Blake Lizotte is identified as a potential trade candidate for the Penguins. He is signed through next season and carries a cheap contract, but he is not expected to yield a significant return in a trade.

Blake Lizotte is progressing in his recovery but is not yet skating.

Blake Lizotte scored the lone goal for the Penguins in their 5-1 loss to the Hurricanes. This defeat marked Pittsburgh's eighth loss in their last ten games, highlighting the team's struggles during the season.

Blake Lizotte scored the Penguins' only goal in the game, marking his second goal in three games. Despite his contribution, the team struggled overall, losing for the eighth time in ten games and failing to capitalize on their power play opportunities.

Blake Lizotte sealed the victory for the Penguins with an empty-net goal, bringing the score to 3-1. His contribution came after a tense moment in the game when Acciari delivered a hit to Slafkovsky, escalating the physicality and frustration among players as the game concluded.