The NHL trade rumor season is nearing an end, and one of the biggest names on the market continues to be Pittsburgh Penguins winger Jake Guentzel.
According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Penguins are looking for a prospect-heavy return for their star scorer. They’d prefer to receive two promising young players rather than a mix of a prospect and a draft pick.
Pittsburgh Penguins Looking for Young Talent in Guentzel Trade
This news lines up with Penguins GM Kyle Dubas’ recent comments about the team’s direction. It seems Dubas is eager to inject some youthful energy into the lineup without fully committing to a rebuild. Prospects offer the potential to contribute at the NHL level sooner than draft picks, which could help Pittsburgh maintain competitiveness as they transition their roster.
Of course, trade dynamics could shift if the Penguins are forced to take back a less-than-desirable contract as part of the deal. But for now, teams interested in Guentzel will need to be prepared to part with some top-tier prospects if they want to land the skilled winger.
With the trade deadline approaching, the Guentzel sweepstakes are sure to ramp up. Stay tuned for the latest trade buzz, and for those in Pittsburgh, don’t miss the latest Pittsburgh Penguins news, NHL salary cap information, and updates on what channel the Penguins game is playing on TV – all available on our website.
