The Panthers’ Finnish captain experienced a tasty surprise.
Alexander Barkovi rained on Monday. AOP / USA Today Sports
The season is still in progress but Alexander Barkov29, has already received the first personal prizes.
On Monday, the Florida Panthers’ Finnish captain was declared the winner of the prestigious Frank J. Selink in the season 2024-25. This is the best defensive striker’s prize, which Barkov has now won for the third time.
Barkov’s challengers were a teammate Sam Reinhart and Tampa Bay Lightning Anthony Cirellibut the winner eventually settled with a clear difference. Barkov got 96 number one in the vote, while Reinhart and Cirelli had to settle for 29.
The Finn was also rewarded with the King Clancy Memorial trophy, given to a player who has performed leadership and worked for the community.
The matter dawned at the Panthers team meeting, where children were invited to tell a surprise news in Barkov. You can watch the situation in the video below.
Before Barkovia King Clancy Memorial has gone from Finnish players Saku for birch (2006-07) and Pekka to Rinte (2020-21).
Florida will face the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup finals on the night before Thursday.