Panthers’ Matthew Tkachuk out for game vs. Capitals with undisclosed injury

Matthew Tkachuk has been ruled out of the Panthers’ game on Saturday against Washington, head coach Paul Maurice confirmed at the morning skate.

Tkachuk sustained an undisclosed injury in Thursday’s 1-0 loss to Carolina, leaving the game during the first period after a hit along the boards. The team has listed his status as day-to-day.

The 26-year-old American has 20 goals and 65 points for the Panthers (37-16-4), who are just two points back of the Bruins for top spot in the Eastern Conference and have a game in hand.

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