VALTTERI
PUUSTINEN
#48 -
RW
Status
In the minors
Ht/Wt
5’9’’,
183 lbs
Shoots
R
Experience
1
year
Debut
Mar 11, 2022
Born
Jun 4, 1999
(26 yrs)
Kuopio, Finland
Drafted
Drafted by Pittsburgh in 2019 (7/203).
Drafted from
HPK (Fin)
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2025-10-03 |
Assigned to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (AHL).
|
| 2025-10-02 |
Placed on waivers by the Pittsburgh Penguins.
|
| 2025-04-18 |
Assigned to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (AHL).
|
| 2025-04-10 |
Recalled from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (AHL).
|
| 2024-11-27 |
Assigned to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (AHL).
|
News
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Rotowire
Thu, Oct 02, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Puustinen was placed on waivers by Pittsburgh on Thursday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.
Rotowire
Fri, Apr 18, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Puustinen was sent to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Friday.
Scouting Report
Lacks optimum size for the National Hockey League, but he makes up for it with a terrific release and scoring instincts. Plays well with a playmaking center. Could stand to improve his defensive work. Must produce consistent offense in order to stick as an NHLer over time.
Long Range Potential: Diminutive but talented winger.
