Pittsburgh Penguins 2023-24 Final Prospect Rankings - The Hockey Writers Pittsburgh Penguins Latest News, Analysis & More

Now that the 2023-24 season is in the rearview mirror for the Pittsburgh Penguins with a second consecutive season of not making the playoffs, attention turns to the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery on May 7. The odds are not necessarily in the organization's favor to keep their first-round pick due to the conditions tied to the Erik Karlsson trade last offseason, so why not take a look at the prospects that they do have in their system? After a strong start to the season, Lukas Svejkovsky earned himself a few call-ups to the American Hockey League (AHL), spending 19 games with the “Baby Pens”, but was unable to truly get his game going and showcased in the AHL. There were times throughout the season when he showcased his hockey IQ and strong mindset on the ice, but this upcoming season will be a pivotal one for the 23-year-old.