Penguins’ Kris Letang undergoes successful heart procedure

Kris Letang is set to miss some off-season training time. The Pittsburgh Penguins defenceman had successful heart surgery that is expected to require four-to-six weeks of recovery, the team said on Wednesday.

Apr 16, 2025 - 14:53
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Penguins’ Kris Letang undergoes successful heart procedure

Kris Letang is set to miss some off-season training time.

The Pittsburgh Penguins defenceman had successful heart surgery that is expected to require four-to-six weeks of recovery, the team said on Wednesday.

The procedure closed a small hole in the heart, otherwise known as a patent foramen ovale.

Letang, 37, has previously experienced two strokes in 2014 and 2022, both of which were caused by the same heart condition.

The longtime Penguin, a Montreal native, skated in 74 games this season, tallying nine goals and 21 assists.

He is signed with the team through the 2027-28 season.