Canadian defenceman Josh Morrissey will not participate in the upcoming game against Switzerland following an injury he sustained in the second period of a 5-0 victory over Czechia. The nature of the injury is unclear, as he left the game without showing signs of distress at the time. In his absence, Travis Sanheim will fill Morrissey’s position in the lineup.

The injury marks another setback for Morrissey, who has experienced various health issues over the past year, including his absence from last year’s 4 Nations Face-off Final due to illness. Details on the exact cause of this latest injury remain unaddressed since Canada’s head coach Jon Cooper did not make any statements to the media regarding Morrissey's condition, leading to speculation about his long-term status in the tournament.

This situation is concerning not only for Morrissey personally but also for the Canadian team as they move through the competition, as injuries to key players can significantly impact a team's performance. The upcoming updates after the game might provide more clarity on Morrissey’s condition and his potential return to play, which is something that the coaching staff and fans will be eagerly watching for as the tournament progresses.