Fiala's theatrics were met with eye rolls and groans from fans and players alike. Many were relieved to see that the referees didn't fall for his blatant attempt to sell a call, and the game continued without interruption.
While diving and embellishment are unfortunately common in hockey lately, it's important for players to remember that this behavior not only damages the integrity of the game but can also have serious consequences. Hopefully, Fiala will learn from this embarrassing incident and choose to play the game with honesty and integrity in the future.