The Florida Panthers are actively involved in the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament, with a league-high eight players representing their respective countries, including team stars Matthew Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov. This tournament is significant as it marks the first time NHL players have participated in international competitions since 2016. Notably, the Panthers are the only NHL team with players on every participating team, showcasing the team's depth. As coach Paul Maurice noted, the returning players will bring a positive energy back to the team, highlighting the importance of representing their nations.
"I'm not cheering for anybody, because somebody's winning. I know that for a fact," Panthers coach Paul Maurice said. "There's a group of guys coming back in a really good mood."
"I haven't had the opportunity in nine years to do this," said Tkachuk, expressing his enthusiasm about participating in the international tournament for the first time since 2016.
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