Kale Kessy released from hospital, publishes statement

Hershey Bears forward Kale Kessy has been released from the hospital, according to the team.

Kessy was injured Tuesday night in a fight against Charlotte defenseman Derek Sheppard.

The 27-year-old was transported to Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and kept overnight for observation before being released Wednesday morning.

“I would like to send my heartfelt thank you to Hershey Bears fans for their thoughts, prayers, and support following my injury last night,” Kessy released in a statement on the Bears social media accounts. “Additionally, I’d like to thank our trainers, doctors, EMTs, Bob Goodman, and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center for providing me immediate and exceptional care. I am feeling better today, and I look forward to rejoining my Hershey Bears teammates soon.”

Bears players had an optional skate Wednesday, with most players taking the day off. The Bears next game is Saturday night against Wilkes-Barre.