Matthew Tkachuk played a massive role in helping the Florida Panthers secure the franchise's second consecutive Stanley Cup title. However, Tkachuk dealt with quite a bit of adversity throughout the 2024-25 season en route to reaching the league's mountaintop.

Matthew Tkachuk Makes Painful Admission After Winning 2025 Stanley Cup originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Florida Panthers clinched back-to-back Stanley Cups on Tuesday night, and for Matthew Tkachuk, the final buzzer brought both celebration and, most probably, health relief.

The Florida Panthers won't ever let the Edmonton Oilers live down the consecutive Stanley Cup Final defeats in the NHL, especially Matthew Tkachuk who aimed right at Connor McDavid amid a night of celebration at a nightclub in Miami.