2017-18 Player Reviews: Kevin Fiala

Our young Swiss winger changed to a professional number this season. That’s unfortunate news for those of us who had a #56 rookie shirsey… but anyway, the kid came back from a season-ending femur break in last year’s playoffs. He didn’t look slow or uncomfortable as he started the season.

Season Overview

Fiala bounced around in the early part of the season before Kyle Turris was acquired. Once Turris became the 2C, Fiala and Craig Smith found their permanent spot for the season.

Fiala had 23 goals this season and 25 assists. He took a big step forward from his previous campaigns with Nashville. I was really impressed with his efforts once he found good linemates. Like much of the team, Fiala…