Penguins Scratch Surprising Player Ahead of Tonight's Crucial Game

The Pittsburgh Penguins are set to face off versus the New York Islanders in a crucial matchup between divisional rivals. Both teams are in a similar boat as they sit outside the wildcard spot by quite a bit of points and need to gather as many wins as possible ahead of the trade deadline. Mike Sullivan has made a surprising change regarding their forward and some fans are furious.

Puljujarvi scratched ahead of tonight's game

As per reporter, it was announced that the Penguins would be scratching new addition Jesse Puljujarvi before tonight's game versus the New York Islanders.




Puljujarvi, has played 6 games with the Penguins this season and has recorded 0 points. For the fans, he is seen as a project and don't expect much production yet.

On X also known as twitter, a fan expressed his outrage.



Perhaps a questionable call by Sullivan, but he is not afraid to try anything as the Penguins desperately need a solution.