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Penguins let Justin Schultz hit unrestricted free agency

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Justin Schultz has been made available on the open market.

Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Jim Rutherford has declined to extend the $3.9-million qualifying offer required to protect Schultz's rights, making the puck-moving defenseman an unrestricted free agent July 1.

The Penguins could still retain Schultz at a more suitable price on the open market, but will have to compete with other teams and offers.

Schultz, 25, was acquired from the Edmonton Oilers for a third-round pick before the trade deadline. He appeared in 15 postseason games, including all six in the Stanley Cup Final.

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