Szałachowski had a good start of the 2006–07 season until he was injured. His injury lasted over a year and he was expected to return for the spring 2007–08 season.
Szałachowski's initial success in the 2006–07 season was followed by an extended injury that prevented him from playing for over a year. His recovery timeline led to his anticipated return during the spring of the 2007–08 season.