Flyers' Kimmo Timonen diagnosed with blood clots in lungs and leg

The Philadelphia Flyers signed veteran defenseman Kimmo Timonen to a one-year deal in early July and have released a statement on his condition.

General manager Ron Hextall said Tuesday afternoon:

Flyers defenseman Kimmo Timonen has been diagnosed with blood clots in his lower right leg and in both lungs. Kimmo is currently being treated for this disorder back in his home country of Finland. His return to play is yet to be determined.

Hextall also told media, "Kimmo is resting and doing fine. He can't travel for two-to-three weeks, then he'll come here for further evaluation."

In 77 games with the Flyers last season, Timonen played an average of 20 minutes per night for 35 points.