History of Matthew Tkachuk in Timeline

Matthew Tkachuk is a professional ice hockey forward currently playing as an alternate captain for the Florida Panthers in the NHL. Drafted sixth overall by the Calgary Flames in 2016, he previously played for them before joining the Panthers. He is known for his skill and leadership on the ice.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1995: Father's Personal Record

In 1995-96, Matthew Tkachuk's father, Keith Tkachuk, had a personal record of 98 points.

December 11, 1997: Matthew Tkachuk's Birth

On December 11, 1997, Matthew Tkachuk was born. He is an American professional ice hockey forward.

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2010: Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament

In 2010, Matthew Tkachuk competed in the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament with a youth affiliate of the St. Louis Blues.

2013: Drafted by London Knights

In 2013, Matthew Tkachuk was drafted by the London Knights in the fourth round, 64th overall, of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Priority Selection.

2014: World U-17 Hockey Challenge Gold

In 2014, Matthew Tkachuk helped the United States win gold at the World U-17 Hockey Challenge held in Nova Scotia.

2015: Joins London Knights

Before the 2015-16 season, Matthew Tkachuk opted to join the London Knights roster, forfeiting his NCAA eligibility and de-committing from the University of Notre Dame.

2015: IIHF World U18 Championships Gold

In 2015, Matthew Tkachuk competed at the IIHF World U18 Championships, registering ten assists and leading the U.S. under-18 team to a gold medal win.

July 7, 2016: Signed by Calgary Flames

On July 7, 2016, Matthew Tkachuk was signed to a three-year, entry-level contract by the Calgary Flames after being drafted sixth overall.

2016: World Junior Ice Hockey Championships Bronze Medal

At the 2016 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, held in Helsinki, Matthew Tkachuk scored 11 points to lead the American team in scoring. The U.S. defeated Sweden to claim the bronze medal.

2016: OHL First Team All-Star and Memorial Cup Win

In 2016, Matthew Tkachuk was named an OHL First Team All-Star and scored the game-winning goal in overtime for the Knights in the 2016 Memorial Cup final.

2016: Drafted by Calgary Flames

In 2016, Matthew Tkachuk was selected by the Calgary Flames in the first round, sixth overall, of the NHL entry draft.

2016: Memorial Cup Win

In 2016, Matthew Tkachuk won the Memorial Cup with the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), scoring the game-winning goal in overtime.

2016: Matthews' 100 Points Season

In 2022, along with Auston Matthews from the 2016 draft class, Tkachuk became the second player to score 100 points in a single season.

March 20, 2017: Suspension for Elbowing

On March 20, 2017, Matthew Tkachuk was suspended two games for an elbow to the face of Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty.

November 17, 2017: Suspension for Line Brawl

On November 17, 2017, the NHL Department of Player Safety announced that Matthew Tkachuk was suspended one game for his part in a line brawl against the Detroit Red Wings on November 15.

March 11, 2018: Injury against the New York Islanders

On March 11, 2018, Matthew Tkachuk was injured in a game against the New York Islanders and missed the rest of the season.

2018: Named Alternate Captain

Before the 2018–19 season, Matthew Tkachuk was named an alternate captain for the Calgary Flames.

March 10, 2019: First NHL Hat-Trick

On March 10, 2019, Matthew Tkachuk recorded his first career NHL hat-trick in a 6–3 win over the Vegas Golden Knights.

September 25, 2019: Signs Contract Extension

On September 25, 2019, Matthew Tkachuk signed a three-year, $21 million contract extension with the Calgary Flames.

2021: Top Ten Point-Scorer

In the 2021–22 NHL season, Matthew Tkachuk was a top ten point-scorer in the league, registering 104 points.

2021: Successful Season

The 2021–22 season was one of the most successful regular seasons in Flames history, with Tkachuk at the center of its success.

April 19, 2022: Surpasses Father's Record

On April 19, 2022, Matthew Tkachuk recorded his 99th point (an assist), surpassing his father's previous personal record of 98 points set in 1995-96.

July 22, 2022: Traded to Florida Panthers

On July 22, 2022, Matthew Tkachuk was traded to the Florida Panthers along with a conditional fourth-round draft pick in 2025.

2022: Another Top Ten Point-Scorer

In the 2022–23 NHL season, Matthew Tkachuk was a top ten point-scorer in the league, registering 109 points.

February 4, 2023: All-Star Game MVP

On February 4, 2023, Matthew Tkachuk was named the MVP of the NHL 2023 All-Star Game after scoring four goals and three assists.

2023: Hart Memorial Trophy Finalist

In 2023, Matthew Tkachuk was named a finalist for the NHL's Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's most valuable player.

2023: Panthers' Alternate Captain

In the 2023–24 season, Matthew Tkachuk was named alternate captain of the Panthers.

January 9, 2024: Fifth Hat-Trick

On January 9, 2024, Matthew Tkachuk scored his fifth hat-trick against the St. Louis Blues, leading the Panthers to their eighth straight win.

2024: Championship Wins

In 2024, Matthew Tkachuk and Jayson Tatum both won their respective championship series (the 2024 Stanley Cup Finals and 2024 NBA Finals, respectively) within a week of each other.