Pittsburgh Penguins struggle defensively, face trade speculation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 12:44 PM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins are enduring a difficult stretch, struggling with defensive issues over the last 16 games. Coach Dan Muse criticized the team's performance following a 6-2 loss to the Boston Bruins, highlighting their mistakes. Meanwhile, the NHL trade market is heating up with speculation involving teams looking at players like Dylan Larkin and Evander Kane, who may soon be moving to Russia. The Utah Mammoth are emerging as a potential destination for players on the trade block, while the Boston Bruins are reportedly interested in acquiring Larkin, who remains non-committal about his trade options.
- •Pittsburgh Penguins struggle defensively in last 16 games.
- •Coach Dan Muse critiques team's performance after loss to Bruins.
- •Dylan Larkin and Evander Kane are at the center of trade discussions.
- •Utah Mammoth may attract players on the trade market.
- •Boston Bruins express interest in acquiring Larkin.
- 12:44 PMYahoo Sports — Dan’s Daily: New Team Lurking on Trade Market; Penguins Implosion
"The Pittsburgh Penguins have now submitted a 16-game stretch with as much horrendous defending and as many mistakes as any […]
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