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Rising WHL Star Peyton Kettles Draws NHL Comparisons

8/12/2025

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Peyton Kettles, a towering 6’5” defenseman weighing 200 pounds, is making waves in the WHL with his impressive skating and puck-handling abilities. Though still honing his skills, he’s drawing comparisons to Brian Dumoulin and is poised to become a formidable bottom-pairing defenseman for the Penguins as he continues to develop.

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Story summary

Peyton Kettles, a towering 6’5” defenseman weighing 200 pounds, is making waves in the WHL with his impressive skating and puck-handling abilities. Though still honing his skills, he’s drawing comparisons to Brian Dumoulin and is poised to become a formidable bottom-pairing defenseman for the Penguins as he continues to develop.