Rutger McGroarty reflects on 2025-26 season with Penguins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:04 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Rutger McGroarty's 2025-26 season with the Pittsburgh Penguins was marked by injury and limited production. After missing training camp and the first month due to an injury, he returned to score three goals and three assists in 24 NHL games. Much of his noticeable success came in the AHL, where he tallied 10 goals and 24 assists in 30 games. McGroarty's season raised questions about his NHL impact and skating ability, with his future role uncertain as he enters the final year of his entry-level contract. Improved performance next season is crucial for his development.
- •McGroarty missed training camp and the preseason due to injury.
- •He recorded three goals and three assists in 24 NHL games.
- •In the AHL, he scored 10 goals and 24 assists in 30 games.
- •McGroarty's entry-level contract ends after the 2026-27 season.
- •His skating ability remains a focus for future performance.
- 10:04 AMYahoo Sports — 2025-26 Season in Review: Rutger McGroarty
"Looking at Rutger McGroarty’s 2025-26 season for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
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