Pittsburgh Penguins To Sign Brian Boyle

Brian Boyle is expected to sign a one-year, $750,000 contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Boyle signed a professional tryout contract with Pittsburgh for the preseason. It's clear that he has impressed them enough to earn a home for the season.

Yes, Brian Boyle will be accompanying #pens on their flight to Tampa this afternoon, expected to sign a 1-year, $750,000 deal with PIT tomorrow.

What a story. The 36-year-old did not get a deal last season, played for Team USA at the Worlds and worked his way back to NHL on PTO.
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) October 11, 2021

Boyle did not play in the NHL last season, so it's exciting to see him return for the year. The 36-year-old also played in the 2021 World Championships for Team USA and was their captain.

Boyle last played in the NHL during the 2019-20 season with the Florida Panthers. In 39 games, he scored six goals and recorded 15 points. If he can produce at a similar rate over an 82-game schedule with Pittsburgh, he could be a very solid scorer in their bottom-six. He also will be giving them a big and physical forward in the process.

Nonetheless, Brian deserves all the praise in the world for getting himself back in the league.