Penguins secure Ville Koivunen and Tommy Novak as roster transition takes shape

Penguins secure Ville Koivunen and Tommy Novak as roster transition takes shape

The Pittsburgh Penguins are beginning to define what their roster could look like beyond the Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang era, and two recent contracts provide a clear indication of which players the organization wants to keep around during that transition. Pittsburgh has signed 23-year-old forward Ville Koivunen to an eight-year contract carrying a $4 million annual value, while veteran forward Tommy Novak has agreed to a three-…

Penguins Waiver Wire Pick-Ups Provide Important Context

Mar 30, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Mark Friedman (52) reacts to Nashville Predators right wing Michael McCarron (47) during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. The Penguins shutout the Predators 2-0. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports There will be several Pittsburgh Penguins on waivers this fall. Barring dramatic changes and trades, the Penguins have several more forwards on NHL contra…

5 Longest Contracts in Penguins History After Koivunen’s Stunning Deal - The Hockey Writers Pittsburgh Penguins Latest News, Analysis & More

Ville Koivunen has played only 47 NHL games, but his new contract already puts him in remarkable company in Pittsburgh Penguins history. Pittsburgh signed Koivunen to an eight-year, $32 million…