Matchsticks and Gasoline Aug 3, 2022
2022 Flames Top 25 Under 25: Best of the Rest
Photo by Marissa Baecker/ Profiling players from #36 to #26 We’re moving into our annual series after releasing the voting article last week, thanks to those who took the time to help rank the players. This year’s list promises a lot of major changes with only a few regular NHLers being under the age of 25, plus the recent departure of Matthew Tkachuk who would’ve been unquestionably in the top spot on the list. Without further adieu, here are the players who just missed out on cracking the Top 25 this year. #36 C Mitchell Mattson, 24 Years Old, Drafted in 2016...
Last Word on Hockey Jul 28, 2022
How the Florida Panthers Win the Matthew Tkachuk Trade
On July 22nd, the Florida Panthers and Calgary Flames completed arguably the biggest trade of the salary cap era. The trade saw Matthew Tkachuk leave Calgary, a massive move considering his age and elite star prowess. But in return, the Flames acquired Jonathan Huberdeau and MacKenzie Weegar. Huberdeau finished tied-for-second in scoring across the entire […] The post How the Florida Panthers Win the Matthew Tkachuk Trade appeared first on Last Word On Hockey.
Matchsticks and Gasoline Jul 27, 2022
2022 M&G Top 25 Under 25: Intro and Voting
Photo by Bruce Bennett/ Our annual summer series kicks off once again It’s been two weeks since free agency and just over a week since the massive franchise altering Matthew Tkachuk trade. As we move into the slower part of the offseason, we will be kicking off our 7th annual Matchsticks and Gasoline Top 25 Under 25 series! Once again we will be asking for your help in ranking the Flames players using a simple 1 through 10 scale, with 1 at the lowest end and 10 at the top. You can find the link below. Voting will be open until Saturday. We are back to our normal...
CBC News Jul 25, 2022
'I hate Tampa': Feisty former Flame Matthew Tkachuk introduced in Florida
Matthew Tkachuk was introduced Monday as Florida's newest addition, three days after the Panthers and Calgary completed a trade that sent Jonathan Huberdeau, MacKenzie Weegar, prospect Cole Schwindt and a conditional first-round draft pick to the Flames.
Matchsticks and Gasoline Jul 24, 2022
Fan Poll: Are You Happy With The Matthew Tkachuk Trade?
Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports Is the return better than you expected? As you know by now, the Flames have parted ways with star forward Matthew Tkachuk. The winger was dealt late Friday to the Florida Panthers for Jonathan Huberdeau, Mackenzie Weegar, Cole Schwindt and a first round pick. At the end of the day, not a bad haul for a player that didn't want to be in Calgary. So now that you've had some time to digest the trade, what are your thoughts? Comment and vote below in our poll!
A Winning Habit Jul 24, 2022
Montreal Canadiens: Why Habs Fans Have To Love Matthew Tkachuk Trade
The Montreal Canadiens were not directly involved in the blockbuster trade of the offseason, but they could be indirectly affected by it. The Florida Panthers and Calgary Flames hooked up to trade 100 points players for each other when Jonathan Huberdeau was sent to Calgary in exchange for Matthew Tkachuk. It could be argued that […] Montreal Canadiens: Why Habs Fans Have To Love Matthew Tkachuk Trade - A Winning Habit - A Winning Habit - A Montreal Canadiens Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Puck Prose Jul 23, 2022
Trade: Flames Deal Matthew Tkachuk To The Panthers
It seems like the hits just keep coming for the Calgary Flames this off-season and now for the second time in two weeks, the team has lost another 40-goal scorer, this time sending Matthew Tkachuk packing to the Florida Panthers. It almost seemed like the Panthers weren’t going to make any big moves this offseason […] Trade: Flames Deal Matthew Tkachuk To The Panthers - Puck Prose - Puck Prose - NHL
Last Word on Hockey Jul 23, 2022
Matthew Tkachuk Traded
The Calgary Flames and Florida Panthers have completed a blockbuster trade. The Flames have agreed to trade forward Matthew Tkachuk and a conditional fourth-round pick to the Panthers in exchange for Jonathan Huberdeau, MacKenzie Weegar, Cole Schwindt and a 2025 first-round pick. Full trade, per sources: To #FlaPanthers: Matthew Tkachuk (extension in place) To #Flames: […] The post Matthew Tkachuk Traded appeared first on Last Word On Hockey.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel Jul 22, 2022
Florida Panthers acquire young Calgary Flames star Matthew Tkachuk for Jonathan Huberdeau, MacKenzie Weegar and more
Despite a 115-point regular season, Jonathan Huberdeau was held to a goal and four assists in the Panthers' 10 playoff games in 2022. MacKenzie Weegar made a crucial mistake in the playoffs that allowed the Tampa Bay Lightning to score the Game 2 winning goal with 3.8 seconds left.
Matchsticks and Gasoline Jul 22, 2022
BREAKING: Tkachuk Traded To FLA
Photo by Andy Devlin/NHLI via The Calgary Flames has found a trade destination for star winger Matthew Tkachuk. As per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: Matthew Tkachuk traded to FLA— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 23, 2022 The return package is centered around superstar Jonathan Huberdeau and D Mackenzie Weegar. It also includes a 1st Round pick and 21-year-old center Cole Schwindt. Per Friedman again: So, full deal is Tkachuk (signed for 8x$9.5) for Huberdeau, Weegar, Cole Schwindt and a first— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 23, 2022 More to...
Sportsnet.ca Jul 21, 2022
Possible trade destinations for Flames star Matthew Tkachuk
Here is a selection of teams we expect to show interest in Matthew Tkachuk who’s days with the Calgary Flames look to be numbered. The post NHL appeared first on Sportsnet.ca.
The Hockey Writers Jul 21, 2022
Predators Should Target Matthew Tkachuk Despite High Cost
On Wednesday afternoon, a bombshell was dropped in the NHL when Calgary Flames’ forward Matthew Tkachuk‘s name was confirmed to be on the trade market. Despite contract negotiations circulating throughout…
The Hockey Writers Jul 21, 2022
Blue Jackets’ Pursuit of Matthew Tkachuk Hinges on Laine Trade
The Matthew Tkachuk sweepstakes is officially underway. On Wednesday, per a report from the Athletic, Tkachuk told the Flames that he will not be signing a long-term deal in Calgary.…
The Hockey Writers Jul 21, 2022
How the Red Wings Could Add Matthew Tkachuk in Massive Trade
For fans of the Calgary Flames, the 2022 NHL offseason has become a nightmare that never seems to end. After losing star winger Johnny Gaudreau for nothing to the Columbus…
Sportsnet.ca Jul 21, 2022
Which teams are looking to get in on the Matthew Tkachuk sweepstakes?
Eric Francis joins Sportsnet Central to discuss what the Flames are looking to get back in a Matthew Tkachuk deal, which teams are looking to trade for the all-star forward & how the Flames will try to fill in the gaps left by Gaudreau and Tkachuk. The post NHL appeared first on Sportsnet.ca.
