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Predators’ Finnish Forward Mikael Granlund traded to Pittsburgh Penguins

The Pittsburgh Penguins gained a good forward depth as they added Mikael Granlund from the Nashville Predators on Wednesday. Grandland is the latest to exit Predators having been traded in the second round pick for 2024.

Mikael Grandlund is a grand addition to the Penguins’ squad as they look into the playoffs. The Pittsburgh Penguins hold on to the wildcard spot, being three points ahead off Sabres and eight shy of Rangers. Grandlund, 9 goals and 36 points in 58 games, is a top-nine forward who has a versatile range of play. He has speed to play up and slow it down and play a lil bit defense. Additionally, Mikael can be a real help in the wings and the middle.

Mikael is under contract through the 2024-25 season at a cap hit of 5 million dollars. The Granlund cam rethrough as a rejuventaion after the bit of blow in the morning. They traded veteran Teddy Bleuger to Vegas Golden Knights for a prospect and 2024 third-round draft selection.

Predators have a flushing season as they look forward to a transition. On Saturday, they traded Nino Neiderreiter to the Winnipeg Jets. Tampa Bay Lightning snatched up Tanner Jeannot, also Edmonton notched Mattias Ekholm. Predators are eight points shy off the final spot in the Western Conference wild-card spot, having 13 picks in the 2024 NHL Draft.

How will Granlund fits in Penguins’ squad? Will we see the Penguins in the play-offs?

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Mohammed Bazim S is a final-year Journalism student with a deep passion for sports reporting. At the age of 19, he is already making strides towards his dream of becoming a paddock reporter and rinkside correspondent. With a particular love for ice hockey and Formula 1, Mohammed aspires to capture the excitement of these sports through immersive reporting. His enthusiasm, coupled with his dedication to honing his skills, sets him on a path towards bringing the thrilling world of sports to life for fans worldwide.
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