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Zach Alvarado

Zach, a Sports Information and Media major at Duquesne University, has been passionate about hockey for 23 years. His journey began with playing, refereeing, coaching, and now he channels his love for the sport into writing. Growing up in Virginia Beach, where hockey wasn’t widely known or played, Zach found an outlet through roller hockey. He eventually transitioned into ice hockey, playing for the Hampton Roads Whalers youth and junior organization. Now, he’ll be covering the Pittsburgh Penguins. Follow him on X @THW_ZAlvarado.

Expectations for Penguins Defensemen in 2025-26

Zach Alvarado | September 9, 2025

We are less than two weeks away from the Pittsburgh Penguins sending their prospects to the Buffalo Sabres 2025 Prospects Challenge at LECOM Harborcenter. With the prospects looking to make…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins, Season Previews

Expectations for Penguins Forwards in 2025-26

Zach Alvarado | August 15, 2025

The Pittsburgh Penguins open their 2025-26 season on the road against the New York Rangers. Videos have been circulating of Sidney Crosby and Kris Letang putting in the work as…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins, Season Previews

Penguins’ 2018 Draft Class: Where Are They Now?

Zach Alvarado | August 7, 2025

Unlike the 2016 and 2017 Drafts where the Pittsburgh Penguins had quite a few selections, the 2018 Draft saw them have just four picks. As it is with any draft,…

Categories Hockey History, NHL Entry Draft, Penguins History, Pittsburgh Penguins

Penguins’ 2017 Draft Class: Where Are They Now?

Zach Alvarado | August 1, 2025

The quiet portion of the offseason for the Pittsburgh Penguins is one to reflect on the past, whether it’s the disappointment of the last few seasons or the lingering curiosity…

Categories Hockey History, Penguins History, Pittsburgh Penguins

Getting to Know the Newest Penguins: Parker Wotherspoon

Zach Alvarado | July 19, 2025

The Pittsburgh Penguins have had quite a few issues on defense over the past few seasons. Since the 2020-21 season, they have given up the 13th most goals in the…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

Breaking Down the Penguins’ 2025-26 Schedule

Zach Alvarado | July 18, 2025

The countdown to the 2025-26 NHL season is officially underway with the release of the regular-season schedules for all 32 teams. The Pittsburgh Penguins came out with a bang with…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

3 Possible Scenarios That Could Come from Penguins’ Goaltending Logjam

Zach Alvarado | July 16, 2025

Since free agency opened on July 1, roster movement has slowed down a bit for the Pittsburgh Penguins’ general manager, Kyle Dubas. He made a bit of noise to open…

Categories Penguins Goaltending, Pittsburgh Penguins

Getting to Know the Newest Penguins: Justin Brazeau

Zach Alvarado | July 10, 2025

With the offseason slowing down a bit for the Pittsburgh Penguins and general manager Kyle Dubas, there is a sense that there won’t be any more major moves for the…

Categories Free Agency, Pittsburgh Penguins

Getting to Know New Pittsburgh Penguin: Connor Clifton

Zach Alvarado | July 5, 2025

We are a little over two months away from the Pittsburgh Penguins playing their first preseason game against the Montreal Canadiens. General manager (GM) Kyle Dubas’ plans have been put…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

Getting to Know New Pittsburgh Penguin: Anthony Mantha

Zach Alvarado | July 5, 2025

It has been a busy offseason so far for Pittsburgh Penguins’ general manager Kyle Dubas. After drafting a solid pool of young talent at the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, he…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

2 Positives the Penguins Must Carry Over Into 2025-26

Zach Alvarado | June 27, 2025

The Pittsburgh Penguins have been busy preparing for the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. They’ve hired a new coaching staff, including new head coach Dan Muse and former player Nick Bonino…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

Rumors of Evgeni Malkin’s Potential Retirement Puts Focus on His Penguins Legacy

Zach Alvarado | June 17, 2025

For the last 19 seasons, the “Big Three” have been a staple for the Pittsburgh Penguins. From Stanley Cups to individual awards, Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang, and Evgeni Malkin have…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins
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