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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AVRIL 29|36 ANSWERS Penguins Top Prospect Makes Shocking Decision Will Hallander ever play in the NHL again? | ||
| No | 23 | 63.9 % |
| Yes | 13 | 36.1 % |
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