Staal stays...Letang goes...

Jordan Staal has past the first deadline in his rookie season with the Pens. It was announced today that he will remain on the Penguins roster for his 10th game on Wed. The next decision comes at the 40 game make when his 7 year clock for unrestricted free agency will start but that is a few months down the road and will be easier for the Pens depending on the season and his play.

Kristopher Letang on the other hand was sent back to his Junior club today. It wasn't a surprising move as he was scratched for the Pens last two games and after seeing his ice time cut back in the games before. While it was an impress preseason and first 2 game for Letang, it isn't really a set back for him as Defenseman take awhile to adapt to the NHL as Whitney and Welch are examples of this. He is still apart of the Pens future I am sure.