Jenni Hiirikoski, a defender for Luleå Hockey/MSSK, was injured during a group stage match between Finland and Canada at the Olympics on February 12. The injury occurred approximately eight minutes into the first period when she reportedly blocked a shot from Canadian player Sarah Fillier with her right hand. After the whistle, Hiirikoski went to the bench with severe pain and shortly thereafter had to leave the match.
She later underwent an emergency operation in Italy and was informed that her season is over. According to reports, Hiirikoski stated that the injury hurt her more mentally than physically.
the injury hurt her more mentally than physically