“Hope he’s alright” – Fans pray for Aleksander Barkov as center gets carried off ice after SCARY collision
Aleksander Barkov exits the game early after clashing horribly with Sens center Tim Stutzle.
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Aleksander Barkov [Image Credit: Last Word on Sports/X]
On Thursday, the Florida Panthers not only lost a game against the Ottawa Senators but also their captain Aleksander Barkov. Barkov, often known by ‘Sasha’ clashed right into the boards as he was chasing Sens center Tim Stutzle.
The incident took place during the third period at the Canadian Tire Center where the Senators eventually wrapped up the game with a 3-1 victory. The Panthers were justly worried for their captain as he did not return to the game afterward.
Aleksander Barkov was seen carried away by two of his teammates following the horribly scary collision. There has not been any update following his walk off to the locker room. Manager Paul Maurice said they’ll look into the progress and provide further updates on Barkov’s situation.
He is going to get looked at here tonight, and probably tomorrow as well.
Paul Maurice as per Michael Whitaker of Clutchpoints.
Aleksander Barkov leaves the ice with assistance after being sent into the boards on Tim Stutzle's empty-net goal. pic.twitter.com/wuN8Xnwlob
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) October 11, 2024
Everyone is hoping that his injury was not serious and that the captain will rejoin soon. He’s been a phenomenal figure for the team over the years he’s been playing with them; especially winning the Stanley Cup in 2024.
Fans react on social media following Aleksander Barkov’s injury
The Florida Panthers and their fans are praying for a swift recovery for team captain Aleksander Barkov. Many are wondering if there’s any lower-body injury, but any updates are yet to be revealed.
One X user rightfully noted, “Barkov leaving the ice is worrying — hope he’s alright after that hit!” Another penned, “I’m surprised Stutzle wasn’t the one who stayed down.” Check out more reactions below:
Barkov leaving the ice is worrying—hope he’s alright after that hit!
— Asjjad (@asjjad033) October 11, 2024
i’m surprised stutzle wasn’t the one who stayed down
— Burner (@BurnerWjp) October 11, 2024
Sucks!! Hope it’s a quick recovery
— ?Sleep (@NSleep41) October 11, 2024
That’s actually wild. I thought Stuzle actually went into the boards harder on the replay.
— Freezer (@FreezerOnTop) October 11, 2024
DANG IT
— carli (@carliaclifton) October 11, 2024
Hope he is ok..Happy for the win but he is a great player and no one wants to see that
— Roadcone?????? (@BruceRi81726656) October 11, 2024
Yeah that does not look good at all
— Suleiman Damji (@SullyCanuck87) October 11, 2024
No no no no no no no no
— Dave from Deleno (@daveydonts) October 11, 2024
The Panthers will need their captain on the lineup soon, as they are again planning to compete and win the Stanley Cup for the second time. While they are the current Cup holders, many believe the Ottawa Senators may also be the victors in 2025 with new additions and strategies to the team.
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