WITH THE EXPLANATION FROM THE PENGUINS. KRIS LETANG HAS BEEN PLAYING HOCKEY AT AN EXTREMELY HIGH LEVEL WITH A HOLE IN HIS HEART. IT WAS DISCOVERED AFTER HIS FIRST STROKE BACK IN 2014. ON TUESDAY.

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced on Wednesday, April 16, that defenseman and alternate captain Kris Letang underwent successful surgery to repair a hole in his heart.

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman and alternate captain Kris Letang underwent successful heart surgery, the club announced ...

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang had successful surgery to repair a hole in his heart, Kyle Dubas said on Wednesday ...

The Penguins said in their news release that Letang’s recovery time from the heart procedure is four to six weeks. Given that the Penguins have missed the playoffs, Letang won’t be expected back in ...

This procedure is the latest in a long line of Letang's unique medical history. His perseverance and dedication to hockey is incredible. In a 2023 interview with The Guardian, he opened up about ...

He went on to play in 64 games during that season, and was awarded the 2023 Bill Masterson Memorial Trophy, given in recognition of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey.