The Pittsburgh Penguins tested a mix of young talent and prospects in Columbus for their second-to-last preseason tune-up, showcasing a forward group led by Filip Hallander and Connor Dew. The team’s focus appears to be integrating emerging players into potential offensive pairings ahead of the regular season. With limited starters on the roster, the lineup offers a glimpse into how the coaching staff may align its depth moving forward. Fans and analysts will be watching to see how these combinations perform in scrimmage situations.

The Penguins brought a lineup of mostly younger players and prospects to Columbus for their penultimate preseason game on Thursday. Here were the lines and defense pairings: Filip Hallander-Connor Dew ...