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| Player | Rights | Pos | Age | Report | Overall | Notes | Created | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Bunting |  | LW | 28 | 5 of 5 | 78
L3
| The Bunting / Carolina marriage has not gone to plan for the player or the team. In 60GP - Bunting averaged 15:00 TOI - 12:16 ES - 2:49 PP He produced 13G - 23A 6G - 10A on the PP Only credited with 25 hits / 15 shot blocks Change of scenery might do the player good. At his best when emptying the tank and playing with relentless compete. Not the kind of forward who can quit in any zone. His off the puck detail has been well below standard in 23/24. - Team worst (-15) Signed through 25/26 - $4.5 million AAV - 10 Team no trade list | Mar. 2, 2024 | Mar. 7, 2024 |
| Lars Eller | | LW | 34 | 3 of 3 | 71
L4
| Veteran forward being used in all situations in Pittsburgh. Averages 15:34 TOI overall Through 54GP - 12G - 9A (-1) defensively. Wins 54% of his draws. Low-end physical presence despite stature 47 hits - 37 shot blocks Average plus skater. Role player at this stage of his career. Signed through 24/25 Cap hit = $2.45M | Mar. 3, 2024 | Mar. 6, 2024 |
| Reilly Smith | | RW | 32 | 4 of 4 | 80
L3
| Updated Stats as of March 6th - Leading up to trade deadline Smith has averaged 16:00 TOI over the course of the season in Pittsburgh. He's used in all situations. Second unit PK. Through 54GP - 11G - 18A (+0) defensively Play driver at times. Shooter on the PP. Generally responsible defensively. Not a ton of physicality with his game (40 hits - 18 shot blocks) Streaky. Signed through 24/25. Cap hit $5.0 million. Ten team no trade clause this year - drops to eight teams next season. Middle six forward. | Mar. 3, 2024 | Mar. 6, 2024 |
| Reilly Smith | | RW | 32 | 3 of 4 | 80
L3
| Smith has averaged 16:00 TOI over the course of the season in Pittsburgh. In his first 47GP he chipped in with 10G - 13A. He's used in all situations and continues to skate at NHL pace. His role on the PK is second unit. Play driver at times. Shooter on the PP. Generally responsible defensively, but like all players he has moments where he could be more dialed in. Not a ton of physicality with his game (34 hits - 12 shot blocks) Streaky. Signed through 24/25. Cap hit $5.0 million. Ten team no trade clause this year - drops to eight teams next season. Middle six forward. | Feb. 20, 2024 | Feb. 23, 2024 |
| Reilly Smith | | RW | 32 | 2 of 4 | 79
L3
| Smith's ice time, and role with the Penguins, has ranged at times this season. His overall TOI has averaged 16:16 for the year - 13:30 at ES and 1:45 on the PP. He generally doesn't see the ice on the penalty-kill, but coming out of the break he was used as a depth PK versus Winnipeg. Smith skates well, he can be a threat off the rush on occasion, sets up net-front/middle bumper on the PP and the ability to provide better than secondary scoring. His 8G-12A in his first 41GP with the Pens is less than ideal for what the organization was hoping to get out of Smith. Good release. Generally aggressive directing pucks on net when he sees a lane. Doesn't provide a ton of push back physically - only credited with 23 hits and 11 shot blocks. Signed through 24/25. Contract carries a $5.0M AAV that is armed with a 10 team no trade list this season - and an 8 team not trade list in the final year. Leaning third-line forward more than second line forward at this stage of his career. | Feb. 6, 2024 | Feb. 7, 2024 |
| Jesse Puljujärvi | | RW | 25 | 2 of 2 | 74
L3
| Puljujarvi was averaging 17 minutes of ice time in the AHL, including a primary role on the power-play where he averaged 3 minutes per game. He got off to a slow start, going scoreless in his first four games, before contributing 4G-5A in his last nine games played. Has produced offense in a variety of ways in Wilkes-Barre. He's scored from the weak-side flank on the power-play and found pucks around the crease area to deposit in the net. He's been using his big frame (6'4 201lbs) to his advantage when boxing out opponents. He's also moving well in open ice. He's shown he can pull away from opponents, in open ice, and take pucks to the net off the rush. Average / Average plus detail defensively. There are moments in games he gets caught watching the player with the puck in the defensive zone and loses track of his check in the process. | Feb. 3, 2024 | Feb. 6, 2024 |
| Michael Bunting | | LW | 28 | 4 of 5 | 78
L3
| In a ten game segment from December 17th - January 6th - Bunting scored 3G-4A - His TOI ranged from 12:00 - 17:00 depending on special teams All of his TOI comes at ES and PP. He doesn't PK in Carolina. Generally playing to the same identity. A third line / second line forward on any given night. Energetic. On the edge. Hasn't had the same, game to game, impact in Carolina as he had in Toronto. Defensive awareness / commitment off the puck ranges. | Jan. 5, 2024 | Jan. 7, 2024 |
| Brayden Yager | | C | 18 | 4 of 4 | A-
L2
| Yager was selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the first round (14th) at the 2023 NHL draft. Over the course of his WHL career he has shown the ability to produce offense a variety of ways. In his rookie season he displayed a 'shoot first' approach in the offensive zone. Last season he flipped the script and started to distribute the puck / become more of a play maker. This year, he is best described as a hybrid of both styles. Before leaving for Team Canada camp, Yager had produced 17G-24A in 28GP. His overall game is quicker and faster. He can be a threat off the rush and has the legs to check back all the way to his goal line when he exits the offensive zone late. Yager goes about his business in a responsible way. He doesn't cut corner to produce offense. | Dec. 19, 2023 | Dec. 22, 2023 |
| Erik Karlsson | | RD | 33 | 3 of 3 | 82
P1
| Averages over 24:00 TOI Bulk of his ice time comes at ES and PP#1. Equal parts distributor / shooter on the PP. Risk/reward/transitional 'D' who will have lapses in the defensive zone at times ... but his overall commitment from the defensive red line to his net has been better than average overall in Pittsburgh. Not physical. Blocks, on average, at least one shot per game. Area defender. Criticized for mistakes ... but ... through his first 28GP in a Pens uniform he produced 6G-15A and was a (+12 | Dec. 13, 2023 | Dec. 15, 2023 |
| Sidney Crosby | | C | 36 | 3 of 3 | 90
FP
| Not much has changed with how he impacts the game and carries the mail for the Pens. Averages around 20:00 TOI - Primary ice time comes at ES and PP. Rarely used on the PK. Play driver. Gets pucks to the net. Elite vision. Averages over a point per game. Deals with having to play through opponents top checkers on a nightly basis. Quick stick in small areas. Extends plays along the wall. Has fantastic leverage / core strength that assists with shielding defenders. Wins, incredibly, nearly 60% of his draws. Continues to play with pace. No holes. | Dec. 13, 2023 | Dec. 15, 2023 |
| Sidney Crosby | | C | 36 | 2 of 3 | 88
FP
| Continues to play at an elite level. One of the top leaders in all of sport. Through his first 19GP - 13G - 10 A - 23PTS - (+11) Averages 18:53 TOI - 15:37 ES - 3:06 PP - 0:09 PK Play driver off the rush. Gets pucks to the net in the offensive zone. Has generated 72 SOG. Outstanding in the face-off circle. Has won 59.67% of his draws. Leads the Pens in scoring. Competes up and down the ice. Takes pride in his craft. Leads by example. Can carry the team on his back on any given night. Continues to play with pace. Creativity speaks for itself. Blessed with elite hockey sense / spatial awareness. | Nov. 24, 2023 | Nov. 25, 2023 |
| Ryan Graves | | LD | 28 | 2 of 2 | 82
P2
| Graves is a perfect example of a player who compliments his defensive partner. He skates along side Kris Letang. Graves is a '2-way / Defensive D', whereas Letang is a 'Transitional D'. Letang is a play maker who is willing to lead and join the rush. Graves is the kind of player who takes stock of what his partner is doing and keeps the play in front of him / takes less risk. If the Pens are going to make it back to playoffs this year, they will depend heavily on a player like Graves. He matches up against top lines. He's one of the first defenders rolling over the boards on the penalty-kill. The coaching staff can trust his detail off important defensive zone draws. Watch Graves closely. His spatial awareness (head on a swivel taking stock of what's happening around him) is fantastic. He's always aware. He moves well for a big man. His long reach keeps opponents to the perimeter. He doesn't go out of his way looking for a big hit. When the timing is right he closes the gap physically. Graves rotates / fronts the play very well. He gets in shooting lanes to block shots. A defender his size is difficult to make plays 'around' He's averaging 21:28 TOI - 18:54 ES - 0:00 PP - 2:33 PK. All of his minutes are hard minutes. | Oct. 24, 2023 | Oct. 28, 2023 |
| Michael Bunting | | LW | 28 | 3 of 5 | 78
L2
| Easily defined. Brings energy. Difficult to play against. Can be a distraction. Isn't the quickest, fastest, most skilled player in the league - but he's effective in his role. Relentless compete. Crosses the line at times with his approach. Needs to scale things back at times / pick his spots trying to get under the skin of opponents. Better than average with the puck. Not shy about setting up shop around opponents net. Battles for positioning / setting screens / looking for tips and rebounds. First year in Carolina. Averaging 18:03 TOI - 12:44 ES - 5:19 PP - does not PK - to start the year | Oct. 24, 2023 | Oct. 26, 2023 |
| Lars Eller | | LW | 34 | 2 of 3 | 71
L4
| His offensive numbers have fallen off in recent years but he remains a player capable of a 4F role. In (22/23), split between Washington and Colorado, he averaged 15:14 and 13:40 TOI. His year end offense totaled 10G-13A. Credited with 93 hits. Good size. Still capable of skating at NHL pace. Execution and creativity with the puck on his stick is somewhat limited at this stage of his career. Depth forward who can skate at ES and one of the PK units. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 12, 2023 |
| Sidney Crosby | | C | 36 | 1 of 3 | 88
FP
| Remains one of the premier players in the entire league In (22/23) he played in all 82 games. Averaged 20:08 TOI. Deployed at ES and PP#1. Scored 33G-60A 9 PPG -18 PPA - 9 GWG Credited with 71 hits and 47 shot blocks Won 53% of his draws Strong. Sturdy. Plays with pace. Dangerous off the rush and in tight spaces around the net. Elite. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Matt Nieto | | LW | 30 | 1 of 1 | 73
L4
| Depth NHL forward who plays the game quick and fast. Competes. Brings an energy element. In (22/23) playing for SJ and Colorado average TOI ranged from 11:00 - 15:00 - Deployed ES and PK Speed allows him to arrive ahead of opponents when F1 on forecheck - also can create turnovers with his tenacity Role player but valuable in right scenarios Secondary offense - 12G 12A last season | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Pierre-Olivier Joseph | | LD | 24 | 1 of 1 | 77
P3
| Third pairing 'D'' who can slip into top four if required, but has not established himself as a second pairing regular. Good size. Lean. Long reach. Rangy. Good feet. Has the ability to close on opponents and win races to pucks. Offensively he can provide better than depth offense. Scored 5G-16A in (22/23). Averaged 15:14 TOI. Generally deployed at ES and PP#2. Can direct pucks on goal, from range, accurately. Although he has not established himself as a regular on the PK, he has the skill for the role provided he manages the game with consistent poise defensively. At this stage his defensive 'calm' can range at times. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Evgeni Malkin | | C | 37 | 2 of 2 | 85
L1
| As his career has aged he has dealt with injuries but rebounded in (22/23) by playing in all 82 games. Elite offensive talent. Big body. Hard to defend with his stature and length. Sees the ice exceptionally well. Averaged 18:34 TOI. Deployed ES and PP. Scored 11G - 25A on the PP. Doesn't run people over physically. He leans on people and he's hard to escape when engaged one vs one in the defensive zone. Only 53 hits and 33 shot blocks last season. Empties the tank. Gives all he has at this stage in his career. Remains a threat to produce offense on a consistent basis. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Rickard Rakell | | LW | 30 | 2 of 2 | 78
L2
| Played every game for Pittsburgh in (22/23) Averaged 18:26 TOI Deployed at ES and PP#2 Leans shooter more than distributor. Has some bump to his game in the hard areas. Battles net front. Engaged along the wall. Credited with 141 hits and 53 shot blocks. Aggressive with the puck on his stick. Directed 243 SOG. Sniper on the PP. Can score from the bumper position, back side, or net front tips / battles Skating stride has always been unusual but he gets from A to B on time and can occasionally push the rush in transition. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Erik Karlsson | | RD | 33 | 2 of 3 | 82
P1
| Arrives in Pittsburgh fresh off winning the Norris trophy last year in San Jose. There's no secret about what he brings to the Pens. Pure offense. Transitional 'D'. PP QB Elite offensively. Thinks the game and executes in the offensive zone at one of the highest rates in the entire NHL. Averaged 25:36 TOI last season. The majority of his ice time comes at ES and PP#1. He cleaned up at the end of the PK but was not thrust in to a primary role. Eclipsed 100 points but still finished the season (-26) defensively Does not engage physically in his zone. An area defender. Was credited with 90 shot blocks. Risk/reward player. He cuts corners in all three zones to impact the game offensively but his element is exceptionally elite. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Kris Letang | | RD | 36 | 1 of 1 | 84
P2
| Despite some physical setbacks, he continues to play at a high level. Leans second pairing 'D' more than top pairing at this stage of his career, but remains a solid top four overall. Skating remains sound. Excellent vision. Makes plays offensively. Involved defensively. He isn't always detailed in his zone, but he competes and works to keep the puck out of high danger areas. Averaged 24:51 TOI in (22/23) 161 shots on goal - 162 hits - 108 shot blocks | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Noel Acciari | | C | 31 | 1 of 1 | 78
L4
| Depth forward who can match up versus middle six opponents. High end compete Empties the tank every shift Physical. Always involved. Scores in streaks. All of his goals came at ES in (22/23) Split season between St. Louis and Toronto. Averaged around 14:00 TOI ES and PK. 244 hits - 81 blocked shots Wins over 55% of his face-offs. Team guy. Plays a valuable role. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Jansen Harkins | | C | 26 | 1 of 1 | 70
L4
| Depth player Slide into the lineup as a 4F. Could also be considered a 13F. Plays with energy and compete. Quick to space. Limited offense at the NHL level. Was not used on special teams last year playing in Winnipeg. Dressed for 22GP. Averaged 10:49 TOI. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Marcus Pettersson | | LD | 27 | 2 of 2 | 79
P2
| Has evolved into a reliable '2-way D' who can be matched up versus top of the lineup opponents at home and on the road. Tall. Lean. Not physically punishing, but also doesn't back down from contact. Credited with 133 hits and 131 shot blocks in (22/23). Averaged over 20:00 TOI. ES and PK#1 Uses his length as an advantage in the defensive zone. Long reach. Rangy. Takes away time and space. Useful player who competes on a consistent basis. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Ryan Graves | | LD | 28 | 1 of 2 | 78
P2
| A 2-way 'D' who plays with reliable detail in all three zones, especially in his zone. Low risk. Takes what is given. Moves the puck/outlets responsibly. Rarely joins as an extra layer offensively, but when does have the puck on his stick in the offensive zone he has shown he can beat goalies from distance on occasion. When he has a lane he isn't shy about directing pucks on net. Playing for New Jersey in (22/23), he averaged 19:56 TOI and was deployed at ES and PK#1 Big body / not punishing / an 'in the way' bumper. Credited with 83 hits and 152 shot blocks. Second pairing 'D' who compliments a more active / risk taking partner. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Reilly Smith | | RW | 32 | 1 of 4 | 82
L2
| Arrives in Pittsburgh fresh off a Stanley Cup championship with Las Vegas in (22/23) Continues to play with pace. Can be a threat off the rush. Has the hockey sense to find quiet ice / open lanes in the offensive zone. Used in all situations last season. Averaged 16:58 TOI. Credited with 69 hits and 32 shot blocks. Motion player who disrupts the play by getting in shooting lanes or jumping to loose pucks ahead of opponents. There are nights he looks like he should be a 35 goal scorer. There are also nights his detail ranges and his energy could go to another level. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Bryan Rust | | RW | 31 | 1 of 1 | 80
L3
| A middle six forward who is capable as a 2F or 3F. In (22/23) he averaged 17:53 TOI and was deployed in all situations. Scored 2g-9a on the PP. Sound skater. Reliable three zone detail. Not shy about driving the net and directing pucks on net. Good puck touch. Low maintenance pro who can be thrust into a variety of roles and has shown the ability to score timely goals. Credited with 98 hits and 50 shot blocks. Always around the play. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Drew O'Connor | | LW | 25 | 1 of 1 | 62
L4
| Depth forward at the NHL level. Has proven he can produce offense at the AHL level. Good size Skates fine on straight lines. Average agility / tight turns / edges. Has some push back and battle to his game when required. Played 46 games for the Pens in (22/23). Averaged 9:48 TOI. Credited with 63 hits. Leans 12F/13F. All of his TOI last year came at ES / no special teams. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Alex Nedeljkovic | | G | 27 | 1 of 1 | 67
2A
| Has had a difficult time duplicating the success he had in (20/21) when he was a member of the Carolina Hurricanes (23GP - 1.90GAA - .932%) Stocky frame. Not big by NHL standards. Butterfly style. Has better than average athletic ability. Crease composure ranges. Like all goalies, he gets into trouble when he allows too many second chances against and wanders outside his posts. Appears to be struggling with his confidence more than his actual style. Numbers have fallen off dramatically, to the point he has spent time back in the AHL trying to find his game. 15GP in Detroit last season - 3.53GAA - .895% | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Tristan Jarry | | G | 28 | 1 of 1 | 73
1B
| Struggled, off and on, with injury in (22/23) - played 47 games - 2.90GAA - .910% Good size Butterfly style Not elite in any one category / skill wise Tracks effectively but doesn't have exceptional quickness when plays move left/right in high danger areas Gloves are average plus. Average playing the puck / doesn't launch the attack with long range outlets on a regular basis. Rebound control is also generally sound. Big stop ability in late stages of the game has to be monitored. There are nights he puts together a solid 40 minutes but has a hard time closing the deal in the third period / overtime / shootout. | Oct. 10, 2023 | Oct. 11, 2023 |
| Erik Karlsson | | RD | 32 | 1 of 3 | 67
P1
| Coming off an incredible season offensively. Transitional defenceman. Risk/Reward. Lacks the consistent defensive commitment to be used on the PK or in key defensive zone scenarios Mid-range battle in the trenches. Limited physical push back. Elite offensively. Elevated his game offensively in 22/23 and produced the top season of his career. Directed over 200 shots on goal. Sound pace. His legs looked young after enduring some injury setbacks in recent years. Expensive contract and full 'no move clause' gives player complete control of where he goes next. | Apr. 4, 2023 | Jun. 22, 2023 |
| Brayden Yager | | C | 18 | 3 of 4 | C+
T6
| He flipped the script from the previous season. Last year he scored more goals and had less assists. This season he opened up and distributed the puck more effectively - leading to less goals and more assists. Great hands. Excellent vision. Takes advantage of time and space. Aggressive getting pucks to the net. His skating stride is fine but he needs to add strength and discover another gear in transition to allow his element to have more impact off the rush. Fantastic vision on the PP. Defensively he identifies his responsibility but his attention to detail ranges. Element is offense. | Apr. 24, 2023 | Jun. 13, 2023 |
| Emil Järventie | | LW | 18 | 1 of 1 | D+
RL
| A light, undersize, skill player who contributes a secondary layer of offense. Not an elite point producer for his stature. Good skater - more quick than fast On the PP he generally finds pucks on his weak side and isn't shy about directing shots on goal from the flank. All of his ice time comes at ES and PP. Doesn't PK. Requires more strength and desire to win pucks along the boards. Doesn't have to be physical / only more tenacious. | Apr. 30, 2023 | - |
| Brayden Yager | | C | 18 | 2 of 4 | C+
T6
| In his first WHL season he produced more goals than assists -In his second season he has flipped the script - Safe to assume he can contribute scoring and playmaking More strength required as he matures - right now he has a difficult time consistently getting to the middle of the ice and battling in the hard areas When he gets the edge his first instinct is to direct pucks on net - Bottom line is he produces offense - Potential top 6 - maybe top 3 NHL forward | Jan. 25, 2023 | Feb. 7, 2023 |
| Lars Eller | | LW | 33 | 1 of 3 | 60
M6
| Veteran player who is starting to see his ice time cut back. His three zone detail does have its warts at times. At this stage of his career he is turning over more pucks in key areas of the ice when under duress. His quickness to open space has fallen off a bit. Production has been on the decline the last few years. Averages 0.5 ppg which puts him in more of a middle six category than top six. Being used primarily at ES and PK. | Oct. 13, 2022 | Oct. 14, 2022 |
| Valtteri Puustinen | | RW | 23 | 1 of 1 | 58
RL
| An undersize forward who can be a threat off the rush Plays quick Crafty on the PP. Could lean PP specialist. His off the puck detail and defensive awareness are areas of concern The kind of player who can create offense when needed but also cannot be used in key defensive zone scenarios. | Sep. 17, 2022 | Sep. 27, 2022 |
| Corey Andonovski | | RW | 23 | 1 of 1 | 56
RL
| Noticeable at the Buffalo Sabres Prospects Challenge for his speed and skill from the perimeter. Quick in open space. Can transition pucks through the neutral zone. Lacks an interior game. Most of his offense is generated from the perimeter and on the PP. A shooter on the PP. Has a quick release from the weak side flank. Overall he plays a relatively light, skilled game. Skill to be used ES and PP. Average defensively | Sep. 17, 2022 | Sep. 27, 2022 |
| Samuel Poulin | | LW | 21 | 1 of 1 | 60
M6
| At the Buffalo Sabres Prospects Challenge he played in one game and contributed 1g-2a A strong, heavy style forward who is difficult to move off the play along the wall and around the crease. Impacts the game from the hash marks down in the offensive zone. Not a transition / open ice threat off the rush. Has a chance to contribute some secondary scoring at the NHL level. The kind of player who can wear down opponents and be deployed at ES and potentially the PP | Sep. 17, 2022 | Sep. 27, 2022 |
| Filip Lindberg | | G | 23 | 1 of 1 | 74
#3
| Athletic Plays an active butterfly style. Rebound control ranges but he is quick and battles to make second stops His low net coverage is sound. Good gloves. Average playing the puck. Lacks stature in his crease when down in the butterfly. Not big by NHL goalie standards. The fact he never quits on pucks, is athletic and quick, are all pluses. | Sep. 17, 2022 | Sep. 27, 2022 |
| Brayden Yager | | C | 17 | 1 of 4 | C+
T3
| Goal scorer. Produces offense. Off the rush if he gets the edge he immediately looks to get pucks on net. More of a shooter than a distributor Room for more strength. In time he will be challenged physically and will need to develop more of a board / interior game to respond. Top 3 point producing NHL forward on projection. | Jul. 31, 2022 | Aug. 7, 2022 |
| Evgeni Malkin | | C | 35 | 1 of 2 | 67
T6
| Has struggled with injuries in recent years When healthy there is no question Malkin can contribute offensively and play to his identity Big body. Elite thinker in offensive zone. Equal parts finisher and distributor. Massive threat on the PP. No surprises about his game at this point in his career. Health is only concern. | May 7, 2022 | Jul. 12, 2022 |
| Michael Bunting | | LW | 26 | 1 of 5 | 63
M6
| An energy provider who brings better than average skill and ability to produce offense Benefits from playing up in the lineup with #34 and #16 but he has earned the right to keep the role. Goes to the hard areas. Has some grease. Willing to push back. He's involved and competes. Was used regular shift and on the power play in his first full year in the NHL in 21/22 and produced offensively. Has the ability and approach to play up and down the lineup but isn't the kind of player that will drive a line. | Feb. 21, 2022 | Jul. 12, 2022 |
| Jesse Puljujärvi | | RW | 23 | 1 of 2 | 56
M6
| 4 of his 14 goals came on the PP in 21/22 Avg TOI was 16:13 Used at ES and PP. Pace is above average but not elite. Tale of two seasons in one. When he plays up in the lineup with McDavid or Draisaitl he produces offensively. When he finds himself on the third line he struggles to produce and doesn't drive the line. Polarizing player who is still young enough to be considered a prospect | Mar. 1, 2022 | Jul. 12, 2022 |
| Rickard Rakell | | LW | 28 | 1 of 2 | 57
M6
| AVG TOI (18:17) ES, PP, 4v4 On the PP he opens up on his off-side. Distributes. Can one time pucks. Goes to net looking to clean up rebounds and occasionally looking for tips. On one of the PP units he is used as the middle bumper. Moves fine. A bit of an unusual stride but he gets places on time. His element is his production on the PP. Brings secondary scoring overall. Generally plays with enough detail in his zone. Solid middle of the lineup / at times top 6 player. | Mar. 1, 2022 | Jul. 12, 2022 |
| Cruz Lucius | | RW | 17 | 1 of 1 | C+
M6
| Cruz ended his 2021-2022 season on a positive note at the World U18 Championships in Germany. He contributed 2g-5a-7pts in 6gp. He is the kind of player that might have played a higher role in the lineup if not for some of the other talented forwards on Team USA. Cruz has decent size and strength. He moves well and solid offensive tools. He handles the puck, can transport it between the blue lines, and has a good release. In time he could develop into a secondary scoring option at the NHL level | Mar. 27, 2022 | Jul. 2, 2022 |
| Owen Pickering | | RD | 18 | 2 of 2 | C+
P2
| Represented Canada at the U18 Worlds after his season ended in Swift Current. At the Worlds he was deployed in all situations and part of their leadership group. Owen brings size. skates well, is capable of producing better than secondary offense and has room for more weight and strength. A 2-way 'D' who does possess a transitional element. He is not likely to be a first pairing PP 'D' as a pro. Owen has the type of game to compliment a risk taking partner. He projects to be a top 4 NHL defenceman. | Apr. 23, 2022 | Jul. 1, 2022 |
| Nolan Collins | | RD | 17 | 1 of 1 | D+
RL
| Nolan was deployed as a middle pairing 'D' for Team Canada at the World U18 Championships in Germany. He's an average defender He competes but has, at times, difficulty keeping opponents in front of him and positioning himself appropriately. Especially around his crease. On occasion he does show the ability to slip off a check and make an outlet. At this time he projects to be a 2-way D. There isn't an elite or exceptionally poor element in his game. Good size. Moves fine. | Apr. 23, 2022 | Jul. 1, 2022 |
| Owen Pickering | | RD | 18 | 1 of 2 | B+
P2
| His performance in the Top Prospects Game should increase his stock. Partnered with ('Mateychuk'). They complimented each other. A 2-way 'D' with sneaky ability with the puck. Made several (small area) plays. Launched the attack with accurate outlets. Moves well. Long reach is an asset. Doesn't back down. Identified and executed. Smart. Reliable IQ. | Feb. 2, 2022 | Mar. 25, 2022 |
| Michael Bunting | | LW | 26 | 2 of 5 | 63
M6
| There is no question this player benefits from playing with (#34) but he has to be recognized for his contribution and the way he goes about his business. Tenacious competitor with good skill. It has taken some time to arrive at the NHL level. He's making the most out of the opportunity. He's a bit of a greasy player who will get under the skin of opponents. Being used at ES and on the PP. Complimentary skill. Not the kind of player who can carry a line offensively. | Mar. 13, 2022 | Mar. 14, 2022 |
| Marcus Pettersson | | LD | 25 | 1 of 2 | 60
P2
| AVG TOI (15:54) Used at ES and on the PP. Occasionally on the PK A distributor on the PP who leads the B/O Tall / not heavy. Moves well for his stature. Long stride. Agile. Good edges. Sound IQ. Keeps the play in front of him. Knows when to join the rush and when to stay back and play it safe. Distributes well. Has a plan. Outlets are accurate and hard. He's an area defender with a long reach and big frame. No easy ice in his lane. Very reliable. 2-way D. Capable of more minutes. Signed through 2024/25 | Mar. 8, 2022 | Mar. 11, 2022 |
| Daniel Laatsch | | LD | 19 | 1 of 1 | D+
DP
| Tall / Rangy defender who is getting his feet wet at the college level taking regular shift Long reach is an asset Loads of room for more muscle / weight Not shy in the trenches. He will lean on opponents. Displays the ability to contain and win 1/1 battles in his zone A developing prospect who leans 2-way 'D' and has enough game to occasionally join the rush and pinch down to keep pucks alive in the offensive zone. | Nov. 27, 2021 | Jan. 2, 2022 |
| Jack St. Ivany | | RD | 22 | 1 of 1 | D+
P3
| Plays with a presence as a veteran college player Good size defender who leans 2-way D as a pro. Being used in all situations at the college level. Producing more offense. Capable with the puck but not elite. Leans on opponents. Competes. Reliable enough to be used in a variety of roles. Rangy. | Oct. 30, 2021 | Jan. 1, 2022 |
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