In a flurry of NHL trades, the Pittsburgh Penguins have reportedly made a significant move, acquiring young forward Hendrix Lapierre from the Washington Capitals. According to sources, the Capitals are sending Lapierre to Pittsburgh in exchange for a 2027 third-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick from the San Jose Sharks. This deal comes on the heels of a pair of blockbuster trades involving the Penguins, with the team also acquiring Jordan Kyrou from the St. Louis Blues and reportedly in talks to add Alex Tuch from an unnamed team. The Penguins are looking to bolster their roster ahead of the upcoming season, and Lapierre's addition could provide a boost to their forward lines.

First reported by Elliotte Friedman, the Pittsburgh Penguins are acquiring Hendrix Lapierre from the Washington Capitals. A few moments later, Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic reported that the Capitals would be receiving a 2027 third-round pick and San Jose’s 2028 fifth-round pick. After adding Jordan Kyrou from the St. Louis Blues and Alex Tuch from […]