The Penguins, still in the hunt for a playoff spot, are weighing their options. With the deadline on March 8th looming, they must decide: double down on this season's roster for a playoff push or trade away assets for future gains.
Jake Guentzel, set to become a free agent after this season and likely to command a hefty raise, is at the center of these trade speculations. Given the financial implications, his days in Pittsburgh might be numbered.
Emily Kaplan has revealed the asking price for Guentzel: the Penguins want multiple first-round picks or a mix of a first-round pick and a top prospect in exchange for their star forward.
Guentzel, at 29, has been a standout this season with 52 points in 50 games. Over his career, he has amassed 466 points in 503 games, proving his worth as a top-tier forward. However, his recent injury, occurring just two weeks ago, could impact his trade value as the deadline draws near.
Source: Hockeypatrol
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