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Jake Livanavage News

Livanavage is expected to make his NHL debut on Tuesday.

With Pittsbrugh sitting nearly half their roster vs. St. Louis on Tuesday, Jake Livanage will make his NHL debut as he draws into the Penguins' lineup. The 21-year-old undrafted defensemen signed an entry-level contract earlier in the week after completing his college career with the University of North Dakota (NCAA) and putting up five goals and 25 points in 39 games in 2025-26.

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Pittsburgh has signed Jake Livanavage to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Just hours after being knocked out of the Frozen Four with North Dakota, Jake Livanavage has signed a three-year, entry-level contract with Pittsburgh. The 21-year-old undrafted defensemen had a successful third season in North Dakota (NCAA), with five goals, 25 points and a +10 plus/minus in 39 games this season.

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