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Penguins Risk Big on Koivunen | Wilmington News
Penguins just handed out a jaw-dropping eight-year, $32M contract to Ville Koivunen — a player with only 47 NHL games under his belt. Despite modest stats, his AHL numbers are explosive: 41 points in 34 games last season. GM Kyle Dubas sees potential in the Finnish forward, betting big on his future. It’s a high-stakes gamble — paying $4M/year for limited NHL experience — but could be a steal if Koivunen develops. With Pittsburgh’s core aging, this might be an investment in their next generation… or a costly mistake if he doesn’t deliver. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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