Andrei Kuzmenko's father killed in bear attack during fishing trip

Andrei Kuzmenko, a forward for the Pittsburgh Penguins, will take time away from the team after the death of his father, Alexander Kuzmenko, in a bear attack. The incident occurred while Alexander, 62, was on a fishing trip in southern Siberia. Reports indicate he suffered severe injuries and was airlifted to a hospital, where he later died. Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas expressed condolences and noted that Andrei has returned to Moscow to support his family during this difficult time.

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