Penguins make young fan’s dream come true, sign him to 1-day contract

The Penguins got a new player, if only just for one day.

The team signed a Make-A-Wish contract for Myer Gallant, of O’Leary, Prince Edward Island, Canada, on Wednesday morning. He even got his own introductory press conference.

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“We have a big time addition to the Penguins right in time for a big weekend divisional game,” Penguins GM Kyle Dubas said.

Myer and his family got some Penguins gear and spent the morning practicing with the team.

Captain Sidney Crosby said the experience helps keep the team grounded.

“I think it’s inspiring. I think it puts things in perspective,” Crosby said. “The fact that he wants to spend time here and experience a day with us, I think, means a lot to us, and I hope it’s something that he really enjoys and has great memories of.”

Myer and his family will also be in attendance when the Penguins face rival Flyers on Thursday evening.

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