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Was there when the Penguins traded up to draft Tristan Jarry in the second round in 2013. Covered his two All-Star Games, the tougher moments last season and everything in between. It was a privilege getting to know the goaltender and his family over the years. He’ll be missed!

BIG TRADE ‼️ The @penguins have traded Tristan Jarry and Sam Poulin to the @EdmontonOilers for Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick! Powered by @SAP

Oilers play in Pittsburgh on Tuesday. Skinner v. Jarry? Oh, the drama…

crashing the boards. 💪 @betway

48-year-old Paul Pierce says he can guard 'this version' of LeBron right now 👀🍿 The Truth getting a stop on The King? 🤔 (Via @NFGShow)

Friday's status report

Official: Tristan Jarry and fwd Samuel Poulin to Oilers for Skinner, Kulak and a 2nd in ‘29. Oilers also acquire Dman Spencer Stastney from Nashville for a 3rd in ‘27.

Samuel Poulin also going to the Oilers in the Jarry trade.

No salary retained in the Penguins-Oilers trade, for those wondering.

The Emirates NBA Cup Championship tips off Tuesday at 8:30pm/et! Who will lift the Cup?

Nets hoops tn 🙌 @YESNetwork | @gothamsports

**Breaking News** 🚨 📰 @penguins have traded G Jarry to @EdmontonOilers in a deal that includes Skinner , Kulak, Draft Pick and Poulin. #HockeyX Credit @FriedgeHNIC on initial report.

Oilers are getting Spencer Stastney from the Predators for a '27 third-round draft pick

smooth sailing ⛵️

Hawks hoops tonight 🙌 🆚 @DetroitPistons ⏰ 7 PM ET 📍 @LCArena_Detroit 📺 @FanDuelSN_Hawks & @NBATV 📻 @929TheGame

Can confirm the Oilers are acquiring goalie Tristan Jarry from the Penguins

name a 90s NBA player.

A look at the Atlantic Division standings after the Canadiens beat the Penguins 4-2 last night in Pittsburgh #Habs

Knicks. Magic. A spot in the Championship on the line, Saturday at 5:30pm/et on Prime.

Also, Derik Queen, revisiting the Pels/Hawks trade -- and how it influences the coming trade deadline. New ZL Show! -->

Spurs vs. Thunder in the Emirates NBA Cup West Semifinal, Sat. at 9pm/et Prime!

THIS DATE IN #HABS HISTORY Dec. 12, 1997: Mark Recchi scored his 300th NHL goal in a 5-2 loss to the Devils in New Jersey.

THIS DATE IN #HABS HISTORY Dec. 12, 1987: Bobby Smith had three assists, including the 500th of his NHL career, in 5-3 win over Detroit Red Wings at the Forum.

THIS DATE IN #HABS HISTORY Dec. 12, 1953: Maurice Richard became NHL's all-time leader in points with 611 after getting a goal and two assists in 7-2 win over New York Rangers at the Forum. Richard moved one point ahead of linemate Elmer Lach.

GOT A QUESTION ABOUT THE CANADIENS? If you have a question about the Canadiens you'd like me to answer in my weekly #Habs Mailbag this weekend you can post it below or send an email to montrealcanadiens@postmedia.com.