Florida Panthers Star Injured During Game 3

Tensions rose as the Panthers' captain, Aleksander Barkov, exited the game during the first period after an initially harmless-looking collision.

Regrettably, Barkov's playing time was limited to a mere 3 minutes and 51 seconds. He remained absent for the final 7 minutes and 4 seconds and would not make a comeback. Nevertheless, the Panthers showcased unwavering resilience, securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory and extending their impressive series lead to 3-0.

With their commanding performance, the Panthers seem increasingly destined to sweep their way into the Stanley Cup finals.

In a moment of levity amid concerns, coach Paul Maurice lightened the mood when questioned about Barkov's condition, jokingly commenting, "He was at a bar mitzvah, and his neighbor threw... well, let's just say, a bar mitzvah."