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The Florida Panthers captain, Sasha Barkov, is making progress in his recovery from major knee surgery. Hes expected to join team practices in February, but will start in a non-contact role. The team is targeting his return in late March, six months post-surgery, which is ahead of the usual recovery time. Despite a solid win over Toronto, the Panthers are still eight points out of the playoff spot with twenty-four games left. Barkov remains positive, viewing the downtime as a chance to recharge. The team faces cap challenges with his three million eight hundred thousand dollar hit, but medical clearance will prioritize his long-term health. The Panthers host Buffalo tonight at seven p.m. Eastern.

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