After ten years, Barkov plays
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After ten years, Barkov plays for Finland at the World Cup

Aleksander Barkov missed the entire NHL season with Florida. Despite that, he has agreed to play for Finland at the World Cup - for the first time in ten years. It is also clear that club teammate Anton Lundell will join the World Cup squad.

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According to Yle, both will participate in the Sweden Hockey Games from May 7–10.

"Barkov brings world-class leadership, experience and skills. As a valued player and a well-liked person, he brings a lot to the team. It is very nice that he wanted to come to the World Cup, despite a long injury layoff," says Finland's national team coach Antti Pennanen in a press release.

"It's great that Lundell is joining the team. He is a smart and versatile player, an important addition to our offense," says Pennanen.

The World Cup begins on May 15 in Switzerland.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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