The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed Blake Lizotte, a young free agent center who did not receive a qualifying offer from the Los Angeles Kings, to a two-year deal worth $3.7 million or $1.85 million AAV.

By the Numbers
  • At 26 years old, Lizotte has 6 NHL seasons, 37 goals, and 69 assists in 320 career regular season games.
  • In the 2023-24 season, Lizotte scored 7 goals and 8 assists in 62 games, with missed games due to injuries.
Yes, But

Lizotte's career-high 34 points in 2022-23 were not replicated in the following season, potentially due to injuries impacting his performance.

What's Next

Lizotte's signing brings potential for growth and development with the Penguins, aiming to build on his past successes and overcome injury challenges to contribute effectively to the team.

Bottom Line

The Pittsburgh Penguins' acquisition of Blake Lizotte presents an opportunity for both player and club to work together towards his improvement and integration into the team, with high hopes for his future contributions.