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Time of India
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Pittsburgh Penguins acquire Matt Dumba and draft pick from Dallas Stars in bold roster shake-up
Photo byThe Pittsburgh Penguins are adding experience to their blue line—and bolstering their future draft capital. In a move announced today, President of Hockey Operations and GM Kyle Dubas confirmed the Penguins have acquired defenseman Matt Dumba and a 2028 second-round draft pick from the Dallas Stars in exchange for defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok. Dumba, 30, arrives in Pittsburgh with over 700 NHL games to his name, ready to bring grit, shot-blocking, and leadership to a team eager to stay competitive while amassing draft assets for the years ahead. Veteran defenseman Matt Dumba brings experience and toughness as Pittsburgh Penguins build for the future The trade, finalized today by Kyle Dubas, signals Pittsburgh's twin goals of shoring up its defensive corps in the short term while keeping an eye on long-term roster building. Matt Dumba signed through the 2025–26 season at an average annual value of $3.75 million. Last season in Dallas, Dumba put up 10 points (one goal, nine assists) in 63 games, while ranking fifth on the team in blocked shots (60) and sixth in hits (70). The 6-foot-1, 185-pound defender has built a reputation over 12 NHL seasons for his physical style and timely offense, logging 84 goals and 174 assists in 737 regular-season games. Beyond the raw numbers, Dumba brings valuable playoff experience, having played 54 postseason games with Minnesota and Tampa Bay. During the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, he suited up for the Lightning, making his debut on April 21 in a tight 3–2 loss to the Florida Panthers. In those playoffs, he finished second on the Lightning in blocked shots, demonstrating his trademark defensive commitment. Pittsburgh's front office also highlighted the future-facing benefit of the deal. By acquiring Dallas' 2028 second-round pick, the Penguins now hold 10 selections in that draft—among them San Jose's third- and fifth-rounders. Dubas noted the club's broader planning strategy: 'We now have 29 picks over the next three drafts, including 17 in the first three rounds, ' he said today in Pittsburgh. Dumba himself is no stranger to significant NHL moments. Drafted seventh overall in 2012 by Minnesota, he posted his best offensive season in 2017–18 with 14 goals and 50 points. Off the ice, he's earned recognition for leadership and community involvement, serving on the inaugural executive board of the Hockey Diversity Alliance and receiving the NHL's King Clancy Award in 2020. Building toward a new era: What the Pittsburgh Penguins' bold move means With this deal, the Penguins not only add a seasoned, hard-hitting defenseman capable of logging big minutes but also continue to stockpile draft capital for future roster building. As the organization balances veteran leadership with long-term planning, the acquisition of Matt Dumba and a valuable second-round pick underlines Pittsburgh's commitment to both competing now and shaping its next generation of talent. Also Read: Philadelphia Flyers' 18-year-old prospect Jett Luchanko battles through brutal season to chase NHL roster spot For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Former Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne wins in first game in nearly four years
Former Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne won a game for the first time in nearly four years on Saturday. Rinne, who signed a one-game contract with Kiekko-Ketut earlier in the week, started for his former youth team against Haapajärvi Kiilai at Kempelehalli in Rinne's hometown of Kempele, Finland. In a ceremony before the game, Kiekko-Ketut retired Rinne's jersey, which bears the same No. 35 he wore for 15 seasons with the Predators. According to the Finnish website Jatkoaika, 801 fans were in attendance to watch Kiekko-Ketut - which roughly translates as the "Hockey Foxes" - beat Haapajärvi Kiilai 7-2. The Foxes led 3-1 at the end of the first period, then broke the game open with three more goals in the second period and one in the third. That gave Rinne his first win since his final game with the Predators on May 10, 2021. Rinne, who played for Kiekko-Ketut as a youth player, was drafted by Nashville in the eighth round in 2004. He holds the Predators franchise record for saves (17,627), wins (369) and shutouts (60) and playoff wins (45). Rinne won the Vezina Trophy in 2018 as well as the King Clancy Award in 2021, which is given "to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community." Rinne is currently a development coach and scout for the Predators. In January, Rinne was inducted into the Predators' Golden Hall, along with general manager David Poile and defenseman Shea Weber. FORSBERG, NYQUIST: How Predators' Filip Forsberg, Gustav Nyquist fared for Sweden vs Finland at 4 Nations Face-Off Alex Daugherty is the Predators beat writer for The Tennessean. Contact Alex at jdaugherty@ Follow Alex on X, the platform formerly called Twitter, @alexdaugherty1. Also check out our Predators exclusive Instagram page @tennessean_preds. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Nashville Predators: Pekka Rinne wins in first game in nearly 4 years
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Retired Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne signs one-game contract with Finnish team
Pekka Rinne, the most successful goaltender in Nashville Predators history, may be back in net for the first time in four years this week. Rinne, who retired from the NHL in 2021 after a 15-year career, has signed a one-game contract with Kiekko-Ketut, a lower level Finnish hockey team. The team is based in Kempele, Finland, which is Rinne's hometown. It's unclear when Rinne will suit up for Kiekko-Ketut. According to the team's Instagram page, their next game is Feb. 15 against Kiilat. If Rinne does play for Kiekko-Ketut, it would be his first professional game since May 10, 2021. Rinne holds the Predators franchise record for saves (17,627), wins (369) and shutouts (60), as well as the most playoff wins (45). Rinne won the Vezina Trophy in the 2018, the first Predators player to win an individual award, then won the King Clancy Award, given "to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community," in 2021. After his retirement in 2021, Rinne was named a development coach and scout for the Predators, based in Europe. A statue honoring Rinne was unveiled on the Bridgestone Arena plaza in March 2023 In January, Rinne was inducted into the Predators' Golden Hall, along with general manager David Poile and defenseman Shea Weber. Alex Daugherty is the Predators beat writer for The Tennessean. Contact Alex at jdaugherty@ Follow Alex on X, the platform formerly called Twitter, @alexdaugherty1. Also check out our Predators exclusive Instagram page @tennessean_preds. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Predators' Pekka Rinne signs one-game contract with Finnish team
