Penguins Flight Turns Back After Kindel Medical Emergency

The Penguins' flight out of Salt Lake City turned back Tuesday after Ben Kindel had a medical issue on board. The 19-year-old forward was taken to University of Utah Hospital, where he was described as awake, responsive and stable. Pittsburgh's medical staff attended to him on the plane, and the club requested privacy while promising further updates.
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