Report: Penguins' Erik Karlsson Generating Interest From Division Rival

With the Pittsburgh Penguins struggling out of the gate, Erik Karlsson is already grabbing the attention of one of their division rivals.

According to TSN's Pierre LeBrun, the Carolina Hurricanes have interest in Karlsson.

"My understanding is that his camp will convene with Kyle Dubas, the GM of the Penguins, in the new year, and figure out a pathway to where this is headed," LeBrun said. "But one team to keep an eye on, the Carolina Hurricanes. They were the runners up for Erik Karlsson back in the summer of 2023 when it was between Carolina and Pittsburgh to get him from San Jose."

"Carolina had a ton of interest in him," LeBrun added. "I'm told they still do... I expect the Hurricanes to…