I confess, when I first learned the Penguins had signed forward Vinnie Hinostroza back on July 7, my initial reaction was a bit dismissive. Not so much of the player, mind you, as his size. At 5’10” and 183 pounds, dimensions only Mike Sullivan could love.
However, Vinnie could prove to be just what the doctor ordered for our bottom six. Ergo, a hustling, high-energy speedball with a non-stop motor. One who can play all three forward positions and possessing some skill to boot, especially as a playmaker.
In yesterday’s article, I suggested Rem Pitlick might be a player who can slot up and down the lineup.