4 RFA defensemen that may interest the Pittsburgh Penguins
Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Pittsburgh Penguins GM Kyle Dubas is in search of young players of their early to mid-20s that may play immediately and be an element of their future. There are some RFA defensemen that could be made available, and the Penguins should have a look.
Simon Nemec – Recent Jersey Devils – RHD – Could use a change of scenary. Would likely coach a first-round pick and an assit, or a hockey trade of equal value. The Devils could search for a veteran player as they’re in search of immediate help. It might not make immediate sense for the Penguins given their right side in the mean time.
Pavel Mintyukov – Anaheim Geese – LHD – Offensive numbers weren’t there his 12 months. Cap space just isn’t a problem for the Geese, but they aren’t a cap team. Is he value a first-round pick?
Michael Kesselring – Buffalo Sabres – RHD – A giant defenseman at 6 foot 5 who can skate. Not much offense though.
Olen Zellweger – Anaheim Geese – LHD – A reclamation project that may very well be a steal. Wouldn’t cost near a first-round pick.
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Eight teams that may need interest in Recent Jersey Devils Simon Nemec
James Nichols of NJ Hockey Now: A have a look at potential trade destinations for Recent Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec.
San Jose Sharks – Need defensemen. Could include Collin Graf in a deal.
St. Louis Blues – Could they do a deal involving Jordan Kyrou?
Montreal Canadiens – Don’t have lots of cap space and pending RFAs in Arber Xhekaj, Zachary Bolduc, and Kirby Dach. An RFA swap?
Nashville Predators – No GM yet and never much organizational on the correct side. Does Ryan O’Reilly make sense or perhaps Luke Evangelista?
Seattle Kraken – Have cap space and a necessity. A Shane Wright for Nemec deal?
Toronto Maple Leafs – Would Matthew Knies be available? They don’t have any younger, right-handed defensemen.
Vancouver Canucks – Could use one other young defenseman. Liam Ohgren may very well be a part of the return.
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Honorable mention – Calgary Flames, Recent York Islanders, Boston Bruins and Chicago Blackhawks.
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