Metropolitan Notes: Karlsson, Islanders, Ashton

Metropolitan Notes: Karlsson, Islanders, Ashton

Erik Karlsson’s tenure with Pittsburgh has been a bit underwhelming, to say the least.  While he has eclipsed 50 points in each of his first two years, his totals pale in comparison to the 101 he had in 2022-23 with San Jose.  In a recent 32 Thoughts podcast (audio link), Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman mused that once Karlsson’s signing bonus gets paid (July 1st is the payment date for most but not all), the 34-year-old will be more of a realisti…

NHL Rumors: As The Pittsburgh Penguins Turn

The Dilemma Of Keeping Karlsson Or Trading Him Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey NOW:: So, yes the dance continues with Erik Karlsson. The defenseman has that huge contract ($11.5 million AAV for two more seasons but $10 million AAV to Pittsburgh). Karlsson wants to stay but Kyle Dubas desires that actions must match ambitions. Basically, Karlsson is as responsible for what has happened in Pittsburgh the past two seasons. Also, he can help them…