Penguins Top Prospect Makes Shocking Decision

It's clear the second time isn't always the charm.

Hallander Signs With SHL Team

Penguins prospect Filip Hallander signed a 5 year deal with the SHL's Timrå IK, ending his second run with the Penguins.




Hallander made his NHL debut with the Penguins during the 2021-22 season, playing in only one game that year. He would play in two more games with the Penguins during the 2022-23 season, however failed to registered any points.

In 104 games with the Penguins minor league affiliate, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, Hallander scored 25 goals and registered 36 assists.

Hallander was set to become a restricted free agent this summer.

The Penguins re-acquired Hallander in a 2021 trade that saw Pittsburgh send Jared McCann to the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for Hallander and a 7th round pick.

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