Egor Chinakhov poised for strong follow-up season with Penguins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 2:34 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Egor Chinakhov emerged as a key player for the Pittsburgh Penguins during the 2025-26 season. Following a December trade from the Columbus Blue Jackets, he recorded 18 goals and 18 assists in 43 games, contributing to the Penguins' surprise playoff appearance. With a fresh start, Chinakhov aims to build on his career year as he prepares for the 2026-27 season, hoping to solidify his role as a top-six winger.
- •Chinakhov scored 36 points in 43 games with the Penguins.
- •He previously had just six points in 29 games with Columbus this season.
- •The Penguins exceeded expectations by making the playoffs this season.
- •Chinakhov aims to enhance his role as a top-six winger next season.
- •He was a first-round pick in 2020.
- 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — Penguins Breakout Star Should Build Off Amazing Season
"Egor Chinakhov has the potential to be even better for the Penguins next season.
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