Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas made significant moves during his first offseason with the team. He added Stanley Cup winner Reilly Smith and former Norris Trophy-winning defenseman Erik Karlsson to bolster the aging roster, aiming for another Stanley Cup run.
However, as March rolls around, Pittsburgh finds itself with a record of 28-27-8, trailing by eight points for the final Wild Card position. Last week's trade of pending UFA Jake Guentzel, their biggest trade asset, all but confirms the end of their playoff hopes for this season.
Former NHL defenseman P.K. Subban criticized Dubas during ESPN's pre-game segment ahead of the Penguins' game against the Bruins. Subban, a former Norris Trophy winner himself, expressed his disappointment.
When Dubas joined the Penguins last summer, he likely promised Crosby a successful season. However, with no playoffs in sight, Subban believes Dubas missed a significant opportunity. Subban suggested that managing a player like Crosby, who is the face of the league, is a massive responsibility.
