# Ben Kindel’s Rise Powers Penguins | Pittsburgh Penguins News

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Podcast: [Pittsburgh Penguins News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/pittsburgh-penguins-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7536926)
Published: 2026-07-12T11:43:41+00:00
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Penguins’ surprise playoff run last season was fueled by 19-year-old rookie Ben Kindel, a first-round pick who exploded with 35 points—17 goals, 18 assists—and proved he’s ready to be a game-changer. With a full season under his belt, Kindel’s breakout is just the beginning; his growth could be pivotal for Pittsburgh’s rebuild in 2026-27. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2a327ccc12d4b106

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