Philip Kemp Stats & Bio | Penguins Defenseman

About Philip Kemp

Philip Kemp is a defenseman for the Pittsburgh Penguins, wearing jersey number 52 and bringing a composed, intelligent presence to the blue line. Standing 6'3" and weighing 201 pounds, Kemp possesses the ideal frame for an NHL defenseman, combining size with the hockey sense developed during his collegiate career at Yale University. Born on February 12, 1999, in Greenwich, Connecticut, Kemp grew up in a region with a strong hockey tradition that helped shape his fundamentally sound game. His time with the Ivy League program refined his defensive instincts and hockey IQ, qualities that caught the attention of Pittsburgh's organization. As a young defender continuing to develop within the Penguins system, Kemp represents a promising piece of Pittsburgh's defensive future.

Updated: Mar 9, 2026