Panthers' Aleksander Barkov: Remains sidelined indefinitely
Barkov (undisclosed) is "not close" to a return, Harvey Fialkov of the Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis:
Barkov has only recently entered the 2-to-3 week timeline for his return, so it now looks like it's going to be closer to three weeks if not more. Hopefully, the team will provide a bit more clarity on when we can expect the 21-year-old Finn back, but until he's healthy, Vincent Trocheck will likely continue to see top-line duties.
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