Paul Maurice drops a crucial update on Aleksander Barkov's injury status
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Tom Banks
Jun 11, 2024 (6:03 PM)
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Photo credit: MSN
Aleksander Barkov took a major hit from Leon Draisaitl in game two, and with fears he could miss time, Head Coach Paul Maurice has given a major update.
Game Two was another dominant performance from the Florida Panthers, and despite the slow start, they finished strong, with an empty-net goal securing a 4-1 victory. After getting down, the Oilers changed up their play style, instead going after Florida's biggest star, with this hit from Leon Draisaitl highlighting their disgusting play.
After review, Leon Draisaitl received a two minute minor for roughing on this play
Barkov would not return to the game, and now, Head Coach Paul Maurice has given this update on his captain, who is in danger of missing some time in this series.
Maurice on Barkov's status today: "He wasn't worse, so that's a really good thing. The real assessment will be tomorrow."
He adds that if Barkov continues to make good progress they should be in "good shape."
He adds that if Barkov continues to make good progress they should be in "good shape."
Maurice didn't have an exact update on Barkov's situation, instead revealing that the off-days between games will be crucial to his status moving forward. If he can indeed improve, it appears he could tough it out for Game Three and beyond, and with two key games in Edmonton, they will need all hands on deck if they are to clinch their first Stanley Cup in franchise history.
Source: Hockey Patrol
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