After nearly a decade, Aleksander Barkov returns to represent Finland as captain in the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. This marks a significant moment following his historic leadership in the NHL, where he first became the first Finnish captain to guide the Panthers to a Stanley Cup win in 2024. His teammates recognize his leadership qualities, affirming he is deserving of this role. Barkov acknowledges the honor of leading his national team and looks forward to the challenges ahead in the tournament.
Barkov stated, 'It's a huge honor. I never really dreamed about that, but it's a huge honor. I'm thankful for the opportunity to be the captain of the national team.'
Anton Lundell praised Barkov's leadership, saying, 'He’s a leader. It wasn’t a surprise. He should be the captain.'
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