Derrick Pouliot’s Waiver Status
On Monday, Derrick Pouliot, a former defenseman for the Pittsburgh Penguins, was placed on waivers by the New York Rangers. The 31-year-old player was initially selected eighth overall in the 2012 NHL Draft after impressing with the Portland Winterhawks, where he tallied 11 goals and 59 points over 72 games in his final junior season.
Career Overview
The Penguins had high hopes for Pouliot, envisioning him as a premier two-way defenseman who could be a key contributor to their lineup.
However, Pouliot’s transition to the NHL was rocky. During his first three seasons with the Penguins from 2014 to 2017, he managed only 67 appearances, recording just 14 points and two goals. This led to a trade to the Vancouver Canucks in the summer of 2017, where he spent two seasons before moving on to the St. Louis Blues as a free agent.
Recent Developments
In the years since, Pouliot has bounced around, playing for four different teams over the last four seasons. His latest contract, a two-year deal signed with the Rangers this summer, unfortunately did not pan out as hoped, as he has only featured in 26 NHL games since leaving the Blues.
Across his 226-game NHL career, he has accumulated eight goals and 54 points, along with a troubling minus-31 rating. This development comes as the Rangers seek to refine their roster, leaving Pouliot’s future in the league uncertain.
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