Pavel Zacha will not represent Czechia at the upcoming Milan Cortina Olympic Games due to an injury. The Boston Bruins center is unable to recover in time for the tournament, which is a significant setback for the Czech team.
Pavel Zacha’s Replacement
On Saturday, the Czech team announced that Filip Chlapík from Sparta Prague will take Zacha’s place. This decision was confirmed by the International Olympic Committee after receiving notification from Bruins general manager Don Sweeney.
Injury Details
- Pavel Zacha was injured during a game against the Philadelphia Flyers.
- The incident occurred on January 30, during the Bruins’ 6-3 victory.
- This season, Zacha has recorded 15 goals and 22 assists over 54 games.
Upcoming Olympic Tournament
The Czech team is set to begin their Olympic tournament on February 12 against Canada. The absence of Zacha may impact their performance as they face tough competition.
This injury is a blow to Czechia’s chances at the Olympic hockey tournament, as Zacha has been a key player for the Bruins this season. The team will rely on Filip Chlapík to deliver in Zacha’s absence.
