Shock: Jim Rutherford, general manager of Penguins, resigns

Wow, that was unexpected. Penguins general manager Jim Rutherford announced his resignation today.

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“It was a great honor to serve as general manager of the Penguins and hang two more Stanley Cup banners at the PPG Paints Arena,” said Rutherford. “I have to thank so many people, starting with the owners, Ron Burkle and Mario Lemieux, and team president David Morehouse. There was always a lot of support from everyone involved with the Penguins, both from the hockey team as well as from business and, of course, from a special group of players led by Sidney Crosby. The fans here have been incredible for me and my family. I know it’s a little unusual for this to happen over a season, but I felt it was the right time to get away. “

“Jim has been an incredible representative of the Pittsburgh Penguins and will always have a special place in the history of our team, his own legacy,” said David Morehouse, president and CEO of the Penguins. “He will always be part of the Penguins. On behalf of our property, management, team, coaches and players, we want to thank you for your many contributions, which go far beyond these two Stanley Cups. Jim is a great friend and teammate. We wish him and his family the best. “

Allvin, 46, was appointed assistant general manager in November 2020. The Falun native in Sweden is in his 15th season with the Penguins hockey operations team, having started as a scout in 2006-07. He served as the 2017-20 amateur scouting director.

“I’m excited about this new opportunity with the Penguins, but I wouldn’t be in this position if it weren’t for Jim’s faith in me for the past seven years,” said Allvin. “I want to thank you and wish you the best. Moving forward, I want everyone to know – from our property to our fans – that I am committed to doing the best job possible for the Penguins, building our strong start to the season. “

More about this story in development in the hours and days to come.