The Pittsburgh Penguins’ roster overhaul continued as the team placed 2019 first-round pick Sam Poulin on waivers. Poulin, 23, has struggled to find his place within the organization, and this marks the first year he must clear waivers to be reassigned to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. Drafted 21st overall, Poulin has appeared in just six NHL games, recording one assist, and made his debut in the 2022-23 season against the Calgary Flames.
His development has been hampered by injuries and personal issues, including a stint in the NHL Player’s Assistance Program in 2023. Despite his efforts, Poulin was unable to secure a spot on the Penguins’ NHL roster during training camp, as he faced stiff competition for the remaining roster positions.
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The Penguins claimed defenseman John Ludvig, 24, off waivers from the Florida Panthers before the start of last season. The physical defenseman made his NHL debut shortly after joining the team but suffered an injury while attempting an open-ice hit on Dallas Stars forward Radek Faksa. Last season, Ludvig appeared in 33 NHL games, scoring three goals and providing two assists.
The Penguins will find out by 2 p.m. on Saturday whether any team submitted a claim for either Ludvig or Sam Poulin. In addition to these two players, the Penguins have also placed five more players on waivers:
Defenseman Filip Kral
Forward Jonathan Gruden
Forward Emil Bemstrom
Forward Joona Koppanen
Defenseman Nate Clurman
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