This Penguins first-round pick has been ranked among the best NHL-affiliated prospects.
The Hockey News' main site revealed players 61-80 for their latest top NHL-affiliated prospect rankings on Wednesday. A notable Pittsburgh Penguins prospect made the cut, as forward Will Horcoff was given the No. 63 spot.
When looking at the season that Horcoff has had with the University of Michigan, it makes a lot of sense that he has been named among the NHL's top prospects. The Penguins' 2025 first-round pick has 24 goals, 13 assists, and 37 points in 37 games this season with the University of Michigan. With numbers like these, there is no question that the 6-foot-5 forward has a ton of potential.
Horcoff has the size and skill to become an impactful player at the NHL level for the Penguins later down the road. Because of this, he is undoubtedly a youngster who Penguins fans should be watching incredibly closely as he continues to develop his game.
Nevertheless, it is going to be interesting to see how good of a player Horcoff will become for the Penguins. It is clear that the skilled forward has a high ceiling.