Kevin Fiala’s Olympic Dream Cut Short by Leg Injury

Milan, Italy – Switzerland forward Kevin Fiala will miss the remainder of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics after undergoing surgery on his injured left leg. The injury occurred late in Switzerland’s game against Canada on Friday, February 13, 2026.

Injury Details and Surgery

Fiala was taken off the ice on a stretcher following a collision with Canada’s Tom Wilson during the third period of the 5-1 loss. NHL.com reported that Fiala was hit into the side boards by Wilson, who then fell on his left leg.

The Swiss Ice Hockey Federation confirmed on Saturday that Fiala had surgery to address a lower leg injury, effectively ending his participation in the Games. Olympics.com detailed the confirmation of the injury and subsequent surgery.

Reactions and Support

Los Angeles Kings teammate Adrian Kempe expressed sadness over Fiala’s injury, stating, “Highly obviously sad, and it sucks for him and for us.” AOL quoted Kempe emphasizing Fiala’s importance to the Kings and the unfortunate timing of the injury.

Tom Wilson also expressed regret, stating, “Just unlucky… I perceive terrible that he may not be able to keep playing.” NHL.com reported Wilson’s sentiments after the game.

Impact on Switzerland and the Kings

The loss of the 29-year-old winger is a significant blow to Switzerland’s Olympic hopes. Fiala’s status with the Los Angeles Kings for the remainder of the NHL season remains uncertain, though neither the team nor Switzerland has confirmed the extent of the long-term impact.

Further Updates

Details regarding the specific nature of the surgery and a timeline for Fiala’s recovery have not yet been released. Updates will be provided as they become available.