Miro Heiskanen, a standout defenseman for the Dallas Stars, sustained a lower-body injury during a hit from Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone. Heiskanen will be sidelined for at least a week and will miss the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off tournament.
Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen will be sidelined for at least a week due to a lower-body injury sustained during a hard hit from Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone. The injury occurred in the third period of the Stars' 4-3 overtime victory over Vegas on Tuesday. Stone, who was penalized for tripping, fell toward Heiskanen's left knee and thigh after losing his balance.
Heiskanen underwent an MRI and is scheduled to consult with a specialist for further evaluation and a clearer prognosis. The injury will prevent him from participating in the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off tournament in February, representing Finland. Finland general manager Jere Lehtinen, a former Dallas player himself, confirmed Heiskanen's withdrawal after contacting both the Stars organization and Heiskanen directly. Heiskanen's absence marks a significant blow to the Finnish team, prompting the selection of a replacement player, although the timeline for that decision remains unclear.Stars coach Pete DeBoer expressed his concern for Heiskanen's well-being while also questioning the officiating during the play. DeBoer, who previously coached Stone in Vegas, stated that he doesn't consider Stone a dirty player but questioned why the officials didn't review the incident for a potential five-minute major penalty. Heiskanen's absence will undoubtedly impact the Stars' performance, particularly as they strive to maintain their strong position in the Central Division and advance further in the playoffs. Heiskanen has been a key defensive contributor since his debut in 2018, establishing himself as a prominent player in the NHL
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