Hallander at 18 is ahead of the curve. His size, defensive play and emerging offensive game will be special in two or three years. Bjorkqvist will provide that element of size, grit and compete that the Pens simply lack. I see him coming after a year at WB if he is healthy. Oliver is being rating to high based on draft position and reputation. I like Hallander here.
He's certainly an intriging prospect to watch. I'm really hoping between McCann, Bjugstad, Hallander, Bleuger, Palve, Olund, and even Almeida (even though I see him more as a wing), that one of them can turn into a solid 2C for us.
This is looking ahead in three years when Malkin's contract is up as I believe he will retire back to Russia at that time. You're left with Sid...then...? Then you have a gaggle of current 3/4C talent (actual and prospective). Hopefully one can break though. That said, I think we will have plenty of quality wingers.
Defense will be interesting to see with POJ and Addison. I think Dumo and Petts will be around for awhile. Letang may retire same time as Malkin but...who knows. By then he will likely be of 2nd pairing quality.