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Connor Dewar’s quiet trade from Toronto to Pittsburgh turned into a breakout story—going from a low-key depth forward to a vital fourth-line spark plug. After scoring just three assists in 31 games with the Leafs, he exploded for four goals and seven points in 17 Penguins games, earning a contract extension. In his breakout 2025-26 season, he set career highs with 14 goals, 16 assists, and 30 points, becoming a game-changer on both ends. His advanced stats showed he dominated shot attempts and expected goals when on the ice, while logging a career-high penalty kill minutes. Even in tough playoff battles, he delivered with two goals and relentless energy. Now signed for two years at $2.25M annually, Dewar is proving he’s indispensable for Pittsburgh’s bottom six success.

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