Penguins begin training camp with key observations from early sessions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 6:24 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins commenced their 2026-27 training camp on September 18 in Cranberry, Pennsylvania. Players like Sidney Crosby and Owen Pickering showcased their skills during the initial sessions. Elmer Soderblom was moved to the minor-league group due to a scheduling misstep. Health updates include Filip Hallander being cleared to compete after previous medical issues. The camp is particularly competitive with spots in the lineup highly contested.
- •Sidney Crosby displayed strong performance during training camp sessions.
- •Elmer Soderblom was reassigned after missing a schedule note.
- •Owen Pickering showed improvement and health after last season's injury.
- •Filip Hallander returned to practice, cleared after health complications.
- •Competition for bottom-six forward spots is fierce among players.
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"CRANBERRY, TWP. — The weeks and months of waiting ended Thursday. Like the start of spring training in Bradenton and […]
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