The Pittsburgh Penguins are in the early portion of their offseason, but already, news is circulating. It's time to dive into what general manager Ron Hextall said, what to make of it, and what not to believe. 

Plus, plenty of news regarding contracts, players leaving and players returning. 

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TODAY'S BEST
Yet another starting pitcher goes down with elbow discomfort
Kirk Cousins comments on Falcons' decision to draft QB Michael Penix Jr.
Falcons reportedly tried to trade back into Round 1
Juwan Howard returning to NBA as Eastern Conference assistant
Report: NBA, Amazon Prime Video nearing streaming-rights deal
Angels once more set to be without veteran infielder for extended stretch
NFL makes big equipment change for 2024 season
Orioles stud prospect's first taste of majors doesn't last long
Biggest first-round snubs of the 2024 NFL Draft
Pelicans' Zion Williamson could return during playoffs
Roger Goodell speaks honestly about 18-game NFL season plan
ESPN analysts disagree over Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.
Former Knicks guard calls out Joel Embiid for questionable play
LeBron James as Lakers struggle: 'We're supposed to have anxiety'
Bills GM doesn't regret trading back with Chiefs in first round of NFL Draft
Caleb Williams embracing lofty, historic goals with Bears
A look at how the first round of the NFL Draft went for the NFC North
Will Patriots start Drake Maye over Jacoby Brissett?
Former Giants OL Korey Cunningham dies at 28
After draft disappointment, Knicks' Josh Hart has found his NBA home

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