Penguins’ Schultz & Cole Getting Job Done Joshua Crockett | December 13, 2016 Ian Cole and Justin Schultz have occupied the third defensive pairing since late in the 2015-16 regular season. And while each had seen their share of respective questions, lately they’ve…
Sidney Crosby is Leading Like Never Before Mike Necciai | December 12, 2016 There’s something different about Sidney Crosby these days. One calendar year removed from being considered washed up, the Penguins captain is doing more than quieting critics with his dominant play…
Pittsburgh’s PK Can Do Better Julia Stumbaugh | December 11, 2016 The Pittsburgh Penguins’ penalty kill is so bad it’s breaking records. The team’s average penalty kill percentage is the worst it’s been in the past seven years. Excluding the shortened 2012…
Conor Sheary a Testament to Today’s NHL Mike Necciai | December 9, 2016 Remember when player analysis included things like size, physicality, and strength as imperative assets needed to compete at the NHL level? While some still view the game of hockey in…
Penalty Kills Are Penguins’ Achilles Heel Joshua Crockett | December 8, 2016 The Pittsburgh Penguins’ penalty kill is in trouble. After giving up three power-play goals during their energetic 8-5 victory over Ottawa a few nights ago, it has become woefully evident…
Wilson’s Reduced Ice Time is Fine Joshua Crockett | December 7, 2016 Last year, Scott Wilson was among a few younger players extended one-way contracts with the Pittsburgh Penguins. While his contributions have been solid, he’s now finding himself losing regular playing…
Penguins Style Makes Fun Hockey Mike Necciai | December 6, 2016 If you’re Mike Sullivan — or any member of the Penguins’ brass — you may be ready to pull your hair out right now. If you’re a spectator of this…
Can Guentzel Avoid a Demotion? Joshua Crockett | December 4, 2016 Since he was summoned from the American Hockey League, Jake Guentzel has been a breath of fresh air for the Pittsburgh Penguins. At only 22 years of age, he’s put…
Letang: Penguins’ Shootout Hero Julia Stumbaugh | December 2, 2016 On Saturday night, after Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin were both coolly denied by New Jersey Devils goaltender Keith Kinkaid, Kris Letang came through with a beautiful goal that brought the…
Inconsistent Play a Cause for Concern in Pittsburgh Mike Necciai | December 1, 2016 The Pittsburgh Penguins have plenty of reasons for optimism as of late. However, they’ve also displayed plenty of reasons for concern. The truth is, no one is sure what this…
Penguins’ Stadium Series Look Isn’t Great Joshua Crockett | November 30, 2016 When the 2017 Stadium Series kicks off at Heinz Field on Saturday, Feb. 25, the Pittsburgh Penguins will be donning unfamiliar attire which leaves a lot to be desired. Black…
Kunitz & Hornqvist Personify Pittsburgh Greg Thornberry | November 29, 2016 Pittsburgh sports fans love their blue-collar players. Many athletes have captured the hearts of the city by combining skill with a lunch-pail work ethic. In fact, nose-to-the-grindstone sports is kinda…