BREAKING NEWS : : Florida panther center Aleksander Barkov who sign a Contract Extension From 2028-29 Season with the panther, has Reportedly turned down a tempting jaw – Dropping $285.40 Million offer From Pittsburgh penguins to honor his Commitment to finish his (NHL) Career with the…see more…

BREAKING NEWS: Aleksander Barkov Turns Down $285.4 Million Offer From Penguins to Stay a Panther

 In a stunning twist that’s sending shockwaves through the hockey world, reports have surfaced that Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov has rejected a jaw-dropping $285.4 million offer from the Pittsburgh Penguins, choosing instead to honor his long-term commitment to the team that drafted him.

According to sources close to the situation, the Penguins’ offer—which would have made Barkov the highest-paid player in NHL history by a wide margin—was presented shortly after the Panthers announced his contract extension beginning in the 2028–29 season. The 30-year-old center reportedly didn’t hesitate in turning down the deal, reaffirming his desire to finish his career in South Florida.

“Loyalty means something to me,” Barkov was quoted as saying. “This organization believed in me from day one. I want to bring more championships to the Panthers, not chase money somewhere else.”

The rumored offer from Pittsburgh, believed to include unprecedented performance bonuses and franchise incentives, was described by insiders as “tempting enough to make anyone think twice”. But Barkov’s decision to stay has only deepened his reputation as one of the NHL’s most respected and grounded stars.

Panthers GM Bill Zito praised his captain’s loyalty, saying:

“Sasha is the heart and soul of this team. What he’s done for this franchise on and off the ice is something that can’t be measured in dollars.”

Barkov, who has already cemented his legacy as the best player in Panthers history, remains focused on bringing another Stanley Cup to Florida after their recent championship success. Fans flooded social media with praise, calling him “the definition of loyalty in modern sports.”

Whether this blockbuster offer ever becomes officially confirmed or remains part of NHL legend, one thing is clear: Aleksander Barkov is—and intends to remain—a Panther for life.