The hit appeared brutal which could lead to yet another concussion. The All-Star defender scored nine goals and 31 points in 39 games.

Letang played a good game yesterday and likely will see top-four minutes again tonight. Expect the team to try to downplay the Max Pacioretty hit of two months ago but for the game to get a bit chippy.

Great news for the Penguins as they expect to get their top defender back tonight. Before getting hurt, he scored three goals and 19 points in 22 games.

Great news for the Penguins as they expect to get their top defender back very soon. Before getting hurt, he scored three goals and 19 points in 22 games.

Great news for the Penguins as they expect to get their top defender back within the next week. Before getting hurt he scored three goals and 19 points in 22 games.

Great news for the Penguins as they expect to get their top defender back within the next week. Before getting hurt he scored three goals and 19 points in 22 games.

Great news for Letang as he is expected to practice for the first time since getting concussed. While this remains the first step in his recovery, expect him to be brought along slowly.

Letang registered 19 points in 22 games before getting hurt. He remains out indefinitely with a concussion as the Pens carefully handle his rehab.

Definitely another step in the right direction for Letang and the Pens. He still remains a ways away from playing with contact or getting into a game.

Letang getting back on the ice is definitely a good sign. However, the Pens will continue to play it safe with their prized offensive d-man.

While Letang is feeling better, getting back on the ice is definitely the next step. He last played on November 26th.

Both players remain out indefinitely.

Letang has been sidelined since scoring the game winner against the Habs. He remains out indefinitely so make arrangements without the star defenseman.

Letang remains out indefinitely and certainly does not have the OK to get back onto the ice. Keep him out of your immediate plans.

Not the best news on Letang as it appears he has a mild concussion. Expect a further update on his status but the offensive defenseman remains doubtful for next week's games.

Certainly sounds like the dreaded 'C' word. Expect an update on Letang following tonight's game.

Sounds like Letang is banged up in more than one way as he has a broken nose, an illness and possible concussion. He is expected to miss at least two more games so expect a further update on him when the team returns home.

Both players are unlikely to play the next two games. You might want to look for an alternative option for the rest of the week.

Letang will be a game-time decision for tonight's game. Expect a further update on his status.

Letang remains questionable for tonight's game but taking the ice is a welcome sign. Expect a further update on the offensive defenseman.