Ice hockey: St. Louis forward Philip Broberg injured in St. Louis Blues win over Toronto Maple Leafs

After bouncing between the NHL and the farm league AHL during his first three seasons in North America, Skellefteå player Philip Broberg has this year taken up a regular spot in St. Louis, the getting nine points in twelve games.

But last night he was injured in the second period of the home game of St. Louis vs. Toronto.

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After a fight with Toronto star Mitch Marner, Marner fell over Broberg’s leg.

The Swede was left lying on the ice and writhing in pain, but after a while he was able to leave the ice to his own devices. However, he never returned to the game, and after the game the message from the Blues management was that the 23-year-old will be evaluated further before any information is given on how long and he will be outside.

– I know he is a hero. He will come back as fast and as well as he can, goalkeeper Jordan Binnington said after the game, according to various media.

– But it was difficult to see him go out injured.

St. John’s won. Louis the last game 4-2.