Jim Hiller addressed Fiala's recent struggles, indicating that he had a conversation with him and both had moved on from the incident. Hiller expressed confidence in Fiala's character, stating that there was nothing malicious in his actions and that Fiala is a team player who genuinely wants the team's success. He acknowledged Fiala's challenges with controlling emotions and taking penalties but remained optimistic about his ability to regain form. Hiller was pleased to see Fiala rewarded with a productive game following his benching.