The Florida Panthers have just secured their second consecutive Stanley Cup and are now setting their sights on a potential dynasty. Their recent re-signings of Aaron Ekblad, Sam Bennett — and surprisingly, Brad Marchand — have only fueled the conversation. Now, Matthew Tkachuk’s reaction to the re-signing of Marchand is going viral.
Brad Marchand proved to be a crucial addition to the Panthers after they traded for him in March. He scored in six games during the finals and ended the postseason with an impressive 20 goals in 23 games.
Start of a dynasty
With back-to-back Stanley Cup victories, fans and analysts alike are starting to wonder if the Panthers are becoming a modern NHL dynasty. The speculation only intensified last night, when the team announced they had successfully re-signed Ekblad, Bennett, and Marchand.
Matthew Tkachuk’s perfect reaction
Marchand’s new contract is worth $32 million and runs through 2031 — keeping him with the team until he’s 43. One of the most excited reactions came from his new teammate and close friend, Matthew Tkachuk. Taking to Instagram, Tkachuk celebrated Marchand’s new deal with a playful post:
“OMG it’s happening!” he wrote, later sharing a photo of himself and Marchand celebrating in a pool after their Cup win.
You can see his reaction below.
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