Overview

• Kris Letang underwent surgery to close a patent foramen ovale, a small hole in his heart, with a recovery timeline of four to six weeks.
• The procedure will sideline Letang for the Penguins’ final regular-season game, but he is expected to rejoin the team for training camp in the fall.
• This marks the latest in a series of health challenges for Letang, including two strokes and a herniated disk that affected key moments in his career.
• Letang’s on-ice performance has declined this season, with his lowest offensive production and possession metrics since the early stages of his career.
• Despite his health and performance struggles, Letang remains a cornerstone of the Penguins’ defensive lineup as the team faces limited roster alternatives.