Barkov left Game 2 in the second period after a high hit from Leon Draisaitl and had some positive news and signs on Wednesday as he returned to Florida's practice in full. The 28-year-old centre has been the definition of lock-down this offseason and is producing on both ends with his six goals and 19 points in 19 games played. He is expected to be a full go for Game 3 on Thursday in Edmonton.

Barkov left Game 2 in the second period after a high hit from Leon Draisaitl and had some positive news from his head coach Paul Maurice on Tuesday. Maurice announced that the Panthers' captain was progressing and the team will be taking a day-to-day approach as they head into Game 3 on Thursday. A further update should be provided on Wednesday as the team partakes in their regular off-day practices.

Barkov was taken out midway through the second period of Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals after a high hit from Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl with an upper-body injury and did not return to finish the game. Head Coach Paul Maurice could not provide any updates in his post-game press conference for the Panthers' captain. Florida's next game is Thursday and we expect more updates to trickle out as the Panthers return to practice in the upcoming days.

Originally a game-time decision, Barkov will play on Tuesday against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The elite forward has been terrific lately, collecting 12 points (5G / 7A) in his last 10 games, being held off the scoresheet only once.

Barkov's status for Tuesday's game against the Toronto Maple Leafs will be determined closer to puck drop. The elite forward has been terrific lately, collecting 12 points (5G / 7A) in his last 10 games, being held off the scoresheet only once.

Barkov played a season-high 24:26 in his last game on March 16th but suffered an undisclosed injury at some point, and has missed three games since. The 28-year-old Barkov has four points (3G / 1A) in his last six games but has been held off the scoresheet in four.

Barkov played a season-high 24:26 in his last game on March 16th but suffered an undisclosed injury at some point, and has missed three games since. The 28-year-old Barkov has four points (3G / 1A) in his last six games but has been held off the scoresheet in four.

Barkov played a season-high 24:26 in his last game on March 16th, but suffered an undisclosed injury at some point, and will likely miss a second consecutive game on Saturday. The 28-year-old Barkov has four points (3G / 1A) in his last six games but has been held off the scoresheet in four.

Barkov played a season-high 24:26 in the Panthers' last game on March 16th, but suffered an undisclosed injury at some point, which will cause him to miss Thursday's contest against the Nashville Predators. The 28-year-old Barkov has four points (3G / 1A) in his last six games but has been held off the scoresheet in four.

Barkov played a season-high 24:26 in the Panthers' last game on March 16th, but suffered an undisclosed injury at some point, making him questionable for Thursday's contest against the Nashville Predators. The 28-year-old Barkov has four points (3G / 1A) in his last six games but has been held off the scoresheet in four.

Barkov has eight points (3G / 5A) in his last six games and is expected to play on Tuesday against the Dallas Stars. Newcomer Vladimir Tarasenko lined up on the first line with Barkov and Sam Reinhart on Saturday and the trio connected for three even-strength goals.

Barkov has missed the last three games with a lower-body injury and was on a tear before he left the lineup, scoring seven points (0G / 7A) in his last five games. He'll reclaim his usual spot centering the Panthers' first line.

Head coach Paul Maurice expressed that Barkov will likely return to the lineup on Wednesday against the Arizona Coyotes, barring any unforeseen changes. Barkov has missed the last three games with a lower-body injury and was on a tear before he left the lineup, scoring seven points (0G / 7A) in his last five games.

Barkov will miss his third straight game with a lower-body injury when the Panthers travel to Nashville on Monday. Barkov will remain in Florida to get more ice time with the hopes that he'll be back for Wednesday's game vs. the Coyotes.

The positive news for the Panthers is that Barkov will not miss extended time, but he will not be available for Friday's contest against the Minnesota Wild, missing a second straight game due to a lower-body injury. Before his injury, Barkov was producing at a torrid pace, scoring 16 points, all assists, in his last 11 games. Anton Lundell is expected to skate on the top line alongside Sam Reinhart in his absence.

The positive news for the Panthers is that Barkov will not miss extended time, but he will not be available for Wednesday's contest against the Detroit Red Wings due to a lower-body injury. Before his injury, Barkov was producing at a torrid pace, scoring 16 points, all assists, in his last 11 games. Anton Lundell is expected to skate on the top line alongside Sam Reinhart in his absence.