Pittsburgh Penguins facing major regret following a failed trade in the summer
The Pittsburgh Penguins almost traded goalie Tristan Jarry this past offseason, and rumors are now circulating that he could soon be back on the trade block.
While much of the attention in Pittsburgh this summer was on captain Sidney Crosby's contract extension, there was also talk that Jarry might not return for the 2024-25 season. Jarry was in goal for the Penguins' opening night, but he hasn't shown he deserves the starting spot yet.
In the season opener, Jarry had a rough performance, getting pulled in a 6-0 loss to the New York Rangers. The game was especially important, making his struggles even more disappointing. His inconsistency has fueled doubts about whether he can be the Penguins long term starting goalie.
Josh Yohe from The Athletic called Jarry's play unprofessional & revealed that the Penguins had tried to trade him during the summer but couldn't find a team willing to take him. The uncertainty around Jarry's future has raised questions about how long he'll remain in Pittsburgh.
Now, with the Penguins' goaltending situation still unclear, many reporters are speculating that Jarry could be on the trade block again. One possible landing spot is Colorado, where the Avalanche are dealing with their own goaltending struggles. Starter Alexandar Georgiev has a 5.79 goals-against average and a .802 save percentage through four games.
However, Jarry's inconsistent play, combined with his hefty contract - a deal worth $5.375 million annually through 2028 with a 12-team no-trade clause - may make it difficult for Pittsburgh to find a trade partner. If no deal can be made, general manager Kyle Dubas could even consider a buyout next summer.
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