Aleksander Barkov exited Game 2 against the Tampa Bay Lightning after a collision with Brandon Hagel, casting a shadow over Florida's 2-0 victory and their 2-0 series lead. Hagel received a five-minute major for interference, a decision disputed by the Lightning's coach. The Panthers now face uncertainty regarding Barkov's availability for Game 3.
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