Spencer Stastney Acquired by Penguins in Trade for Hallander

The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired defenseman Spencer Stastney from the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for forward Filip Hallander. Penguins assistant general manager Jason Spezza described Stastney as a great skating defenseman who excels defensively and offensively, using his legs to retrieve and move pucks. Stastney adds left-shot defensive depth and will compete for ice time. The move addresses Pittsburgh's depth at forward and Edmonton's need for one, solving roster quandaries for both teams.