Calgary Flames defender returns to the lineup tonight for the first time in nearly 2 years, after mental health journey

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Sam Hutch
January 25, 2024 (6:28 PM)

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According to Sportsnet, the Flames have activated Oliver Kylington from Long Term Injured Reserve and he will be in the lineup tonight for the first time since May of 2022; take a look.

Oliver Kylington has been activated from LTIR and will be in the Flames lineup tonight against the Blue Jackets.

His first NHL game since May 2022. 🙌

Kylington, 28, missed the entire 2022-23 National Hockey League season due to his mental health, something the Calgary Flames have been very understanding about as they should be.

It's been a long road for Kylington who began a rehab stint with the Flames American Hockey League Affiliate in December, and I bet he's ecstatic to be able to resume his playing career after taking care of his mental health.

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25 JANVIER \| 235 ANSWERS Calgary Flames defender returns to the lineup tonight for the first time in nearly 2 years, after mental health journey Are you happy to see Kylington back in the lineup?
Yes	156	66.4 %
No	38	16.2 %
The Flames organization should bd commended	41	17.4 %
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