The Pittsburgh Penguins are reportedly very interested in dealing away forwards Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell.

With Rakell and Rust still on the roster, the Penguins can achieve that goal while also providing Crosby with the best opportunities to have at least one more productive season in Pittsburgh.

The Pittsburgh Penguins are one of the more interesting teams across the NHL as the offseason continues on. Pittsburgh has a few pieces on the roster who are being viewed as trade chips around the league.