Overview

• William Eklund suffered a significant arm cut from Filip Hronek’s skate during Team Sweden's exhibition game against Czechia in Brno on May 3, 2025.
• The injury required immediate on-ice treatment before Eklund was taken to a local hospital for further evaluation.
• Eklund’s agent, Todd Diamond, confirmed that no key tendons or nerves were damaged, and the player is in stable condition.
• Eklund reassured fans via Instagram, sharing a photo of his bandaged arm with the caption, 'Everything is fine, thanks for all the support.'
• His availability for the upcoming IIHF World Championships in Stockholm remains uncertain as medical staff assess his recovery timeline.