Sean Griffin
Sean Griffin is a lead writer for the Pittsburgh Penguins at The Hockey Writers. He can be contacted at psgrif27@gmail.com.
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3 Reasons the Penguins Won't Trade Kris Letang
January 31st, 2014 With the NHL's trade deadline looming soon after an impending Olympic roster freeze, hockey fans everywhere wait with eager anticipation to see what moves will be made around the league. It's no different in Pittsburgh where the Pens' faithful anxiously anticipate what G.M. Ray Shero may have up his sleeve. Will he acquire, for...
Mario Lemieux's Greatest (On-Ice) Performance
January 27th, 2014 Looking back on a career highlighted by his notching of one of the most important markers in Canada's rich hockey history, two Stanley Cup championships and countless awards, many may find it difficult to pinpoint Mario Lemieux's crowning achievement on the ice. But, if one is searching for Super Mario's most remarkable...
Penguins' Light Schedule Comes at Perfect Time
January 15th, 2014 Following a shaky but, ultimately, successful road trip through Western Canada, the Pittsburgh Penguins returned home with a rare opportunity to recharge and refocus. Indeed, with a single contest on the calendar in an eight day span, the Pens are staring down a week of significant free time. And, while some may perceive such a...
Matt Niskanen: Penguins' Most Reliable Defenseman?
January 13th, 2014 Ironically, now that the Pittsburgh Penguins' blue line finds itself returning to health, the club is struggling to maintain leads and keep pucks out of its net. Rob Scuderi and Brooks Orpik still don't look entirely comfortable following their respective returns from injury, Olli Maatta (while still playing inspiring hockey for a...
Ray Shero on the Clock
December 30th, 2013 The Pittsburgh Penguins found a nasty surprise under the tree this Christmas when the club learned that Pascal Dupuis' knee injury will likely sideline the winger for the remainder of the season. And, while the Pens have already been forced to overcome a plethora of issues created by the injury bug this year, this obstacle...
Can Olli Maatta Play His way into Calder Contention?
December 20th, 2013 Olli Maatta doesn't put up huge offensive numbers. He isn't flashy, nor does he typically deliver the bone-jarring hits that can ignite an arena. Where the 19-year old rookie excels, however, comes in the form of playing a responsible, positionally-sound game. And, while Olli continues to play beyond his years while garnering...
