The Pittsburgh Penguins are open to trading several players, including forwards Rickard Rakell, Michael Bunting, and Bryan Rust. Rust's contract, which has a $6.1 million cap hit, becomes more manageable in the coming years, making him an appealing option for teams seeking offensive talent.

As the trade deadline approaches, the Penguins could consider moving Rust, although there have been no discussions about waiving his no-movement clause yet. Additionally, the Ottawa Senators are exploring options for a top-four defenseman due to injuries, while other teams are also assessing their needs in the defense market.