Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Matthew Tkachuk

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Matthew Tkachuk made an impact.

Matthew Tkachuk is a prominent American professional ice hockey forward and alternate captain currently playing for the Florida Panthers in the NHL. Drafted sixth overall by the Calgary Flames in 2016, he previously played for the Flames before joining the Panthers. Known for his skill and leadership, Tkachuk is a key player for his team.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2010: Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament

In 2010, Matthew Tkachuk and his team competed in the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament.

2013: Drafted by London Knights

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

2014: Gold at World U-17 Hockey Challenge

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

2015: Joins London Knights

Before the 2015-16 season, Matthew Tkachuk opted to join the London Knights roster.

2015: Gold Medal at IIHF World U18 Championships

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

July 7, 2016: Signs with Calgary Flames

On July 7, 2016, Matthew Tkachuk signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Calgary Flames after being drafted.

2016: World Junior Ice Hockey Championships Bronze Medal

In 2016, Matthew Tkachuk represented the United States at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, winning a bronze medal.

2016: Drafted by Calgary Flames

In 2016, Matthew Tkachuk was drafted by the Calgary Flames in the first round as the sixth overall pick.

2016: OHL All-Star and Memorial Cup Champion

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: Memorial Cup Win

In 2016, Matthew Tkachuk won the Memorial Cup with the London Knights, scoring the game-winning goal in overtime.

2016: Bronze Medal at World Junior Ice Hockey Championships

In 2016, at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, Matthew Tkachuk and Auston Matthews led the American team in scoring and won a bronze medal.

2016: Second Player from 2016 Draft to Score 100 Points

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

March 20, 2017: Suspension for Elbowing Drew Doughty

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: Suspended for Line Brawl

On November 17, 2017, Matthew Tkachuk was suspended one game for his part in a line brawl against the Detroit Red Wings.

March 11, 2018: Injury against 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 for Flames

Before the 2018–19 season, Tkachuk was named an alternate captain for the 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 with Flames

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, Tkachuk was a top ten point-scorer in the league, registering 104 points.

April 19, 2022: Surpasses Father's Point Record

On April 19, 2022, Matthew Tkachuk recorded his 99th point, surpassing his father's personal record.

July 22, 2022: Traded to Florida Panthers

On July 22, 2022, Matthew Tkachuk was traded to the Florida Panthers and signed an eight-year, $76 million contract.

2022: Top Ten Point-Scorer

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

February 4, 2023: NHL All-Star Game MVP

On February 4, 2023, Matthew Tkachuk was named the NHL All-Star Game MVP.

2023: Hart Memorial Trophy Finalist

In 2023, Matthew Tkachuk was named a finalist for the NHL's Hart Memorial Trophy.

2023: Named Alternate Captain of Panthers

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 in a game against the St. Louis Blues.

2024: Championship Series

In 2024, Matthew Tkachuk and Jayson Tatum both won their respective championship series a week apart from each other.

2024: Stanley Cup Win with Panthers

In 2024, Matthew Tkachuk won the Stanley Cup with the Florida Panthers.

2025: Conditional Draft Pick

Tkachuk's trade included a conditional fourth-round draft pick in 2025.

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