Coyotes’ Klesla leaves game on stretcher

Phoenix Coyotes defenceman Rostislav Klesla suffered an injury in Sunday’s pre-season game against the Los Angeles Kings and was taken off the ice on a stretcher.

Phoenix Coyotes defenceman Rostislav Klesla suffered an injury in Sunday’s pre-season game against the Los Angeles Kings and was taken off the ice on a stretcher.

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Kings forward Jordan Nolan received four minutes in penalties and a 10-minute misconduct. It appears Nolan could be suspended for his actions under Rule 48, according to Fox Sports Arizona’s Craig Morgan.

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Klesla was hit by Nolan during the first period.

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It appears the 31-year-old suffered a neck injury.

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Klesla gave a thumbs up to the fans as he was stretchered off.

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