The Pittsburgh Penguins have made a strategic move by acquiring goaltender Artūrs Šilovs from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for forward Chase Stillman and a fourth-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft. Šilovs, who garnered the Jack A. Butterfield Trophy for his outstanding playoff performance with the Abbotsford Canucks, showcased an impressive postseason record, finishing the Calder Cup Playoffs with a 2.01 goals-against average and a .931 save percentage.

His regular-season performance for Abbotsford also stood out, with a 14-5-1 record alongside a solid .908 save percentage. Despite facing challenges during his stint with Vancouver, where he posted a 3.65 GAA and .861 save percentage, his potential remains high. With significant AHL experience, including 59 wins, and international accolades, Šilovs aims to solidify his role with Pittsburgh as they seek to bolster their netminding options for the upcoming seasons.