Moving one of Michael Matheson, Jason Zucker, or Marcus Pettersson for some inexpensive assets would be ideal. In Pittsburgh, discussing Marc-Andre Fleury will never go away. And I love it! Goalie depth was a question. He had three hits in his debut Monday night, too. The Blackhawks are hoping to convince him to come to Chicago to play with Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews and a revamped roster hoping to make some noise in the Western Conference next year. He did so in 1958. But lets get beyond all this bothersome pragmatism. They just let you hear it through the grapevine. Or perhaps he just wanted one trade legacy that he knew most Penguins fans would love with his limited run of being in charge. Before a 1-0 loss to the Anaheim Ducks Thursday, he had won his first five decisions with a 1.80 goals against average and a 0.92 save percentage. At least one member of the Pittsburgh Penguins hockey ops "wouldn't be surprised" if Fleury wound up back in Pittsburgh. 1 pick in the 2003 NHL draft, spent 13 seasons in Pittsburgh and set team records for games and minutes played, wins and shutouts. Mark Madden: Penguins' mangled defense needs a shakeup, but can management pull it off? Honestly, I dont know. But he came back in 2020 to reunite with former New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady in Tampa. Last year, Washington wanted Fleury really bad. Pittsburghs ability to pay Fleury enough to return and the presence of Tristan Jarry may make such a reunion impossible, though. 2023 Attraction Web S.E.C. We can sit around and chop that up like its a realistic conversation. Hes not my goalie! By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. There are so many great people in Pittsburgh. From his Stanley Cup performances where some of his saves leave fans scratching their heads to his bubbly personality that can take over a room and brings nothing but joy. Are the Penguins the Best Team of the Salary Cap Era? Rob Rossi (@Real_RobRossi) July 28, 2021. One report says the Penguins arent interested in getting Fleury back. arc-Andre Fleury is a three-time Stanley Cup champion, the third-winningest goaltender of all time and a future first-ballot Hall of Famer. Hes moved on and weve moved on. Vegas . All rights reserved. The 2020-21 season marked the first time since Getzalf's rookie season in 2005-06 he's scored fewer than 40 points and betting on the Canadian to bounce back seems like a risk a contender would . If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. It was a no-brainer for GM Jim Rutherford. Now Fleury is entering the final year of his current contract . As the talk of retirement came up and the possibility of not wanting to play for Chicago, it was mentioned that the Penguins could try and work a deal to land their former net minder and reigning Vezina Trophy winner. "I think there is a chance Fleury is coming back to Pittsburgh. At least hed have a standout line on his resume for his next general manager interview. Imagine your job was being relocated to the other side of the country and your boss never told you. They need him back, especially if they legit think the championship window is still open. Evgeni Malkin and Penguins Not Close with New Contract. Watch as Marc-Andre Fleury gets a standing ovation from Pittsburgh after the Penguins play a tribute video for him in his return. "Last year, Washington wanted Fleury really bad.. Theyd also have a gaping hole in net with last years Vezina winner not suiting up and with any free agent goalies already being signed by the time the season rolls around, the Hawks would be in a bad spot. If Fleury digs his heels in the ice and refuses to play for Chicago at any cost, the Hawks may have no other choice than to trade him to the Penguins who have a dire need for a goalie. That's not revisionist history. Advertisement. Through his first 32 games, Fleury was just below average, allowing about 1.9 more goals than expected based on his workload. The Pens would've received significant salary cap relief had McGinn been claimed. It would allow the team to bring back Fleury and have space to pull off another reasonable acquisition. I dont know if being there after not playing for the team for so long I really dont know.". Sunday, September 20, 2020 Pittsburgh Penguins, Vegas Golden Knights. Fleury on a return to Pittsburgh one day. 1 pick in the 2003 NHL Draft, he became the third goalie to be chosen first, joining Michel Plasse (Montreal Canadiens, 1968). Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. On that night, longtime Penguins goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury was selected by the Vegas Golden Knights in the Expansion Draft. There's been lots made of the fact Pittsburgh didn't do anything to acquire goaltender depth at the trade deadline after Jarry wasn't able to get the job done in the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. Marc-Andre Fleury's second return to Pittsburgh won't be like his first. I doubt it. Allvin essentially says, Oh, well. And more importantly, for a cap-strapped team like the Penguins, Murray was younger by a decade and a cheaper option. Its another salary-cap dump triggered by the NHLs flat cap. And as far as returning to play in Pittsburgh once more, forget it. DeSmith and Domingue are both due for new deals and the Penguins shouldnt be afraid to let both 30-year-old backups hit the open market. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. A rugged defenseman and a scoring winger not named Zucker appear to be on the wish list, however with Fleury coming available potentially, the top spot on the list should be taken over. Former Penguins general manager Jim Rutherford was at the forefront of those talks during the offseason. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. #Pens Hextall: Jarry and DeSmith did a good job for us last year. . So it sounds like he got on the phone at some point during the three-week stretch of holding down the fort, and he decided to swing from his heels and attempt to hit a five-run home run on the first pitch he sees with no one on base. The team won't be able to afford everyone and if Fleury wants to return to where it all began, he's going to need to take a major discount from his $7 million salary this season. If Fleury retires, the situation changes. Yet, for all those reasons, it is no wonder why McKenzie is saying the Golden Knights are giving the proposal a hard no.. Minor league report: Penguins lose 3rd consecutive game. Plus, how would the Pens be able to absorb the remainder of Fleurys $7 million salary cap hit this year and the whole chunk in 2022? The Vegas Golden Knights welcomed back former goalie Marc-Andr Fleury with a tribute video that was followed by a standing ovation from the crowd at T-Mobil. That would align with Sidney Crosbys remaining deal. Again, the Blackhawks are expecting Fleury to be their No. Goalie Robin Lehner was acquired in February of that year. Fleury found out on Twitter. In Pittsburgh, rumors are swirling around that Matt Murray will be out of Pittsburgh sooner rather than later. This offseason, two of those goaltenders are unrestricted free agents and the Penguins will have some holes to fill in net. Keep in mind, too, that the 2020-2021 season will see the NHL have a flat cap, there will be no increase in cap space for any team from last seasons upper limit of $81.5 million.Several tough decisions await many clubs as they look to lock up talent on expiring contracts. However, the Penguins arent optimistic the Blackhawks will just move on and trade him in any sort of timely manner. This is Round 2, the Pens beat Tampa 6-2 in Pittsburgh way back on October 15th in one of the first games of the season. In seven regular season games against the Steelers, Gronkowski had 41 catches for 685 yards (97.9 per game) and scored 8 touchdowns. The goalie market has never been hotter, so even if the Penguins have to complete two deals, Jarry could head to another team in need. But he is in line for a hefty payday nonetheless. Tracking LeBron's scoring record chase. The hockey world is not simple. Lehner will become a free agent at seasons end, and when talking about the 2020-21 season in a recent interview, Lehner was quoted as saying: Im sure well have some discussions [with general manager Kelly McCrimmon] after the season and see what happens, Lehner said Wednesday. It would be a complete shame if the reigning Vezina Trophy winner hung up his skates a month later. Mike Tomlin shoots down talk of Antonio Brown returning to the Steelers. Sidney Crosby recorded three points in that game (1G+2A) and Tristan Jarry . Fleury has said to friends he would not need to be the No. Photo credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports. Fleury getting traded (but not to Pittsburgh) guaranteed that. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. Fleury doesnt make Hextall and Burke feel warm and fuzzy. On Tuesday, less than a month after winning the Vezina Trophy, Fleury was traded from the Vegas Golden Knights to the Chicago Blackhawks. Kevin Lankinen gets the start tonight. It has been years since star goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury last suited up as a member of the Pittsburgh Penguins, but for a variety of reasons that team's fan base has never had their love of their now former goaltender fade away in the least. This also aligns well with GM Ron Hextalls comments last week about feeling confident that both Tristan Jarry and Casey Desmith would be returning to the Penguins. Subscribe. Despite not having played for the Penguins since their Stanley Cup victory in 2017, Fleury still feels a great sense of pride and allegiance to Pittsburgh. That gives him an RBI in each of his four career games (dating back to last years two-game recall) for a total of eight. You can contact Tim at tbenz@triblive.com or via Twitter. Not til Fleury comes back to the Penguins, and probably not even then. Lets see how fast she can go!. Published on September 25, 2020 at 6:08 a.m. Meanwhile, the guy. Ask Jim Rutherford. It's become almost inevitable, and now it seems more. Fleury, the No. The Vegas Golden Knights have reportedly "expressed interest" in a reunion with franchise legend Marc-Andre Fleury ahead of the NHL trade deadline. According to many sources (including Pittsburgh Hockey Now and Dans Les Coulisses in Montreal), Penguins players have gotten in touch with the goaltender to see how Flower feels about potentially putting on a black and gold jersey again. But you can blame them for dropping the ball on the human side of the game.While Marc-Andre Fleury still hasnt heard from anybody with the Vegas Golden Knights, he has apparently been traded to Chicago. While a lot of the interest out of Chicago is on Blackhawks legends Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews, and rightly so, the team has been recei NHLTradeRumors.Me is an independent news source and has no affiliation with National Hockey League (NHL), NHL.com, or any team(s). Analysis: New Penguins forward Mikael Granlund isn't a rental. Its an extension of a non-stop discussion, really. All emails are subject to publication unless specified otherwise. One day after the Vegas Golden Knights traded the reigning Vezina winner to the Chicago Blackhawks in a salary dump, there is some uncertainty whether hell even report to the team. A return to Pittsburgh would be a perfect storybook ending for Fleury, even if he's willing to play backup. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. Saturday back in Pittsburgh was no different, as Flower showed up early to pull a prank on former teammate Kris Letang. About the fearlessness that he played the game.. If all of McKenzies report is accurate, lets talk about my guy Patrik Allvin! For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. #FleuryWatch is in its fifth year. Oct 8, 2018. 159 Well, take a stroll over to Las Vegas and it looks like the Golden Knights have a bit of a goalie controversy on their hands as well. Thats likely true. And he wouldnt be traded to the Capitals. What money wouldve had to be moved out the door to make that happen? He stopped 28 of 29 shots in a win against the Blackhawks. The Vegas Golden Knights traded goalie Marc-Andre Fleury unceremoniously to the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday. Regarding Kris Letangs contract talks, Friedman said he and the team are about $1.25 million apart per year., As far as Evgeni Malkins pending free agency, Friedman said the team and Malkins agents may be able to come in line on a three-year term for a new contract. TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. GM Ron Hextall theoretically could have traded for Fleury now and fixed the cap later. 1 pick and where he enjoyed so much success before he was left unprotected in the expansion draft. And, apparently, he was completely aware of that likelihood. And I dont think I could play for the Capitals.. Now Fleury is a Blackhawk, assuming he shows up in Chicago. SHARE THIS. Fleury spent over a decade with the Penguins and left one of the best legacies of any player to put on the jersey. Penguins acquire Mikael Granlund from Nashville Predators, Second round pick heading back to Nashville, Pens sign defender Isaac Belliveau to entry level contract, The 2021 fifth round pick will turn pro full-time in 2023-24, Brock McGinn, Mark Friedman both clear waivers. And the Penguins have little to give back in return. The youth surge continues with the Pirates. The Penguins were reportedly linked to a few trade candidates on Tuesday. Here's something to bounce off a goalpost: Fleury should never have left the Penguins. Ok, not those Beatles as we dont need to hear anyone sing, but the ones who grew up as Penguins together and won three Stanley Cups. According to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet, Marc-Andre Fleury is likely heading back to the Pittsburgh Penguins this offseason. Analysis: New Penguins forward Mikael Granlund isn't a rental. In terms of putting a helmet on and running out of the tunnel and playing ball and stuff like that, Tomlin said. Buffalo, Ottawa, Minnesota and Colorado are other teams that Fleury could be dealt to. They traded for him because they legitimately want him in the fold. Tristan Jarry would likely be the piece being moved to Chicago in any deal for Fleury. His glove hand is the worst in the league. Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown runs out of the tunnel before a Dec. 17, 2017, game against the New England Patriots in Pittsburgh. Hextall and Penguins president of hockey operations Brian Burke have a ton of major decisions to make this upcoming offseason as the likes of Bryan Rust, Evan Rodrigues, Kris Letang, Evgeni Malkin and Rickard Rakell are all hitting the open market. SHARE THIS. According to Rob Rossi of The Athletic, those within the organization are endorsing Fleurys return to Pittsburgh. They would head into next season stronger in net than they were last with Jarry and more financially flexible. It's not an indication of trade talks. Manage Settings Marc-Andre Fleury will soon be returning to Pittsburgh. Meanwhile, the guy who wrestled the primary starting job from Fleury last year in Vegas, Robin Lehner, hasnt been close to as sharp (3-1-1, 2.96, 0.88%). Sometimes the greatest hockey trade is the one you don't make. Trade board. Penguins acquire forward Mikael Granlund from Predators, Penguins trade forward Teddy Blueger to Golden Knights, Penguins sign defensive prospect Isaac Belliveau, Western Pennsylvania's trusted news source. Sign up for our regular 'Penguins Newsletter' for all the latest. In his very, very small sample size with the Golden Knights, Lehner has gone 3-0-0 with a .940% save percentage. Founded in 2009, The Hockey Writers is a premier destination for news and information on everything hockey. Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury (29) reacts as a shot glances off his shoulder during the first period against the Montreal Canadiens in game two of the 2021 Stanley Cup Semifinals at T-Mobile Arena. Fleury opens up about returning to Vegas originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Coaching changes. Not to mention what that would do to Tristan Jarrys confidence. As you would expect that very same Fleury-adoring fan base in Pittsburgh is now eagerly awaiting the conclusion of this season and wondering if Fleury could potentially make his return to their favorite NHL franchise. Fleury shined in his first game back on Dec. 10. Odds & lines subject to change. Considering his production, age, and contract, you cant blame the Golden Knights for moving in this direction. Then again, I thought Fleury winning the Vezina precluded Vegas trading him. Gronkowski retired prior to the 2019 season. I wont even bother to attempt to explain because it sounds like Im defending him in some way, and to me from that standpoint, the nature of our relationship and what we all did together requires no defense. All of this is pure speculation on my part, but I am sure there are many Penguins fans who would love to see Marc-Andre Fleury don the #29 jersey for one final run with the only other professional hockey team he has ever known. Fleury said he was glad the tribute video was shown before the game rather than during it, saying it would have been hard to get through the game otherwise. Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports. As far as Cruz goes, he had an RBI single in the third inning. TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. Elliotte Friedman spoke on the Pat McAfee Show about contract negotiations for Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang, but he also mentioned the possibility of a future Hall of Famer returning to Pittsburgh. Nick has had a hand in covering Pittsburgh sports and news since 2018 previously with KDKA Radio and 93.7 the Fan. There is often a new twist, but the discussion remains the same: It was the right move at the time, but the Penguins havent recovered from Fleurys departure in 2017. Via Vegas Hockey Now, TSNs Bob McKenzie said on NBCSN Wednesday that the Penguins have tried very hard since the offseason to reacquire their former three-time Stanley Cup-winning goalie. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. But Vegas owner Bill Foley vetoed that deal because of Fleurys value to the franchise since its inception in 2017. Gambling problem? Young upstart Matt Murray had just captured his second Stanley Cup in as many years. Fleury, along with everyone else in the organization, knew the writing was on the wall and the Flowers time in the black-and-gold was coming to an end. He was the backbone of the team that went to the Stanley Cup. The Penguins chose to protect Murray over Fleury back during the 2017 expansion draft, when Vegas took him. By Ben Pope Jan 9, 2022, 4:30am PST It's not. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. He called it "possible" and cited how the goaltender did not want to be . Enter the Pittsburgh Penguins who. Fleury would fill seats. Thats yet another discussion. The Pens would've received significant salary cap relief had McGinn been claimed. Now, whether Fleury would accept that role remains to be. So can not knowing when your next start might be or drawing the tough assignment in back-to-back games. Obviously, some of that time is going to be us in Montreal. Rutherford is a two-time Stanley Cup-winning general manager. Penguins fans have been calling for Murrays head for a while now, and many only want to see Fleury as a Penguins netminder. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[320,50],'thehockeywriters_com-medrectangle-3','ezslot_2',823,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-thehockeywriters_com-medrectangle-3-0');if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[320,50],'thehockeywriters_com-medrectangle-3','ezslot_3',823,'0','1'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-thehockeywriters_com-medrectangle-3-0_1');.medrectangle-3-multi-823{border:none!important;display:block!important;float:none!important;line-height:0;margin-bottom:7px!important;margin-left:auto!important;margin-right:auto!important;margin-top:7px!important;max-width:100%!important;min-height:50px;padding:0;text-align:center!important}. Fleury coming back to Pittsburgh never seemed all that likely, given the Penguins tight salary cap and the number of moving parts it wouldve taken to bring Fleury back, but now with it being reported that he will play for Chicago, the reunion can be called off for now. Marc-Andre Fleury could come home to Pittsburgh and act as the mentor to Jarry in the final few seasons of his professional career. I feel like Im writing the same column over and over. Their sellout streak of 633 seems in jeopardy. The celebrated core should still be four - Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang, and Fleury. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. I think Steelers fans will believe it when they see it. Fleury will come back on Oct. 16, as a member of the Chicago Blackhawks. If he wants to come back to Pittsburgh to put a bow on his career, hell have that opportunity to do so if he wants it. He could choose to not report to the Blackhawks and refuse to play for them. Now, whether Fleury would accept that role remains to be seen, as I am sure he feels he is more than capable of leading another club to glory as a starter. NHL Rumors: Penguins & Fleury Reunion Coming. Fleury has been fantastic. Ever since Fleury was taken by the Vegas Golden Knights in the 2017 Expansion Draft, there has been talk about a return to Pittsburgh. Ask any of his teammates or anyone in general who has crossed paths with him and they will all say the same thing an amazing goalie and an even better person. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. (Evgeni Malkin being hurt could create cap room via Tampa Bays close friend, long-term injured reserve.). The Marc-Andre Fleury drama has taken a new twist. Fleury has been fantastic. It's become almost inevitable, and now it seems more. Vegas did not, and Pittsburgh just couldn't afford to swing a deal without a team absorbing a portion of his $7 million cap hit. Mark Madden: If Bob Nutting wanted to 'find a way' to sign Bryan Reynolds, it would be done, Mark Madden's Hot Take: Taylor Lewan is not Steelers' answer at left tackle, Mark Madden: Time for the Penguins to deal with reality, not long-shot fantasy. Lehner took over as the teams starter during the postseason, which was tainted by Fleurys agent, Allan Walsh, who tweeted a picture of a sword inscribed with head coach Peter DeBoers name stabbing his client through the back. At least nothing that wouldnt be a massive subtraction from their current roster. The guys discussed if Fleury's return to Pittsburgh would lead him to the starting role. A few months ago, Pittsburgh had no reason to want. Marc-Andre Fleury is back on the winning track in Minnesota. Friedman discussed that during the 2021-22 season, the Washington Capitals made a hard push to acquire Fleury but he turned it down because of his loyalty to the Penguins. Or how much of the salary were the Pens expecting Vegas to eat? NHL Rumors: NY Rangers Talking Blockbuster Trade, Canadiens Rumors: 3 Players Likely Done in Montreal, Tampa Bay Lightning and Nashville Predators Make Blockbuster Trade, 3 Potential Trade Destinations for Blue Jackets Jonathan Quick, NHL Rumors: 3 Wild On Trade Block, 2 More Could Be Available, NHL Rumors: Hurricanes Targeting Islanders' Centre After Horvat Trade, NHL Rumors: Blackhawks Receiving Trade Offers on 2 Players. If the Penguins can still get Fleury, they should. Marc-Andr Fleury made another return to Pittsburgh last night. Marc-Andre Fleury made his return to Pittsburgh on Tuesday night, marking the first time that he has played a game at PPG Paints Arena as a visitor. Sure, there would be a certain level of risk involved here for Hextall and Burke, but its worth it. "I want to stay in Vegas," Fleury told The Athletic's Jesse Granger . I think there is a chance Fleury is coming back to Pittsburgh. Hes an interim general manager. Over his years in the NHL, not only has Fleury risen the ranks as one of the best goalies ever, he has also become known as one of the league's most infamous pranksters. Who was offered in exchange by either Allvin or Rutherford? Log In. Make sure you bookmark Inside the Penguins for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns and so much more! Also heard Penguins not convinced CHI can be talked into trading Fleury in timely manner. The chemistry and bond the likes of Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang, Evgeni Malkin, and Fleury have is what friendships are made of. Afterward, he threw his . Less than a week after speculation was arising that a reunion between the Penguins and Marc-Andre Fleury could be possible, it appears the chances of that reunion happening are extremely unlikely. The Penguins fandom has never been quite the same since June 21, 2017. But does he make them better? Getting dealt is tough enough, but it was made worse by the fact Fleury found out about the deal from Twitter, not from the organization. Vegas decided it was Robin Lehner who they would move forward with and hes a very capable netminder. The Penguins found themselves dragged back into the Fleury vortex Tuesday by an occurrence that had nothing to do with them. The Vegas Golden Knights could very well buyout the remaining years of Fleurys contract after this season, leaving Robin Lehner as the goalie of the future in Vegas and Fleury without a team Matt Murrays status as the starting goaltender in Pittsburgh has come into question this season with the sudden emergence of All-Star Tristan Jarry. I might even be a bigger fan of Allvin now than I am of Fleury. Fleury, 36, is the reigning and defending Vezina Trophy winner as the NHLs best goalie. The current Las Vegas Golden Knights goalie was nominated for the award "adjudged. I have to be honest based on the answers that were given by Fleury this week Ifeel the chances of that happening are relatively low, but perhaps I'm reading too much into things. According to Sportsnets Elliotte Friedman, Fleury has informed the Blackhawks that he indeed will play this coming season. 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