Feb 9 • 10:15 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Iltalehti

A Striking Change in the NHL Star of the Lions – Behind it Lies a Harsh Health Reason

NHL player Roope Hintz steps in for the injured Aleksander Barkov as the Finnish hockey team prepares for the Olympics in Milan.

The Finnish national hockey team, known as the Lions, has made a significant adjustment as they arrive in Milan for the Olympics, with NHL star Roope Hintz taking over the center position of the first line due to the injury of fellow player Aleksander Barkov. Barkov, regarded as one of the best players in the world, will be a difficult absence for the team, as he has been a key contributor in the NHL with an impressive record of 190 goals and 231 assists over 520 games played. Hintz, who plays for the Dallas Stars, a leading contender for the NHL championship, expressed his readiness and eagerness to take on this responsibility.

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