What happened: Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy said opponents should be wary of Panthers forward Brady Tkachuk, per a Yahoo Sports report. McAvoy's comments come during the NHL offseason ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Why it matters: The remark adds to rising expectations around Carolina heading into next season. It follows the same Charlie McAvoy who was suspended six games this spring for a slash on Sabres' Zach Benson, keeping his name in the news through the summer.

What to watch: Watch for more offseason storylines as teams build toward training camp for the 2026-27 season.