In 2014, the Pittsburgh Penguins hired Jim Rutherford as their General Manager. He made several key changes to the Penguins roster, such as acquiring Phil Kessel in a blockbuster trade, as well as several free agent signings. The team also hired Mike Sullivan mid-season to take over as head coach, putting the team back on track to victory. ;xNLx;;xNLx;Timeline by Sal Barry | PuckJunk.com
Selected in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft (1st round, 1st overall)
Selected in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft (1st Round, 2nd overall)
Selected in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft (1st Round, 1st overall)
Selected in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft (3rd round, 62nd overall)
Acquired from the Anaheim Ducks with Eric Tangradi for Ryan Whitney on February 26, 2009.
Selected in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft (1st round, 20th overall)
Selected in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft (3rd round, 80th overall)
Selected in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft (4th round, 110th overall)
Acquired from the Carolina Hurricanes with Brandon Sutter and a 1st round pick in the 2012 Draft for Jordan Staal on June 22, 2012.
Selected in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft (1st round, 8th overall)
