Penguins Acquire Guerin from Islanders

Bill Guerin has finally been traded. The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired the veteran right wing on Wednesday in exchange for a conditional draft pick. If the Penguins miss the playoffs, the Islanders receive a fifth round pick. If the Penguins get into the playoffs, the pick becomes a fourth rounder. If they make it to the second round or further, the Islanders will get a third round pick. Guerin has been in the rumor mill for the past couple of weeks and it became apparent he was on the verge of getting traded last weekend when he was pulled from the Islanders' lineup prior to a game against the Buffalo Sabres. In 61 games this season, Guerin has 16 goals and 20 assists for 36 points and 63 penalty minutes. Guerin is a great addition for the Penguins. He can score, he's a very tough and gritty player, he's a proven leader, and he has lots of playoff experience. He will be an integral part of the Penguins' success in the playoffs. Look for his offensive production to increase playing Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. With the addition of Guerin's salary, the Penguins have assigned winger Miroslav Satan to their AHL affiliate after he passed through waivers. This will pretty much end Satan's hugely disappointing stint in Pittsburgh