May 18, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan (middle) reacts on the bench against the New York Islanders in game two of the first round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
The NHL Rumor Mill will have a few less names to talk about as both Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang are expected to stay with the Penguins next season. Based on GM Ron Hextall’s comments he believes the team is still in a win-now mode and sees a future with this core.