The Finnish player who received a test contract seems to be still far from NHL games.
A hockey player who underwent hip surgery in the summer Jesse Puljujärvi getting closer to real games day by day. The forward’s return seemed to be really close when the Pittsburgh Penguins signed him to a ten-day tryout contract this week.
Puljujärvi was able to practice with the team and for example Sidney Crosby next door, but now the situation seems to have changed and intentions to return have taken a back seat.
Jesse Puljujärvi last played in the NHL in the spring. AOP / USA TODAY SPORTS
Editor of the Athletic Rob Ross write in Xthat Puljujärvi did not train with the team on Sunday but stayed outside the rink with the physical trainers.
About the Penguins to Tribune-Review Sports writing editor Seth Rorabaugh tells the same information about Puljujärvi. He adds that the ten-day test contract does not guarantee games in the NHL, but practically covers the player’s expenses during it. Puljujärvi is allowed to train with the Penguins after the end of the contract, if the parties so wish.
The Penguins are preparing for two consecutive home games. The team plays next time on the night between Monday and Tuesday Finnish time.