Hendrix Lapierre ranked No. 11 in PensBurgh Top-25 Under 25 list
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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Hendrix Lapierre, a 24-year-old forward, is ranked 11th in the PensBurgh's 2026 Top 25 Under 25 countdown. Acquired by the Pittsburgh Penguins from the Washington Capitals, Lapierre aims for improvement after a challenging season where he scored just four goals in 74 games. Despite offensive struggles, he demonstrated strong defensive metrics on the Capitals, ranking first among forwards in several categories. The upcoming season presents new opportunities and challenges for Lapierre, as he vie for a spot in a crowded Penguins forward roster.
- •Lapierre joins the Penguins after a trade from the Capitals.
- •He aims to capitalize on a fresh start in Pittsburgh.
- •His first full NHL season included four goals and twelve assists.
- •Lapierre excelled defensively, ranking first in several metrics.
- •The Penguins' forward group presents competitive challenges for Lapierre.
- 10:04 AMYahoo Sports — PensBurgh Top-25 Under 25: No. 11 Hendrix Lapierre
"PensBurgh’s 2026 edition of the Top 25 Under 25 countdown rolls on with Hendrix Lapierre, a 24-year-old forward who gets a fresh start with the Pittsburgh Penguins in the hopes he can blossom the way a few other young players have in recent seasons. Catch up on the previous entries for this year: Pensburgh Top […]
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