Elliotte Friedman reveals: Former NHL 6th overall pick traded in surprise deal

In a surprising move this Tuesday, the Nashville Predators have decided to part ways with center Cody Glass, trading him to the Pittsburgh Penguins, as confirmed by Sportsnet's NHL insider Elliotte Friedman.

Details on the specifics of what Pittsburgh will offer in return remain undisclosed at this time.

Glass, who previously transferred from the Vegas Golden Knights to Nashville in 2021, has shown promise but has also faced challenges.

During his peak in the 2022-23 season, he impressively tallied 14 goals and 21 assists across 72 games.

However, his momentum was hindered by injuries last season, which limited him to just 13 points in 41 games.

With one year remaining on his two-year, $5 million contract, this trade will not only provide Pittsburgh with a potentially high-value player but also significantly aid Nashville's financial strategy.

The Predators will clear $2.5 million in salary cap space, a strategic move especially after their recent high-profile signings, including stars like Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault.

The shift of Glass to the Penguins marks an ongoing strategy of repositioning by both teams in response to their current rosters and upcoming season strategies.