Debating the Aspects of a Penguins-Blackhawks Final Sean Griffin | May 4, 2013 In his “Magic Vs. Birds” column of the May 20 edition of The Hockey News, Adam Proteau makes his case for why he believes the Chicago Blackhawks will defeat the…
Four Players That Need To Step Up In The Playoffs S. J. Ientile | May 4, 2013 With the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs only a few days old there are four players in particular that need to have great performances. Their jobs may rely on it. Whether…
Deja Vu: Pittsburgh Penguins Relive Game 2 Torment Justin Glock | May 4, 2013 The Pittsburgh Penguins got terrorized in a series last year against the Philadelphia Flyers and the Pens relived that nightmare against the New York Islanders Friday night at the Consol…
Penguins Ride Fleury, Penalty Kill to 1-0 Series Lead Tannor Torrao | May 2, 2013 Physicality? Check. Penalty kill on the money? Check. Strong goal tending? Also, check. The Pittsburgh Penguins flexed their #1-seed muscles last night at Consol Energy Center in 5-0 drubbing of…
Pittsburgh Penguins Making a Statement Sean Griffin | May 2, 2013 The Pittsburgh Penguins entered the 2013 playoffs as heavy favorites against their first round opponent, the New York Islanders. After all, this was David and Goliath. Engineers of both a fifteen and…
Pittsburgh Penguins: Five Keys For Playoff Success Justin Glock | May 1, 2013 Dare we remind ourselves of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ debacle last playoff season when the Philadelphia Flyers provided a punch that still has the city of Pittsburgh in recovery. The Penguins’…
Fantasy Hockey Chateau Bow Wow: NHL Playoffs Beginnings? Chris Wassel | April 30, 2013 The NHL Playoffs and fantasy hockey used to go together like oil and vinegar but not anymore. While daily fantasy sites have not climbed aboard yet, there are enough websites out there…
Fantasy Hockey Focus: Like Henrique, It’s Over? Chris Wassel | April 23, 2013 The final week is here! Hopefully you have won some fantasy hockey titles along the way. While two of our own, Bruce Hollingdrake and Fred Poulin fight it out for The Hockey Writers rotisserie league…
Get out the Red Pens: Pittsburgh Penguins Player Grades Justin Glock | March 25, 2013 We are going to assign a grade to each player who plays on offense or defense for the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Pens are in first place in the Eastern Conference. At…
THW Panel: The Top 10 Most Overrated NHL Players Fred Poulin | March 11, 2013 Some NHL players take way too much credit for the on-ice production they offer to their respective teams. Every season, there are players who receive more ice time than they deserve,…
Trade Talk: Pittsburgh Penguins Looking to Cure Playoff Blues Sean Griffin | March 9, 2013 At the start of this shortened NHL season, most pundits considered the Pittsburgh Penguins among the favorites to bring home the Stanley Cup.
Doubting Tomas Vokoun: Penguins’ Goaltending Woes Explained Billy Nauman | March 7, 2013 While I stand by my assertion that Marc-Andre Fleury isn’t an elite goaltender (his .913 even strength save percentage is 44th overall in the NHL), after almost half the season…