The Penguins placed forward Joona Koppanen on waivers Friday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports. He’ll be assigned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton if he clears. It’s Koppanen’s second time on the wire this season. He cleared during training camp and began the campaign in the minors before Pittsburgh recalled him in early November as the corresponding move for Filip … [Read more...] about Penguins Place Joona Koppanen On Waivers
Which NHLer Is Most Likely To Seek A Contract Termination?
The NHL has recently experienced an unusual trend: an increase in players choosing to forgo guaranteed contracts that still owe them millions to find a playing situation that better suits them. This process involves the player clearing standard waivers with the team anticipating they’ll refuse to report to their AHL affiliate, creating a breach of contract that allows the team … [Read more...] about Which NHLer Is Most Likely To Seek A Contract Termination?
Will Horcoff Impressing In NCAA
When the Pittsburgh Penguins drafted center Will Horcoff at the No. 24 slot at the 2025 NHL Draft, their selection came earlier than where Horcoff had been ranked by most public-facing outlets. While he was ranked No. 27 by TSN’s Bob McKenzie and No. 28 by Corey Pronman of The Athletic, many other outlets, such as the team at Elite Prospects and TSN’s Craig Button, ranked him … [Read more...] about Will Horcoff Impressing In NCAA
Afternoon Notes: Formenton, Merkulov, Penguins
The Ottawa Senators have until Monday to re-sign or trade former winger Alex Formenton. If they wait beyond then, Formenton will become an unrestricted free agent. A few days out, it appears that will be exactly what happens, per Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Citizen. Formenton was one of five players accused in the high-profile sexual assault trial that reached a verdict … [Read more...] about Afternoon Notes: Formenton, Merkulov, Penguins
Penguins Assign Tristan Broz And Danton Heinen To AHL
The Penguins have freed up a pair of spots on their active roster in advance of Monday’s game against Philadelphia. The team announced (Twitter link) that they’ve assigned forwards Tristan Broz and Danton Heinen to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. Broz was recalled back on Monday to get his first taste of NHL action. He made one appearance, recording two shots on goal in 11:30 of … [Read more...] about Penguins Assign Tristan Broz And Danton Heinen To AHL