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Nick Horwat

Nick Horwat is a graduate of Point Park University and was born and raised in Pittsburgh. A lifelong Penguins fan that has been watching and going to games for as long as he can remember.

Evgeni Malkin the Penguins’ Nominee for Bill Masterton Trophy

Nick Horwat | June 11, 2020

With the novel coronavirus putting a sudden end to the 2019-20 NHL regular season, it is time for voting to begin on the league’s awards. While we probably won’t know…

Penguins 2019-20 Regular Season in Review

Nick Horwat | May 30, 2020

The year 2020 is one that will never be forgotten in the sports world. The NHL and NBA put their seasons on pause, the MLB was unable to start on…

Penguins Forced to Make Hard Decision in Net this Offseason

Nick Horwat | May 16, 2020

Before the 2019-20 NHL season was put on hold due to the spread of Coronavirus, the big debate within the Pittsburgh Penguins fanbase was ‘who should be the starting goalie…

Penguins Giving Back to the Community During Time Off

Nick Horwat | May 4, 2020

As the calendar turns to May, the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues its stranglehold on life around the globe. Sports have been mostly on pause since mid-March, and for the National…

Penguins’ Stars Must be Better Going Forward

Nick Horwat | March 11, 2020

Recent games for the Pittsburgh Penguins have not been going well. A record of 3-7-0 in their last 10 games only amplifies the issues that have dawned on the team.…

Penguins’ Sullivan in the Running for Jack Adams

Nick Horwat | March 4, 2020

Over the course of the 2019-20 Pittsburgh Penguins’ season, a lot of talk has been floating around regarding head coach Mike Sullivan being a candidate for the NHL’s Jack Adams…

Penguins’ Roster Better Than Stanley Cup Winning Teams

Nick Horwat | February 26, 2020

The 2019-20 Pittsburgh Penguins’ season has seen its highs, lows, and countless injuries. It’s one that also came with many positive changes. The trade deadline has come and gone, and…

Penguins’ Franchise Stars: Malkin Is Better Than Jagr

Nick Horwat | February 19, 2020

Pittsburgh Penguins’ center Evgeni Malkin finished the 2018-19 season with 72 points, which for most would be a pretty stellar season. It matched that of fellow Russians Evgeny Kuznetsov and…

Penguins’ Marino Injury Slows Down Fantastic Rookie Season

Nick Horwat | February 11, 2020

Just when you thought the injury bug was leaving the Pittsburgh Penguins, it stings again. This time, it hit standout rookie defenseman John Marino, who took a Steven Stamkos shot…

Penguins’ Potential Seattle Expansion Protected List

Nick Horwat | February 6, 2020

There are rumors abound that the Seattle Kraken will be the official name of the NHL’s 32nd team. It seems to be the popular choice by fans, but Seattle has stated…

Penguins Find a Keeper in Tanev

Nick Horwat | February 2, 2020

When Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Jim Rutherford signed Brandon Tanev this past summer for $3.5 million, that was not a total surprise. Depth players like Tanev are starting to get…

Penguins Have Big Free Agency Decisions to Make

Nick Horwat | January 29, 2020

The trade deadline is fast approaching, and with Marcus Pettersson signing a deal to stay with the Pittsburgh Penguins, it is a good time to look at the rest of…

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