Pittsburgh Penguins unrestricted-free agent Emil Bemstrom will continue his career overseas. He has signed with SC Bern of Switzerland’s National League, per Henrik Sjöberg of Switzerland’s HockeyNews and Tony Androckitis of Inside AHL Hockey. This will mark a return to Europe for Bemstrom, who grew up through the Swedish junior hockey pipeline and has experience in Sweden’s … [Read more...] about Emil Bemstrom Signs In Swiss National League
Alexeyev Unsurprised About Being Non-Tendered This Summer
Speaking with RG’s Daria Tuboltseva, Penguins defenseman Alexander Alexeyev noted that he wasn’t surprised at being non-tendered by Washington back in June. The 25-year-old was a frequent healthy scratch last season, getting into just eight games during the regular season although he suited up more frequently in the playoffs. With Alexeyev having arbitration rights, the … [Read more...] about Alexeyev Unsurprised About Being Non-Tendered This Summer
Could Penguins Consider Waiving And Demoting Recent Defense Adds?
The Penguins have added some defensive depth this summer with the signings of Parker Wotherspoon and Alexander Alexeyev plus the acquisitions of Mathew Dumba and Connor Clifton. At first glance, that would seemingly close the door on prospects Owen Pickering or Harrison Brunicke having a chance to push for a roster spot, even with the team saying both will get long looks in … [Read more...] about Could Penguins Consider Waiving And Demoting Recent Defense Adds?
Caleb Jones Eyeing Roster Spot With Penguins
The Pittsburgh Penguins and GM Kyle Dubas have made a number of acquisitions since the start of free agency, but one under-the-radar move may prove impactful. On the opening day of free agency, the team agreed to terms with left-handed defenseman Caleb Jones on a two-year, $1.8 million deal. While the signing didn’t generate much buzz, Jones could quietly become a meaningful … [Read more...] about Caleb Jones Eyeing Roster Spot With Penguins
Snapshots: Heiskanen, Peddle, Penguins
The Stars will have a fully healthy and fully confident Miro Heiskanen atop their blue line when training camp begins next month, the defender told NHL Finland’s Varpu Sihvonen. “My confidence is back where it used to be now that my knee can take all the practice and feels fine,” Heiskanen said. He told Sihvonen that his training schedule this summer has been normal after … [Read more...] about Snapshots: Heiskanen, Peddle, Penguins
