Pittsburgh Penguins assess goaltending prospects for future success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 3:58 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins are focusing on their goaltending prospects, following the trade of Tristan Jarry to the Edmonton Oilers for Stuart Skinner. Rookie goaltender Artūrs Šilovs had a notable playoff run, achieving a.939 save percentage. The organization also sees promise in 22-year-old Sergei Murashov, who has performed well in the Calder Cup Playoffs. With depth at the position, including Joel Blomqvist and Taylor Gauthier, the Penguins aim for at least one goaltender to emerge as a reliable starter. Kyle Dubas, Penguins' GM, indicates that successful rebuilding hinges on their goaltending depth.
- •Tristan Jarry traded to Edmonton, Stuart Skinner acquired
- •Artūrs Šilovs excelled in playoffs with.939 save percentage
- •Sergei Murashov showing promise in Calder Cup Playoffs
- •Joel Blomqvist recorded.913 save percentage this season
- •Kyle Dubas emphasizes goaltending depth for successful rebuild
- 3:58 AMYahoo Sports — Penguins' Goaltending Future Looks Bright — And The Success Of Their Rebuild Depends On It
"With talented but unproven netminders like Sergei Murashov in the system, the Penguins appear to be a franchise with a lot of promise at the goaltending position.
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