Matthew Tkachuk expresses sadness over Bobrovsky, Rodrigues departures
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 11:16 AM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Matthew Tkachuk of the Florida Panthers shared his feelings about the departures of Sergei Bobrovsky and Evan Rodrigues. After the Panthers opted to part ways with Bobrovsky, who signed with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Tkachuk reflected on Bobrovsky's integral role in the team's recent successes, praising his character and work ethic. Tkachuk also highlighted the impact of Rodrigues, who was traded to the New Jersey Devils. Tkachuk expressed mixed emotions about the lineup changes but looks forward to reuniting with Jacob Markstrom, whom he played with in Calgary.
- •Tkachuk called Bobrovsky the 'backbone' of the Panthers' success.
- •Bobrovsky signed a three-year deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
- •Rodrigues was traded to the New Jersey Devils as part of the deal to acquire Markstrom.
- •Tkachuk expressed excitement about reuniting with Markstrom in Florida.
- •The Panthers won the Stanley Cup in 2024 and 2025 during Bobrovsky's tenure.
- 11:16 AMYahoo Sports — Matthew Tkachuk: Florida Panthers Going to Miss Bobrovsky, Rodrigues
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