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Penguins Eye Veteran Ben Hutton for PTO Spot
14 Aug
Summary
- Penguins might sign a defenseman to a PTO before camp.
- Ben Hutton is a potential PTO candidate for Pittsburgh.
- Hutton played 55 games for Vegas, scoring 15 points last season.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are exploring the possibility of adding a defenseman via a professional tryout (PTO) agreement as training camp approaches. One notable player being considered is veteran defenseman Ben Hutton.
The Penguins aim to bolster their left-side defensive depth, having lost Ryan Shea and traded Parker Wotherspoon. Hutton’s experience makes him a potential low-risk candidate to fill this need.
Last season, Hutton played 55 games for the Vegas Golden Knights, recording six goals, nine assists, and 15 points with a plus-2 rating. He also contributed one assist in seven playoff games for Vegas. A PTO would allow the Penguins to evaluate Hutton without immediate contract obligation.
