Now in Sioux City after a May trade from Chicago, Tomko slots into a middle-six role and early special teams auditions. He brings straight-line speed, a heavy first three steps, and a willingness to drive the middle, which fits Sioux City’s rush game. Last season, he produced 10 goals and 23 points with the Steel, with late-season flashes versus the NTDP that showed improved touch off the rush. On retrievals, he supports low, shields on his forehand, and plays quickly to the inside lane or low-to-high. Off puck, he arrives early at the net front for tips and second chances, and he tracks hard through the neutral zone to kill plays. Next steps are a quicker catch-and-release from the slot, more deception off entries, and cleaner puck protection under contact. Penn State has him on the books for 2026–27, so a two-year college runway is realistic. If the shot threat and decision speed tick up, he projects as a bottom-six pivot who adds board wins, net-front touches, and streaming value in hits with spot goals.