The star player from the Oilers reached Aleksander Barkov in the face with a vicious elbow, and the Panthers' center immediately left the ice.
This scene occurred in the third period of Game #2 of the Stanley Cup Final. Barkov seemed dazed as he exited the ice, watching his teammates maintain the lead and score an empty-net goal to win both games in Florida.
According to reports circulating throughout the NHL, Leon Draisaitl will not be suspended for his hit on Barkov. He received a minor penalty on the play, and the Panthers did not score.
"Don't expect Leon Draisaitl to be suspended for his action towards Aleksander Barkov." - Renaud Lavoie
