The Pittsburgh Penguins moved out a haul of players for Anaheim Ducks forward Rickard Rakell. At the time, the Penguins were still hoping to compete in the playoffs and win playoff rounds.

While it will be tough to do at the NHL Trade Deadline, it does not mean GM Kyle Dubas is not open to moving the defenseman. Pittsburgh may not recoup the assets they gave up for him, but Karlsson still has value, especially paired with the right player.

The Athletic has live coverage of the 2025 NHL trade deadline. DENVER — Trade deadline week has arrived. A couple of noteworthy moves were made around the NHL over the weekend, but the Penguins haven’t struck yet.