Cats N Rats Episode 81 — It’s Not Matthew Tkachuk’s Fault; USA Born Players Wanting Out

The host of Cats ‘N’ Rats Podcast (Kirby) along with his co-hosts (Cody & Nick) are here with another episodeThe guys welcome Nich “Banksy” Fairbanks to the podcast to discuss the true story on Matthew Tkachuk departure from Calgary Flames to Florida Panthers; and how he is not to blame for the exodus of American born players from their clubs Also: We go over the differences of Brady Tkachuk departure from Ottawa Senators with his recent return game to Ottawa, along with the Connor Hellebuyck drama (now a member of the New Jersey Devils)Plus: the latest contest giveaway; last chance to win! Listen closely for contest details Make sure to stay tuned in all offseason on exciting CNR contest giveaways!YouTube memberships now available; enroll today! Note: Request Desktop Version if you are on your mobile device having issues signing up as a member. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel as we are producing a lot of content over there. Appreciate all super chat donations to our channel online and offline to keep us independently run. Thumbs up our videos, and on audio platforms please turn automatic downloads onLinktree: https://linktr.ee/kj_lupsThank you for all five star reviews Follow & Subscribe on: Apple, Spotify, YouTube & all major Podcast platformsYouTube: CatsNRatsPodcastInstagram: cats_n_rats_podcastTwitter X: @catsnratspodTwitter X: @KJ_Lups @cms_305 @NJL1888Banksy Twitter X: @prudentia0#FloridaPanthers #NHL #MatthewTkachuk #BradyTkachuk #ConnorHellebuyck #NHLDiscussion #HockeySupport our sponsor CanesWear - @Canes_Wear (Twitter X & Instagram)PANTHERS FEVER IS HERE!ARE U GEARED UP?CANES WEAR IN DAVIE IS THE PLACE FOR ALL YOUR FLORIDA PANTHERS NEEDS. They have the latest gear for our favorite NHL Team! Jerseys, Polos, T-Shirts, Hoodies, Hats & More, CanesWear has you covered. Stop by their store in Davie or PanthersWear.com for all your Panthers Gear! Support our sponsor Jeremy Beckham with Nexthome Treasure Coast—@BeckSellsFla (Twitter X & Instagram)Jeremy Beckham with NextHomeBuying or Selling in South Florida?He answers his own phone …No games No pressure, just real help finding the home where you’ll hang your jersey Call Jeremy now at 772-475-5371Again that’s …772-475-5371Support our new sponsor Palm Beach Autographs @pbautographs (Twitter X) & @palmbeachautographs (Instagram)Today's podcast is sponsored by Palm Beach Autographs. Since 1999, PBA has brought fans face to face with athletes. The Florida Panthers came to PBA's Wellington store to sign after both of their Stanley Cup wins, in 2024 and 2025, and PBA hosts public signings with stars all year long. Shop at palmbeachautographs.com or visit a store in Florida or Nashville