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Matthew Tkachuk Returns to Practice
Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk (groin) practiced with the team for the first time this season on Sunday. The star forward skated in a non-contact jersey. This is a significant step in his recovery from offseason surgery to repair a torn adductor muscle and sports hernia. While Tkachuk appears to be nearing his season debut, it's unclear if he will be available for next week's Winter Classic against the New York Rangers on Friday. "There's a whole bunch of things he's got to get through. The question is, is there enough time," Panthers coach Paul Maurice said. "As much as we like the spectacle of it and we'd love for him to be a part of it -- it would be great for the game to see him out there -- the Florida Panthers need him healthy for the rest of the year." A healthy Tkachuk will be a great asset for the Panthers and fantasy managers alike.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
