Panthers' Aleksander Barkov: Not expected to play Saturday

Barkov (illness) isn't expected to play Saturday versus St. Louis, according to David Dwork of Local 10 Miami.

Barkov was considered a game-time decision after missing Friday's practice with a non-COVID illness. His absence could result in Eric Staal getting a significant bump in ice time Saturday. Barkov has five goals and 18 points in 19 games this season.