Pens Points: Ottawa Pt. II

Here are your Pens Points for this Friday morning...

It can be a bit overwhelming for a 22-year-old rookie to catch his breath while playing in his first few NHL games. For Jonathan Gruden, he’s trying to keep his game simple and ‘just keep playing.’ [Trib Live]

Who could help the Pittsburgh Penguins up front? Are there any viable trade candidates on the market? [PensBurgh]

News and notes from around the NHL...

How can the Colorado Avalanche win the West? It may seem like a long-shot right now, but there is a plausible path back to the top for the defending champs. [Mile High Hockey]

Even with a plethora of talented, young defenders coming through the system, the New Jersey Devils may still need Ryan Graves. [All About The Jersey]

What might a Jordan Greenway trade look like for the Minnesota Wild? [Hockey Wilderness]

Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews and Boston Bruins leading scorer David Pastrnak are among the final 12 players voted into the 2023 NHL All-Star Game by fans. [ESPN]