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Penguins Draft Liam Ruck 22nd Overall

With the 22nd pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, the Pittsburgh Penguins have selected Liam Ruck from the Medicine Hat Tigers of the Western Hockey League (WHL).

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Penguins select Liam Ruck No. 22 overall in 2026 NHL Draft

The Pittsburgh Penguins have selected right winger Liam Ruck with the No. 22 overall selection of the 2026 NHL Draft. Ruck was projected to be selected around 28th or 29th overall on average across all of the main draft rankings, going as high as 10th and as low as 50th.

Mike Reilly News / The Hockey Writers / June 26

Mike Reilly Could Add Veteran Depth to the Penguins Defense

The Pittsburgh Penguins have some work to do on defense this offseason. They are more than likely not re-signing Ryan Shea, and that is going to leave a hole.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Draft Nation / June 26

2026 NHL Draft Needs: Pittsburgh Penguins

The Pittsburgh Penguins enter the 2026 NHL Draft facing a reality that would have been difficult to imagine just a few years ago. For nearly two decades, the organization built around Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang remained one of the NHL’s premier contenders.

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The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 25

Pittsburgh Penguins Acquire Hendrix Lapierre

First reported by Elliotte Friedman, the Pittsburgh Penguins are acquiring Hendrix Lapierre from the Washington Capitals. A few moments later, Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic reported that the Capitals would be receiving a 2027 third-round pick and San Jose’s 2028 fifth-round pick.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Field Level Media / June 23

Hoffmann family's Penguins purchase unanimously approved by NHL

The Pittsburgh Penguins are set to begin a new ownership chapter after the NHL Board of Governors unanimously approved the franchise's sale to the Hoffmann Family of Companies on Tuesday.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / June 25

NHL approves sale of Pittsburgh Penguins to Hoffmann Family

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced on Tuesday that the NHL has officially approved the sale of the team to Hoffmann Family of Companies, a family-owned firm based in the United States.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 23

Hoffmann Group Granted Approval To Acquire Penguins

June 23rd: After nearly six months of waiting, the Penguins will have a new ownership group. The Hoffmann Group has received unanimous approval from the NHL Board of Governors for the purchase of the Penguins, as announced by the team.

Ryan Shea News / The Hockey Writers / June 23

Penguins Have an Interesting Decision to Make on Ryan Shea

The Pittsburgh Penguins were full of positive surprises this season. Eighteen-year-old Ben Kindel had a breakout rookie campaign; the team got strong performances from Evgeni Malkin, Anthony Mantha, Justin Brazeau, and Egor Chinakhov; and Pittsburgh made the playoffs for the first time since 2022.

Ron Francis News / The Hockey Writers / June 22

Ron Francis Returns to Pittsburgh in Advisory Role

The Pittsburgh Penguins are bringing back one of the most respected names in franchise history. On Friday, the organization announced that Hall of Famer Ron Francis has returned to the club as special advisor, hockey operations.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 19

Penguins bring back former Stanley Cup champion for front office role

The Pittsburgh Penguins have named Ron Francis as Special Advisor, Hockey Operations, the team announced on Friday. In his new role, Francis will support

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 19

Penguins Need To Upgrade The Left Side Of Their Defense

The Pittsburgh Penguins’ defense was hardly anything to write home about this year, but it was good enough to help them reach the playoffs. It became clear in the postseason that upgrades were needed.

Kyle Dubas News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 19

Penguins’ Kyle Dubas brings 2-time Stanley Cup winner back in front office role

Pittsburgh Penguins president of hockey operations Kyle Dubas completed a difficult task in the sports executive world during the 2025-26 campaign: build for the future while also assembling a roster that clinches a postseason berth.

Ron Francis News / Daily Faceoff / June 19

Penguins hire Ron Francis as Hockey Operations Advisor

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced on Friday that they have added a legendary former player to a hockey operations role within their front office. Ron Francis,

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / June 18

Penguins Have Options With Their 1st Round Pick

The NHL Draft will take place on June 26 and 27 at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. Last summer, the Pittsburgh Penguins were expected to have a pick in the top five of the 2026 Draft; however, after making the playoffs this season, the Penguins will pick 22nd overall.

Ryan Shea News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 18

Penguins’ Ryan Shea headed to open market after strong season

The Pittsburgh Penguins are coming off a run to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but lost in the first round. Now, as the team prepares for the offseason, the Penguins may have a new look to the team.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / June 17

Pittsburgh Penguins 3-Round 2026 NHL Mock Draft

With the 2026 NHL Entry Draft less than two weeks away, the Pittsburgh Penguins find themselves with four picks in the first three rounds. General manager

Taylor Gauthier News / Inside The Rink / June 17

Pittsburgh Penguins Re-Sign Goaltender Taylor Gauthier to One-Year Extension

The Pittsburgh Penguins have ensured that goaltender Taylor Gauthier will remain in the organization, announcing Tuesday that they have signed the netminder to a one-year contract extension for the 2026-27 season.

Taylor Gauthier News / Daily Faceoff / June 16

Penguins re-sign Taylor Gauthier to one-year contract extension

The Pittsburgh Penguins are keeping around a solid depth piece within their organization. On Tuesday, the team announced that they have re-signed goaltender Taylor Gauthier to a one-year, two-way contract extension.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 16

Penguins rumors: It ‘might be time’ to trade Rickard Rakell, Bryan Rust, says Pittsburgh reporter

The Pittsburgh Penguins made a surprising run to the playoffs in 2025-26, but fell in the first round to the Philadelphia Flyers. Now, GM Kyle Dubas will look to improve the team.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Trade Talk / June 15

Two Familiar Penguins Players Pop Up in Trade Rumors Again

Kyle Dubas “isn’t itching to trade veteran forwards Bryan Rust or Rickard Rakell, but, much like last summer, both are available,” writes Josh Yohe of The Athletic on Monday.

Jordan Staal News / Yardbarker / June 11

Canes' Jordan Staal makes Stanley Cup Final history by extending goal streak

It took Jordan Staal 17 years to get back to the Stanley Cup Final, and he's been making the most of an opportunity to win his second ring.

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Rumors / June 3

Pittsburgh Penguins – Scoring Forwards to Look at, and Trade Value of Some Penguins

Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now: A look at some potential trade targets for the Pittsburgh Penguins if they’re looking to add a scoring forward.