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    Kelsey Surmacz
    Jul 8, 2025, 01:30
    Updated at: Jul 8, 2025, 01:31

    According to Josh Yohe of The Athletic, the Carolina Hurricanes were prepared to "pry one of Bryan Rust or Rickard Rakell out of Pittsburgh" had they not landed star winger Nikolaj Ehlers.

    Heavy interest remains for both Penguins' wingers, who each registered 30-plus goals last season.

    Do you think at least one of Rust or Rakell will be traded this offseason?

    What I’m hearing about the Penguins’ Bryan Rust, Rickard Rakell trade considerations What I’m hearing about the Penguins’ Bryan Rust, Rickard Rakell trade considerations Teams around the NHL continue to show heavy interest in Rust and Rakell.

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