Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice confirmed that captain Aleksander Barkov will play in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers after being a full participant in practice and centering the top line during the morning skate. Barkov left Game 2 briefly after a hit from Leon Draisaitl, who received no supplemental discipline, while Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse is expected to play despite suffering an injury in the same game. Evander Kane’s status for Game 3 remains uncertain as the series shifts to Edmonton with Florida holding a 2-0 lead.
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Stanley Cup Final: Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov will play in Game 3 vs. Oilers
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