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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Brad Marchand eyes 2026 Winter Olympics after Panthers lift Stanley Cup again
Brad Marchand eyes 2026 Winter Olympics after Panthers lift Stanley Cup again (Image Source: Getty Images) Brad Marchand just helped the Florida Panthers win the Stanley Cup, but he's not slowing down. Even after this huge victory, the 37-year-old forward has something even bigger on his mind. Marchand, one of the most competitive players in the NHL, is thinking about wearing the Team Canada jersey again at the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics. He spoke honestly about it, and his message says a lot about what he wants next. Brad Marchand wants a spot on Team Canada for the 2026 Winter Olympics On Tuesday, June 18, 2025, Brad Marchand spoke about his hopes of joining Team Canada for the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. The Florida Panthers forward made the comments just a day after his team celebrated their back-to-back Stanley Cup win. Despite not being named in the first group of six players picked by Hockey Canada, Marchand made it clear that he still has the dream. Speaking to Sports Illustrated, Marchand said, 'Look, it's the highest achievement you can have as a Canadian-born player, to be part of Team Canada. So yeah, it's obviously a goal and something I'm going to shoot for.' He added, 'There are a million players who could play on that team. Canada is so deep and has a tremendous amount of talent, so it's going to be an uphill battle.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Marchand already played a key role in Team Canada's win at the 4 Nations Face-Off earlier this year, where Canada beat Team USA in the final. That game also featured a clutch goal from Connor McDavid. Marchand is hoping that his strong season with the Panthers will help him earn a call-up for the Olympics. Hockey Canada GM Doug Armstrong comments on Brad Marchand's Olympic chances Doug Armstrong, the general manager of Team Canada, spoke about Brad Marchand's Olympic hopes in an interview with Armstrong said he recently had a chat with Marchand and didn't rule out the possibility of him being added to the team later. Also Read: "F**King Love You Baby': Brad Marchand And Matthew Tkachuk's Long Hug Shocks Fans And Sparks Panic Over Their Unexpected Bond 'I talked to him just last week about how impressed we all are about how he's playing. He's playing fantastic,' Armstrong said. 'He certainly, as I said to him, has every opportunity to make the Olympic team.' While the final roster won't be confirmed for months, Marchand is staying focused on making the cut. His championship experience, hard work, and leadership could be exactly what Team Canada needs next year. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Brad Marchand and Matthew Tkachuk turn rivalry into brotherhood after Stanley Cup win
Brad Marchand and Matthew Tkachuk turn rivalry into brotherhood after Stanley Cup win (Image Source: Getty Images) After the Florida Panthers won their second straight Stanley Cup, something happened on the ice that fans did not expect. It wasn't just about the trophy or the goals. What stood out was a surprising and touching moment between two players who were once fierce rivals. Brad Marchand and Matthew Tkachuk shared a hug that made fans emotional. But how did these two go from rivals to teammates—and now brothers? Brad Marchand and Matthew Tkachuk share emotional moment after Panthers' Stanley Cup win On Monday, June 17, 2025, the Florida Panthers won the Stanley Cup again after beating their opponent in Game 6 at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida. Right after the final buzzer, Brad Marchand and Matthew Tkachuk hugged on the ice in front of fans and cameras. It wasn't just a quick hug. It was full of real emotion. Matthew Tkachuk said, 'Love you f***ing brother,' and Marchand answered, 'Love you too, baby.' The moment was shared by B/R Open Ice on X, and fans quickly started reacting to it. Marchand and Tkachuk didn't always get along. Their battles on the ice were intense for years. But everything started to change after they played together at the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. They began to understand each other more, and their bond started to grow. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Tkachuk had said during the tournament, 'It's our time right now,' and Marchand later fired back after winning for Team Canada, joking, 'Sometimes when you shoot your mouth off in the media, it bites you. ' Marchand joined the Panthers in a trade from the Boston Bruins in March 2025. Since then, their friendship has grown even more. 'It's been unreal having him in,' Tkachuk told reporters. 'He brings that winning feeling. We may not be the fastest or the strongest team, but we're deep and experienced.' Fans react to Brad Marchand and Matthew Tkachuk's new friendship on and off the ice NHL fans were surprised by how close Brad Marchand and Matthew Tkachuk have become. One fan wrote, 'The spin and hug looks like something out of a movie.' Others shared that it's amazing to see tough players drop their past fights and support each other after winning something big. Also Read: Brad Marchand's $156679.74 Bar Night And Misspelled Tattoo Spark Fresh Internet Mockery From Bruins Fans Florida's head coach Paul Maurice also praised Marchand's impact. After the Panthers beat the Toronto Maple Leafs in Round 2, he said, 'There's a Brad Marchand effect in the room.' Maurice explained how players like Anton Lundell have picked up that same fire. Their connection is now a symbol of how rivals can become teammates—and even family—when united by a dream. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
The Advertiser
2 hours ago
- Business
- The Advertiser
This western Sydney high-rise is smack bang in a city on the up and up
Penrith is a city on the rise. This will come as no surprise to those who follow the National Rugby League competition, where the all-conquering Panthers have won the last four premierships. There's more, however, to the Western Sydney powerhouse than rugby league glory, and the Pullman Sydney Penrith shows how the Nepean River community is changing. Opened in August 2023 as the city's first five-star hotel, the glittering new build on Mulgoa Road is a sign of confidence in Penrith's future, funded by the Panthers Group as part of a transformation of the Penrith Panthers precinct to create a modern business and entertainment destination. The hotel also looks to benefit from the 2026 opening of the Western Sydney International Airport (about 20 minutes away) by bringing a new level of luxury accommodation to travellers who will no longer need to head to Sydney's CBD for a five-star experience.
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Matthew Tkachuk's sister Taryn Tkachuk's Instagram post sparks debate with Connor McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle
Matthew Tkachuk's sister Taryn Tkachuk's Instagram post sparks debate with Connor McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle (Image Source: Getty Images) After the Florida Panthers celebrated winning their second Stanley Cup in a row, something unexpected grabbed fans' attention online. It wasn't just the trophy or the on-ice action people started talking about a quiet but clear online moment involving the families of two big NHL stars. A post made by Matthew Tkachuk's sister, Taryn, is now being linked to a message shared earlier by Connor McDavid's wife, Lauren Kyle. But why are people talking about it? Taryn Tkachuk shares Stanley Cup photos after Panthers victory sparks online reaction On Wednesday, June 19, 2025, Taryn Tkachuk posted photos on Instagram after her brother Matthew and the Florida Panthers won the Stanley Cup. The photos were taken at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, just hours after the team lifted the trophy by winning the final in Game 6. The first picture showed Taryn with her brothers—Matthew, holding the Stanley Cup, and Brady, who plays for the Ottawa Senators. The second image was Matthew celebrating on the ice. The third was a photo with their father, Keith Tkachuk, and the team's famous rat mascot. Fans soon saw the post, mostly due to its scheduling. Lauren Kyle, Connor McDavid's wife, posted something on her own Instagram tale just few days earlier on Tuesday, June 17 following the Oilers' Game 4 loss to the Panthers. She shared a screenshot talking about how Alberta has been 'rat-free' since 1950. The post didn't have a caption, but many believed it was a quiet shot at the Panthers' rat tradition. Connor McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle mentioned Alberta rat rule before Taryn's post Florida Panthers fans throw plastic rats on the ice after goals. This started in 1995 after a player killed a rat in the locker room and scored twice that night. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scam Exposed: What They Won't Tell You about zero trust! Expertinspector Click Here Undo It became known as the 'rat trick.' The team's identity has been tied to rats ever since. Some players, like Matthew Tkachuk and Brad Marchand, are even called 'rats' for their playing style, aggressive, pesky, and fearless. Also Read: 'It's Difficult For People To Realize': Lauren Kyle Opens Up About Heartbreaking Reality Of Life With Connor McDavid During Stanley Cup Finals Many people saw Lauren Kyle's post about Alberta being rat-free as a dig at the Panthers' identity. Taryn Tkachuk's post came soon after, showing full support for her brother and the team's tradition. Matthew Tkachuk played through injury in the playoffs. He said via CBS Sports, 'I tore my adductor off the bone and had some hernia thing.' Still, he scored 23 points in 23 games and helped the Panthers become back-to-back champions. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Panthers GM Drops Hint About Offseason After Stanley Cup Win
Panthers GM Drops Hint About Offseason After Stanley Cup Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Florida Panthers are the two-time Stanley Cup champions after dispatching the Edmonton Oilers for the second year in a row. Florida took down Edmonton in six games this season, finishing off another impressive playoff run. Advertisement But as the Panthers enter the offseason, the team has a few key players entering free agency. Guys such as Brad Marchand, Sam Bennett, and Aaron Ekblad are all scheduled to be free agents. Nobody knows what will take place once free agency starts, but this team has shown it can allow anyone to enter the organization. Florida has been the standard of success over the last few years, and everything starts with the leadership at the top. When asked about how the team looks for players with the uncertainty of the offseason coming up, Panthers general manager Bill Zito didn't hold back. "We've reached a point, almost, where the room can accept almost anybody, and they pull all the good qualities out of that person. And I think it's because it starts with Paul Maurice and the leadership in the room. Fail, it's okay to fail so come in and be yourself because you're gonna screw up, we don't really care. We all screw up, all the time but we have a lot of really good players around us who help us when we do. I think that puts people at ease, and I think it's easy to fit in," Zito said. Florida Panthers center Brad Marchand (63) hoists the Stanley Cup after winning game six of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers at Amerant Bank Navarro-Imagn Images The Panthers have built a sustained winner on the ice, and it has shown in how they approach the games. Every team wants to be like the Panthers, and they are at the top of the mountain again. Advertisement As the offseason gets going, there will be questions for the team to answer. But this organization has shown that it can overcome whatever is put in its way. Related: Panthers May Have Dented Stanley Cup After Win Over Oilers Related: 6-Time All-Star Seen With Panthers Following Stanley Cup Win This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
