Penguins’ new defense prospect Jesper Lindgren described as ‘smart, consistent’

PITTSBURGH — The Penguins on Tuesday acquired forward Kasperi Kapanen, forward Pontus Aberg, and defense prospect Jesper Lindgren from the Leafs.

The centerpiece of the deal is obviously Kapanen, and Dave, Dejan, and I have all written pieces on him joining the team. Then, given that Aberg is a pending restricted free agent and is under contract in the KHL next season, he might not ever play a game in the organization.

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That leaves Lindgren. What kind of a player did the Penguins get with Lindgren?

Lindgren is an agile, smooth skater (though not especially fast) and a good passer.

Marlies head coach Greg Moore offered this assessment of Lindgren’s game after the AHL season ended when asked by TSN which players impressed him this season.

Jim Rutherford made it clear to Dave Molinari on Tuesday that he thinks Lindgren needs to add some size and strength.

“He’s a little on the lighter side,” Rutherford said. “If he gets stronger … he’s a prospect.”

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