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The Pittsburgh Penguins were founded in 1967 during the league’s expansion from six to 12 teams by a group led by Pennsylvania state senator Jack McGregor. The team had moderate success in the early years before difficulty in the 1980s gave way to them drafting Mario Lemieux in 1984, Mark Recchi in 1988, and Jaromir Jagr in 1990. This trio, which would be joined by fellow NHL All-Stars, won back-to-back Stanley Cups in 1991 and 1992. Financial struggles in the early 2000s nearly led to the team being relocated before Lemieux converted deferred salary into a majority ownership stake, which eventually led to the team selecting Marc-Andre Fleury, Evgeni Malkin, and Sidney Crosby in consecutive drafts. The result has been three Stanley Cups (2009, 2016, and 2017) and a 16-year playoff streak that ended in 2023.

Today in Hockey History: March 28

March 28 is a significant date in National Hockey League history, with some of the biggest names and greatest players to ever take the ice having historical moments. Between some of the top goal-scorers and the best netminders hitting major milestones, this date belongs in the Hall of Fame. Wayne Gretzky Sets the All-Time Mark & More We could very easily rename this daily series “Things Wayne Gretzky Did Today” as it seems that the Great One made history every time he laced up skates. March 28 was a particularly eventful day in Gretzky’s career. On March 28, 1982, Gretzky…

Jake Guentzel Confirms He Wanted to Stay With the Penguins

The Carolina Hurricanes went out and bolstered their lineup with the surprise acquisition of Evgeny Kuznetsov from the Washington Capitals, but that wasn’t their biggest move. The Hurricanes pulled off a massive blockbuster trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins before the 2024 Trade Deadline, adding forward Jake Guentzel and defenceman Ty Smith for Michael Bunting, Vasily Ponomarev, Ville Koivunen, and two draft picks. The deal shocked the hockey world even after weeks of speculation that it might be coming, and the Hurricanes are now considered Stanley Cup favorites heading into the postseason. Unfortunately, Guentzel’s recent comments suggest this wasn’t what he…

NHL Rumors: Penguins, Senators, Oilers, Panthers

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Jake Guentzel spoke about the decision by the Pittsburgh Penguins to trade him and it was clear he still isn’t over it. Meanwhile, while talk surrounds the Ottawa Senators’ trade plans this summer, one insider notes that the team isn’t thinking about trading Thomas Chabot. In Edmonton (and around the hockey world) people are coming to the defense of Zach Hyman after an incredibly wild video was posted demeaning his 50-goal achievement. Finally, speaking of 50-goal scorers, what is Sam Reinhart going to cost the Florida Panthers if they want to extend his contract? Guentzel…

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Penguins FAQ

What year were the Pittsburgh Penguins founded?

The Pittsburgh Penguins were founded in 1967 during the league’s expansion from six to 12 teams.

When did the Pittsburgh Penguins play their first game?

The Penguins’ first game was on Oct. 11, 1967, against the Montreal Canadiens. The Penguins lost 2-1.

Who is the current head coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins?

Mike Sullivan is the current head coach for the Pittsburgh Penguins.