The Pittsburgh Penguins traded up to the fourth round of the 2026 NHL Draft on Saturday.

They originally had a sixth-round pick but traded it, along with a 2027 fourth-round pick, to the Boston Bruins for the 111th overall pick. 

The Penguins found a player that they liked and traded up to select 20-year-old defenseman Parker Von Richter of the OHL's Barrie Colts. He played in 28 games with the Colts this season, compiling eight goals and 24 points. He also finished the playoffs with two goals and 14 points in 21 games. 

Von Richter originally started the 2025-26 season with the Brampton Steelheads before they traded him to the Colts. He had four goals and 25 points in 38 games with the Steelheads before he was traded. 

Von Richter is committed to the University of New Hampshire for the 2026-27 season. 

He stands as the Penguins' last pick of the day unless they acquire another pick. 

Bookmark THN - Pittsburgh Penguins on your Google News tab to follow the latest Penguins news, roster moves, player features, and more!