The 2020-21 hockey seasons around the world are winding down this time of year, with the exception of the NHL which still has about 20% of the season plus playoffs to go. As the world continued to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, it was the most weird and uneven season ever, filled with late starts, some stoppages and overall different than normal.
So, in a way, the Penguins will be affected less than other teams. Most prospect observers put Pittsburgh about 28th - 31st in overall NHL team rankings for young pools of talent. The Pens have traded away many young high draft picks and players over the last five years, ripping away most the high-end talent of their future.