Marc-Andre Fleury’s Shocking Return: What This Tryout Could Mean for the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Future

When a name echoes through the rink like a battle cry, you know something’s brewing. Marc-Andre Fleury, that stalwart guardian of the net, is back in the fold—signed on a Professional Tryout contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins, no less. At 40, some might say the clock’s winding down, but Fleury’s set to lace his pads again for “parts” of a preseason clash with the Columbus Blue Jackets this September 27th. It’s a full-circle moment worth savoring—remember, this is the guy who guarded Pittsburgh’s goal for 13 seasons, racking up franchise records left and right before closing out his last four years with the Minnesota Wild. His stats? Impressive, yes—but it’s the grit, the heart that keeps fans buzzing. This reunion is more than a contract—it’s a story of legacy, passion, and maybe a little unfinished business on the ice. LEARN MORE.

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced on Friday that goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury has signed a Professional Tryout (PTO). He will play in “parts” of a preseason game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday, September 27.

Fleury, 40, played in his final season with the Minnesota Wild during 2024-25. He played the last four years with the Wild where he went 64-42-10 with a .902 save percentage (SV%) and a 2.90 goals-against average (GAA).

During his career, Fleury spent 13 seasons in Pittsburgh where he went 375-216-68 with a .912 SV% and a 2.58 GAA. He played in 691 games with the Penguins from 2003-2017.

He ranks first in Penguins franchise history in games played (691), wins (375), shutouts (44) and goals-against average (2.58). He ranks second in save percentage. 

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