Hayes scored a goal and added two assists in AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's 7-1 win over Hartford on Saturday.
Hayes was a breakout player last year with 39 points over 42 regular-season games for the Baby Pens. The 24-year-old forward has kept it up with five points over three games to start this season. Hayes got some looks with the Penguins down the stretch in 2025-26 and could be a call-up candidate if injuries strike for the big club.