Top-20 Penguins' Prospects 2026, No. 19: Forward Looking More Like Late-Round Steal

TRENDINGMLB trade deadline trackerSkubal defends tradeCollege Fantasy Football drafts are openNFL training camp updatesPochettino returning to USMNTStory byKelsey SurmaczTue, August 4, 2026 at 3:59 AM UTC·6 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesTop-20 Penguins' Prospects 2026, No. 20: Defenseman Continues To Make Steady ProgressLanding at No. 20 on the THN - Pittsburgh Penguins Top-20 Prospects List for 2026 is a defenseman whose growth last season lent to him rising up the ranks.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh Penguins2026-27 Pittsburgh Penguins Player Projections: Rickard RakellRickard Rakell is still with the Pittsburgh Penguins, meaning it's time to look at how he projects for the upcoming season.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsPenguins Q&A: Why No Trade? Mario’s Role & the Top ProspectWhy, there have been no NHL trades of note in weeks, and certainly no Pittsburgh Penguins trade chatter of note. […] The post Penguins Q&A: Why No Trade? Mario’s Role & the Top Prospect appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowAdvertisementAdvertisementPenguins Roster Turnover: Who Succeeded, Who Flopped ElsewhereStable at the top with a swift undercurrent of change below. The Pittsburgh Penguins roster turnover has been remarkable since […] The post Penguins Roster Turnover: Who Succeeded, Who Flopped Elsewhere appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowPenguins Switching Prospects Tournament; Buffalo Showcase EndingSeveral years ago, the Pittsburgh Penguins elected not to be a full participant in the Prospects Challenge held annually at […] The post Penguins Switching Prospects Tournament; Buffalo Showcase Ending appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowPenguins’s Sidney Crosby To Reach Historic Milestone In 2027Throughout their history, the Pittsburgh Penguins have been fortunate to feature some of the greatest players in NHL history, from Mario Lemieux and Jaromir Jagr to Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin.The franchise has captured the Stanley Cup five times, beginning with its first championship in 1991. That victory marked the start of back-to-back titles, a […] The post Penguins’s Sidney Crosby To Reach Historic Milestone In 2027 appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYYoung Anaheim Ducks Players Who Could "Graduate" into Impactful NHL Roles in 2026-27As blockbuster trades and massive contracts reshape Anaheim’s roster, rising young players like Nikita Nesterenko and Sam Colangelo must now translate minor-league production into full-time NHL success.The Hockey News - Anaheim DucksPensBurgh Top 25 Under 25: No. 21 (bonus) Brady PeddleAfter shuffling names around, imagine the horror to see the list start this week and realize a name was omitted from the proceedings! We’ll never say who, but to even things out, Brady Peddle is going to slot in where he belongs at 21. A bonus 21, if you will, since Zam Plante also holds […]SB NationFlames Prospect Wyttenbach Following Up Stellar NCAA Season With Red-Hot SummerCould Ethan Wyttenbach become one of the biggest steals of the 2025 NHL Draft? The Flames prospect continues to impress this summer.The Hockey News - Calgary FlamesPenn State Hockey Preview: ForwardsWill it be a rebuild or reload for Penn State’s forwards?SB NationDan’s Daily: Trade Rumors Cool; Makar Questions; Penguins FormerIt looks like we are settling in for a quiet, very quiet August as even the Minnesota Wild trade pushes […] The post Dan’s Daily: Trade Rumors Cool; Makar Questions; Penguins Former appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowTop Flyers Prospect Will Benefit Learning from Ryan GetzlafThe legendary forward will coach for Canada at the 2027 World Juniors.The Hockey News - Philadelphia FlyersWild Have Potential Trade Target To Consider In Bruins Top CenterThe Wild should strongly consider making a push for Pavel Zacha.The Hockey News - Minnesota WildSabres Prospect Profile - Dylan Dumont17-year-old winger scored 28 goals for QMJHL Drummondville last seasonThe Hockey News - Buffalo SabresNY Rangers Trade Pitch Lands Penguins 35-Goal Star WingerThe New York Rangers have undoubtedly had a busy offseason. The Blueshirts have brought in many new players this offseason as they look to turn things around during the 2026-27 season.While the Rangers have made several moves this offseason, it is fair to argue that they should not be done just yet. When looking at […] The post NY Rangers Trade Pitch Lands Penguins 35-Goal Star Winger appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYNY Rangers Prospect Cole Beaudoin Could ‘Force’ Way to NHL This FallCole Beaudoin may not be considered a future first- or second-line center, but he might not be far off from being an effective third- or fourth-line center. The post NY Rangers Prospect Cole Beaudoin Could ‘Force’ Way to NHL This Fall appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYNHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: St. Louis Blues Balancing Retool Better Than Most TeamsThe St. Louis Blues are trying to balance improving their prospect pool while also remaining a playoff team. They've done a solid job of improving their NHL roster through trades, and they've beefed up their prospect pool through multiple first-round picks.The Hockey NewsDeen’s Daily: Avalanche Storylines to Follow; AHL Additions; Penguins Roster TurnoverThe Colorado Avalanche have quite a few storylines to follow this upcoming season, including Brock Nelson and goaltending. Two of […] The post Deen’s Daily: Avalanche Storylines to Follow; AHL Additions; Penguins Roster Turnover appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.Colorado Hockey NowShould Canadiens Caufield Land On NHL’s Top 20 Wingers List?Cole Caufield's body of work in the last season should see him land a spot on NHL Network's Top 20 Right Now Wingers list, read on to find out why.The Hockey News - Montreal CanadiensJenner Excited To Help Lead Capitals' Rising Young Core: 'I Can Help Those Guys Come Along'The Washington Capitals have a balance of veterans and rising young stars on their roster heading into the 2026-27 campaign, and new addition Boone Jenner is looking forward to being a part of it.The Hockey News - Washington Capitals