Draft & Prospects
Hayes' AHL Hat Trick After NHL Debut
Penguins prospect Avery Hayes dazzles with an AHL hat trick right after his electric NHL debut, turning heads in Wilkes-Barre. Scouts whisper he's the next grinder who sticks, but Pittsburgh brass weighs recall options amid a tight playoff push. His rocket rise forces tough choices on a blue line craving depth before the Olympic break ends.
Teams:Pittsburgh Penguins
Players:Avery Hayes
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