Anton Frondell is set to play for Sweden against Slovakia on Tuesday evening after recovering from a collision during the 3-0 win over Italy on Friday.
The Chicago and Djurgården forward was injured when he crashed into the open bench door at high speed while skating past Italy's bench. He left the game in pain but an immediate X-ray showed no fracture. Frondell sat out the 3-2 loss to Norway on Saturday as his hand swelled and remained tender.
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Anton Frondell made his world championship debut for Sweden on Wednesday and recorded two assists in a dominant 6-0 victory over Slovenia. The 19-year-old forward had waited through the first three group games before getting his chance.
Tre Kronor returns forward Anton Frondell ahead of Tuesday's must-win game against Slovakia at the world championship. A victory would secure a quarterfinal berth after an unexpected loss to Norway. Coach Sam Hallam emphasized the need for improved speed and discipline.
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Sweden beat Italy 3-0 on Friday evening in the IIHF World Championship. The first line delivered the key goals while Anton Frondell left the game after a collision.
Måns Lindbäck is progressing through rehabilitation following a knee ligament injury sustained last December. The forward, who plays for Södertälje SK, spoke about his recovery and the club's ambitions.
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Sweden's national hockey team has registered Philadelphia forward Carl Grundström for Sunday's World Championship match against Denmark. The move comes after a 5-3 loss to Canada in the tournament opener.