Flames' Tkachuk becomes 1st NHLer to release NFT

Calgary Flames forward Matthew Tkachuk became the first NHLer to release a minted non-fungible token (NFT) - a piece of digital memorabilia that's taken the sports world by storm largely due to the success of NBA Top Shot.

He explained the idea on Twitter:

Excited to try this out and release a special 1/1 NFT - a first for our great sport! Most importantly 100% of the proceeds will be donated to @ACHFKids and @STLChildrens! Check it out on @mintable_app - thanks to @marvelgd for the design. Auction ends April 1. Link in my replies! pic.twitter.com/gleKasoKHH

- Matthew Tkachuk (@TKACHUKycheese_) March 26, 2021

The starting bid on the collectible was set at just over $5,100. All proceeds will be donated to children's hospitals in Calgary and St. Louis, the latter of which is Tkachuk's hometown.

The winning bidder will also receive an autographed stick, jersey, and virtual meet-and-greet with Tkachuk.

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