Tkachuk Brothers United in Florida
Brady Tkachuk joins his brother in Florida after trade from Ottawa Senators.
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Michael Andlauer described Brady Tkachuk as “an exemplary captain” and praised the community work he and his wife, Emma, carried out during his eight years in Ottawa. Tkachuk served as the Senators’ captain for his final five seasons.
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Matthew Tkachuk’s move to Florida in 2022 after declining to sign a new contract with Calgary ultimately preceded two Stanley Cup victories with the Panthers in 2024 and 2025, adding important context to Brady’s attraction to the club.
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Florida captain Aleksander Barkov said Brady Tkachuk was previously one of the opponents players “always circle from the lineup,” calling him dangerous because he can score, create plays and play physically and aggressively. Barkov is returning from a torn ACL and medial collateral ligament in his right knee.
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The Senators had not yet named Tkachuk’s replacement as captain; defensemen Jake Sanderson and Thomas Chabot were identified as leading candidates, with Sanderson offering the stronger case in ice time and long-term contractual security.
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Pavel Dorofeyev’s move to the Rangers follows a breakout season in which he led Vegas with 37 goals and added 12 more during the team’s Stanley Cup Final run. He said of becoming a featured player in New York: “You just have to be a man and accept the challenge and do your best.”
Brady Tkachuk joined his brother Matthew on the Florida Panthers in June 2026 after requesting a trade from Ottawa. Tkachuk, who scored 59 points in his final season with the Senators, refused to extend his contract beyond 2028, according to Senators owner Michael Andlauer. The move reunites the brothers on a team that won back-to-back Stanley Cups in 2024 and 2025.
Andlauer said Tkachuk's desire to play alongside Matthew was the primary reason for the trade. The Kansas City Star reported that Andlauer attributed the decision to influence from Tkachuk's father, Keith, and his brother. Tkachuk served as Ottawa's captain for five seasons before the move.
Why Matthew's Success Made Florida Irresistible
Matthew Tkachuk moved to Florida in 2022 after refusing to re-sign with Calgary. Since then, he has won two Stanley Cups with the Panthers — in 2024 and 2025. That track record of success made the Panthers an obvious choice for Brady. Aleksander Barkov, Florida's captain, called Brady 'one of those guys that you always circle from the lineup as an opponent.' Barkov is returning after missing last season with a torn ACL and medial collateral ligament.
Brady's Scoring and Physicality Complete Florida's Core
Barkov praised Tkachuk's all-around game, noting he can score, create plays, and play physical and aggressive. Brady recorded 59 points in his final Ottawa season and made an immediate preseason impact with three points and a fight defending a teammate. The Panthers added Tkachuk to complement their championship-caliber roster led by Barkov.
Bobrovsky Leaves Florida for Toronto
Sergei Bobrovsky departed the Panthers this offseason, signing a three-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs worth $21 million. His exit meant Florida needed reinforcements elsewhere. The Panthers addressed that need by acquiring Brady Tkachuk and counting on Barkov's return to lead their Stanley Cup defense.
Dorofeyev Moves to Rangers After Breakout Vegas Season
Pavel Dorofeyev left Vegas for the New York Rangers on a seven-year, $77 million deal. Last season, he led the Golden Knights with 37 goals and added 12 more during their Stanley Cup Final run. Dorofeyev said of the move: 'You just have to be a man and accept the challenge and do your best.' The trade represents a major bet on Dorofeyev as a featured scorer in New York.
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