The majority of the high-priced, highly-sought free agents may be gone but there are still several players that NHL teams are eager to get under a deal, either through the open market or via trade.

The Pittsburgh Penguins’ trade for Matt Dumba in a salary dump from the Dallas Stars was the first domino to fall, and the Penguins’ trade only spurred more trade chatter. We’ve got full coverage, analysis,

A surprising trade involving Sidney Crosby's Penguins might set off a chain reaction that brings one of Pittsburgh's key stars closer to teaming up with Brad Marchand and the Florida Panthers.

The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired Matt Dumba in a quick and easy salary dump trade from the Dallas Stars Thursday. With Dumba came a 2028 second-rounder, and out the door went disposable right-side defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok.

Dumba recorded one goal and nine assists in 63 regular-season games last year, but did not play in the playoffs.

The Pittsburgh Penguins have made a strong start to the offseason with their entry draft and free agency signings. Despite this promising start for the Penguins, several areas of concern still need to be addressed.

The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired Matt Dumba from the Dallas Stars in a trade. Find out what Dumba brings to the table.

If Dubas did trade Rust and Rakell, though, he could gain key pieces for his attempt at a very fast, machine-like rebuild. The Penguins are certainly also willing to trade Erik Karlsson. The veteran defenseman is tricky because of his full no-movement clause, but he’s believed to be open to joining certain teams.