As the Pittsburgh Penguins prepare for the 2025-26 season, they are emphasizing youth, with Owen Pickering ranked as the No. 6 prospect after a promising stint in the NHL despite limited games. At 6-foot-5, Pickering demonstrated potential as a two-way defenseman, earning a call-up and scoring his first goal, and aims for a full-time role while improving his physicality and breakouts.
