Chinakhov elevated to top power play taken in Cranberry, Pa. (Top story). Photo by GREG MACAFEE / DKPS

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'Great opportunity'

Chinakhov elevated to top power play

By Taylor Haasein Cranberry, Pa.

September 29, 2026

With Bryan Rust injured and the Penguins spending extensive time working on special teams Tuesday, Egor Chinakhov was elevated to the top power play unit ahead of Wednesday's season opener against the Flyers in Philadelphia.Read More

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