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Penguins Rookie Ben Kindel Scores First NHL Goal

10/13/2025

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Ben Kindel, a Pittsburgh Penguins rookie forward selected 11th overall in the 2025 NHL Draft, scored his first NHL goal in his third game against the New York Rangers, firing a wrist shot past Igor Shesterkin and becoming the 2025 draft class’s first scorer.
Coach Dan Muse praised Kindel's poise and offensive skills.
Sidney Crosby praised his confidence and adaptability.
Bryan Rust highlighted the energy Kindel and Harrison Brunicke bring.

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Ben Kindel, a Pittsburgh Penguins rookie forward selected 11th overall in the 2025 NHL Draft, scored his first NHL goal in his third game against the New York Rangers, firing a wrist shot past Igor Shesterkin and becoming the 2025 draft class’s first scorer.
Coach Dan Muse praised Kindel's poise and offensive skills.
Sidney Crosby praised his confidence and adaptability.
Bryan Rust highlighted the energy Kindel and Harrison Brunicke bring.