Koivunen signs 8-year, $32 million deal with Penguins
NHL News • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed forward Koivunen to an eight-year, $32 million contract. The 23-year-old player recorded seven points, including two goals and five assists, in 39 NHL games last season. He also led his AHL club to the conference final, showcasing his potential. This contract comes as Koivunen was a restricted free agent, indicating the team's commitment to his development.
- •Koivunen is 23 years old and a restricted free agent.
- •He had seven points in 39 NHL games last season.
- •Koivunen led his AHL team to the conference final.
- •The contract is valued at $32 million over eight years.
- •Pittsburgh aims to build around emerging young talent.
- 8:55 PMNHL News — Koivunen signs 8-year, $32 million contract with Penguins - NHL.com
"Forward had 7 points in 39 NHL games last season, helped lead AHL club to conference final
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