
Penguins Secure Lapierre in Draft‑Pick Deal with Capitals
The Pittsburgh Penguins announced the acquisition of forward Hendrix Lapierre from the Washington Capitals, trading away a 2027 third‑round pick and a 2028 fifth‑round pick.
Jun 25, 2026
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The Pittsburgh Penguins announced the acquisition of forward Hendrix Lapierre from the Washington Capitals, trading away a 2027 third‑round pick and a 2028 fifth‑round pick.

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