Top-performing Sakari Manninen injured – harsh situation
The Friday night of Sakari Manninen, who played strongly in the early season, ended unpleasantly in the Swiss league. The Finnish forward of Geneve-Servette was injured in an away game against SC Bern and had to leave the game in the third period.
After the match, Manninen was seen limping in the locker room corridor. The nature of the injury is set to be further examined in Saturday’s tests. There is still no information on the potential length of his absence.
The 34-year-old Manninen has been in great form at the start of the season. In nine matches, the skilled player has collected five goals and five assists.
Before his injury, the Finn managed to register one assist by setting up Geneve-Servette’s opening goal against Bern. The visitors ultimately won the game in a shootout with a score of 3–2.
Manninen’s injury and the possibility of a longer absence bring a new concern for the team, which is already missing several players from its lineup. Markus Granlund was out due to injury and Jesse Puljujärvi due to a suspension.
Manninen’s list of achievements with the Lions is impressive. The veteran forward’s trophy cabinet includes two World Championships and an Olympic gold medal won in the national team jersey.
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