Brady Tkachuk: Trade 'wasn't about' Matthew (opens original article in a new tab)

Brady Tkachuk stated that his trade to the Florida Panthers was motivated by the team's success rather than the opportunity to play with his brother Matthew, who was already with the Panthers. The trade saw the Ottawa Senators receive multiple draft picks in exchange for the 26-year-old captain.

• Brady Tkachuk denied that playing with his brother Matthew was the main reason for his trade to the Florida Panthers
• Tkachuk cited the Panthers' success and championship potential as the primary factor in his decision
• The trade involved the Ottawa Senators receiving three first-round picks and a second-rounder in exchange for Tkachuk