Penguins adjust lines and make roster cuts ahead of final preseason game

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Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Penguins adjust lines and make roster cuts ahead of final preseason game
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The Pittsburgh Penguins made several adjustments to their lines and cut seven players before their final preseason game on Saturday in Buffalo. Nick Robertson has been placed on the penalty kill for the first time, while Hendrix Lapierre is expected to center the third line due to injuries to Ben Kindel and Blake Lizotte. Coach Dan Muse noted the group's final roster decisions are forthcoming, as players like Rutger McGroarty and Tristan Broz skated separately. Ville Koivunen and the Penguins' recent draft pick Bill Zonnon remain with the main group, while goalie Sergei Murashov appears to have secured the second goalie position.

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  • •Penguins cut seven players and reassigned others before final preseason game.
  • •Nick Robertson and Hendrix Lapierre to take on new roles.
  • •Rutger McGroarty and Tristan Broz skated separately from main group.
  • •Ville Koivunen and Bill Zonnon remain active in main roster discussions.
  • •Sergei Murashov likely secures second goalie position.
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  • 6:42 PMYahoo Sports — Penguins Notebook: New Lines, Players on Chopping Block
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CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. — Nick Robertson on the penalty kill. Hendrix Lapierre as the third-line center. The Pittsburgh Penguins are […]

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