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Penguins Focus on Left Defense Ahead of Training Camp

9/16/2025

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The Pittsburgh Penguins are gearing up for training camp, emphasizing left-side defensemen.
President Kyle Dubas identified left defense as a concern in April.
The team released Matt Grzelcyk and P.O. Joseph, signing Parker Wotherspoon to a two-year deal for stability.
Ryan Graves, signed in 2023, aims to improve under new coach Dan Muse.
Rookies Alexander Alexeyev, Caleb Jones, and Sebastian Aho look to make their mark in the NHL.

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Story summary

The Pittsburgh Penguins are gearing up for training camp, emphasizing left-side defensemen.
President Kyle Dubas identified left defense as a concern in April.
The team released Matt Grzelcyk and P.O. Joseph, signing Parker Wotherspoon to a two-year deal for stability.
Ryan Graves, signed in 2023, aims to improve under new coach Dan Muse.
Rookies Alexander Alexeyev, Caleb Jones, and Sebastian Aho look to make their mark in the NHL.