Penguins begin training camp with new line combinations and player evaluations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins held the first day of training camp on September 17, featuring three distinct practice groups. Bryan Rust and Blake Lizotte were noted for working separately from established lines, showcasing potential adjustments in player pairings. Nick Robertson skated alongside Sidney Crosby, while Kris Letang joined Trevor van Riemsdyk, indicating shifts in defensive strategy. Observations included Declan Carlile's initial pairing with Erik Karlsson and Elmer Soderblom's late arrival leading to his placement in Team 3. The Penguins are expected to continue evaluating player performances in subsequent practices.
- •Training camp opened on September 17 in Pittsburgh.
- •Nick Robertson skated on Crosby's wing during practice.
- •Declan Carlile paired with Erik Karlsson for the first time.
- •Elmer Soderblom's late arrival affected his placement in Team 3.
- •Rust and Lizotte worked away from established line combinations.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Training Camp Day 1: What we learned and saw
"The Penguins opened up training camp with the following groups split out for three separate practices. Team 1 Training camp is for finding out new things and seeing players outside of norms, we saw that with Bryan Rust and Blake Lizotte (both on Team 2 today) working away from known entities that each share with […]
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