NHL EDGE stats: Impact of Tkachuk’s return on Panthers
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Key Points:
- Matthew Tkachuk is set to make his season debut for the Florida Panthers after recovering from surgery, returning against the San Jose Sharks; he was a key contributor to the Panthers' back-to-back Stanley Cup championships.
- Tkachuk ranks among the NHL's top forwards in high-danger goals and shots, significantly boosting the Panthers' offensive threat, especially as Florida already ranks in the top 10 for high-danger goals this season.
- He excels in offensive zone time, ranking in the 97th percentile among forwards last season, which correlates with the Panthers' strong puck possession and shot attempt percentages when he and Aleksander Barkov are healthy.
- Tkachuk's presence is expected to improve Florida's power play, where
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