Barky is the best 200 foot center in the league right now.. Skating, Scoring, Defense, Playmaking, Strength on the puck, Leadership and in the face off zone.. he does it all..
People seem to underestimate how pivotal Barkov is to the franchise getting to where they are now. They think Tkachuk is the reason for their Stanley Cup win but since 93' the Panthers have only been to 10 playoffs and 3 SCFs. Barkov took them to 6/10 playoffs and 2/3 SCFs and lead them to winning one. Barkov and Tkachuk were tied with 22 points but Barkov has to play on the PK and PP while being on the 1st line creating offense and turning defense into offense. Barkov had more goals than Tkaclutch, had a SHGs, and the most GWGs of all the Panthers. People also forget whoever is on Barkov's line tends to have their best season. Huberdeau with 113 points. Tkachuk with 109 points. Reinhart with back to back 40 goal seasons and a career high 57 with the most ppg. Dadonov with a 70 point season. Barkov also is capable of being a 40 goal scorer but instead Jagr helped him become a complete 200 ft player without having to lose his offensive prowess. If you compare Bergeron to Barkov , Barkov is the bigger threat and more dangerous player. Barkov plays a defensive game as good as Bergeron locking down all the leagues top scorers while averaging a ppg. He's heavy on the puck, has afterburners he can turn on with his long strides that left Mcdavid in the rearview, and uses a drying pole sized stick with handles like weaving string through a needled. Holding Art Ross's winner Kucherov to 0 goals, top 5 in scoring Pastrnak to one or two goals in 6 games, held the top 4 scorer Panarin to 1 goal while also locking down Fox, Zibanejed, and Kreider to maybe 2 goals IF that between them, and finally holding the best offensive player in the World to 0 points in 4 games including the most important game. Draisatl no goals, Hyman 1 goal, RNH 2 goals, and Bouchard no goals. I know it takes s full team to win. But Barky led them and never gave up.
All facts, no glazing👆 couldn't have said better! Unselfish leader, who made the whole team feel equal and play for each other. Also great work from GM Zito. Picking the final missing pieces to the team and hiring the smartest, the most thoughtful and the greatest motivational speaker in NHL as their headcoach. I think Paul Maurice's style of coaching is a perfect compliment to Barkov's lead by example type of leadership. All around perfect team, with health and all the final additions on their side this year.🏆
Jagr didn't turn him into a 200ft player lol, Jagr barely backchecked in his prime. He gave Barkov tips on conditioning and strength training so he'd be unstoppable with the puck but the rest is all Sasha.
@@DrZaius Barkov came into the league as an offensive threat. An extremely good and elusive power forward. If he continued the way he was playing without Jagr, Gallant, and Quennville's coaching and advice he would be a 30-50 goal scorer and his play would most likely be crashing the net instead of the 2-1-2 man forecheck behind the net/overload hybrid we see Barkov and Reinhart play. If a legend and one of the greatest scorers gives you advice on how to condition, strengthen, stick handle, and play a more complete game than that person should be credited to do so. Barkov credits Jagr for the change in his game. I believe he's the most complete forward in the league. Yes Mcdavid, Draisatl, Pastrnak, Panarin, MacKinnon etc are all great players and constantly at the top of the league in points plus electric to watch but I prefer watching Barkov do what he does while locking down the top players.
Barkov came into the league as a defensive forward didnt find his true offensive potential till Jagr came and showed him how to use his frame. Barkov then found his true scoring potential after that while also being a defensive phenom@@paulgarcia9181
@@DrZaiusnot jagrs playstyle but the off ice and on ice example and professionalism was a very good examples how to be a great player day after day and work hard to be at the best when the puck drops. I think this is something barkov mentioned how impressed by jagr. I can see barkov playing at age 40+ if his routines and preparation is this level
Great compilation why he is two-time Selke winner. Even Conn Smythe would've not been injustice, because if you imagine Panthers without him they couldn't stand a chance to proceed to the finals. He is so big asset for the franchise and makes every team mate around him better players. After all he won the one trophy that really matters and it's the Stanley Cup!
Barkov deserved the Conn Smythe. He faced off directly against the star players of teams like Kuch, Pasta, and Panarin etc. In the first three Florida series the star players of the other team combined for a whopping 1 goal while Barkov was on the ice. In three series. The Oilers knew he was shutting them down too that’s why Dry Saddle left his skates trying to injure him. Coincidence that immediately after that happened the Oilers win 3 games and McDavid is scoring far more? Idk you decide.
Him or Bob for sure. Those two are major reasons why mcdavid didn’t score the last game when it really counted. And being the opposite of clutch doesn’t make a conn smythe winner in my opinion. But unfortunately we’re in the McDickriding era
@@Spirited_skiing McDavid is an offensive phenomenon, one of the best offensive players ever. There’s so much more to Hockey than offense. When I’m judging who’s the best players I think about all around complete game and who can do it all. Guys like Datsyuk, Crosby, Toews etc. it seems like so many people see point totals and immediately think this guys the best! He scored this many points! It’s not all about points. It’s about your 200ft contribution
Huge respect for McDavid he gave everything for his team. But this was Barkov's year (could've been Bobby too without the few rough losses in the finals). But as per usual the voters are blinded by points that were put up against arguably the lesser competition in the west. Barkov fully shut down Kuch, Pasta and Panarin all top 10 scorers. And then kept McDavid off the scoresheet in the games they won in the finals. And put up point per game avg with all the defensive responsibilities. This just feels like a consolation prize now, like if this was the last chance for McDavid at the end of his career. I'm sure McDavid will get the conn smythe in the future as a Stanley Cup winner, this one was Barkys.
Hands down, the best player in the league. Sure, he may not be #1 offensive player, but it is not just about the offense. He posts an almost point per game offensive production, while being the top defensive forward in the game. And, on top of that, he is a true captain, on and off the ice.
@@dazdavis7896 He is better than both of these guys. You saw him shut down top Oilers players during the series. Sure, his offensive upside is not as great as McDavid's but he has the defensive dimension that neither of them has.
It's about time this man got the shine and recognition he deserves, complimentary to his recent Stanley Cup win. Congratulations to my Florida Panthers. He's my Captain, and one of the best if not the best Center in the NHL. He is the face of the Panthers no questions about it. Phenomenal all around player head to toe. 1000%. 1
As a Finn, I'm so happy for Barkov for winning the cup. He sure earned it. I love the way he play and he is the real gentleman in the rink. Last time I felt someone has earned the cup was Selänne, when he achieved it with the Ducks.
look at how many times he steals the puck and either scores or sets up his teammates for the score. He's going to win the Selke every year til he retires! Also has great faceoff percentage.
It was travesty they gave it to Bergeron instead of Barkov the couple last years, the only reason was name recognition and NA arrogance to pass Barkov who had superior performances compared to Bergeron in his decline.
Best 2 way player in the league right now honestly, I am a panthers fan but I don’t try and hold any bias towards the players. He’s just really that good, glad mcdavid won the smythe though, dude makes hockey look so easy
Barkov was put to shut down Kuch, Pasta, Panarin and McDavid. 4 out of 5 of the top point scorers in the regular season, only MacKinnon is missing. Barkov came out winning every time, he should have won Con Smythe.
Agree completely. McDavid had more highlight reel plays, but Barkov had the tougher assignment, expected to provide offense while limiting the NHL's best.
I cant believe at one point "fans" wanted his captaincy stripped and given to Tkachuk. Only after Tkachuk addressed it and said he's biggest reason for the teams success did people shut up.
I would say Barkov is only little bit slower than McDavid (one skating in finals wasn't fair because McDavid was long on the ice and Barkov was fresh). Stick handling is datsjuk level or better, defence is the best in the league and assist are magical also. Playing style is also different when Barkov thinks defence first, and McDavid is mostly scoring first.
All our opinions aside, Gretzky said Sasha is the best defensive forward since Trottier (over 40+ years ago). I think that settles any discussion about his worth.
Should won Conn Smythe, it was terrible decision to give throphy to McD he was good but it was not enough to win the cup. Barkov plays were pivotable to win the cup.
Reinhart learned from Huberdeau's mistakes. Don't go thinking you're that guy and go chase the money, when you're simply a product of someone else's excellency.
Reino is a good player, that's why he's given responsibility on both ends of the ice. Barkov and him are similar in a number of ways, and the captain turns him elite. Credit to Zito, too.
Он - финн до мозга костей. Родился в Финляндии, прошёл всю дорогу от академии до взрослого клуба в Финляндии, гордо представляет Финляндию в международных соревнованиях. Да, у него родители - россияне и он может говорить по-русски. Но он - финн.
Still can’t believe Reinhart blew up for 57 goals last year. He’s been like a 30 goal scorer, looks like he’s hit his peak now. His rating better jump up in NHL 25 from the 90 he was last year I don’t have it yet I’ll get it in the next couple days.
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Shuts down nhl superstars and plays point per game at the same time. Best all around player in the world.
He is literally over point per game last 4 seasons
Barkov is better than McDavid. He does so many things on the ice that don't show in stats. Best all around player indeed.
Ive been saying this for so long. He is the most complete player in the league.
People who know hockey know this as truth
I,m Finnish but Barkov is not better Then McDavid. Let,s all cool down. Barky is top 5 Center and Best 200 foot player but better than Mc jeesus. No
Barky is the best 200 foot center in the league right now.. Skating, Scoring, Defense, Playmaking, Strength on the puck, Leadership and in the face off zone.. he does it all..
As a Finn from Tampere, really proud. Just a wholesome hockey player, no weaknesses.
No, that’s Nate Mack.
I can't imagine Florida Panthers without Sasha.
He's a good capatin and also a talented hockey player.
true athletic!
Barky came to do what OJ couldnt , and im not downplaying anything he did in NHL🤜🏻
@@timitri8 No kidding. I'm pretty sure that guy was playing football.
@@DiktatrSquid Noo brother , I was talking about Olli Jokinen :D
People seem to underestimate how pivotal Barkov is to the franchise getting to where they are now. They think Tkachuk is the reason for their Stanley Cup win but since 93' the Panthers have only been to 10 playoffs and 3 SCFs. Barkov took them to 6/10 playoffs and 2/3 SCFs and lead them to winning one. Barkov and Tkachuk were tied with 22 points but Barkov has to play on the PK and PP while being on the 1st line creating offense and turning defense into offense. Barkov had more goals than Tkaclutch, had a SHGs, and the most GWGs of all the Panthers. People also forget whoever is on Barkov's line tends to have their best season. Huberdeau with 113 points. Tkachuk with 109 points. Reinhart with back to back 40 goal seasons and a career high 57 with the most ppg. Dadonov with a 70 point season. Barkov also is capable of being a 40 goal scorer but instead Jagr helped him become a complete 200 ft player without having to lose his offensive prowess. If you compare Bergeron to Barkov , Barkov is the bigger threat and more dangerous player. Barkov plays a defensive game as good as Bergeron locking down all the leagues top scorers while averaging a ppg. He's heavy on the puck, has afterburners he can turn on with his long strides that left Mcdavid in the rearview, and uses a drying pole sized stick with handles like weaving string through a needled. Holding Art Ross's winner Kucherov to 0 goals, top 5 in scoring Pastrnak to one or two goals in 6 games, held the top 4 scorer Panarin to 1 goal while also locking down Fox, Zibanejed, and Kreider to maybe 2 goals IF that between them, and finally holding the best offensive player in the World to 0 points in 4 games including the most important game. Draisatl no goals, Hyman 1 goal, RNH 2 goals, and Bouchard no goals. I know it takes s full team to win. But Barky led them and never gave up.
All facts, no glazing👆 couldn't have said better! Unselfish leader, who made the whole team feel equal and play for each other. Also great work from GM Zito. Picking the final missing pieces to the team and hiring the smartest, the most thoughtful and the greatest motivational speaker in NHL as their headcoach. I think Paul Maurice's style of coaching is a perfect compliment to Barkov's lead by example type of leadership. All around perfect team, with health and all the final additions on their side this year.🏆
Jagr didn't turn him into a 200ft player lol, Jagr barely backchecked in his prime. He gave Barkov tips on conditioning and strength training so he'd be unstoppable with the puck but the rest is all Sasha.
@@DrZaius Barkov came into the league as an offensive threat. An extremely good and elusive power forward. If he continued the way he was playing without Jagr, Gallant, and Quennville's coaching and advice he would be a 30-50 goal scorer and his play would most likely be crashing the net instead of the 2-1-2 man forecheck behind the net/overload hybrid we see Barkov and Reinhart play. If a legend and one of the greatest scorers gives you advice on how to condition, strengthen, stick handle, and play a more complete game than that person should be credited to do so. Barkov credits Jagr for the change in his game. I believe he's the most complete forward in the league. Yes Mcdavid, Draisatl, Pastrnak, Panarin, MacKinnon etc are all great players and constantly at the top of the league in points plus electric to watch but I prefer watching Barkov do what he does while locking down the top players.
Barkov came into the league as a defensive forward didnt find his true offensive potential till Jagr came and showed him how to use his frame. Barkov then found his true scoring potential after that while also being a defensive phenom@@paulgarcia9181
@@DrZaiusnot jagrs playstyle but the off ice and on ice example and professionalism was a very good examples how to be a great player day after day and work hard to be at the best when the puck drops. I think this is something barkov mentioned how impressed by jagr. I can see barkov playing at age 40+ if his routines and preparation is this level
Barkov is a leader and real captain.
He wanted to win game 7 so much that his fo% was 83.3
That's an insane stat lol
Okie's was 100% lol
Barkov is not beter than david but he is no worse
Barkov has a cup
David none
Barkov deserved the con Smythe, he played such good defense for us and played great on offense.
Great compilation why he is two-time Selke winner. Even Conn Smythe would've not been injustice, because if you imagine Panthers without him they couldn't stand a chance to proceed to the finals. He is so big asset for the franchise and makes every team mate around him better players. After all he won the one trophy that really matters and it's the Stanley Cup!
Barkov deserved the Conn Smythe. He faced off directly against the star players of teams like Kuch, Pasta, and Panarin etc. In the first three Florida series the star players of the other team combined for a whopping 1 goal while Barkov was on the ice. In three series. The Oilers knew he was shutting them down too that’s why Dry Saddle left his skates trying to injure him. Coincidence that immediately after that happened the Oilers win 3 games and McDavid is scoring far more? Idk you decide.
Him or Bob for sure. Those two are major reasons why mcdavid didn’t score the last game when it really counted. And being the opposite of clutch doesn’t make a conn smythe winner in my opinion.
But unfortunately we’re in the McDickriding era
@@Spirited_skiing McDavid is an offensive phenomenon, one of the best offensive players ever. There’s so much more to Hockey than offense. When I’m judging who’s the best players I think about all around complete game and who can do it all. Guys like Datsyuk, Crosby, Toews etc. it seems like so many people see point totals and immediately think this guys the best! He scored this many points! It’s not all about points. It’s about your 200ft contribution
@@Childofbhaalyou couldn't be more right. tbh mcdavid got a lot of his points against bums
Huge respect for McDavid he gave everything for his team. But this was Barkov's year (could've been Bobby too without the few rough losses in the finals). But as per usual the voters are blinded by points that were put up against arguably the lesser competition in the west. Barkov fully shut down Kuch, Pasta and Panarin all top 10 scorers. And then kept McDavid off the scoresheet in the games they won in the finals. And put up point per game avg with all the defensive responsibilities. This just feels like a consolation prize now, like if this was the last chance for McDavid at the end of his career. I'm sure McDavid will get the conn smythe in the future as a Stanley Cup winner, this one was Barkys.
Real hockey fans know Barkov is the true Conn Smythe winner and nothing will change that.
He's still underrated because so many people don't see that he's actually the best.
Now he is real legend of Panhers history for ever. Also soon he is Panhers player who make so many points what nobody can't reach near decades.
Im glad to see him finally get the praise he deserves but it is 10 years overdue. The most complete/best player in the league.
No he ISN’T. Nate MacKinnon is the best player in the world today. Barkov is great but he’s not even top 3.
@@dazdavis7896 Barkov isnt even in a scoring role. If he was hed be getting 40+ goals a season, easy.
He truly is the face of the franchise, the epitome of way a captain should be. We Panthers fans can’t imagine this team without him!
I remember when people would say he was overpaid. If anything he's underpaid on his contract, he's earned more than every cent for this franchise.
Nobody has ever said that he is overpaid. Only one from the roster has been Bobrovski, that people has been said he is overpaid.
Barkov is a true master of his craft. An unbelievable talent.
Hands down, the best player in the league. Sure, he may not be #1 offensive player, but it is not just about the offense. He posts an almost point per game offensive production, while being the top defensive forward in the game. And, on top of that, he is a true captain, on and off the ice.
No he is not. “Hands down” like it’s fact or somethin. He is NOT better than MacKinnon. Period. And as much as I hate to say it, McDavid either.
@@dazdavis7896 He is better than both of these guys. You saw him shut down top Oilers players during the series. Sure, his offensive upside is not as great as McDavid's but he has the defensive dimension that neither of them has.
Being from Finland and seeing Barkov hoisting The Stanley Cup gets me in tears every time. We are so proud of you Barky!
😍😍😍😍Alexander Barkov the best two way forward. He reminds me of Anze Kopitar. And he just won a Stanley Cup championship. 🤩🤩🤩!
when was anze kopitar even close to barkov?
@@imSlapzzz, Hello! Anze Kopitar won 2 Stanley Cups with L.A Kings.
@@seun9957 yeah 10 years ago
@@imSlapzzz, so what? It wasn't in the '80s, right?!
Barkov is the best captain in the NHL.
Yeah. Plays hard, leads by example, doesn't get too high or too low for that matter.
That turn and change of direction at 5:18...he wiggles like Messi. Dude is 6,3" and around 200lbs. Unbelievable body control and cordination...
I was particulary happy to see the little treatment he handed to Marchand who then proved his greatness and wanted to fight the man 😂
It's about time this man got the shine and recognition he deserves, complimentary to his recent Stanley Cup win. Congratulations to my Florida Panthers. He's my Captain, and one of the best if not the best Center in the NHL. He is the face of the Panthers no questions about it. Phenomenal all around player head to toe. 1000%. 1
As a Finn, I'm so happy for Barkov for winning the cup. He sure earned it. I love the way he play and he is the real gentleman in the rink. Last time I felt someone has earned the cup was Selänne, when he achieved it with the Ducks.
He's Russian finn
@@ConstantinGolub are you a russian?
@@ConstantinGoluband?
look at how many times he steals the puck and either scores or sets up his teammates for the score. He's going to win the Selke every year til he retires! Also has great faceoff percentage.
It was travesty they gave it to Bergeron instead of Barkov the couple last years, the only reason was name recognition and NA arrogance to pass Barkov who had superior performances compared to Bergeron in his decline.
Best 2 way player in the league right now honestly, I am a panthers fan but I don’t try and hold any bias towards the players. He’s just really that good, glad mcdavid won the smythe though, dude makes hockey look so easy
Barkov was put to shut down Kuch, Pasta, Panarin and McDavid. 4 out of 5 of the top point scorers in the regular season, only MacKinnon is missing. Barkov came out winning every time, he should have won Con Smythe.
Agree completely. McDavid had more highlight reel plays, but Barkov had the tougher assignment, expected to provide offense while limiting the NHL's best.
@@patrick9865 And he actually did provide decent offense.
the captain of all captains
We are so thankful for Barkov, one of the best two way players of my generation. panthers are CUP CHAMPS!
What a player…
And still hasn't peaked he's an early 28 has at least 4 more years in prime
LET’S GO PANTHERS! TWO MAGICAL SEASONS. TIME FOR ANOTHER STANLEY CUP BOYS! 🏆🏆
Достойный мужчина, хороший хоккеист!!! Поздравляю Саня с первым Кубком Стэнли!!!
Best all-rounder in the world right now. Top 5 player as a whole. So many great years still ahead, he can win Hart.
That's the Captain. Unbelievably, at least half of his contribution goes less noticed, as he's an absolute dawg on defense too.
This is awesome, the guy is so talented!
How many times did they say "steal by Barkov" ? Incredible player.
I cant believe at one point "fans" wanted his captaincy stripped and given to Tkachuk. Only after Tkachuk addressed it and said he's biggest reason for the teams success did people shut up.
Barkov
Should've won the Conn Smythe as well.
This is how to win stanley cups
the real mvp
I would say Barkov is only little bit slower than McDavid (one skating in finals wasn't fair because McDavid was long on the ice and Barkov was fresh). Stick handling is datsjuk level or better, defence is the best in the league and assist are magical also. Playing style is also different when Barkov thinks defence first, and McDavid is mostly scoring first.
Nobody has as honed a skating technique as McDavid's.
Excellent job Amen ❤
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Барков отлично играл в финале.🎉
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All our opinions aside, Gretzky said Sasha is the best defensive forward since Trottier (over 40+ years ago). I think that settles any discussion about his worth.
He’s mvp of finals
Rainhard Barkov that is like Wayne and Jari back in the day.
Саня, красава и большой молодец!!!
If you think the Wedding Planner put this together; I've got a fjord in Finland to sell you
Сашка красавец.Скромность и талант.
Отличный игрок!
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Should won Conn Smythe, it was terrible decision to give throphy to McD he was good but it was not enough to win the cup. Barkov plays were pivotable to win the cup.
The McDavid of the panthers
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100% future HOF and #16 goes to rafters. Even if he retired today.
I just realized that Verhaeghe should be pronounced [ferhaXhe]. It's a Flemish name.
Barkov > McUnclutch
Robbed CS
Reinhart learned from Huberdeau's mistakes. Don't go thinking you're that guy and go chase the money, when you're simply a product of someone else's excellency.
Reino is a good player, that's why he's given responsibility on both ends of the ice. Barkov and him are similar in a number of ways, and the captain turns him elite.
Credit to Zito, too.
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Absolute beast. no wonder reino got so many goals with that vanilla gorilla charging down the middle dipsy doodlin with the sauce sheeeesh
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He is Russian, not Finland Lol🤦
Я Россиянир и горжусь . Они лучшие
He is not even a Russian 😂 he is born in Finland 🇫🇮🇫🇮🇫🇮🇫🇮🇫🇮
@@TheKingOfPuppets747 he might have born in Finland but russian by blood🇷🇺🇷🇺💪
@@Ylinatsiperkele 😂
Мы-то с вами знаем, кто Саша на самом деле. Правда, финны ? ))))
Он - финн до мозга костей. Родился в Финляндии, прошёл всю дорогу от академии до взрослого клуба в Финляндии, гордо представляет Финляндию в международных соревнованиях. Да, у него родители - россияне и он может говорить по-русски. Но он - финн.
@@eberkovich не россияне , а русские!
@@golbli9065 Я не знаю, кто его мать по национальсти. Единственное, что я знаю по ней - она россиянка.
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Still can’t believe Reinhart blew up for 57 goals last year. He’s been like a 30 goal scorer, looks like he’s hit his peak now. His rating better jump up in NHL 25 from the 90 he was last year I don’t have it yet I’ll get it in the next couple days.
He is 91 overall
@@wizarbyt wow. 1. He should at least be 93-94.
Барков-настоящий МVP ...
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