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Penguins Suspend New Acquisition Zamula
4 Jan
Summary
- Zamula, acquired this week, has not reported to the AHL affiliate.
- Team knew Zamula preferred NHL play but had no roster spot.
- Penguins see situation as a 'win-win' regardless of outcome.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have suspended defenseman Egor Zamula, a recent acquisition from the Philadelphia Flyers, for failing to report to their AHL affiliate, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. This marks the second player suspension for the Penguins this season due to similar circumstances.
Sources indicate the Penguins were aware of the possibility that Zamula might not report, as his current preference is to play in the NHL. However, the team currently does not have an available roster spot for him at the NHL level. Despite this, the organization is prepared to offer him an opportunity in Wilkes-Barre.
Regardless of Zamula's decision to report or not, the Penguins' front office views the situation as a "win-win." His compliance would provide an opportunity in the AHL, while his refusal would free up valuable roster space and additional budget flexibility for the team, which is currently on a four-game winning streak.
