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Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Pittsburgh Penguins eye roster refresh: Young stars like Rutger McGroarty and Ville Koivunen lead NHL action
Pittsburgh Penguins (via Getty Images) The Pittsburgh Penguins are preparing for a pivotal 2025–26 NHL season, one that could take them in a fresh era led by rising stars like Rutger McGroarty and Ville Koivunen. With a handful of veteran contracts locked in and several pending free agents uncertain to return, Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas appears ready to open the door for youth. Top candidates for Pittsburgh Penguins At the front of the pack is top prospect Rutger McGroarty, who made an impressive contribution last season with three points in five NHL games before a foot injury ended his progression. Having played on the top line with Sidney Crosby and Bryan Rust, his combination of pace and pugnacity makes him a good bet to make the roster out of camp. Ville Koivunen, who collected seven helpers in eight games of NHL action in the 2024–25 season, is versatile and cool, playing with Evgeni Malkin and Sidney Crosby, and this gives him a good shot at cementing a full-time spot. On the blue side, Owen Pickering and Jack St. Ivany are serious challengers. St. Ivany recovered from slow starts and injuries early in the season to stay strong in the AHL late, while Pickering played top-four minutes in the NHL last season alongside Kris Letang. Forward Avery Hayes is making waves following an impressive 60-point AHL season. Recently signed to an entry-level deal, he's recognized for his tireless pace and scoring potential. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [Click Here] 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software Esseps Learn More Undo Filip Hallander, who won Swedish Hockey League Forward of the Year, might finally bring his European success over to the NHL if he impresses in camp. And as for the longer shots, Sam Poulin, Mikhail Ilyin, and Atley Calvert are still worth mentioning. Though they might not make the opening night roster, their excellent play in the AHL or overseas could bring mid-season call-ups. And let us not forget goaltender Joel Blomqvist, whose NHL readiness would be thwarted only by the presence of Tristan Jarry and Alex Nedeljkovic. Also read: 'Thank you, Pittsburgh': Mike Sullivan leaves Pittsburgh Penguins with emotional billboard message With the Pittsburgh Penguins seeking to close the gap between a veteran-rich core and the future stars, training camp looms as pivotal. With roster room and a clear desire for new energy, the likes of Rutger McGroarty and Ville Koivunen are presented with the golden chance to take the franchise in a certain direction right away. What is certain is that the Penguins are set to provide youth with an opportunity—now it is a matter of waiting for the prospects to seize it.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
McGroarty injured as Jarry, Penguins shut out Chicago
This article originally appeared on The stakes were clear when the Pittsburgh Penguins faced Chicago at PPG Paints Arena Tuesday night. Probably because there were very few of them, and almost none were of real consequence. Advertisement OK, so the Penguins were trying to preserve their chances of finishing the season with a break-even 82 points and both clubs are still trying to determine where they'll fit in in the pre-lottery draft order, but that's about it. The Penguins' 5-0 victory raised their record to 32-35-12 — they will finish at NHL .500 if they win their final three games — and goalie Tristan Jarry earned his second shutout of the season by stopping 26 shots, but this otherwise meaningless win might have come at considerable cost. Rookie winger Rutger McGroarty left the game late in the second period after blocking a Connor Bedard shot during a penalty-kill. He did not return for the third, and there was no immediate word on the nature or severity of his injury. Click here to read more from Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Penguins Top Prospect McGroarty On Tear In AHL
There are several Pittsburgh Penguins prospects making some noise at the AHL level this season. And one who figures to be a huge part of their future is hotter than just about everyone right now. Top prospect Rutger McGroarty has been turning some heads lately for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. He has six goals and 14 points in his last 12 games, and he has been leading the way lately for a lethal Penguins' offense that has scored more goals (193) than any other AHL team this season. McGroarty has scored nine of his 12 goals since the turn of the calendar year, as a slow start made it seem like he wasn't adjusting well to professional hockey. However, the 20-year-old forward had the all-around process there all year - he was, simply, snakebitten for most of it. It was an ugly night in Hartford as the WBS Penguins win 7-1 with Rutger McGroarty getting a goal and a primary assist — MS Films (@_msfilms) March 8, 2025 Now that the production is happening in droves, people are beginning to see the process translate into results. His production has married the substantial growth in his all-around game, as his hockey IQ, playmaking smarts, physicality, hard forechecking, and defensive awareness have been on display all season long. Since the Penguins acquired McGroarty from the Winnipeg Jets in an August trade that shipped out forward Brayden Yager - who was Pittsburgh's best prospect at the time - he has been showing why he was such a coveted player when he wanted out of Winnipeg. A lot of McGroarty's skills will transfer well to the NHL level, and there is certainly top-six potential in his future. Penguins fans will keep a keen eye on the blossoming forward as Wilkes-Barre aims for a Calder Cup run this season as one of the AHL's best teams. Bookmark THN - Pittsburgh Penguins on your Google News tab to follow the latest Penguins news, roster moves, player features, and more!
