Czechia RH defenseman prospect David Jiricek (6-3, 189), an A rated skater & projected top pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, had knee surgery on 1/5 after sustaining the injury in the opener of the 2022 WJC for his country. He'll miss 2-3 months.

— Mike Morreale (@mikemorrealeNHL) January 7, 2022