Elliotte Friedman has just reported that Rutger McGroarty, the Winnipeg Jets' first-round selection from the 2022 NHL Draft, has been traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Rutger McGroarty, the 14th overall pick in the 2022 Draft, has been developing steadily at the NCAA level with the University of Michigan. His decision not to report to the Winnipeg Jets was a significant factor in this trade. Further details on the trade and the return from the Pittsburgh Penguins are still awaited.