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11. Pittsburgh Penguins — Benjamin Kindel C, Calgary (WHL)
Kindel was one of the bigger risers leading up to the 2025 NHL Draft. While a bit undersized at 5-foot-10 and 176 pounds, Kindel possesses some of the finest playmaking ability in this draft class. That was clear in a 99-point campaign (35 goals & 64 assists) with the WHL’s Calgary Hitmen, while also registering eight goals and seven assists in 11 playoff games. Kindel has spectacular vision on the ice and finds his teammates in high percentage situations on a regular basis. His size might’ve led to him being lower on some teams’ draft boards, but the talent is definitely there.
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