Penguins Take Small Dynamic Winger Mbuyi in 3rd

Size didn’t matter to the Pittsburgh Penguins at the 2026 NHL Draft.

After selecting the Ruck twins in Rounds One and Two, both of whom weigh in under 180 pounds, and Czech defenseman Tomas Galvas, who is under 170 pounds, the Penguins used their third-rounder (86th overall) on left-winger Pierce Mbuyi from Owen Sound of the OHL.

Mbuyi, 18, has not lacked for goals in his first two OHL seasons and was named the team captain toward the end of the season. In his rookie campaign, the dynamic LW had 29 goals and 53 points in 63 games. Last season, Mbuyi had 32 goals and 75 points in 68 games.

Mbuyi will play one more season at Owen Sound and then attend Penn State in 2027-28.

Scouts like his compete and energy level, and those attributes played a role in his 85 penalty minutes last season. His hands stand out, as well.

Pending trades, the Penguins do not select again until Round Six.

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