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Former Pittsburgh Penguin Konstantin Koltsov Tragically Passes Away at 42

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James Connelly
March 18, 2024  (7:42 PM)
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Former NHLer Konstantin Koltsov celebrating a goal on the international stage with Belarus
Photo credit: Eurohockey.com

The hockey world just lost a member as former NHLer and long-time KHLer Konstantin Koltsov has passed away at the age of 42 years old.

Konstantin Koltsov Passes Away At 42 Years Old

Hockey News Hub, an X account keeping up with European/Russian hockey has just announced tragic news as former Pittsburgh Penguin Konstantin Koltsov has passed away.

RIP Konstantin Koltsov 🙏 #Salavat #LetsGoPens

42 is far too young. Man.

Koltsov spent the majority of his professional career in the KHL but he did have a stint in North America with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Over the course of three seasons, Koltsov played in 144 games scoring 38 total points. He was a first-round pick of the Penguins back in 1999 at 18th overall.

We send out condolences to Koltsov's loved ones during this trying moment. May he rest in peace.


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