Major Outlet Says Penguins Should Start Rebuilding Now

Blowing up the roster, however, could prove difficult with 13 players carrying some form of no-movement or no-trade protection. Crosby, Malkin and Letang won't be going anywhere, but Dubas must try and convince some of the others to waive their clauses to accept getting moved to real playoff contenders.


Their best trade chip is scoring winger Jake Guentzel. Eligible to become an unrestricted free agent this summer, the 29-year-old is currently sidelined until after the trade deadline but should still draw plenty of interest in the trade market. Smith, Eller and Rakell could also garner some attention from contenders