Penguins Bring Back Marc-Andre Fleury on Tryout Deal
When you think about the Pittsburgh Penguins, one name that always comes up is Marc-Andre Fleury. And now, in a move that feels like a storybook moment, the Penguins have signed the 40-year-old goaltender to a professional tryout contract. This means Fleury will skate in practice with the team on September 26, and then he’s expected to take the ice during their exhibition game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on September 27 at PPG Paints Arena. For Penguins fans, this is less about roster moves and more about celebrating a legend in black and gold.
The announcement was made by Kyle Dubas, the team’s president of hockey operations and general manager. He didn’t mince words when expressing how much this moment means for the franchise. Dubas said the organization feels honored to welcome Fleury back, not just because of his career achievements, but because of the kind of person he is. According to Dubas, Fleury represents more than just wins and trophies—he represents heart, humility, and the bond he built with fans over the years.
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And those career accomplishments? They’re staggering. Fleury played 22 seasons in the NHL, suiting up for Pittsburgh, Vegas, Chicago, and Minnesota. Over that span, he appeared in more than 1,000 games, recorded 575 wins, and earned 76 shutouts. Only Martin Brodeur has more wins in league history. He’s a three-time Stanley Cup champion with the Penguins—in 2009, 2016, and 2017—and he won the Vezina Trophy in 2021 as the league’s top goaltender. On top of that, Fleury was a four-time NHL All-Star and captured the William M. Jennings Trophy in 2021.
But it’s in Pittsburgh where his name is etched most deeply. He was originally drafted first overall by the Penguins in 2003 and went on to spend 13 seasons with the team. Nearly every major goaltending record in Penguins history has his name beside it—most games played, most wins, most shutouts. In the playoffs, it was much of the same. Fleury is the Penguins’ all-time leader in postseason games played, wins, and shutouts, while also ranking among the best in goals-against average and save percentage.
Beyond the stats, Fleury was admired in the locker room and the community. He picked up multiple team awards recognizing his leadership, sportsmanship, and community service, and fans embraced him for his playful personality just as much as his competitive spirit.
So, when he steps back onto the ice in Pittsburgh later this month, it won’t just be another preseason game. It will feel like a reunion, a chance for fans to say thank you, and for Fleury to close the loop on a career that started in this very city. For Penguins fans, it’s not just about hockey—it’s about homecoming.
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