Panthers’ Barkov won’t play vs. Predators with lower-body injury

The Florida Panthers will be without Aleksander Barkov with the captain ruled out against the Nashville Predators after not taking part in pre-game warmups.

Barkov was considered a game-time decision after missing the last couple of practices with a lower-body injury.

Head coach Paul Maurice told reporters that the medical team would make the final decision on his availability.

The 28-year-old has 18 goals and 66 points in 62 games this season for Florida.