I'm actually OK with this.
If Hartley (the same guy that coached Tanguay, Hejduk and Drury in their rookie seasons) truly believes Sven needs to spend some time watching the game, then an injury may be the best chance for that to take place. No PR disaster from scratching him, no "cause for concern" in regards to his confidence. Sven on the 4th line isn't going to make or break (or even affect) this club in any way, so we won't even notice him missing.
As long as he comes back having learned whatever Hartley thinks he needs to learn, and is ready to take a place on the top two lines, then I welcome this injury.
(I know it's harsh to say "I welcome this injury" and I'd never wish something bad on Sven, I'm just saying this may be a blessing in disguise for both his career and our current season.)
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