The Pens have gotten a lot done, even in the quiet time of year

Checking on the Penguins’ off-season checklist, it’s the dead period for non-playoff teams but some items have been completed

The period from mid-April until June can be the loneliest time of year for the teams that don’t qualify for the playoffs. Even during the dog days of summer in August there’s always the possibility of a free agent signing or trade to break the news. But during the NHL playoffs? Pretty dead if your team isn’t involved.