What happened: Egor Chinakhov signed a three-year, $18.75 million contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The deal runs through 2028-29 and carries a $6.25 million annual value.
Why it matters: The contract gives the Pittsburgh Penguins cost certainty for a 25-year-old forward entering the 2026-27 season. It also keeps Chinakhov under contract after his most productive NHL campaign.
By the numbers: Chinakhov set career highs with 21 goals, 21 assists and 42 points across 72 games in 2025-26. He recorded a 15.0% shooting rate on 140 shots.
What to watch: Watch where Chinakhov fits in Pittsburgh's forward lineup entering training camp.