Panthers captain Barkov will play in Game 3 after an injury scare in Game 2. Decision follows a 60-plus hours of uncertainty after an elbow to the face by Oilers' Draisaitl.
Coach Maurice confirmed Barkov's return during the team's morning skate, placing him back on the top line with Rodrigues and Reinhart.
Maurice clarified Barkov wasn't kept out as a precautionary measure in Game 2; the decision was unrelated to score or game situation, emphasizing Barkov's return based on his fitness.
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