00:00 – Sam Poulin’s Fall from First Round Glory to AHL Struggles | Pensburgh Analysis
04:10 – Penguins Prospect Spotlight: Finn Harding’s NHL Aspirations
12:18 – Travis Hayes: Penguins’ Next Star? | NHL Draft Prospect & Avery Hayes’ Brother Analysis
1. Sam Poulin’s Fall from First Round Glory to AHL Struggles | Pensburgh Analysis
Dive into the journey of Sam Poulin, the 2019 first-round pick who struggled to make an NHL impact. Explore his career highs in the AHL, stalled development, and the Penguins’ roster challenges. Why did a top prospect fade? Discover the pandemic’s toll, injuries, and competition with players like Kevin Hayes and Phil Tomasino. Will Poulin secure a spot in Pittsburgh or face free agency? A breakdown of his potential future and lessons from the 2019 draft class. #Penguins #HockeyProspects #AHL #helldivers2
2. Penguins Prospect Spotlight: Finn Harding’s NHL Aspirations
Get to know Finn Harding, the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2024 7th-round draft pick (No. 223 overall).
After a promising junior hockey career with Mississauga and Brampton,
Harding is taking the next step into pro hockey.
Can he overcome concerns about his skating and playmaking to become an NHL regular?
Watch to learn more about his development, strengths, and the expectations surrounding his future in the NHL.
**Timestamps:**
0:00 – Introduction to Finn Harding
1:00 – Junior Hockey Career Highlights
2:30 – Development and Areas for Improvement
4:00 – NHL Prospects and Expectations
5:30 – Conclusion and Future Outlook
3. Travis Hayes: Penguins’ Next Star? | NHL Draft Prospect & Avery Hayes’ Brother Analysis
Discover why Travis Hayes, the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2025 fourth-round pick, is generating buzz as a rising prospect. At just 17 years old, Hayes already showcases a feisty, competitive style reminiscent of his brother Avery Hayes (Penguins prospect) and Gavin Hayes (Blackhawks prospect).
In this video, we break down Hayes’ 2024-25 OHL season with the Soo Greyhounds, where he scored 21 goals and 30 assists in 65 games. Learn how his net-front presence, penalty-killing ability, and underdog mentality helped the Greyhounds clinch a playoff spot. Hear exclusive quotes from GM Kyle Dubas, Soo Greyhounds coach John Dean, and Hayes himself about his development path and NHL potential.
Key topics covered:
– Hayes’ draft-day story (one of youngest 2025 draftees)
– Comparison to brother Avery’s playing style
– Special teams impact (1:58 PP / 1:12 PK per game)
– Chemistry with Predators prospect Brady Martin
– Development timeline with Pittsburgh’s system
– Scouting reports from EliteProspects & Neutral Zone
With two more OHL seasons ahead before AHL eligibility, find out why experts believe Hayes could become a steal for the Penguins. Don’t miss analysis of his power-forward mentality, playoff performance, and how the Dubas-Soo Greyhounds connection might accelerate his growth!
