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Journeyman Brazeau Scores Twice in Penguins' Season Opener
8 Oct
Summary
- Penguins' first goal of 2025-26 season scored by unlikely player
- Justin Brazeau, a 25-year-old Canadian forward, nets two goals in his Penguins debut
- Brazeau is a journeyman who scored 11 goals across 76 games last season
On October 8th, 2025, the Pittsburgh Penguins kicked off their 2025-26 NHL season with an unexpected hero. Justin Brazeau, a 25-year-old Canadian forward who signed with the Penguins as a free agent this offseason, scored the team's first two goals of the season.
Brazeau is a journeyman player who has bounced around the NHL and minor leagues in recent years. Last season, he scored 11 goals across 76 games between the Boston Bruins and Minnesota Wild. However, in his Penguins debut, Brazeau showcased a surprising scoring touch, finding the back of the net twice to give his new team an early lead.
The Penguins are hoping Brazeau's performance is a sign of things to come. At 6-foot-5 and 220 pounds, he brings a physical presence to the team, but his ability to contribute offensively as well could make him a valuable asset for the Penguins as they look to contend in the competitive Metropolitan Division this season.
