Penguins/NHL
 RHD Trevor Van Riemsdyk |  LHD Declan Carlile | |
| Age: 34 | 6’3, 210 | Age: 26 | 6’3, 190 | |
| Terms: 2 years, $8 Million ($4MM AAV) | Terms: 2 Years, $3 Million ($1.5MM AAV) |
Theme on the Blueline: Another right handed defenseman? That was the immediate reaction to the Penguins signing soon to be 35 year old defenseman Trevor Van Riemsdyk to a 2 year, $8 million contract right when the clock struck noon for free agency. Pittsburgh on Tuesday traded for defenseman Kaedan Korczak from the Vegas Golden Knights whom the team see’s as a long-term fixture in a #2 pairing role, per sources. Among the early feedback is Pittsburgh really likes To read this insider news, subscribe to get “Inside Access”!
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