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  • Panthers’ Matthew Tkachuck ‘grateful to be an American’ as team celebrates Stanley Cup title with Trump

    Panthers’ Matthew Tkachuck ‘grateful to be an American’ as team celebrates Stanley Cup title with Trump

    Florida Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk had a proud American moment at the White House on Monday as he and his team celebrated their Stanley Cup victory with President Donald Trump.

    Tkachuk, who was one of six Americans on the championship-winning roster last season, was able to address the president during the celebration.

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    President Donald Trump, left, shakes hands with Matthew Tkachuk during a ceremony with the Florida Panthers NHL hockey team to celebrate their 2024 Stanley Cup victory in the East Room of the White House on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

    “Thank you, Mr. President, for having us today. We greatly appreciate it. Being one of the few Americans, who loves this country so much, it’s such an incredible day for myself. You wake up every day really grateful to be an American. So, thank you,” he said.

    Tkachuk then told the president about how special the group of men behind him are. Florida appeared in the Stanley Cup Final for the second consecutive time last season and were able to finally get over the hump and win the trophy for the first time in franchise history.

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    Trump with Panthers players

    President Donald Trump, center, poses for a photo with Aleksander Barkov, left, and Matthew Tkachuk with a jersey and a hockey stick during a ceremony with the Florida Panthers NHL hockey team to celebrate their 2024 Stanley Cup win, in the East Room of the White House on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

    “This team and this group of guys is special,” he added. “Everybody sees what we do on the ice, but I’ve built bonds with these guys that I’ll have for the rest of my life. I’m forever grateful for these guys. We’re forever champs, and I’ll always remember these guys.”

    Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov presented the president with a golden hockey stick and a Panthers sweater that read Trump and No. 47 on the back of it. Trump carried the stick out of the room as he and the team moved to the next event.

    The Panthers acquired Tkachuk in a trade with the Calgary Flames before the 2022-23 season, and he has helped elevate Florida ever since.

    Trump holds a gold hockey stick

    President Donald Trump, center, holds a hockey stick before he poses for a photo with Aleksander Barkov, left, and Matthew Tkachuk during a ceremony with the Florida Panthers NHL hockey team to celebrate their 2024 Stanley Cup win, in the East Room of the White House on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

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    Tkachuk has 18 goals and 32 assists this season. Florida is back on top of the Atlantic Division with a 32-19-2 record.

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    Ryan Gaydos is a senior editor for Fox News Digital.

  • ‘I Will Forever Be Grateful’: Jasleen Royal Shares Onstage Moment With Chris Martin at Coldplay’s Mumbai Concert Despite Fan Criticism

    ‘I Will Forever Be Grateful’: Jasleen Royal Shares Onstage Moment With Chris Martin at Coldplay’s Mumbai Concert Despite Fan Criticism

    Coldplay’s Mumbai concerts on January 18, 19 and 21 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai were met with overwhelming love and appreciation from concertgoers. However, one of the most talked-about aspects was the opening set by Indian artiste Jasleen Royal, which received significant criticism. Attendees labelled her performance as ‘mediocre’, ‘pathetic’, and ‘unbearable’. Despite the backlash, Jasleen had a memorable moment when she performed with Coldplay’s frontman, Chris Martin. Taking to social media, Jasleen expressed her gratitude despite the mixed reactions, saying, “Thank you for everything @coldplay. To Chris, Guy, Jonny, Will and Phil, I will forever be grateful.” She shared a picture of her onstage moment with Chris Martin, where the two are seen in a warm embrace. Coldplay India Tour 2025: Jasleen Royal Trolled After Her Performance at ‘Music of the Spheres’ Mumbai Concert, Netizens Call ‘Heeriye’ Singer ‘Mediocre’.

    Jasleen Royal & Chris Martin at Coldplay Mumbai Concert

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