According to Coach Reirden the team wanted veteran stability on the blue line. Joshe Yohe examines Mark Eaton's role on the team.

Cursed or not, the Pittsburgh Penguins' blue alternate jerseys are gone for good. The franchise has ditched the sweaters they first wore at the 2011 Winter Classic, according to Dejan Kovacevic of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. They were on the way out after the regular season, anyway, but Pittsburgh opted to pull the plug a little early.

After initial reports that Iggy was going to Boston, the Pens won the sweepstakes. Full story here -

Per LeBrun for 2 2nd round picks

I won't be surprised if the Sixers offer him a tryout.

He'd be cheaper than adding a "star" player like Iginla, and would leave a few million in extra cap space. So if he's available, yes.