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Penguins Sign Young Defenseman Kolyachonok from Waivers

2/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Pittsburgh Penguins have added 23-year-old defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok, snagging him off waivers from the Utah Hockey Club. With a two-year contract valued at $775,000 per year, Kolyachonok has made his mark this season with five points in 23 games. A former second-round pick by Florida in 2019, he has tallied 12 points in 62 NHL appearances.

History

Historical Context

The Pittsburgh Penguins' recent acquisition of Vladislav Kolyachonok mirrors past NHL waiver claims, like the 2016 pickup of goalie Antti Raanta by the New York Rangers. Both moves highlight teams' strategies to bolster rosters mid-season, reflecting the ongoing evolution of player transactions in the league's competitive landscape.

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Story summary

The Pittsburgh Penguins have added 23-year-old defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok, snagging him off waivers from the Utah Hockey Club. With a two-year contract valued at $775,000 per year, Kolyachonok has made his mark this season with five points in 23 games. A former second-round pick by Florida in 2019, he has tallied 12 points in 62 NHL appearances.

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