Connor Dewar projects for another strong season with Penguins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:57 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Connor Dewar aims to build on a career year with the Pittsburgh Penguins during the 2026-27 NHL season. Dewar excelled in his first full season with the Penguins, achieving highs in goals, assists, and points. The team awarded him a two-year extension following his success and contributions to the penalty kill. His performance in the playoffs also highlighted his potential, despite the team's loss to the Philadelphia Flyers. Dewar's role will continue to be significant on the fourth line as he seeks to maintain his scoring in the upcoming season.
- •Dewar scored 14 goals and 16 assists last season.
- •He logged over 200 minutes on the penalty kill.
- •Dewar was impactful in the playoff series against the Flyers.
- •The Penguins extended Dewar's contract for two more years.
- •He is expected to replicate his scoring and forechecking this season.
- 3:57 AMYahoo Sports — 2026-27 Pittsburgh Penguins Player Projections: Connor Dewar
"Connor Dewar had a career year for the Pittsburgh Penguins last season. Can he repeat it this year?
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