Lausanne HC will have to do without Ahti Oksanen for four to six weeks, according to a media release.
The 31-year-old Finnish forward was hit in the neck during the Euro Hockey Tour game against the Czech Republic. Oksanen recorded five goals and ten assists in 19 championship games.
The Vaud team also provided an update on Lawrence Pilut, who suffered a torn Achilles tendon in July. The Swedish defender suffered another injury to his lower body and will require surgery. The 28-year-old will not be able to play any games this season.