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Barkov Back, Panthers Ready to Roar | Florida Panthers News
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- Aug 26, 2026
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- 108
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Summary
Sasha Barkov is back at full strength, leading the Florida Panthers into a championship-caliber season after a brutal knee injury sidelined him last year. Despite missing the entire 2023-24 campaign, he returned to action for Finland in the IIHF World Championship, scoring three goals and eleven points as they won gold — proving he hadn’t missed a beat. NHL Network ranks him fifth among centers, down just one spot from last year, while stars like Auston Matthews hail him as the game’s premier two-way forward. With three Selke Trophies, Stanley Cup captaincy, and elite defensive instincts, Barkov’s return makes the Panthers a serious title threat — and teammates like Sam Bennett call him the heart and soul of the team. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/202d4c099977ecd8