Penguins Explore Roster Changes as Losses Continue

Pittsburgh is reportedly sounding out veterans with trade clauses as it seeks to get younger and add speed, with young defensemen a particular need. Bryan Rust, Rickard Rakell and Erik Karlsson have been named as possible pieces, but Karlsson’s full no-movement clause and expiring deal complicate a move; no deal is confirmed. The Penguins lost 5–3 to Anaheim on Nov. 9 as Cutter Gauthier completed a hat trick.