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Penguins star Guentzel to miss at least 12 weeks after ankle surgery

  • Pittsburgh Penguins forward Jake Guentzel underwent right ankle surgery and will be re-evaluated in 12 weeks.
  • Guentzel put up 73 points last season.
  • Guentzel's ankle injury was not resolving, so surgery was decided upon to ensure his best performance next season.
  • Guentzel's absence will significantly impact the Penguins' scoring abilities, especially on the power play.
  • Dr. Chris Coetzee performed the procedure on Guentzel's ankle.
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