Barkov Exits Game With Head Injury

Aleksander Barkov Injured in Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final

Barkov Exits Game with Head Injury

Aleksander Barkov, the 28-year-old center for the Florida Panthers, left Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final on Monday night with a head injury. Barkov took a high hit from an opponent and was unable to continue playing.

Injury Timeline

Barkov was injured in the third period of the game with his team trailing 4-2. He was helped off the ice and did not return. The Panthers announced after the game that Barkov was being evaluated for a head injury.

Player Profile

Barkov is a key player for the Panthers. He is a two-time All-Star and has led the team in scoring in each of the past three seasons. He was also named the NHL's Lady Byng Trophy winner in 2018-19 for his sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct.