Pondering the Pens: Managing Simon Despres Mike Colligan | December 2, 2011 Simon Despres, Pittsburgh’s 2009 first-round pick, had a successful NHL debut last night against Washington. Despres assisted on Chris Kunitz’s game-winning goal and looked confident after a few early mishaps.
It Could Be Worse: Caps Still Have Improvements, Yet Ways To Go Angie Lewis | December 1, 2011 Not that the world is in need of a reminder here, but the Caps have struggled heavily of late and are now on a four-game losing streak after a 2-1…
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Equalling Sidney Crosby’s First 25 Games, But Where Is The Love? Andrew Sykes | December 1, 2011 One came into the league as possibly the most hyped prospect the NHL had ever seen, the other came heralded in his own right but expectations were not nearly as…
More Than Just a Face in the Crowd Jas Faulkner | November 29, 2011 by Jas Faulkner, senior correspondent author’s note: Stick taps to Andrea Lindgren and Phyl Good for catching that Ryan Kesler is actually American by birth (a Canuck by the grace…
Pondering the Pens: Coach Crosby Mike Colligan | November 26, 2011 As the media wandered out of the locker room Friday night, Crosby was in deep conversation with James Neal discussing where Neal should position his body and stick to receive passes. Crosby is never content with the status quo and his work ethic drives those around him to be better.
Fantasy Hockey Chutes And Ladders: Stuffing Time! Chris Wassel | November 22, 2011 We have survived many calamities this early fantasy hockey season but not comes the next November edition of “Chutes And Ladders”. Riding the fortunes of a fantasy hockey team…
Crosby Nets 4 Points in Return, Penguins Stomp Islanders 5-0 James Conley | November 22, 2011 In case anyone failed to remember, Sidney Crosby issued notice that he is still—by far—the most valuable asset in the NHL. The Penguins’ captain recorded two goals and two assists…
Welcome Back Sidney, We’ve Missed You Andrew Sykes | November 21, 2011 For the first time since January 5, 2011, hockey fans will once again be able to watch the best hockey player in the world as Sidney Crosby returns to action…
Sidney Crosby to Return Monday Mike Colligan | November 20, 2011 The Pittsburgh Penguins announced on Sunday afternoon that Sidney Crosby will return to the lineup on Monday night at home against the New York Islanders.
Sidney Crosby’s Final Hurdle Mike Colligan | November 17, 2011 Day after day, questions have focused on the physical aspects of Crosby’s recovery. He was cleared for contact over a month ago and seems to be doing well. So what’s the hold up? Maybe in our focus on the return of Sidney Crosby the hockey player, we’ve forgotten about Sidney Crosby the person.
Fantasy Hockey Chutes And Ladders: Get The Lead Out! Chris Wassel | November 14, 2011 We have survived many calamities this early fantasy hockey season but not comes the next November edition of “Chutes And Ladders”. Riding the fortunes of a fantasy hockey team…
Penguins’ Kris Letang the Best Bargain in Hockey James Conley | November 11, 2011 Penguins’ GM Ray Shero knows something about getting the most bang for Mario Lemieux’s buck. Since the lockout, the Penguins have almost always spent to the cap ceiling, and Shero…
