Penguins Claim Adams Off Waivers from Blackhawks

The Pittsburgh Penguins added some grit to their lineup on Wednesday by claiming right wing Craig Adams off waivers from the Chicago Blackhawks. Adams has been a frequent healthy scratch in recent games and was obviously expendable to the Blackhawks. In 36 games so far this season, he has two goals and four assists for six points and 22 penalty minutes. The Penguins were rumored seeking grit for their lineup and were possibly trying to reacquire Jarkko Ruutu from Ottawa, but those rumors were quickly denied. Adams does give the Penguins a very gritty player and a veteran presence on their young team without having to part with a roster player.