Among the Penguins' long list of defensemen is newly acquired Ty Smith, who was included along with a 2023 third-round draft pick in the return for John Marino.
Smith had an eye-catching rookie season in 2020-21, producing two goals and 21 assists in only 41 games with the Devils. While points aren't everything -- especially for defensemen -- it had to mean something for a former first-rounder to burst on the scene like that at the age of 20 ... right?
Last season Smith saw his total production drop by three points (five goals, 15 assists) despite playing in 18 more games.