Updated 20.30 | Published 18.23
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ÖREBRIDGE. Timrå star Jonathan Dahlén is injured again.
Against Örebro, he was led off the ice after a hit from Hannes Björninen, who received a match penalty, in the 3–2 victory.
– I hope the league looks at it, says coach Olli Jokinen.
It was after 12.39 that the Timrå forward got the puck to the right in the drawing circle during a numerical advantage.
He finished with a shot that found its way behind Örebro goalkeeper Jonas Arntzen to make it 1–0 for the away team.
But at the same time he was tackled by Hannes Björninen and was left lying down after the blow.
“High speed and power”
Dahlén, who missed two weeks of play following an earlier injury in mid-October, was then led off the ice looking noticeably unsteady. All at the same time as the judges video reviewed Björninen’s actions.
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After a couple of minutes of deliberation, it was clear that the Finnish center was awarded a match penalty for a tackle to the head.
– The tackle takes place directly in the head with high speed and power, explained the head referee Richard Magnusson.
In the subsequent numerical advantage, the away team extended its lead through Emil Pettersson.
The sports director about Dahlén
Timrå’s assistant sports director Kent “Nubben” Norberg had no update on Dahlén’s status after the first period.
– I don’t know more than that I saw it hit the head. That’s all I can say, he tells Sportbladet.
Well into the middle act, Viggo Gustafsson extended the lead for Timrå with the first SHL goal of his career. But despite double Örebro reductions via Robert Leino and Patrik Puistola, the home team did not catch up.
Timrå coach Olli Jokinen was not satisfied.
– I hope the league looks at it. It’s an ugly tackle. He picks off a top player who probably misses matches with the national team, he says after the match.
check Sportbladet has sought Timrå’s doctor Christian Rydin.
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Updated 20.30 | Published 18.23
Well, it seems like we’re back at it again, folks! Timrå star Jonathan Dahlén is doing his best impression of a glass vase—beautiful to watch, but you never know when he’s going to end up in pieces! In the latest episode of “Will He or Won’t He Play?” after a hit from Örebro’s Hannes Björninen during a 3–2 victory, it looks like Dahlén has once again found himself on the injury list. I mean, he should just come with a warning label: “Fragile, handle with care!”
Now, just picture the scene: Dahlén gets the puck and plants it in the net like it’s going out of fashion, making it 1–0 for the away team. But then, out of nowhere, Bhörninen decided to audition for the role of a lumberjack, taking Dahlén down with a tackle. Honestly, can we keep the tackling to the football pitch, please? Hockey is hard enough to follow without turning it into a game of “Who Can Take Out the Star Player?”
“High speed and power”? More like “high-speed train wreck!”
After a stunning shot, it looked like the Timrå star had a moment of brilliance, only to then grapple with the kind of knockout that would make a boxing match look like a tea party. The head referee, Richard Magnusson, got all serious about it, stating, “The tackle takes place directly in the head with high speed and power.” Well, of course! If you’re going to mess up, why not do it in style? Kalashnikov had a better chance of missing when it comes to aiming for the head!
And here’s the kicker—Dahlén had just returned from a two-week injury hiatus. He really is like a boomerang, isn’t he? You throw him out there, and somehow he always comes back with more injuries. If he were a car, he’d be a totaled wreck, and we’d be debating whether to fix him or just buy a new one! But, as they say, once a warrior, always a warrior. And then some unfortunate soul decided to put him back in the lineup—risking their worldly possessions on the “fingers crossed” approach!
Now, let’s talk numbers. Timrå’s assistant sports director Kent “Nubben” Norberg didn’t have much to update after that first period except to point out, “I saw it hit the head. That’s all I can say.” Ah yes, the classic “I saw nothing, but if I had, I’d be very concerned” routine. It’s like trying to get detailed instructions from a toddler—tough gig!
Coach Olli Jokinen chimes in
But, credit where credit’s due, coach Olli Jokinen jumped on the soapbox post-match, grousing about how this isn’t just a “silly tackle,” rather “an ugly tackle” that could sideline one of his key players from the national team. Sounds quite dramatic, doesn’t it? Perhaps if we all just wear helmets when watching hockey, we could avoid these high-speed situations altogether!
Well, as we wait to see if Dahlén will be joining the “Time Off Club” again, we can only hope that there’s a serious look taken by league officials. Or will they continue on with the “Boys Will Be Boys” mantra until someone actually gets a one-way ticket to the ER? Definitely one to watch, and hopefully, for Dahlén’s sake, it’s not from a hospital bed!
Stay tuned for more rollercoaster reports from the ice, my friends. Who knows— next week we might just be debating whether to put him in bubble wrap!
Updated 20.30 | Published 18.23
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ÖREBRIDGE. Timrå’s standout forward Jonathan Dahlén has found himself facing yet another setback due to injury.
In a tense match against Örebro, he was escorted off the ice following a severe hit from Hannes Björninen, who subsequently received a match penalty, during Timrå’s hard-fought 3–2 victory.
Dahlén had just received the puck on the right side in the drawing circle during a power play when he let loose a shot that found the back of the net, putting the away team ahead 1–0.
However, the moment was marred as he was crushed by Björninen, leading to him being left vulnerable on the ice after the collision.
“High speed and power”
Dahlén, who had just returned from a two-week absence due to a previous injury in mid-October, appeared visibly unsteady as he was guided off the ice while the referees closely reviewed the incident involving Björninen.
After a delay of a few minutes, the Finnish center was hit with a match penalty for a direct tackle to the head, highlighting the severity of the situation.
– The tackle takes place directly in the head with high speed and power, explained head referee Richard Magnusson, underscoring the dangerous nature of the hit.
In the ensuing power play, Timrå capitalized on their numerical advantage, with Emil Pettersson scoring to extend their lead.
The sports director about Dahlén
Timrå’s assistant sports director, Kent “Nubben” Norberg, was unable to provide any concrete updates on Dahlén’s condition after the first period, stating, “I don’t know more than that I saw it hit the head. That’s all I can say,” indicating the uncertainty surrounding the player’s injury.
Despite double goals from Örebro’s Robert Leino and Patrik Puistola, the home team struggled to recover from their earlier deficits.
Timrå coach Olli Jokinen expressed his dissatisfaction with Björninen’s actions post-match, asserting, “I hope the league looks at it. It’s an ugly tackle. He picks off a top player who probably misses matches with the national team.” The implication of the incident could potentially ripple through Dahlén’s career and the team’s future games.
check Sportbladet has sought Timrå’s doctor Christian Rydin.
To a prior injury, is now again facing uncertainty about his availability for future games. The hit by Björninen, described as a serious tackle to the head, was deemed highly dangerous by referee Richard Magnusson, who emphasized the force and speed of the impact.
As the game unfolded, divisions in the ice hockey community were evident. Timrå’s assistant sports director Kent “Nubben” Norberg expressed minimal detail about Dahlén’s condition following the first period but acknowledged the severity of the hit. Meanwhile, Timrå head coach Olli Jokinen called for more accountability within the league regarding such dangerous plays, suggesting that measures be taken to protect key players.
Dahlén’s injury came at a critical time; he had just made a return after another injury hiatus, leaving fans and teammates concerned about his ongoing health issues. As anticipation builds around his potential return and the league’s response to the incident, the sporting world watches closely, hoping for a resolution that ensures player safety while maintaining the competitive spirit of the game.
The incident has sparked dialogue not only about the physicality of hockey but also the responsibilities players have towards one another, emphasizing the need for the league to remain vigilant and proactive in addressing safety concerns in the sport.
