00:00 – Penguins’ Sam Poulin: The Rise and Challenges of a First-Round Pick
02:45 – Undrafted to NHL: Avery Hayes’ Breakout Journey | Pensburgh Top 25 Under 25
03:48 – Finn Harding: The 7th Round Penguin Prospect Making Waves in the Top 25 Under 25!
1. Penguins’ Sam Poulin: The Rise and Challenges of a First-Round Pick
Dive into the journey of Sam Poulin, ranked #20 in Pensburgh’s Top 25 Under 25. Once a promising first-round pick in the 2019 NHL Draft, Poulin has faced numerous challenges that have impacted his development. Learn about his career-high performance in the AHL, struggles to break into the NHL, and what the future holds for him as he enters a crucial phase in his career. With competition heating up and roster constraints, can Poulin turn things around? Discover insights into his potential role with the Pittsburgh Penguins and how the organization views his future. Perfect for hockey fans and those interested in player development stories!
2. Undrafted to NHL: Avery Hayes’ Breakout Journey | Pensburgh Top 25 Under 25
Follow the meteoric rise of Avery Hayes, the 22-year-old forward who went undrafted and signed an NHL deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins after a 42-point AHL season. In this video, we break down:
– Avery’s path from two OHL championships to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
– His 2024-25 AHL breakout: 23 goals, 42 points, top-5 team scorer
– How a broken sternum and bottom-six role fueled his comeback
– Key moments, including his OT winner vs. Hartford Wolf Pack to clinch a playoff berth
– What makes Hayes a future NHL contender: speed, scoring touch, grit, and work ethic
– Prospects comparison: Where he fits in Pittsburgh’s prospect pool
– Predictions for camp battles and potential NHL impact in 2025–26
Don’t miss our full Pensburgh Top 25 Under 25 countdown—catch up on all entries!
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3. Finn Harding: The 7th Round Penguin Prospect Making Waves in the Top 25 Under 25!
Dive into the story of Finn Harding, the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 7th-round draft pick (2024) making his mark on the Pensburgh Top 25 Under 25 list! Learn about his junior hockey journey, strengths as a defense-first defenseman, and the growth he’s shown at Penguins prospect camp. Explore his potential to become a future NHL contributor as he transitions to pro hockey. #PenguinsProspects #NHLDraft #michaelphelps
Keywords: Finn Harding, Pittsburgh Penguins prospects, NHL draft picks, Top 25 Under 25, 7th-round pick, defenseman development, OHL stats, hockey prospect analysis, Penguins defense depth, Kris Letang, Erik Karlsson, ECHL, player development.
