Penguins forward Ben Kindel is in stable condition at the University of Utah Hospital after suffering a “medical episode” on the team’s return flight to Pittsburgh. The jet immediately returned to Salt Lake City International Airport.
This from the team:
“The Pittsburgh Penguins team plane returned to Salt Lake City International Airport shortly after takeoff due to a medical episode involving forward Ben Kindel. Team physician, Dr. Darmesh Vyas, of UPMC, as well as the team’s medical staff were on board and immediately attended to Ben. An ambulance was waiting upon arrival, and he was taken to the University of Utah Hospital for further evaluation. Ben is conscious, alert and in stable condition.
The health and safety for our players, as well as the privacy for their families, are our top priority. The team will provide further updates when appropriate.”
Please join the staff at PenguinPoop in offering prayers for Ben and his loved ones.
