William Eklund's Wrist Injury Leaves
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William Eklund's Wrist Injury Leaves World Championship Status Uncertain

NHL star William Eklund injured his wrist when Sweden beat the Czech Republic in the Hockey Tour tournament on Saturday. However, playing in the World Championship in Stockholm is not ruled out for the San Jose forward.

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"William will continue to be examined and treated over the next few days. It's too early to answer whether the injury prevents William from playing the World Championship", writes Tre Kronor on X.

Eklund got a opponent's skate blade over his left wrist during the third period in Brno and left the ice with severe pain. After an initial examination by the national team doctor, the 22-year-old was taken to a hospital.

On Saturday evening, Eklund himself published a picture on Instagram of a heavily bandaged arm.

"Everything is okay, thanks for all the support", he wrote.

Sweden plays the World Championship premiere against Slovakia in Stockholm on Friday.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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