Penguins Waive Dumba After Acquiring Kulak in Jarry Trade

The Pittsburgh Penguins have announced that defenseman Matt Dumba will be placed on waivers. This decision comes shortly after the team acquired Brett Kulak in a trade involving goaltender Tristan Jarry from the Edmonton Oilers. The trade also included Stuart Skinner and a second-round pick in return.

Pittsburgh Penguins Trade Details

• Trade Made On: December 12, 2025
• Players Involved:
  • Tristan Jarry (to Edmonton Oilers)
  • Brett Kulak (to Pittsburgh Penguins)
  • Stuart Skinner (to Pittsburgh Penguins)
  • Second-round pick (to Pittsburgh Penguins)

Matt Dumba’s Situation

Dumba has had a challenging season with the Penguins. He has recorded one goal and three points over 11 games. As a pending unrestricted free agent, he holds a cap hit of $3.75 million. Last season, he played for the Dallas Stars, where he notched one goal and ten points in 63 games.

The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired Dumba and a second-round pick from the Dallas Stars during the summer, in exchange for Vladislav Kolyachonok. Dumba has a notable career record, having scored 85 goals and made 261 points in 748 career games since being selected seventh overall by the Minnesota Wild in the 2012 NHL Draft.

Brett Kulak’s Impact

Brett Kulak, also 31, has contributed two assists in 31 games this season. He carries a cap hit of $2.75 million and is a pending unrestricted free agent. Kulak was previously acquired by the Edmonton Oilers from the Montreal Canadiens at the 2022 trade deadline and has played a significant role for the Oilers in their Stanley Cup Final appearances over the past two years.

Further details regarding the Penguins’ roster and any upcoming developments are anticipated.