Pittsburgh Penguins plan trade for Marco Rossi? Philadelphia Flyers risk losing Noah Cates amid contract disputes

Marco Rossi’s future with the Minnesota Wild is uncertain after a late-season demotion, attracting interest from teams like the Pittsburgh Penguins, who seek a long-term second-line center. Simultaneously, Noah Cates’ contract negotiations with the Philadelphia Flyers are strained, potentially leading to arbitration as he approaches unrestricted free agency. Both RFAs face pivotal decisions that could reshape their careers this offseason. Marco Rossi’s future with the Minnesota Wild is uncertain after a late-season demotion, attracting interest from teams like the Pittsburgh Penguins, who seek a long-term second-line center. Simultaneously, Noah Cates’ contract negotiations with the Philadelphia Flyers are strained, potentially leading to arbitration as he approaches unrestricted free agency. Both RFAs face pivotal decisions that could reshape their careers this offseason.