Pens options after Niedermayer remain unclear for now

After losing out on center Rob Niedermayer today, the Penguins options in free agency at the center position are now unclear.

The team is looking to add a forward in the $1 million range and the team's pursuit of Niedermayer was a sign that management is eyeing a veteran third line center presence.

One player currently not on the Pens radar is former Penguins center Dominic Moore. As of 1:00 p.m. this afternoon, the Penguins have had zero contact with Larry Kelly the agent for Dominic Moore, a league source confirmed to Inside Pittsburgh Sports.

The Penguins not having interest in Moore is somewhat of a surprise. Moore, 29, made a salary of $1.1 million last season and is a versatile third line center who skates very well, kills penalties, and is strong on face-offs.

His skating ability makes him a good fit in Dan Bylsma's uptempo-system.

There is also word that Moore's camp see's Pittsburgh as an ideal fit but for now that interest doesn't appear mutual.