The Pittsburgh Penguins have sent struggling goaltender Tristan Jarry home so he could get some individual work in hopes of breaking out of an early-season funk. Coach Mike Sullivan made the announcement Thursday.

Penguins' goaltender sent back to Pittsburgh to continue his work in a program with team's director of goaltending

The Pittsburgh Penguins have once again started the season slowly, with subpar defensive play and goaltending being key factors in their struggles. And due to the inconsistent performances of goaltender Tristan Jarry,

The Pittsburgh Penguins have sent struggling goaltender Tristan Jarry back to Pittsburgh so he can get in some individual work in hopes of breaking out of an early-season funk.

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The Tristan Jarry era in Pittsburgh theoretically has at least four seasons remaining because that’s what his contract says. That contract, however, was a bad idea. It would also be a bad idea for Jarry to stand between the Penguins’ pipes anytime soon.

The Pittsburgh Penguins are grappling with a serious issue in goal, with Tristan Jarry’s struggles casting a shadow over their season start. Signed through 2027-28 on a contract worth $5.25 million annually,

Sullivan, in a fairly serious tone, acknowledged the three goaltenders on his roster and on the Penguins’ road swing through Western Canada. He said he wouldn’t reveal his hand and everyone could wait until puck drop to see which goaltender plays. The more interesting aspect was which goaltender backed up Alex Nedeljkovic on Sunday.

While the Pittsburgh Penguins practiced Thursday in Edmonton, goaltender Tristan Jarry not only wasn’t on the ice; he was no longer with the team. Jarry has been sent back to Pittsburgh.