Spinning Out of Control: The Short, Violent Life of Spinner Spencer The Hockey Writers | April 3, 2013 The Hard Working Spencers Have you ever noticed that man pacing a little too much at a children’s hockey game? The one getting worked up at a missed call or…
Retire the Penguins Blue Jerseys of Doom! Billy Nauman | April 2, 2013 Everyone knows that hockey players are a notoriously superstitious bunch, and the Penguins are no exception. Just look at Sidney Crosby’s filthy sweat-stained hat or the way Marc Andre Fleury…
Following in the Footsteps of the 1992-93 Pittsburgh Penguins The Hockey Writers | April 1, 2013 There is something to be said about a team in search of history. The Miami Heat captivated the entire sports world with their assault on the NBA consecutive wins record. In the end it was not meant to be; the Heat’s streak ended at 27 games, a mere six games shy of the 1972-32 Los Angeles Lakers record of 33. Now our attention shifts to the Pittsburgh Penguins and their pursuit of the NHL’s record for wins in a row, which at the moment stands at 17 and is held by, you guessed it, the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Iginla In, Crosby Out, and Shero’s Final Deadline Move Mike Colligan | March 31, 2013 If Sidney Crosby will be back for the playoffs, do the Penguins really need to replace him?
Jarome Iginla: Fueled By Youth, Driven By Passion David OConnor | March 31, 2013 Jarome Iginla has been through more than few ups and downs in his career. From Olympic gold medals to crushing Stanley Cup defeat to captaining a basement-dwelling team, Iginla has been through his fair share of highs and lows.
Does Chris Kunitz Deserve to be Suspended for the Hit on Josh Bailey? Justin Glock | March 31, 2013 The hit Chris Kunitz dished out to New York Islanders’ forward Josh Bailey looked to be illegal. After receiving a pass from Pascal Dupuis and throwing a one-timed shot on…
How is the Penguins’ Dream Team Actually Cap Compliant? Mike Colligan | March 30, 2013 How do Crosby, Malkin, Iginla, Morrow, Neal, Letang, Martin, Fleury, and more fit under the salary cap?
Dan Bylsma’s Personal Pressure Cooker Sean Griffin | March 29, 2013 Oh, to be Dan Bylsma. After capturing a Stanley Cup championship only four months after taking over behind the Pittsburgh bench, he went on to win the Jack Adams Trophy…
Why Did the Penguins Acquire Brenden Morrow? Mike Colligan | March 27, 2013 Brenden Morrow has shown the ability to excel alongside creative players like Evgeni Malkin.
Who Made the Honor Roll: Grading the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Forwards Justin Glock | March 26, 2013 Most of the players who wear a Pens’ sweater deserve to make the honor roll when grading the Pittsburgh Penguins’ forwards. There are a number of forwards having career years.…
Brenden Morrow: Bill Guerin 2.0? Billy Nauman | March 26, 2013 Brenden Morrow may possibly be too old, washed-up and slow to play in the Penguins system. But he may also be exactly what they need to win another Stanley Cup.…
THW NHL Power Rankings: Week 10 Jameson Cooper | March 25, 2013 It’s hard to believe that it’s already Week 10 in these power rankings as the shortened NHL season continues to move at a rapid pace. With less than two weeks…
