Tkachuk was still a part of the win, and he played a role.
This was a more of a team win by the Panthers. I think everyone sacrificed point totals for the greater good of playing a certain way to win.
Outside of Barkov and Bob, the rest of the team chipped in with timely goals and plays, and they all flatlined for those 3 games.
Barkov was the most consistent player of the series. I don't think he is getting enough credit. McDavid had 2 big games to win his trophy.
This is why Edmonton lost. The Panthers are a team. The Oilers are McDavid.
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