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Tkachuk’s Return Powers Panthers to Dominant Game 1 Win Over Lightning

Matthew Tkachuk scores twice and adds an assist as Florida takes a 6-2 victory to open their playoff series against Tampa Bay.

Matthew Tkachuk celebrates his goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Florida Panthers' 6-2 win Monday night in Tampa. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)
Andrei Vasilevskiy #88 of the Tampa Bay Lightning skates off after losing Game Four of the First Round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs in overtime against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Amalie Arena on April 24, 2023 in Tampa, Florida.

Overview

  • Matthew Tkachuk returned from a two-month lower-body injury absence, contributing two power-play goals and an assist in Game 1.
  • The Florida Panthers defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-2, securing a 1-0 lead in their first-round playoff series.
  • Florida capitalized on special teams, going 3-for-3 on the power play, with Nate Schmidt, Tkachuk, and others leading the charge.
  • Panthers coach Paul Maurice activated Tkachuk from long-term injured reserve after monitoring his recovery during morning skate.
  • The series continues Thursday at Amalie Arena, with Florida carrying momentum after a decisive road victory.