Penguins defenseman Kris Letang underwent successful heart surgery on Tuesday, ending his season. According to the team, Letang had successful closure of a patent foramen ovale (PFO; small hole in the heart). The procedure was performed at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital by interventional cardiologist Dr. Conrad Smith. It’s a recovery period of four to six weeks for Letang but questions will arise of Letang’s To read this insider news, subscribe to get “Inside Access”!

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