Elliotte Friedman provides massive update on Aleksander Barkov's health
Aleksander Barkov suffered a scary-looking injury in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals after a hit by Leon Draisaitl and today insider Elliotte Friedman gave an update.
Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals could have a major impact on the outcome of the Stanley Cup Finals. Despite winning Game 2 the Panthers lost their captain Aleksander Barkov due to an injury on a hit to the head by Leon Draisaitl.
Leon Draisaitl elbowed Aleksander Barkov directly in the face, it's the main point of contact.
This hit has led to speculation about whether or no Aleksander Barkov will be available for Game 3. He missed the rest of the game and has not practice since then. However, today a report from Elliotte Friedman has confirmed he was a full participant in practice.
Per @GeorgeRichards and @JamesonCoop
Aleksander Barkov is practising today with the Panthers. They fly to Edmonton this afternoon
Aleksander Barkov is practising today with the Panthers. They fly to Edmonton this afternoon
With Game 3 coming tomorrow night there is still time for circumstances to change. At the moment it looks like Aleksander Barkov will be back in the lineup for Game 3. As the game comes closer we will continue to update this situation.
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