Panthers Acquire Defender Emil Pieniniemi in Trade

The Florida Panthers have acquired 21-year-old defender Emil Pieniniemi from the Pittsburgh Penguins. The trade, completed over the weekend, involved a swap of disgruntled players between the two organizations, with the Penguins receiving forward Oliver Okuliar in return. Pieniniemi now joins the Panthers' defensive rotation as the team looks to integrate the young prospect into their roster.