Jets' Letestu shut down for 6 months with myocarditis
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Winnipeg Jets forward Mark Letestu will miss at least six months after being diagnosed with myocarditis, a virus that attacks the heart, head coach Paul Maurice confirmed Thursday to Jets reporter Mitchell Clinton.
Letestu's long-term health is not in question, but the 34-year-old will only be able to take part in light physical activity.
The veteran forward inked a one-year, $700,000 pact with the Jets in July and has appeared in seven games for the club this season.
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