Pittsburgh Penguins Secure Emil Pieniniemi for Defense
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed 18-year-old defense prospect Emil Pieniniemi to a three-year entry-level contract. Pieniniemi, the Penguins' third-round pick in this year's draft, impressed with his defensive skills in the Finnish U-20 circuit. While he still needs to grow into his 6-foot-2 frame, he has shown potential as a puck-moving defender. Pittsburgh is likely to loan him back to Karpat for the upcoming season, resulting in his contract sliding to start in 2024-25.