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Panthers Fall to Senators as Brady Tkachuk Returns
Brady Tkachuk scores in return to Ottawa as Panthers lose to Senators.
In brief
Brady Tkachuk scores in return to Ottawa as Panthers lose to Senators. Florida Panthers lost to Ottawa Senators after Brady Tkachuk scored in his return to the team's former home. Originally reported by Florida Panthers On SI.
Panthers Start Season
Florida Panthers began the 2026-27 season with a 5-3-2 record after 10 games.
Brady Tkachuk's Return
Brady Tkachuk returned to Ottawa after eight years with a goal in his first game.
Tkachuk's Performance
Brady Tkachuk scored in his return game after a strong week with 18 goals in three wins.
Panthers' Offensive Struggle
Panthers struggled with offensive zone pressure, going without a shot for the first ten minutes.
Tkachuk's Assist
Matthew Tkachuk had the primary assist on his brother's goal, now with a point in nine straight games.
Ottawa Crowd Reaction
A hostile crowd of 17,010 in Ottawa watched a video tribute to Brady Tkachuk.
Penalty Minutes
The game combined for 84 penalty minutes, including 12 roughing calls and four fighting majors.
Goaltending Issues
Ottawa's backup goaltender Samuel Ersson allowed 11 goals in two starts with Panthers firing just one shot.
Cooper Black's Debut
Cooper Black, the Panthers' rookie goaltender, will become the tallest goalie in NHL history at 6-foot-8.
The headline
Florida Panthers lost to Ottawa Senators after Brady Tkachuk scored in his return to the team's former home.
