MARCH 5 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
ALEKSANDER BARKOV #16 - CENTER - FLORIDA PANTHERS
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Watch Aleksander Barkov make unreal pass in Florida Panthers win over New York Rangers ‘It wasn’t planned, but it happened.’
Watch: Panthers' Aleksander Barkov goes airborne on juggling assist vs. Rangers Florida Panthers forward Aleksander Barkov raced by defenders, flipped up the puck and bounced it on his blade while going airborne to provi...
MARCH 5 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Plucks pair of apples Barkov notched two assists during Monday's 4-2 win over the Rangers.
Impact Barkov provided two primary assists on both of Sam Reinhart's goals in the second period to take the lead over the Rangers. He added a hit, one shot on goal and a plus-1 rating in 20:35 of ice time. The 28-year old center is now on a three-game point streak, scoring two goals and five assists over that span, and has 62 points in 56 games played. His recent hot streak, consistent production, and strong surrounding cast makes him a reliable contributor in all leagues.
MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE
Three-point night Thursday Barkov scored an even-strength goal and added two assists, one on the power play and one shorthanded, in Thursday's 4-3 shootout win over the Canadiens.
Impact The 28-year-old center also chipped in three shots on net, 11 faceoff wins and a plus-1 rating while converted his shootout attempt in a dominant performance. Barkov has three multi-point efforts in the last nine games, a stretch in which he's collected three goals and 10 points, with half that production (one goal, four assists) coming on the power play.
MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE
Two helpers in Buffalo Barkov notched two assists in Thursday's 4-0 win over the Sabres.
Impact The star center had a hand in setting up both of Carter Verhaeghe's goals on the night. Barkov has a goal and seven points in eight games since returning from a lower-body injury in late January, but he's been able to stay mostly healthy this season, missing only six of the Panthers' 54 contests so far. In his 48 games, he's produced 12 goals and 53 points, keeping him on pace for the third 80-point campaign of his career.
FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Aleksander Barkov went nearly two months without a goal. The Panthers weren't worried Barkov went 18 games without a goal before finding the back of the net Saturday against the Colorado Avalanche.
FEBRUARY 11 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Produces three points in win Barkov picked up one goal and two assists in a 4-0 shutout win over Colorado on Saturday.
Impact After being held scoreless in his last three games, Barkov came alive, getting his first multi-point night since Jan. 6. With the Panthers on the power play in the first period, Barkov shot it at Alexandar Georgiev and Carter Verhaeghe pounced on the rebound and backhanded it into the net. Barkov followed that up with a secondary assist on Sam Reinhart's power-play goal. Halfway through the third period with the Avalanche frantically trying to mount a comeback, Barkov ended all hope when he stole the puck from an Avalanche defender, waited Georgiev out and fired the puck into the back of the net. He added three shots on net and a plus-1 rating in 16:41 TOI.
FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE
Set to play Wednesday Barkov (lower body) took line rushes during warmups, indicating he'll play Wednesday versus the Coyotes, Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site reports.
Impact Barkov was officially a game-time decision, but he was on the likely side of playing after the morning skate. It appears the center will return after a three-game absence. Prior to his injury, he went 13 games without a goal while supplying 17 assists and firing 32 shots on goal in that span.
JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Game-time call Wednesday Barkov (lower body) is likely to play Wednesday, but a final determination will be made during the pregame warmups, coach Paul Maurice told George Richards of Florida Hockey Now.
Impact Barkov served as an extra during Wednesday's morning skate, per Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site, making his potential return Wednesday a bit more surprising. If he does draw into the lineup, Barkov might play alongside Eetu Luostarinen and Sam Reinhart on the top line while Steven Lorentz might serve as a healthy scratch.
JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Out Monday Barkov (lower body) won't play Monday versus the Predators, Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site reports.
Impact It'll be the third game Barkov's missed, as he'll remain in Florida when the Panthers visit the Predators. However, there's some optimism that he'll be ready to go Wednesday at home versus Arizona. The 28-year-old Barkov has 11 goals and 46 points through 40 games this season.
JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE
Not playing Friday Barkov (lower body) won't be in the lineup versus Minnesota on Friday, according to coach Paul Maurice.
Impact This will be the second straight game that Barkov will miss. Anton Lundell will once again take his spot as the No. 1 center between Sam Reinhart and Eetu Luostarinen. The Panthers don't play again until Monday in Nashville and the hope is that Barkov can return to the lineup at that time. Barkov has 11 goals and 46 points in 40 games this season.
JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Game-time decision Friday Barkov (lower body) will be a game-time call against Minnesota on Friday, George Richards of Florida Hockey Now reports.
Impact Barkov could return after missing just one game due to his lower-body issue. While the 28-year-old center is stuck in a 13-game goal drought, he has racked up 17 helpers over that stretch, including eight with the man advantage. If given the all-clear, Barkov figures to rejoin the No. 1 power-play unit in addition to retaking his spot in the top six.
JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE
Out Wednesday Barkov (lower body) will miss Wednesday's game against Detroit.
Impact Barkov's lower-body injury was labeled as minor Monday, per Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site, so the Panthers forward might not be shelved for long. In the meantime, though, Steven Lorentz is projected to draw into the lineup for the first time since Dec. 21 while Anton Lundell is set to serve on the top line, based on Wednesday's practice, Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site reports. Barkov has 11 goals and 46 points in 40 contests this campaign.
JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with lower-body injury Barkov is dealing with a minor lower-body injury, per Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site.
Impact The issue tightened up on Barkov in the third period of Monday's contest against Anaheim, but the Panthers believe he will be available to play Wednesday versus Detroit. Barkov contributed an assist and logged 17:13 of ice time in Monday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Ducks.
JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE
Four helpers in big win Barkov notched four assists, one on the power play, in Saturday's 8-4 win over the Avalanche.
Impact The big center had a helper in every period, including one on Sam Reinhart's game-winner in the third that gave Barkov's linemate a hat trick. While he hasn't scored a goal in nine straight games, Barkov has four multi-point performances in the last seven contests, a stretch in which he's amassed 13 assists.
JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE
Ready to rock Barkov (upper body) will play Saturday against Colorado, according to Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site.
Impact Barkov won't have to miss additional action after leaving Thursday's 4-1 win over Vegas in the first period. He has racked up 11 goals, 39 points, 102 shots on net and 35 hits over 35 contests this campaign.
JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Game-time call Saturday Barkov (upper body) will be a game-time decision for Saturday's matchup with the Avalanche.
Impact Barkov played just 4:54 minutes in Thursday's win over Vegas before he was sidelined. The 28-year-old center has 11 goals and 39 points in 35 games this season. Sam Bennett would likely move up to the top line if Barkov is ultimately unable to suit up.
JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Out for rest of game Barkov (upper body) won't return to Thursday's game versus the Golden Knights.
Impact Barkov took an elbow up high in the first period and won't finish the contest. He saw just 4:54 of ice time prior to his exit. With Evan Rodrigues (lower body) also leaving the game hurt, the Panthers will finish with just 10 forwards, which may prompt a roster move prior to Saturday's game versus the Avalanche.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Ties franchise record Barkov notched three assists, one on the power play, in Friday's 4-3 win over the Rangers.
Impact He had a hand in the first three Florida tallies on the night, and in the process tied Jonathan Huberdeau's record for career assists in a Panthers jersey at 415. Barkov doesn't figure to wait long before claiming the record for himself -- he's delivered multiple points in three straight games, and over the last 15 contests he's collected five goals and 21 points.
DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Reinhart scores twice, Barkov ties assist mark and Panthers top Rangers 4-3
Sam Reinhart scored two goals, Aleksander Barkov tied a franchise career record by collecting three assists, and the Florida Panthers beat the NHL-leading New York Rangers 4-3DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Aleksander Barkov ties Panthers record for career assists, his last major mark to achieve Aleksander Barkov’s domination of the Florida Panthers’ record book is now all but complete.
DECEMBER 30, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Smart offense propels kitties Barkov picked up three assists, including one shorthanded, in a 3-2 win over the Lightning on Wednesday.
Impact He also fired three shots, got a minor penalty and finished plus-3. Barkov has 35 points, including 24 assists, in 31 games. He's climbing the ranks of the assists leaders -- Barkov is now top-25 league-wide. And his plus-17 pushes him into the NHL's top-seven in that stat (he's the best forward on the list). His stature as a perennial Selke candidate remains intact.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Two helpers against Knights Barkov notched two assists, one on the power play, and added four shots on net, four hits, a blocked shot and 10 faceoff wins in Saturday's 4-2 win over Vegas.
Impact One of those faceoff wins went straight back to Gustav Forsling for a second-period goal, and Barkov also set up Sam Reinhart for a third-period tally. Barkov has remained mostly healthy and very productive this season, and over his last 13 games the veteran center has racked up five multi-point performances, leading to five goals and 15 points.
DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Tallies in blowout win Barkov scored a goal on seven shots, added four PIM and logged two hits in Saturday's 5-1 win over the Oilers.
Impact Barkov has scored five times and added four assists over the last eight games, and that's with the Panthers getting shut out twice in that span. The 28-year-old's tally Saturday stretched the lead to 3-0 late in the first period. Barkov has been excellent with 11 goals, 29 points, 85 shots on net, 24 hits, 10 PIM and a plus-19 rating through 27 appearances this season as the Panthers' top center.
DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
