Swiss Hockey Star Kevin Fiala Suffers Scary Injury at Olympics

Fiala, a key player for Switzerland, was stretchered off the ice after a collision with Canada's Tom Wilson.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Swiss hockey player Kevin Fiala suffered a potentially serious injury during a matchup between Switzerland and Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Fiala was attempting to deliver a hit to Canadian forward Tom Wilson when Wilson delivered a reverse hit, sending both players to the ice. Fiala remained down on the ice and was eventually stretchered off, raising concerns about his status for the rest of the tournament.

Why it matters

Fiala is a crucial offensive player for the Swiss national team, having scored over 30 goals in the NHL on multiple occasions. His injury is a major blow to Switzerland's chances of success at the Olympics, where they were hoping to make a deep run.

The details

Fiala did not record a point in Switzerland's 5-1 loss to Canada on Friday. The 26-year-old winger is in the midst of his fourth season with the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL, where he has scored 105 goals and 245 points in 288 games. This was set to be Fiala's Olympic debut, though he has represented Switzerland at the World Juniors and World Championships in the past.

  • The incident occurred during Switzerland's Group A matchup against Canada on Friday, February 13, 2026.

The players

Kevin Fiala

A 26-year-old Swiss hockey player who plays for the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL. He is considered a key offensive player for the Swiss national team.

Tom Wilson

A Canadian hockey player who plays for the Washington Capitals in the NHL. He was involved in the collision with Fiala that led to the Swiss player's injury.

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What’s next

The Swiss team and medical staff will evaluate the extent of Fiala's injury and determine if he can return to play later in the Olympic tournament.

The takeaway

Fiala's injury is a major setback for Switzerland's hopes at the 2026 Winter Olympics, as he is one of their top offensive threats. The collision with Tom Wilson raised concerns about the severity of the injury, and the Swiss will be anxiously awaiting updates on Fiala's status going forward.