The Pittsburgh Penguins are making their decisions regarding how their roster looks on Opening Night. Veteran defenceman Ryan Graves is not in those plans.
Penguins to Place Graves on Waivers
The Penguins announced Saturday that they will be placing Graves on waivers. If Graves clears waivers, he will join the Penguins' American Hockey League affiliate, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.
Big Contract/Poor Results
Graves signed a six-year contract with the Penguins prior to the 2023-24 season. Neither of his first seasons in Pittsburgh were good, with last season being his worst of his career. Graves struggled, finishing with only one goal and four points in 61.
An indication of Graves's poor performance can be found in his ice time. Despite an 82-game average of over 18 minutes per g