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The Edmonton Oilers' championship drive leaves the Bakersfield Condors relying on a thin prospect pool, yet promising players and veteran additions suggest a competitive season may still be possible.
An analysis of the Pittsburgh Penguins' draft record from 2019 to 2025 reveals a turbulent period marked by early missteps, notable trades, and a recent shift under Kyle Dubas that has begun to yield promising talent.
The Pittsburgh Penguins saw 29 players exit the roster in 2024‑25, sparking a cascade of trades and signings that produced mixed results across the league.
The Flyers' recent contract with Leo Carlsson has raised the stakes for Pittsburgh, which must decide whether to follow suit and pay a premium for top restricted free agents like Jason Robertson and Connor Bedard.
Since capturing the Stanley Cup in 2017, the Penguins have traded away most first‑round picks, struggled to develop young talent and have not won a playoff series since 2018. Recent moves aim to reverse that trend.
General manager Kyle Dubas orchestrated a whirlwind of transactions that lifted the Penguins out of a three‑year playoff slump, blending veteran upgrades with emerging talent, while a single trade raised questions about its long‑term impact.
Despite a heartbreaking overtime loss, Pittsburgh's emerging talents displayed resilience, with standout performances from prospects like Harrison Brunicke and Sergei Murashov, while the team's camaraderie hinted at a bright future.
The upcoming Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes reveals contrasting roster strategies that the Penguins can emulate as they seek to rebuild competitively.