DK Pittsburgh Sports · Sep 6, 2019
The 2019-20 prospectus: Justin Almeida
This is a continuation of the series of profiles of members of the Penguins’ organization, now taking a look at select prospects not on the major-league roster
JUSTIN ALMEIDA
Age: 20
Size: 5 foot 11, 165 pounds
Position: Forward
Acquired: Drafted in the fifth round in 2018
2018-19 WHL stats: 33 goals, 78 assists in 64 games
How he fits: Earlier this summer I ranked Almeida the Penguins' No. 5 overall prospect, and No. 3 forward prospect. He can play either center or wing, which will give Mike Vellucci options as to where Almeida will play this season. He'll most likely play in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's top-six.