Penguins linked to former Oilers goalie Connor Ingram in NHL free agency
NHL goaltender Connor Ingram has become an unrestricted free agent, with the Pittsburgh Penguins emerging as a primary suitor. Analysts suggest the move would help the Penguins address their current goaltending depth issues.
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Connor Ingram, the 29 year old goaltender, posted a 16–10–3 record, 2.60 GAA, and .899 save percentage across 32 regular season games for the Edmonton Oilers before going 2–3 in the playoffs. At the end of the 2025-26 season, Connor Ingram’s three year contract expired and he turned into an unrestricted free agent. Ahead of the new season, the Pittsburgh Penguins have been linked to him.CategoryDetailsPlayerConnor IngramCurrent StatusUnrestricted Free Agent (UFA)Rumored TeamsOttawa Senators, Pittsburgh Penguins, Carolina Hurricanes, Florida PanthersSigning LikelihoodHigh (Expected to land a contract or professional tryout before training camp)Latest Insider UpdateConnor Ingram remains the top unsigned netminder available on the market.
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