Tkachuk Game-Time decision for Panthers in game 1 of the eastern 1st round against Lightning

Tampa – Matthew Tkachuk will remain a game for the Florida Panthers against Tampa Bay Lightning in game 1 of the Eastern Conference First Runde in the Amalie Arena (8:30 p.m. ET; FDSNSUN, Script, ESPN, TVAS2, TVAS2, TVAS2, on Tuesday (8:30 p.m. Sn360).

“With these long-term injuries, we only wait until the last (minute),” said Florida coach Paul Maurice on Tuesday. “He is chic again, just before we clarify it.”

Tkachuk, who was traveling for the United States among the 4 nations in February due to an injury in the lower assault while playing for the United States.

The striker was also one of the first players outside the ice after the morning skate. As a rule, players, of whom are not expected, remain on the ice longer.

Tkachuk had 57 points (22 goals, 35 templates) in 52 games of the regular season for the Panthers, which he last played for February 8.

“Her leader is her leaders for a certain reason,” said Maurice when he was asked about Tkachuk’s impact on his return. “Your presence in the (dressing) space, her presence on the ice. Matthew’s strength are obviously his hands and emotional understanding of the game.

“If the team needs a spark if it takes a funny line, if it takes great success, it has a great understanding and rarely makes a mistake. He feels the game incredibly well and such people are very valuable on the street.”