BREAKING: Jake Guentzel's Future in Pittsburgh Likely Confirmed

We may be witnessing the final weeks of Jake Guentzel in a Penguins uniform.

Bombshell News Coming out of Pittsburgh

It's the scenario no Penguins fan wants to hear on a Thursday Evening. Jake Guentzel's days may be counting down with the Penguins. It was reported earlier today that teams around the league are hearing that there is a growing sense that the Pittsburgh Penguins will be trading Jake Guentzel before the trade deadline.

This is a sign that the Penguins couldn't come to an agreement for the star forward and are ready to move on.

The Penguins fate will be determined in the coming weeks

The Penguins forward is on an expiring deal and will be turning 29 years old. The Penguins are currently 1 point out of the playoff race. Kyle Dubas must not have faith in the team pulling through to the playoffs for him to consider trading the UFA or it's a sign that both parties seem ready to move on.

The expecation is that the Penguins won't trade him until they get the offer they wanted. They are asking for a first round pick, A prospect and a roster player.

Until then, let the bidding war begin!