Pens GM admits a couple of huge trades are on the way!!!

Penguins GM, Jim Rutherford is not scared to pull the trigger and heads up Pens fans, a couple of major trades are on the way. Rutherford met with the media on Tuesday and was as candid as ever.

And this is a GM who isn’t afraid to make trades. Buckle up. https://t.co/hsCY3AW13I
— Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) August 11, 2020

Jim Rutherford doesn't mess around. https://t.co/owIe5LefVO
— Alex Seixeiro (@alexfan590) August 11, 2020

Jack Johnson has been on the block for almost a year and has three years left on his deal, paying him just north of $3 million per year. Meanwhile, Murray is due a new contract as he's a restricted free-agent this upcoming off season. Rutherford has admitted he needs to make changes and move some money out, and Murray has already been linked to Toronto, meanwhile Johnson hasn't been linked anywhere.

Rutherford has mentioned as long as he's in Pittsburgh, you can expect to see Malkin and Crosby, so don't expect either of the big-two to be moved. Sid for sure, but moving Malkin would be the blockbuster deal everyone is waiting for.

With no first or second round pick at this year's draft, Rutherford's hands are a bit tied and it's not likely he gets back fair value on the dollar in either deal.

Buckle up Pens fans, and expect the unexpected!