Penguins' Harrison Brunicke: Sent back to juniors

Brunicke was reassigned to WHL Kamloops on Monday.

Brunicke received praise from team brass throughout the preseason, which led to speculation that he might make the Opening Night roster. Instead, the 18-year-old blueliner will be given another year in the WHL to further his long-term development. Once his junior campaign wraps up, Brunicke could be a late-season addition to the Penguins' roster.