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Penguins Sign Rising Star Ben Kindel to Entry-Level Deal

7/9/2025

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The Pittsburgh Penguins have secured a promising future by signing 18-year-old forward Ben Kindel to a three-year entry-level contract, following his impressive 11th overall selection in the 2025 NHL Draft. Last season, Kindel dazzled with the Calgary Hitmen, netting 35 goals and racking up 99 points. He now faces an exciting choice: step into the NHL or return to junior hockey for another season.

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The Pittsburgh Penguins have secured a promising future by signing 18-year-old forward Ben Kindel to a three-year entry-level contract, following his impressive 11th overall selection in the 2025 NHL Draft. Last season, Kindel dazzled with the Calgary Hitmen, netting 35 goals and racking up 99 points. He now faces an exciting choice: step into the NHL or return to junior hockey for another season.