2026-27 Pittsburgh Penguins Player Projections: Andrei Kuzmenko

TRENDINGFever coach's emotional statementNFL training camp updatesMLB power rankingsLeBron's 76ers debut setFantasy Football Draft KitStory byHunter HodiesWed, August 12, 2026 at 3:57 AM UTC·3 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended Stories2026-27 Pittsburgh Penguins Player Projections: Ben KindelBen Kindel had an amazing rookie season. What's in store for him in 2026-27?The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsTop-20 Penguins' Prospects 2026, No. 14: Feisty Forward Showing Why He Belongs In ProsNext up at No. 14 on THN's Top-20 Penguins' Prospects list is a tenacious, relentless, skilled forward with a mean streak who could work his way onto the NHL roster sooner rather than later.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh Penguins3 Penguins Thoughts: Dubas Divided, ResolutionsJustin Brazeau scored 18 goals with 36 points last season in a career breakout but does not appear to have […] The post 3 Penguins Thoughts: Dubas Divided, Resolutions appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowAdvertisementAdvertisementPensBurgh Top-25 Under 25: No. 14 Tristan BrozThe Top 25 countdown continues with Tristan Broz, who could be hoping to finally see an extended look in the NHL this season after health issues derailed plans to bring him up over the last two years. Catch up on the previous entries for this year: Pensburgh Top 25 Under 25: Graduates and Departed players […]SB NationBuilding the Pens’ top-six next year: more Chinakhov-Crosby?One of the more interesting tactical changes for the Penguins came in their March 30th key game against the Islanders. The Pens would win 8-3 on the road, go beat Detroit 5-1 the next night and never look back on their way to a comfortably qualifying for playoff berth. It was a critical time in […]SB NationPucks N'at Podcast: Does The Koivunen Contract Set A Precedent For Penguins?In this clip from Pucks N'at Podcast, THN - Pittsburgh Penguins editors Kelsey Surmacz and Hunter Hodies break down Ville Koivunen's eight-year deal, whether it will age well for the Penguins, and what kind of precedent it might set for other "betting on potential" contracts for younger players moviThe Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsOilers looking for forwards?Here’s one to keep in the back of your mind. The Edmonton Oilers have some cap space and are leaving it open for flexibility when it comes to adding a forward. Their GM cited an abundance of goaltending and defense. Any team with that setup is an interesting one for the Penguins who (waves hands) […]SB NationPensBurgh Top-25 Under 25: No. 15 Owen PickeringA drop in the rankings for the 2022 first round defenseman.SB NationPenguins Waiver Wire Pick-Ups Provide Important ContextThere will be several Pittsburgh Penguins on waivers this fall. Barring dramatic changes and trades, the Penguins have several more […] The post Penguins Waiver Wire Pick-Ups Provide Important Context appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowPenguins Mystery Prospect Tanner Howe: Always Scrappy, Finally Healthy | PHN InterviewPittsburgh Penguins prospects are emerging, and NHL ice is within reach for several. And one, Ville Koivunen, even got an […] The post Penguins Mystery Prospect Tanner Howe: Always Scrappy, Finally Healthy | PHN Interview appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowLightning's Nikita Kucherov Can Hit Major Milestone Next SeasonNikita Kucherov has a real chance of hitting a significant milestone next season.The Hockey News - Tampa Bay LightningLightning Named Potential Landing Spot For Ex-Canadiens Patrik LaineShould the Lightning look to bring in Laine?The Hockey News - Tampa Bay LightningBlue Jackets Should Consider This UFA Forward For A PTOThis free agent forward would be an interesting player for the Blue Jackets to take a gamble on with a PTO.The Hockey News - Columbus Blue JacketsBest 2026-27 Future Bets for the Boston BruinsThe Boston Bruins shattered everyone's expectations in 2025-26 with their 100-point season, so why are the oddsmakers still undervaluing them?The Hockey NewsBruins Unlikely to Target $9.5 Million Star Veteran ForwardBoston Bruins general manager Don Sweeney has been relatively quiet in free agency so far this summer. So far, the team has mostly addressed roster needs through trades. Boston needed to replace Viktor Arvidsson and Andrew Peeke, and did so by acquiring J.J. Peterka and Will Borgen. The deals should ultimately make the Bruins better […] The post Bruins Unlikely to Target $9.5 Million Star Veteran Forward appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYCapitals' biggest mistake so far in 2026 NHL free agencyCapitals have made several moves in the offseason after failing to make the playoffs and those moves may have been made out of panicClutchPointsDan’s Daily: Pettersson, Nikishin Trade Updates; Penguins WrapThe NHL trade chatter surrounding Elias Pettersson has largely died down, though the Vancouver Canucks effort to move him out […] The post Dan’s Daily: Pettersson, Nikishin Trade Updates; Penguins Wrap appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowWhat Role Anthony Beauvillier Will Play For A Deep Capitals Team This Coming SeasonThe Washington Capitals made quite a few additions this offseason, and with more depth up front, the forward lines will look vastly different heading into the new campaign.The Hockey News - Washington CapitalsCanucks AHL-Affiliate Signs Former Penguins Draft Pick To One-Year ContractThe Abbotsford Canucks have signed former Penguins draft-pick Isaac Belliveau to a one-year AHL contract.The Hockey News - Vancouver CanucksBruins' David Pastrnak Could Hit This Major Milestone Next SeasonAll eyes should be on David Pastrnak this upcoming season.The Hockey News - Boston Bruins