Owen Pickering expected to challenge for Penguins roster spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Owen Pickering is poised to compete for a position on the Pittsburgh Penguins' roster for the 2026-27 NHL season. The 22-year-old defenseman, who performed well in the AHL with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins last season, is seen as a likely candidate for a breakout year. With changes in the defensive lineup after Ryan Shea's departure to the Edmonton Oilers and Parker Wotherspoon's trade to the Vegas Golden Knights, opportunities to earn more playing time may arise for Pickering. His performance will be closely monitored as training camp approaches.
- •Owen Pickering is 22 years old and a left-side defenseman.
- •He posted 28 points in 68 AHL games last season.
- •Ryan Shea and Parker Wotherspoon left the Penguins this offseason.
- •Pickering is seen as having strong breakout potential for next season.
- •Opportunities for playing time could increase in training camp.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — This Penguins Prospect Has Major Breakout Potential
"This Penguins prospect needs to be watched closely in 2026-27.
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