Penguins Acquire F Hendrix Lapierre From Capitals
Washington added two future draft picks and now owns 20 selections across the next three NHL Drafts, officials said.
- On Wednesday, the Washington Capitals traded forward Hendrix Lapierre to the Pittsburgh Penguins, continuing their ongoing roster reshaping and stockpiling of future draft assets.
- Selected 22nd overall in the 2020 NHL Draft, Lapierre was once viewed as a top prospect but struggled to secure a consistent role in Washington's lineup.
- In exchange for the forward, Washington acquired a third-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft and a fifth-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft, originally belonging to the San Jose Sharks.
- With this acquisition, the Capitals now own 20 picks across the next three NHL Drafts, including eight selections in both 2027 and 2028.
- Currently a pending restricted free agent, the 24-year-old Quebec native concludes his Capitals tenure with 47 points in 158 career games.
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Pens trade for young Washington Capitals center and former #1 pick - ButlerRadio.com - Butler, PA
The Penguins made a trade Thursday. The Pens acquired center Hendrix Lapierre from the Washington Capitals on Thursday in exchange for a 2027 third-round pick and a 2028 fifth-rounder – which originally belonged to San Jose. The Capitals took Lapierre 22nd overall in the first round of the 2020 NHL Draft. Lapierre has played 158 NHL games, including 74 last season, when he had four goals and 12 assists. The 24-year old forward helped the Hershey…
Penguins acquire Lapierre in trade with Capitals
It’s been a busy day for the Penguins. Shortly after Hoffmann Family of Companies’ introductory press conference as the franchise’s new owner, their president of hockey operations made a trade to add another intriguing young forward to the organization.
In exchange, the Capitals took over a third round pick at the NHL auction in 2027 and a fifth round pick in 2028.
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