The Penguins have signed defenseman Sergei Gonchar, 41, to a professional tryout contract, the club announced this morning.
Gonchar, who played for Pittsburgh for five seasons from 2005-10, helped the team win a Stanley Cup championship in 2009.
Gonchar also helped the club to a Cup Final appearance in 2008.
During their Stanley Cup run he scored three goals and assisted on 11 more.
Gonchar would add a veteran presence to what is expected to be be a very young defense this season.