With Rakell and Rust still on the roster, the Penguins can achieve that goal while also providing Crosby with the best opportunities to have at least one more productive season in Pittsburgh.

The Pittsburgh Penguins are one of the more interesting teams across the NHL as the offseason continues on. Pittsburgh has a few pieces on the roster who are being viewed as trade chips around the league.

Trade rumors are swirling around Sidney Crosby, linking him to the Montreal Canadiens for a potential Stanley Cup run. With the Penguins possibly entering a rebuild, the timing might be right for a significant trade.