Penguins Make Late-Round Picks in 2023 NHL Draft
The Pittsburgh Penguins selected Russian forward Mikhail Ilyin in the fifth round of the 2023 NHL entry draft. Ilyin, who plays for Severstal Cherepovets, has shown promise despite limited playing time in the KHL. The Penguins have a recent history of drafting Russian players, and this pick aligns with that trend.