Guentzel, 28, had another strong season in 2022-23 and was nearly a point-per-game player. In 78 games, the Omaha native put up 73 points (36 goals, 37 assists), 46 penalty minutes and was a plus-two in 78 games.
With Guentzel not being re-evaluated until early-November, there's a very good chance that his $6 million cap hit will be placed on long-term injured reserve, which would create plenty of space for Kyle Dubas. The Penguins have been linked to Erik Karlsson and there could be some clarity on that front this weekend, so if they can get the Sharks to retain some salary on the Swedish defenceman, Pittsburgh can make it work.
