Spezza outlines plan for young Penguins players at training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 11:40 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Pittsburgh Penguins assistant general manager Jason Spezza addressed the plans for young players in training camp on September 17 in Cranberry, Pennsylvania. Spezza noted that while there are many forwards vying for roster spots, the organization is focused on ensuring youth players earn their positions. He emphasized the necessity for the Penguins to inject young talent into the lineup, but indicated that not all may make the opening night roster. According to Spezza, opportunities will arise throughout the season for young players as they develop and prove their readiness to contribute.
- •Spezza mentions 16 to 20 forwards are vying for NHL spots.
- •Young players need to prove they can compete with veterans.
- •Opportunities for rookies may occur after training camp.
- •Tommy Galvas could return to Czechia if he doesn't make the team.
- •Ville Koivunen's status depends on his performance during camp.
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — ‘We Have To’: Spezza Explains Plan for Young Penguins
"CRANBERRY, TWP., Pa — Depending on who is counting, the Pittsburgh Penguins have somewhere between 16 and 20 forwards in […]
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