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Fiala's Olympic Dream Ends Early With Leg Fractures
16 Feb
Summary
- Kevin Fiala sustained fractures in his left lower leg during the Olympics.
- The injury occurred Friday during a game against Canada.
- Fiala will miss the remainder of the NHL regular season.
Kevin Fiala, a 29-year-old forward for the Los Angeles Kings, will not play for the remainder of the NHL regular season. He suffered fractures in his left lower leg during the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 on Friday.
Fiala sustained the injury in a game where his Swiss team lost to Canada. He was hit into the boards and fell awkwardly. He has since expressed his disappointment on Instagram but thanked fans for their support and wished his team well.
Switzerland, seeded fifth, is scheduled to play Italy in the qualifying playoffs. Fiala had recorded 40 points for the Kings this season before the Olympic break. The Kings are currently three points behind the Anaheim Ducks for a wild card spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
