It’s been a good while since the Florida Panthers have played on Hockey Night in Canada (Saturday night). It’s also been a while since Barkov has appeared in the spotlight, something players in South Florida so desperately lack.
But unlike some players – who either crack or go ghost in prime time – Barkov takes the chance and puts on a show. No matter where he’s playing, at what time or who he may be playing against, Barkov is always ready to pour 150%+ out on the ice.
His play against the Leafs exemplified just that, as he propelled the Panthers to a 4-3 overtime victory, sealing his first career NHL hat trick.