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What I’m hearing about Penguins’ NHL trade deadline plans, Stuart Skinner’s future
- The Penguins plan a potential trade for a right-handed defenseman before the March deadline.
- If Dubas does nothing, the plan to build for the future would stay intact without sacrificing draft picks or prospects.
- Stuart Skinner has been sensational, establishing himself as the Penguins’ No. 1 goaltender in recent games.
- Skinner’s contract status is uncertain, with the Penguins weighing a potential return or letting him walk this summer.
- Coach Dan Muse briefly rotated Skinner into more starts during a recent road trip, signaling a potential shift in goaltending plans.
- Top forwards for Pittsburgh are strong, with Crosby leading the first line and a deep second line featuring Malkin, Novak, and Chinakhov.
- Rookie Ben Kindel has earned respect for his work ethic and defensive play, despite a rough goal drought.
- Kevin Hayes and other depth players could fill forward slots if need arises, but the primary focus remains on defense.
- Pittsburgh has confidence in its blue-line options like Parker Wotherspoon and Ryan Shea, while Letang and Graves have shown improvement.
- If Skinner continues to perform well, the Penguins might price him out of Pittsburgh, though the team could still afford him given cap space.
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