One of the top young stars for the Florida Panthers could be on the bench for the start of next season after suffering a recent injury.
Forward Anthony Duclair suffered the Achilles tendon injury during recent off-season training and could be out for several months if surgery is required.
The 26-year-old, who recently finished his second season with Florida, had a career high 31 regular season goals and 27 assists for the Panthers last season.
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Duclair had one goal in eight playoff games last season as Florida won its first playoff series in 26 years.
