Kings' Tanner Pearson breaks leg, Tyler Toffoli out with mono

Los Angeles Kings left wing Tanner Pearson has sustained a broken bone in his lower left leg, while winger Tyler Toffoli is out indefinitely with mononucleosis.
Kings' Tanner Pearson breaks leg, Tyler Toffoli out with mono
Kings' Tanner Pearson breaks leg, Tyler Toffoli out with mono /

Los Angeles Kings left wing Tanner Pearson has sustained a broken bone in his lower left leg, while winger Tyler Toffoli is out indefinitely with mononucleosis, according to NHL.com.

Pearson sustained the injury against the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday, when he went feet first into the boards.

Pearson, 22, and Toffoli, 22, each have 12 goals this season, which is tied for second on the team. On Sunday, Pearson was selected to the upcoming NHL All-Star Game as a rookie invite.

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The Kings (19-13-10) host the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday.

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