Penguins Release Sergei Gonchar Dustin L. Nelson | October 3, 2015 The Pittsburgh Penguins have released 41-year-old defenseman Sergei Gonchar from his tryout with the team. Gonchar, a power play specialist, has had a big NHL career, but this cut may…
Points of Emphasis: Sprong Belongs Lee C.J. Sobotka | October 3, 2015 In looking back on the Pittsburgh Penguins’ preseason finale against the Carolina Hurricanes, a few things jumped out to me as noteworthy. Here are my… Points of Emphasis Daniel Sprong…
Foundation Friday : Mario Lemieux Foundation Elaine Shircliff | October 2, 2015 Mario Lemieux is one of the most recognizable players in the history of the NHL. He has been and will always be a Pittsburgh Penguin. As a player and an…
Daniel Sprong Making a Lasting Impression on the Penguins Devin Slawson | October 1, 2015 The Pittsburgh Penguins first pick of the 2015 NHL Draft didn’t come until midway through the second round when they selected Daniel Sprong at 46th overall. Originally projected to go…
Could David Perron Be Traded For Defensive Help? Michael Pityk | September 30, 2015 The Pittsburgh Penguins paid a hefty price last season to acquire the talented, but streaky winger David Perron. They first sent defensive prospect Philip Samuelsson to the Arizona Coyotes in…
The Question of Sergei Gonchar Will Tomer | September 29, 2015 A perfect storm of factors have mixed together to make the 41-year-old Sergei Gonchar one of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ most fascinating preseason storylines. The 6’2″ Russian defender is currently signed…
Pens Goalie Depth on Display During Preseason Lee C.J. Sobotka | September 28, 2015 The Pittsburgh Penguins preseason has been an opportunity to “take the pulse” of how the goaltending depth of the franchise is doing. Entrenched as the starter is once again Marc-Andre Fleury.…
Adam Clendening Proving He Is NHL Ready Michael Pityk | September 28, 2015 Adam Clendening has been traded twice in his short career in professional hockey. He was selected 36th overall in the 2011 NHL entry draft and has yet to significantly impact…
Kids Are Big Winners at Penguins Free Game Lee C.J. Sobotka | September 27, 2015 The Saturday afternoon preseason contest between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Columbus Blue Jackets was the 4th annual “Free Game For Kids” day at Consol Energy Center. The atmosphere was incredible…
Pittsburgh Penguins 2015-16 Season Preview Michael Pityk | September 23, 2015 The Pitttsburgh Penguins are coming off quite a strange season. It was one that showcased the talent on the team as they started out with a record of 22-10 and…
Does Rob Scuderi Have a Place in Pittsburgh? Michael Pityk | September 22, 2015 The Pittsburgh Penguins have a lot of defensemen at training camp. In fact, general manager Jim Rutherford actually believes the team will start the season with eight defensemen. But which…
Stars on the Kill: Pens Practice Special Teams Lee C.J. Sobotka | September 19, 2015 Today the Penguins held a practice focusing on their power play and penalty kill. Head coach Mike Johnston said that today’s focus was to “give the players a little bit…