Ex-Leafs GM Kyle Dubas embarrassed after having to put his riskiest signing on Waivers
Former Maple Leafs GM Kyle Dubas is now serving as President of Hockey Operations and GM for the Pittsburgh Penguins and he is facing criticism for a familiar misstep.
As reported by Maple Leafs Daily, Kyle Dubas tenure in Toronto was marked by playoff shortcomings despite regular-season success and it seems to have brought some of his old habits to Pittsburgh.
Kyle Dubas' time in Toronto was marked by risky reclamation projects and a reliance on aging veterans which is a trend that continues in Pittsburgh too.
The latest example is Jesse Puljujarvi who was the 4th overall pick in the 2016 NHL Draft and who the Penguins acquired in hopes of revitalizing his stagnant career.
Unfortunately, Jesse Puljujarvi's time in Pittsburgh has not been good since he only has 8 points in 21 games.
His struggles finished in the Penguins placing him on waivers with a clear admission of failure.
Jesse Puljujarvi's career totals of 126 points in 377 games illustrate his ongoing inconsistency and his lack of impact with the Penguins has drawn sharp criticism.
This misstep comes at a time when the Penguins are underperforming and sit outside of a playoff spot and Kyle Dubas had pledged to make meaningful changes if the team was struggling.
Kyle Dubas' start in Pittsburgh wasn't inspriring at all since the team appeared heading for another disappointing season.
While he built a competitive foundation in Toronto, his inability to deliver playoff success ultimately led to his departure and now, early returns in Pittsburgh suggest a similar trajectory.
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DECEMBRE 31 | 222 ANSWERS Ex-Leafs GM Kyle Dubas embarrassed after having to put his riskiest signing on Waivers Do you think Kyle Dubas will be the GM for the Pittsburgh Penguins for long? | ||
| Yes | 30 | 13.5 % |
| No | 192 | 86.5 % |
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