe for success,” Marchand added. 



<h2>Next man up</h2>



“Obviously, those are some big holes to fill. [Tomas Nosek] being out hurts as well. But it’s just another opportunity for guys and that next man up mindset. We’re going to get everybody’s best every night. We know that,” Marchand concluded. “We just have to prepare for that.”



Up next, Marchand and the Panthers will host the visiting Philadelphia Flyers on October 9 at 7:00p.m. ET. It will be yet another test against a young team looking to land a blow on the reigning Stanley Cup champions.

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Marchand voices sincere admission to Panthers after win in first game missing Tkachuk, Barkov

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers">Florida Panthers</a> are moving quickly to strengthen their roster ahead of the 2025–26 NHL season opener. Under the leadership of Brad Marchand, the reigning Stanley Cup champions have added depth with the signing of forward Noah Gregor, a former teammate of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/auston-matthews">Auston Matthews</a> during his brief stint with the Toronto Maple Leafs.



Gregor brings a combination of size, skill, and experience that the Panthers hope will complement their high-powered core. Standing 6-foot and weighing 201 pounds, the Alberta native has played in 293 NHL games with the San Jose Sharks, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ottawa-senators">Ottawa Senators</a>, and Maple Leafs, totaling 70 points and over 550 hits. His mix of physicality and two-way play fits the Panthers’ system perfectly.



Early-season challenges confront the Panthers as they sign a former Auston Matthews teammate to a lineup missing <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk">Matthew Tkachuk</a> and Aleksander Barkov due to injuries, while <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brad-marchand">Brad Marchand</a> leads the effort to maintain the team’s dominance in the Eastern Conference.



<h2>What are the details behind Gregor’s latest contract?</h2>



The club announced that President of Hockey Operations &amp; General Manager Bill Zito has signed Gregor to a one-year, two-way deal. Last season, he played 52 games split between the Sharks and Senators, registering seven points (4 goals, 3 assists) and 94 hits. 



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<h2>From WHL champion to NHL veteran</h2>



Before turning pro, Gregor had a decorated junior career in the Western Hockey League, including a WHL championship with the Prince Albert Raiders in 2018–19. 


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Internationally, he earned a silver medal representing Team Canada at the 2022 IIHF Men’s World Championship. Originally drafted by the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-jose-sharks">San Jose Sharks</a> in the fourth round (111th overall) of the 2016 NHL Draft, he brings playoff experience, toughness, and speed—qualities the Panthers hope will pay dividends this season.


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers">Florida Panthers</a> begin their quest for a third straight Stanley Cup under tough circumstances — without their two biggest stars on the ice. Matthew Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov were both ruled out for the opening night matchup against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chicago-blackhawks">Chicago Blackhawks</a>, leaving fans wondering what happened to the heart of Florida’s forward core.



The 2025–26 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> regular season opener was meant to showcase the Panthers’ championship pedigree. Instead, it will test their resilience. Barkov, the team’s captain and emotional leader, and Tkachuk, their engine of offense and intensity, will both start the year recovering from serious injuries.



Their absences immediately shift the pressure toward secondary scorers like Sam Reinhart and Anton Lundell, as head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/paul-maurice">Paul Maurice</a> faces the challenge of keeping his team’s championship rhythm alive without its top stars.



<h2>Why is Matthew Tkachuk not playing today vs Chicago?</h2>



The Panthers confirmed that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk">Tkachuk</a> is sidelined as he continues recovery from offseason surgery. The star winger underwent procedures to repair a torn adductor muscle and a sports hernia — injuries he battled through during last season’s playoff run. Tkachuk’s recovery timeline has him expected to return around December, depending on how his conditioning progresses. 



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<h2>What happened to Aleksander Barkov?</h2>



The Panthers have confirmed that Captain <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aleksander-barkov">Barkov</a> is out for 7-9 months after undergoing knee surgery. The devastating lower-body injury suffered during practice on September 25, sidelines him for the foreseeable future.


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The injury is a massive setback for the Panthers, as Barkov’s elite two-way presence has been central to their <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/nhl-teams-back-to-back-stanley-cup-wins">back-to-back championships.</a> Without him, Florida loses not just a top scorer but also one of the best defensive forwards in the NHL — a void that will take more than one player to fill.



<h2>The challenge ahead for Florida</h2>



Opening night against <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/connor-bedard">Connor Bedard</a> and the Blackhawks marks a new test for a Panthers roster built on depth and grit. The team’s leadership group insists that these early-season challenges will only strengthen their resolve.


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If Florida can stay competitive without Barkov and Tkachuk until winter, they’ll remain a serious contender when both stars return. But for now, the spotlight falls on the supporting cast to prove the Panthers’ dynasty ambitions are still very much alive.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew Tkachuk</a> and the Florida Panthers go about their business regardless of what others in the NHL think of them. It’s proven to be a recipe for success as they hoisted consecutive Stanley Cups. Now, the franchise in Sunrise is adding insult to injury for opponents with a bold statement etched on the championship rings.



The Panthers are here to take over the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a>. So far, one could say they’ve done an excellent job conquering <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/nhl-teams-back-to-back-stanley-cup-wins" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">back-to-back Stanley Cups</a>. Still, the Cats aren’t done. They want more, and with the 2025-26 season set to begin, they are up for the challenge.



On that note, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panthers</a> are rallying behind the team’s new battle cry, inspired by Tkachuk’s championship parade statement. The bold message is now forever immortalized on the 2025 Stanley Cup rings.



“We apologize to no one,” reads the inside of the Panthers’ second Stanley Cup championship rings in as many years. Along with the message—which was adapted for parental-guidance reasons—the ring’s interior also features the list of teams defeated en route to the Cup.



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<h2>Bennett chimes in</h2>



Tkachuk is perhaps the best example of what Panthers’ hockey is about. However, fellow forward Sam Bennett could easily be on that conversation, as well. Now, the recently signed center in Sunrise dropped a bold message.


 

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“We earned this. We earned these two rings,” Sam Bennett said, via Jameson Olive on X. “We put in a lot of effort, a lot of hard work. A lot of people don’t like the way we play, but we did the hard work to earn these titles. We’re not apologizing to anyone.”



With their brand-new rings on their fingers, the Panthers will kick off the 2025–26 NHL season against the Chicago Blackhawks at Amerant Bank Arena. The Cats might have to tuck those rings away before hitting the ice, because no team in the league will show them respect just for their new bling. If anything, they are coming for the crown in Sunrise.

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The Florida Panthers will need all hands on deck for a grueling 2025-26 NHL season. With <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew Tkachuk</a> set to miss a long stretch of the campaign, the organization has decided to roll without a former teammate of Brady Tkachuk on the Ottawa Senators.



After the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/nhl-news-panthers-reportedly-finalizing-long-term-extension-with-brad-marchands-teammate-ahead-of-season-opener" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panthers confirmed another long-term extension</a>, they felt set at the blueline. On that note, a defenseman on a professional tryout contract (PTO) has been relieved of his duties in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Florida</a>. 



Blueliner Ben Harpur hasn’t played in an <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a> game since April 6, 2023. At the time, the defenseman was with the New York Rangers—his third club in a four-year span. Now, the Panthers have shut the door on his dream to make the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/florida-panthers-stanley-cup-pursuit" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reigning Stanley Cup champions</a>’ roster.



“Defenseman Ben Harpur has been released from his professional tryout (PTO),” the Panthers announced on their latest roster cuts, via NHL.com. Harpur, 30, is now a free agent in search for his next adventure. All signs indicate he’ll play in the American Hockey League (AHL), as he’s done for the most part in the last few years.



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<h2>Ontario-native</h2>



Born in Hamilton, Ontario, Harpur was selected by <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ottawa-senators" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ottawa</a> in the 2013 NHL entry Draft. Harpur played one season alongside the youngest Tkachuk brother on the Senators during the 2018-19 campaign. Harpur had spent the prior three years in Ottawa, but <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brady-tkachuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brady</a> didn’t make his rookie debut until then. Harpur will miss the chance to play with both Tkachuk brothers.


 

 

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Now, the 30-year-old blueliner is off to his own luck, with no clear indications of where he might head next. Florida decided to release him, but the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/nhl-teams-back-to-back-stanley-cup-wins" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">back-to-back Stanley Cup-winning</a> franchise hasn’t made any further decision on his future. Unlike, Hunter Johannes, Trevor Carrick, and Jake Livingstone who were also released of their PTOs, but will report to the Charlotte Checkers in the AHL.



<h2>Follow the leader</h2>



While watching Matthew Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov go down with injuries is demoralizing for the Cats, Florida knows better than to dwell on it for too long. Instead, the Panthers are embracing the adversity. Moreover, everybody on the team wants to stay in town for a while. After Niko Mikkola signed the latest of Florida’s long-term deals, the blueliner admitted making a decision was easy.



“Saw all the boys signing here, so it was a no-brainer,” Niko Mikkola said, via Jameson Olive. “You look around and you know the guys. All the guys are great guys. I’ve been enjoying it since the first day I came to Florida. It’s way more fun when you play on a good team.”

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The Florida Panthers, led by <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brad-marchand">Brad Marchand</a>, are heading into the 2025–26 season with significant roster concerns. Two key forwards, Matthew Tkachuk and Tomas Nosek, are expected to miss extended time due to injury, according to NHL insider George Richards, who quoted General Manager Bill Zito in a recent report.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk">Tkachuk</a>, who played through multiple injuries during Florida’s deep playoff run last season, underwent offseason surgery to repair a torn hip abductor and hernia. While timelines remain fluid, Zito indicated the team doesn’t expect him back until late in the calendar year.



“Matthew Tkachuk should be out until December — but don’t hold me to that,” Zito said, as reported by George Richards on “X.” Nosek, meanwhile, will be sidelined long-term following a separate offseason injury. “Months, for sure,” Zito added.



<h2>How will Florida adapt without Tkachuk and Nosek?</h2>



With both forwards unavailable, the Panthers will rely heavily on depth players and younger talent. Evan Rodrigues, Jesper Boqvist, and newcomer Luke Kunin are expected to see increased ice time, while veteran winger Tyler Motte, attending camp on a professional tryout (PTO), is looking to earn a spot in the bottom six.



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<h2>What’s next for the Panthers?</h2>



The Panthers open the 2025–26 season on October 7 against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chicago-blackhawks">Chicago Blackhawks</a>, and the early schedule will test the team’s roster without Matthew Tkachuk and Tomas Nosek. With a mix of strong opponents and a demanding road stretch, Florida will need immediate contributions from its depth forwards to build momentum early.


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The Florida Panthers are making their final roster moves ahead of the 2025-26 NHL season, and they’ve added a familiar name to their mix. Former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Noah Gregor has signed a professional tryout (PTO) deal, joining <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brad-marchand">Brad Marchand</a>’s squad as they contend with injuries and depth concerns.



Gregor, 27, is no stranger to change. After stints with the San Jose Sharks, Ottawa Senators, and a single season with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/toronto-maple-leafs">Maple Leafs</a>, he now aims to prove his worth in the Sunshine State. Known for his versatility and work ethic, Gregor faces a chance to carve out a role with a team seeking stability as star forward Matthew Tkachuk recovers from offseason surgery.



The PTO represents both opportunity and urgency. With the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers">Panthers</a>’ opening night approaching and roster spots at a premium, Gregor will need to impress quickly. His prior experience, combined with a determination to remain in the NHL, sets the stage for a high-stakes training camp.



<h2>Can Gregor secure a long-term role amid Florida’s depth challenges?</h2>



Florida’s forward corps is already stacked, with veterans and young talent jockeying for ice time. Gregor’s role will likely center on providing insurance depth, especially if Tkachuk’s recovery extends into the season. “Noah Gregor has signed a PTO with Florida,” hockey analyst Jason Gregor reported on “X“.



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The challenge is clear: Florida’s roster already features players making competition fierce. Gregor’s ability to adapt quickly and contribute on special teams or depth lines may be the deciding factor in whether he earns a permanent spot.


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<h2>Looking ahead to training camp and opening night</h2>



As the Panthers begin preparations for the 2025-26 campaign, Gregor will join other PTO signees in vying for ice time. His performance during camp, particularly in scrimmages and preseason games, will determine if he transitions from a short-term trial to a full-season contract.


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If successful, Gregor could provide Florida with the insurance and flexibility it needs while Tkachuk recovers, ensuring the team maintains offensive balance and depth. Panthers fans will be watching closely as the 27-year-old former Maple Leaf looks to seize his <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> second chance.

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The situation of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew Tkachuk</a> had been a sensitive topic in the Florida Panthers, as the teams’ captain had been dealing with lingering issues that kept him out of the start of preparations for the 2025-26 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a> season, where he is expected to be a key leader alongside Brad Marchand.



Earlier in 2025, uncertainty had already surrounded the injury he sustained at the 4 Nations Face-Off, with Tkachuk still able to return for the playoffs to help the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panthers</a> capture their second straight Stanley Cup against the Edmonton Oilers.



It is already known in Florida that they will be without their captain during the early days of next season, but a new update has reportedly revealed the exact timeline for his return. In the meantime, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brad-marchand" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Marchand</a> and other players such as Sam Bennett will have to carry the offensive load.



<h2>When will Tkachuk return to play for the Panthers?</h2>



The Florida Panthers received encouraging news regarding Matthew Tkachuk’s health status. According to NHL insider David Pagnotta, the star forward is targeting a comeback early in 2026, which would leave the team facing the challenge of starting the regular season without its captain.



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“The timeline I’ve been told… barring no setbacks, is that he’ll be back in January,” Pagnotta said on the Kevin Karius Show. A potential return in January comes as a relief for the franchise, considering the possibility of a more extended absence.


 

 

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<h2>Will Tkachuk be ready for the 2026 Winter Olympics?</h2>



According to Pagnotta’s information, Tkachuk is expected to return in January 2026, as long as no setbacks occur. That would mean his recovery is set just before the Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina, which begin in February 2026.

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The Florida Panthers’ historic <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/nhl-teams-back-to-back-stanley-cup-wins">back-to-back Stanley Cup</a> championships came at a cost few could ignore. Matthew Tkachuk fought through grueling injuries to secure his team’s second title, leaving many to wonder what toll the battles had taken. When news broke that he would undergo surgery after the season, concerns quickly shifted to the bigger stage—the 2026 Winter Olympics.



By the time the champagne dried, the reality was clear. Tkachuk’s postseason heroics masked a torn adductor and a sports hernia, both of which demanded surgical repair. His absence for the opening stretch of the 2025–26 campaign was inevitable, sparking questions about his recovery timeline and ability to return at full strength.



But where speculation lingers, family confidence rises. Brady Tkachuk, captain of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ottawa-senators">Ottawa Senators</a>, offered a reassuring update on his brother’s status, insisting the recovery has been steady and optimism is well-founded.



<h2>How serious were Matthew Tkachuk’s injuries?</h2>



The physical strain dated back to February’s Four Nations Face-Off tournament. Despite the severity, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk">Matthew </a>returned for the postseason, pushing through pain as the Panthers secured their second consecutive Cup. His willpower impressed teammates, but the cost was evident once surgery followed.



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Even so, his 57 points in 52 regular-season games underscored the level he maintained before injury, highlighting just how critical his presence remains to Florida’s ambitions.


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<h2>What does Brady Tkachuk say about his brother’s recovery?</h2>



Speaking during <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/team-usa">Team USA</a> activities, Brady dismissed the sense of panic surrounding Matthew’s condition. “He’s doing great. He’s feeling good,” Brady said on Wednesday, according to ESPN. “I’ve been talking to him basically every day … he’s had the most FOMO that I’ve ever seen him have.”



The younger Tkachuk added his belief that the surgery could actually be a blessing in disguise. “I know with his preparation and his work ethic that he’ll probably be in the best shape he’s ever been in after this surgery.”



<h2>Will Matthew Tkachuk be ready for the Olympics?</h2>



The defining question remains his availability for the 2026 Games. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brady-tkachuk">Brady</a>’s response left little doubt. “I think it’s a full expectation of him not just to play, but be at his best,” he said. That vote of confidence reflects both brothers’ reputations for resilience and refusal to let adversity dictate their careers.



<h2>How did the Four Nations Face-Off shape the Tkachuks’ season?</h2>



The February tournament left its mark, not only because of Matthew’s injuries but also for the brothers’ trademark intensity. Their joint fights against Canada in the opening seconds of a key matchup set a tone few will forget. Team USA went on to defeat Canada 3–1 in that game before falling short in the final.


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Looking ahead, Florida begins the 2025–26 season without its star forward, but the long-term picture remains hopeful. If Matthew Tkachuk meets the recovery expectations his brother outlined, both the Panthers and Team USA could reap the benefits of a rested, reenergized, and determined competitor.

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