Tkachuk's 'Upgrade' Jab Ignites Battle of Florida at Olympics
Matthew Tkachuk wastes no time stirring the pot overseas, calling Florida teammate Sam Bennett an "upgrade" for Team Canada over injured Tampa Bay center Anthony Cirelli. The Panthers pest, fresh off IR and now an alternate captain for Team USA alongside brother Brady, clearly hasn't forgotten the Sunshine State's blood feud that racked up 167 penalty minutes in their final NHL clash before the break.
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