Overview
- The Swiss Ice Hockey Federation said Fiala sustained a lower‑leg injury against Canada, was hospitalized in Italy, underwent surgery and will miss the rest of the Milano Cortina tournament.
- An NHL source told ESPN the injury is likely season‑ending for Fiala’s campaign with the Los Angeles Kings, though the team has not issued a detailed timeline.
- Fiala was hurt late in Switzerland’s 5-1 loss when he and Canada’s Tom Wilson became tangled along the boards, with Wilson calling the play “just unlucky” and no penalty assessed.
- Teammates and opponents showed support as Fiala was stretchered off with an air cast, and Kings players, including Adrian Kempe and Drew Doughty, voiced concern for his recovery.
- Fiala’s absence is a major blow for Switzerland and the Kings, with the winger second on Los Angeles in scoring this season at 18 goals and 40 points despite a recent trade for Artemi Panarin to boost offense.