Penguins Show Interest in Flames Defenseman Noah Hanifin
The Pittsburgh Penguins are aiming high in retooling their defensive group.
One of the biggest concerns for the Pittsburgh Penguins as the 2023-24 season slowly creeps into view is finding a way to improve the defensive group.
The Penguins have a log jam of defenders, but not enough of them strike as impact players and guys like Jeff Petry and Jan Rutta didn’t live up to expectations.
President of hockey operations Kyle Dubas has his hands full as he takes over the team, but he understands what kind of changes need to be made.
According to Rob Rossi of the Athletic, the Penguins are working on improving their defense and are aiming for one of the biggest blue liners on the trade market.
The Penguins have engaged in conversations with the Calgary Flames for defenseman Noah Hanifin.
Ever since it was reported that the Flames are shopping Hanifin, the Penguins have been listed as a real possibility.
Hanifin can bring an immediate impact to the Penguins’ blue line and play alongside Kris Letang.
Dubas said he wanted to target teams up against the salary cap and the Flames turned into a perfect target.
Hanifin is set to enter the final year of a contract that earns him just under $5 million.
The Penguins have also been looking to find a taker on Jeff Petry who has two years remaining at $6.25 million.
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