Ekblad could be shut down for the World Cup after sustaining a concussion, George Richards of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Given the uncertainty surrounding concussions and recovery time, it should come as no surprise that the Panthers want to shut Ekblad down immediately. Team North America face Team Sweden on Wednesday, so it seems unlikely the blueliner is cleared in time for that contest. Ekblad, who snagged 15 goals and 21 helpers during his sophomore season, will more than likely continue to improve and could approach the 50-point mark in 2016-17, meaning fantasy owners will likely side with Florida in asking for him to be shut down immediately.