Since taking over the Penguins’ helm in June, new POHO/GM Kyle Dubas has left few stones unturned in his quest for fresh talent.
Indeed, no fewer than eight new forwards, including recent PTO invitees Austin Wagner and Colin White, figure to be in the hunt for bottom-six roles.
However, I confess there’s one omission that’s baffled me.
Former Pen Zach Aston-Reese.
Following five mostly solid seasons in a supporting role in the ‘Burgh and what amounted to a cup of coffee with the Ducks, the defensive-minded forward became a UFA last summer.