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Heading to AHL Hayes was reassigned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Wednesday.

Impact Hayes got his first taste of NHL action in the second half of the 2025-26 campaign, recording five goals, 23 hits, 12 PIM and nine blocked shots while averaging 11:10 of ice time across 16 appearances. He'll head to the minors ahead of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and should see playing time for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton late in the NHL campaign.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Pots pair of goals Hayes scored twice on three shots and added two hits in Tuesday's 7-5 loss to the Blues.

Impact Hayes has filled a part-time role in April, playing in three of the last five games. The 23-year-old forward had a good showing with his second multi-goal game in the NHL. However, he has just five goals with 25 shots on net, 23 hits and 12 PIM over 16 appearances at the NHL level this season. It's unclear if he'll be in the lineup often in the playoffs -- if not, he could be reassigned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton to get steadier playing time.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 15 • YOUTUBE

Summoned from AHL Hayes was recalled from AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Sunday.

Impact Hayes has three goals, 20 shots on net, seven blocked shots and 16 hits in 13 NHL outings this season. He also has 23 goals and 38 points in 40 AHL appearances during the 2025-26 campaign.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up three points in AHL win Hayes scored a goal and added two assists in AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's 3-1 win over Lehigh Valley on Friday.

Impact With the tally, Hayes has 23 goals this season, matching his total from the 2024-25 regular season. He's at 38 points in 40 appearances this year compared to 42 points in 60 outings last year. Hayes has seen some NHL time recently, but with the Penguins getting healthier, it's unclear if he'll get another look in Pittsburgh before the end of the campaign.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sent back down Hayes was reassigned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Thursday, Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports reports.

Impact Hayes has been shuffling between levels a bit late in the season. The Penguins' forward group is mostly healthy now, so Hayes may not get another opportunity to play with the big club during the regular season, but he'll see plenty of ice time in the AHL.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Gets involved in blowout win Hayes scored a goal in Monday's 8-3 win over the Islanders.

Impact Hayes spent a couple of days in the AHL over the weekend, and he returned to the NHL lineup with a third-period goal. The 23-year-old has three goals, 20 shots on net, 14 hits, 12 PIM and a minus-5 rating over his first 12 NHL outings. Hayes will likely be limited to bottom-six minutes for the rest of the season, giving him low fantasy appeal.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Called up from minors Hayes was brought up from AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Monday.

Impact Hayes has failed to register a point in his last 10 NHL games while chipping in 13 shots, 12 PIM and 11 hits. The decision to bring Hayes up from the minors would seem to indicate that Sidney Crosby (lower body) or Evgeni Malkin (upper body) won't be ready to face the Islanders on Monday.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Three points in AHL return Hayes scored twice and added an assist in AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's 3-1 win over Laval on Saturday.

Impact Hayes was returned to the AHL earlier in the day. He's caught between levels at this point -- Hayes has dominated the AHL with 35 points over 39 outings this season, but the Penguins don't have room for him on a full-time basis in the NHL. He could be called up again if Pittsburgh needs additional forward depth.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Returned to AHL Hayes was loaned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Saturday.

Impact Pittsburgh also sent down Joona Koppanen and recalled Rutger McGroarty in corresponding moves. Hayes has two goals, 19 shots on net, seven blocked shots and 13 hits in 11 NHL appearances this season. He has amassed 20 goals and 32 points in 38 AHL outings during the 2025-26 campaign.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Called up by Pittsburgh Hayes was recalled from AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Thursday.

Impact Hayes was sent to the minors last Thursday, but he'll rejoin the NHL club a week later. He's appeared in 11 games for Pittsburgh this year, racking up two goals, 13 hits, 12 PIM and seven blocked shots while averaging 10:37 of ice time, and he'll provide additional depth while the team deals with multiple injuries.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Sidney Crosby's return leaves Penguins with no room for rookie Avery Hayes As Sidney Crosby is back in the lineup, the Pittsburgh Penguins are left with no space for rookie Avery Hayes.

MARCH 19 • BOLAVIP.COM

Returned to minors Hayes was reassigned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Thursday.

Impact Hayes has been a healthy scratch for the Penguins' last two games, so the move to the minors shouldn't come as a surprise. It's possible the young winger could suit up for the Baby Pens versus AHL Belleville on Friday before being brought back up from the minors ahead of Saturday's clash with Winnipeg.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back in NHL Hayes was called up by Pittsburgh on Friday, per the AHL transaction page.

Impact Hayes was briefly with AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton to make him eligible for the AHL playoffs. He has two goals, seven PIM, six hits and three blocks in six outings with Pittsburgh in 2025-26.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Sent down Friday Hayes was reassigned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Friday, Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports reports.

Impact The decision to demote Hayes could be a temporary move designed to make him eligible for the AHL postseason. In six NHL games this year, the 23-year-old winger has notched two goals, 11 shots and six hits while averaging 11:38 of ice time. Barring a late deadline addition, Hayes will likely be brought back up from the minors ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Flyers.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Avery Hayes takes an elbow to the head from an NHL official! Penguins rookie Avery Hayes gets an elbow to the head from an NHL official!

FEBRUARY 28 • HOCKEYFEED.COM

Brought up from AHL Hayes was summoned from AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Monday.

Impact Hayes has produced 19 goals and 30 points in 36 AHL outings this season. He scored a pair of goals in his NHL debut against Buffalo on Feb. 5. Hayes might be in the lineup for Thursday's matchup against New Jersey if Sidney Crosby (lower body) is unavailable.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Another hat trick in AHL play Hayes scored three goals in AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's 7-2 win over Springfield on Wednesday.

Impact Hayes has eight goals and an assist over six AHL outings in February. The forward could be a candidate to rejoin Pittsburgh after the Olympic break, especially if Sidney Crosby's leg injury costs him some time. Hayes has 19 goals and 30 points in 35 AHL contests this season.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Hat trick for WBS on Saturday Hayes scored three goals in AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's 4-3 overtime win over Hershey on Saturday.

Impact Hayes has seven goals and two assists during a seven-game point streak at the AHL level. He also scored twice Thursday in a win over the Sabres after his first NHL call-up. Hayes now has 16 goals, 26 points and 105 shots on net through 32 AHL outings. Given his quality of play over the last couple of years, he'll likely get additional looks with Pittsburgh.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Avery Hayes Scores Twice In NHL Debut As Penguins Win Final Game Before Olympic Break Undrafted free agent forward Avery Hayes scored twice in his NHL debut as he helped the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Buffalo Sabres.

FEBRUARY 6 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

Returned to minors Hayes was reassigned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Friday.

Impact Hayes was called up Thursday and made the most out of his NHL debut, scoring twice in a 5-2 victory over Buffalo. Hayes had 13 goals and 10 assists in 31 AHL appearances before his recall.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | NHL roundup: Avery Hayes scores twice in debut as Pens top Sabres Deadspin | NHL roundup: Avery Hayes scores twice in debut as Pens top Sabres

FEBRUARY 6 • DEADSPIN.COM

Deadspin | Avery Hayes' 2-goal debut propels Penguins past Sabres Deadspin | Avery Hayes' 2-goal debut propels Penguins past Sabres

FEBRUARY 6 • DEADSPIN.COM

Three Stars of the Night | NHL.com Avery Hayes (two goals in NHL debut), Mark Stone (goal and two assists), and Jakob Chychrun (two goals) earn Thursday's 3 Stars honors

FEBRUARY 6 • NHL.COM

NHL On The Fly: Top Moments | NHL.com Tonight's top moments including NHL players getting their Olympic sendoff, the Senators win in overtime, and Avery Hayes scores twice in his...

FEBRUARY 6 • NHL.COM

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