@penguins What in the living hell? In what world does Kapanen deserve that after his putrid season? Can’t play in the top 6, can’t play defense. He’s a liability unless he scores, which he didn’t do very much
@SethRorabaugh I think Smith can go down to the AHL. Even then, POJ needs to play. Can’t have a 23 year old ride the bench in the middle of his development
@AGretz I think we’re seeing Hextall’s true plan. He hates Pittsburgh so much that he’s become their GM to blow up their team. When he’s fired, he’ll go back to Philly
@NHLdotcom@NHL The core has never been the issue. It’s been the shit supporting cast for the last 3 years. The team has been 1st line heavy for the last 3 years. Stop giving 3rd/4th line players stupid contracts and give Malkin legitimate wingers.
@OtherNHLCrosby Well yea, but now every team knows the pens need to dump someone. At least before they signed Rutta, it was more of a luxury than a necessity
@jmarshfof Are the penguins confident in signing a bonafide PPG center if they let Malkin go? Sure the pens can make the playoffs without Malkin, but they need him (and a competent scoring 2nd line) to win. Worst case scenario , pull a TB and stick him on LTIR for half the season 🤷♂️