John Klingberg's Emotional Conversation With His Teammates Leaks and We Now Know His Future in the NHL
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Tyler Ball
November 20, 2023 (6:32 PM)
Today a new report has leaked a conversation between John Klingberg and his teammates. The implications of the conversation are gut-wrenching.
Klingberg Dealing With An Injury
As many fans know John Klingberg has been dealing with an unknown injury over the last week. The only information we have on the injury is that it is something Klingberg has dealt with for a while.
John Klingberg says his injury is something he's been managing throughout his career. Unsure if he can play Sunday. Says at least it's a good sign he felt well enough to skate today. Optimistic this won't derail his season.
These types of injuries while manageable for a while tend to catch up with players in the long run. Klingberg's struggles this season leading to his absence indicate this could be what is happening. This was further confirmed by a leaked conversation Klingberg recently had.
Klingberg's Emotional Conversation With Teammates Leaks
Today a post on X reported a potentially leaked conversation that John Klingberg had with a group of teammates while in Sweden.
CJ on the Leaf Report says, in Stockholm, Klingberg "gave an emotional scrum" about how "he so badly wants to play again" and adds "I don't know if he's going to be able to." Man... what happened
Klingberg of course missed the Global Series in his home country of Sweden which was likely very frustrating for him. If Klingberg's condition has worsened to the point he is worried about his career this could be a bad sign for him and the Maple Leafs.
With more time off and rehab the hope is that Klingberg's status improves. If not the Maple Leafs and Klingberg might have to face the harsh reality that he will not be a part of the lineup going forward. Klingberg's long-term absence could add further desperation to bring in a defenseman via trade.
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