THN Poll: Do You Agree In Load Management For NHL Rookies? - Community Post

Pittsburgh Penguins

Nov 15, 2025

Pittsburgh Penguins' 19-year-old defenseman Harrison Brunicke seems to be - at the very least - on a heavy load management schedule this season.

Do you agree with this approach to development at the NHL level? Click on the poll and let us know!

In Leo Carlsson's rookie campaign, the Anaheim Ducks didn't play him in every contest, instead giving him some games off to adjust to the grind of the 82-game NHL schedule. He ended up playing 55 games that season, although he was injured for nearly a month as well.

thehockeynews.comDo you like load management for NHL rookies? - Community PostIn Leo Carlsson's rookie campaign, the Anaheim Ducks didn't play him in every contest, instead giving him some games off to adjust to the grind of the 82-game NHL schedule. He ended up playing 55 games that season, although he was injured for nearly a month as well.

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