Former Penguins Goalie Louis Domingue Signs with HC Bolzano in Italy

Former Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Louis Domingue is set to embark on a new chapter in his hockey career, signing with HC Bolzano of the ICEHL in Italy. This move marks a significant transition for Domingue, who has spent the past season navigating between leagues in Russia and North America.

Last season, Domingue faced challenges while playing for Sibir Novosibirsk in the KHL, where he recorded a tough 0-9-2 record. His performance included an .892 save percentage and a 3.83 goals-against average. However, he found more success in the AHL with the Charlotte Checkers, finishing the 2025-26 season with a 9-4-0 record, an .896 save percentage, and a commendable 2.21 goals-against average.

During his time with the Penguins in the 2021-22 season, Domingue primarily played for the AHL’s Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, where he achieved a 10-9-2 record, a .924 save percentage, and a 2.41 goals-against average. He also made two appearances for the Penguins, posting a 1-1-0 record with an impressive .952 save percentage and a 2.02 goals-against average.

Over a decade in the NHL, Domingue has played 144 games for several teams, including the Arizona Coyotes, Tampa Bay Lightning, New Jersey Devils, Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames, Penguins, and New York Rangers. His overall NHL record stands at 61 wins, 60 losses, and 10 overtime losses, alongside a .906 save percentage and a 3.01 goals-against average. As he heads to Italy, fans will be eager to see how he adapts to this new environment and continues his journey in professional hockey.

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