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Breaking Down the Big Trade with Edmonton | Pittsburgh Penguins
- Penguins acquire Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick from Edmonton in exchange for Tristan Jarry and Sam Poulin
- Dubas said the move adds depth at goalie with experience and a draft asset to help the team move forward
- Kulak is described by Dubas as a versatile, steady defenseman who can kill penalties and play multiple positions
- Skinner, a hometown Edmonton product, brings playoff experience to Pittsburgh
- Dubas emphasizes that the goalie plan is to have Skinner and Silovs compete for NHL spots
- The Oilers and Penguins expect the trade to influence the goaltending landscape for the upcoming season
- Kulak’s immigration status was noted as a factor delaying his availability for weekend games
- The Penguins have back-to-back afternoon games this weekend as Skinner and Kulak join the squad
- The deal adds to Pittsburgh's existing goaltending depth and junior prospects in the system
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