The women's national ice hockey team's Olympic tournament ended in disappointment as they were eliminated in the quarterfinals, and player Jenni Hiirikoski faced an additional blow when she suffered an upper body injury in the match against Canada prior to the quarterfinals. Reports from Swedish media outlet Expressen reveal that her season with the Luleå Hockey team is concluded, with only two regular season games left before the playoffs start, indicating that Hiirikoski will not recover in time for any of these matches.

The injury is a significant setback for both Hiirikoski personally and for her club Luleå, affecting their preparation for the imminent playoffs. The club expressed its disappointment in a statement, emphasizing the unfortunate nature of the situation, particularly for Hiirikoski, who has had a storied career with numerous accolades including five Olympic bronze medals, one silver medal at the World Championships, and multiple Swedish championships.

Hiirikoski’s contributions to the team have been invaluable, and her absence could affect the team’s performance in the playoffs as they attempt to make a strong push for another title. This injury not only impacts the current season but may also have future implications for the athlete's career as she navigates through recovery.