The initial buzz of free agent frenzy has come and gone. Teams may still be on the lookout for potential diamonds in the rough or players that can help round out an already-built roster.
In the case of Jim Rutherford and the Penguins, the latter may be the route the team takes in order to put the final touches on a roster that has seen its fair share of transactions over the last several weeks.
When projecting the Pens’ opening night squad, seemingly every position is locked in. With one minor exception: the third defense pairing.