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Ben Kindel returns to Penguins practice after reported vasovagal episode on team flight

Sportsnet places the episode on the team's October 20 flight back from Utah.

6 Sources, 1h ago, updated 1h ago

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Penguins' plane returned to Salt Lake City after Ben Kindel's medical episode

The Penguins said the forward was conscious, alert and stable and was taken to a hospital for evaluation.

18 Sources, 5d ago, updated 5d ago

Statement graphic that reads:
The Pittsburgh Penguins team plane returned to the Salt Lake City International Airport today shortly after takeoff due to a medical episode involving forward Ben Kindel. Team physician, Dr. Dharmesh 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 of our players, as well as the privacy for their families, are our top priority. The team will provide further updates when appropriate.

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Ben Kindel returns to Penguins practice after reported vasovagal episode on team flight

Penguins' plane returned to Salt Lake City after Ben Kindel's medical episode

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Ben Kindel returns to Penguins practice after reported vasovagal episode on team flight

Penguins' plane returned to Salt Lake City after Ben Kindel's medical episode