By Canadian Press

Flames’ Kylington nearing return to action after lengthy absence for personal reasons

Jan 4, 2024 | 12:15 PM

CALGARY — Defenceman Oliver Kylington has taken a step closer to rejoining the Calgary Flames.

The NHL club said Thursday that Kylington has been assigned to the American Hockey League’s Calgary Wranglers for conditioning.

Kylington did not play in the 2022-23 season due to an undisclosed personal issue.

The team announced in September that he would miss the opening of training camp following the team’s medical and fitness testing.

Kylington said in a statement that he is in a good place with his mental health and ready to take a step forward toward returning to the ice.

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The 26-year-old from Stockholm has 47 points (14 goals, 33 assists) in 168 games over parts of five seasons with the Flames.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 4, 2024.

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