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Matthew Tkachuk

Matthew Tkachuk is an American professional ice hockey winger who plays for the Florida Panthers of the National Hockey League (NHL).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Matthew Tkachuk is an American professional ice hockey winger who plays for the Florida Panthers of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was selected sixth overall by the Calgary Flames in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft and later won Stanley Cups with Florida in 2024 and 2025.

Early life and junior hockey

Tkachuk was born in Scottsdale, Arizona and grew up primarily in St. Louis, Missouri. He played youth hockey in the United States and Canada before moving into major junior and U.S. development hockey pathways.

NHL draft and Calgary Flames career

The Calgary Flames selected Tkachuk sixth overall in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft. He spent six seasons with the Flames and posted a career-high 104 points in the 2021–22 regular season.

Florida Panthers career

Florida acquired Tkachuk in July 2022 and signed him to an eight-year contract through the 2029–30 season. He has played a leading role for the Panthers, including back-to-back Stanley Cup championships in 2024 and 2025.

Family and background

Tkachuk comes from a hockey family. His father, Keith Tkachuk, played in the NHL and is a member of the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame, and his younger brother Brady Tkachuk is captain of the Ottawa Senators.

Key facts

  • Born in 1997 in Scottsdale, Arizona.
  • Selected sixth overall by the Calgary Flames in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft.
  • Has played for the Calgary Flames and Florida Panthers in the NHL.
  • Signed an eight-year contract with Florida after being traded there in July 2022.
  • Won the Stanley Cup with the Panthers in 2024 and 2025.
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Canadian context

Tkachuk’s career has direct Canadian links through his drafting and early NHL years with the Calgary Flames, a Canadian NHL team based in Calgary, Alberta.

Frequently asked questions

What team does Matthew Tkachuk play for?
He plays for the Florida Panthers in the NHL.
When was Matthew Tkachuk drafted?
He was drafted sixth overall in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft by the Calgary Flames.
Has Matthew Tkachuk won a Stanley Cup?
Yes. He won Stanley Cups with the Panthers in 2024 and 2025.
Who are Matthew Tkachuk’s family members in hockey?
His father is former NHL player Keith Tkachuk, and his younger brother is Brady Tkachuk of the Ottawa Senators.
What position does Matthew Tkachuk play?
He is primarily listed as a left wing, and also as a right wing on some player profiles.

References

  1. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/233030/matthew-tkachuk
    Supports: Date of birth, birthplace, position, height, draft position, and team status.
  2. NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/panthers/news/florida-panthers-acquire-forward-matthew-tkachuk-335072148
    Supports: 2022 trade to Florida Panthers, contract terms, and 2021–22 Calgary scoring.
  3. Team USA — https://www.teamusa.com/profiles/matthew-tkachuk
    Supports: Family background, Panthers success, Olympic profile, and that he is a left wing drafted sixth overall.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/bio/_/id/4024854/matthew-tkachuk
    Supports: Current team, position, height/weight, birthdate, birthplace, and draft info.
  5. NBC Olympics — https://www.nbcolympics.com/news/matthew-tkachuk-meet-athlete
    Supports: Upbringing, youth hockey path, trade to Florida, and career overview.