Statement from Florida Panthers Dale Tallon on IIHF World Championship

Regarding Aleksander Barkov

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By NHL.com @NHLdotcom

Statement from Florida Panthers President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Dale Tallon on The IIHF World Championship:

"After careful consideration, the Panthers have declined an invitation from Team Finland for Aleksander Barkov to play at the 2019 IIHF World Championship. Sasha played heavy minutes and persevered through nagging injuries last season and we've determined that it's essential for him to use this summer to heal."

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