Penguins GM Jim Rutherford may be getting along in years. But he sure isn’t dull…or predictable.
In his latest surprise move of the summer, JR signed veteran forward Matt Cullen to a 1-year deal worth $800,000. The 38-year-old Virginia, Minnesota native—who won a Stanley Cup with Rutherford’s Hurricanes in 2005-06—can play center and left wing. He’s expected to vie for a spot on the fourth line.
Given the Pens’ perceived need for help on defense, the move is a bit of a head-scratcher. It narrows the door for youngsters such as Bryan Rust, Oskar Sundqvist, and Scott Wilson to make the team…at least out of training camp.