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Fiala Makes Season Debut in Kings Loss
Forward records assist after recovering from leg injury
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Season Debut
Kings forward Kevin Fiala returned to action for the first time since breaking his left leg at the Milan Cortina Olympics. He suited up Thursday night against the Islanders and recorded an assist while posting a minus-1 rating in 16:37 of ice time. Fiala played on the second line alongside center Quinton Byfield and forward Mats Zuccarello after missing the second half of last season plus training camp and the early part of this season following follow-up surgery in September.
Previous Production
The forward had been among the team's top offensive contributors in his first four seasons with the club. In 56 games the prior season he recorded 18 goals and 22 assists. His return was viewed as a potential boost for a group dealing with offensive issues.
Team Results
Los Angeles fell 5-2 and has now been held to two goals or fewer for the 10th time in its past 15 games. The club stands 0-9-1 during that stretch. Fiala noted the challenge of the long recovery but expressed relief at finally getting back on the ice and moving forward.
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