Kris Letang, defenseman for the Pittsburgh Penguins, has undergone surgery to close a small hole in his heart, effectively ending his season.

The Penguins announced the surgery on April 16, 2025, confirming that Letang will miss the team's final game against the Washington Capitals scheduled for April 17.

Following his surgery, the expected recovery timeline for Letang is four to six weeks, which comes after the Penguins were eliminated from postseason contention earlier this month.

During the 2024-25 season, Letang recorded his lowest point total since the 2009-10 season, finishing with nine goals and 21 assists in 74 games while averaging a team-high 23:32 of ice time.

At 37 years old, Letang has a history of health issues, having previously missed time in his career due to strokes related to the same heart condition.

Despite his health challenges, Letang is under contract with the Penguins through the 2027-28 season.

Letang did not participate in practice on April 15, 2025, due to a medical appointment, as stated by coach Mike Sullivan.