Toronto Maple Leafs Star Gets Emotional Has He May Never Play Hockey Again
In a heartfelt revelation, John Klingberg, the Swedish defenseman recently signed by the Leafs, disclosed the extent of his injury struggles, putting his future in the NHL in jeopardy.
Despite his yearning to contribute on the ice during the NHL's global series in Sweden, Klingberg shared in an emotional press conference that there's a real possibility he might never play another NHL game.
Having played just 14 games with the Maple Leafs this season, Klingberg's stint with the team and, potentially, his entire career hang in the balance. His performance in those games, marked by 8 assists but a -7 rating, didn't make a strong case for a career rejuvenation with the Leafs.
The 31-year-old defenseman, dealing with a chronic injury, faces an uncertain future, with his current season contract potentially ending up on the Leafs' long-term injured reserve.
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