ESPN CONFIRMED: Just In Florida Panthers Star player Aleksander Barkov has been banned indefinitely from game activities as he tested positive of…………

In breaking news, ESPN has confirmed that Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov has been banned indefinitely from all team activities after testing positive for a prohibited substance.

The announcement came early this morning via an official statement from the NHL, which said Barkov’s test revealed the presence of a banned performance-enhancing drug during routine league testing.

“Effective immediately, Aleksander Barkov is suspended from all games and team activities pending further investigation,” the statement read. “The NHL maintains a strict anti-doping policy to ensure fairness and player safety.”

The Florida Panthers also issued a brief response, expressing shock at the news.

> “We are aware of the league’s decision regarding Aleksander Barkov,” the team’s release said. “We will fully cooperate with the NHL’s investigation. At this time, our priority is gathering more information.”

Barkov, 29, is widely regarded as one of the league’s elite two-way centers. He captained the Panthers to the Stanley Cup Final last season and has been instrumental in their success this year.

The NHL Players’ Association has yet to release a statement, but sources indicate Barkov will have the opportunity to appeal the decision.

More details are expected in the coming days as the investigation unfolds.