Hoffmann Group introduces itself as new owner of Penguins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 4:49 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The Hoffmann Group held a press conference on June 25, 2026, announcing their acquisition of the Pittsburgh Penguins, following final approval from the NHL Board of Governors. David Hoffmann emphasized a commitment to winning and supporting team executives, including general manager Kyle Dubas and head coach Dan Muse. The family's plans include aligning their ECHL affiliate, the Florida Everglades, with the Penguins, marking the end of a longstanding relationship with the Wheeling Nailers. The Hoffmanns also expressed interest in having Mario Lemieux reintegrated into the organization after a less active role during the previous ownership period.
- •Hoffmann Group acquired the Penguins from Fenway Sports Group.
- •Press conference focused on commitment to winning and fan engagement.
- •ECHL affiliation will shift from Wheeling Nailers to Florida Everglades.
- •Hoffmanns wish to increase Mario Lemieux's involvement with the team.
- •Local broadcasting arrangements will remain unchanged through 2026-27.
- 11:22 PMYahoo Sports — ‘You will win in Pittsburgh’ Hoffmann Family outlines plans for Penguins
- 4:49 PMYahoo Sports — New owners: Hoffmann’s, Penguins make introductions
"The Hoffmann Group appeared first almost a year ago last summer and reached an agreement to purchase the Penguins in December, but it wasn’t until this week with an NHL Board of Governors meeting that they received final approval to complete the sale and take over from Fenway Sports Group. The Hoffmann’s held an introductory […]
"The Penguins are officially under new ownership as the Hoffmann Family of Companies takes over for Fenway Sports Group.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 11:22 PM‘You will win in Pittsburgh’ Hoffmann Family outlines plans for Penguins
The Penguins are officially under new ownership as the Hoffmann Family of Companies takes over for Fenway Sports Group.
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 4:49 PMNew owners: Hoffmann’s, Penguins make introductions
The Hoffmann Group appeared first almost a year ago last summer and reached an agreement to purchase the Penguins in December, but it wasn’t until this week with an NHL Board of Governors meeting that they received final approval to complete the sale and take over from Fenway Sports Group. The Hoffmann’s held an introductory […]
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