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Matthew Tkachuk Says He and Wife Ellie Are Expecting Their First Child

He revealed the news on Sean Hannity’s podcast after winning Olympic gold with Team USA.

Overview

  • The Florida Panthers forward announced the pregnancy during an appearance on the Hang Out with Sean Hannity podcast.
  • The couple said they will not learn the baby's sex before birth, calling it an old-school approach.
  • Tkachuk expressed hopes to have a son at some point and said he is excited for youth hockey road trips and community.
  • He added that he plans to get the child on the ice as soon as they can stand, saying he will lace them up and carry them around.
  • The announcement follows a high-profile stretch that includes Olympic gold in Milan and two Stanley Cup titles, while some online reactions criticized his remarks as sexist.