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"That doesn’t mean he won’t find a team, but his 65 games and 22 points last season left a lot to be desired." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "There is also still speculation around the Penguins kicking the tires on Norris Trophy winner Erik Karlsson." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "The rumor ran hot all day during the opening of free agency after it was reported the Penguins were in direct contact with the defenseman." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Dubas did not deny the conversations, but kept as much as he could under wraps." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "The deal may not be close to done, but it looks like the Penguins are still involved in the future Hall of Fame defender." } }, { "type": "header", "data": { "text": "Epilogue", "level": 3 } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "The Penguins started day two of free agency with three signings, all as depth options." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": 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Recapping the Penguins First Day of Free Agency