The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired center Philip Tomasino from the Nashville Predators on Monday in exchange for a fourth-round pick in the 2027 draft. The move gives the struggling Penguins another young player to work with as the franchise tries to emerge from its roughest start in two decades.

Predators GM Barry Trotz did not believe Philip Tomasino would clear waivers. The trade ensured the team would get something for him.

The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired forward Philip Tomasino, a former first-round draft pick, from the Nashville Predators on Monday for a fourth-rounder in the 2027 NHL Draft. Tomasino, 23, has one assist in 11 games this season.