The Pittsburgh Penguins officially placed 39-year-old Mark Recchi on waivers this afternoon, officially marking what is likely the end of his career with Pittsburgh.
Ironically enough, at last night's home game against Phoenix, the Penguins commemorated Recchi's 500 goal milestone in the form of a bobble head souvenir. Recchi was a healthy scratch for last night's game, as has been the case for the past two weeks or so.
Recchi, also appointed alternate captain prior to the season's start, managed only eight points (2-6) in his 19 games with the Pens.
With the recent and younger talent working its way up through the Pens' system, it is almost evident at this point that Tyler Kennedy has found a full-time job. Initially considered as part of a demotion that sent Alain Nasreddine down to WBS, Coach Therrien was quick to recall Kennedy, a decision he has not since regretted.
In 13 games played, Kennedy has six points (4-2) and has exhibited versatility on lines shared with Gary Roberts and Jordan Staal.
