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Matt Cullen

Forgotten Carolina Hurricanes – Matt Cullen

Casey Bridge | January 5, 2022

Most players drafted into the NHL dream of making a career with one team, but for most, that isn’t the case. When fans think of long-time Carolina Hurricanes players, they…

Categories Hockey History, Hurricanes History, Player Profiles

Matt Cullen Joins Penguins’ Front Office

The Canadian Press | August 1, 2019

PITTSBURGH — Recently retired forward Matt Cullen is sticking with the Pittsburgh Penguins, joining the hockey operations department.
The team announced Thursday that Cullen will have a player development role. General manager Jim Rutherford called Cul…

Categories Penguins Management

Matt Cullen: 5 Things We’ll Miss

Christy Walters | July 22, 2019

Matt Cullen has had many nicknames over the years, from the clever “Dad,” to the simple “Cully”. But, as of July 10, he can add another moniker to his collection:…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

Veteran Matt Cullen Retires

The Canadian Press | July 10, 2019

PITTSBURGH — Veteran centre Matt Cullen is retiring after a 21-season career that includes three Stanley Cup titles.
Cullen, 42, was part of Carolina’s Cup-winning team in 2006, and later won back-to-back NHL titles with Pittsburgh in 2016 and 201…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

Penguins’ Cullen Has Great Case for Masterton Trophy

Tyler Bowen | April 3, 2019

While it may not be as flashy as the Hart Memorial or Norris Memorial Trophies, the Masterton Memorial Trophy is one of the most highly-respected awards in the NHL. It…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

Penguins’ Fourth Line Peaking at the Right Time

Shane Darrow | April 1, 2019

When the average hockey fan thinks of the Pittsburgh Penguins, they likely think of the abundance of superstars they have on their roster. Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

Penguins Make March a Month of Milestones

Christy Walters | March 18, 2019

Evgeni Malkin has been the talk of the town in Pittsburgh since reaching the 1,000-point marker with two assists in a 5-3 win over the Washington Capitals on Mar. 12. Evgeni…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

NHL News & Notes: Elliott, Wickenheiser Strome & More

Brandon Share-Cohen | November 16, 2018

In today’s News & Notes, Brian Elliott will be out of action for a few weeks, Hayley Wickenheiser’s Hall of Fame eligibility period was verified, Ryan Spooner has been traded…

Categories Column, Edmonton Oilers, International Hockey, New York Rangers, NHL News, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins

Cullen Deserving of St. Cloud State Hall of Fame

Rachel Huston | July 3, 2018

St. Cloud State University, based in a town of less than 70,000 an hour west of Minneapolis, is as pure of a hockey school as it comes. The school has…

Categories College Hockey, Player Profiles

Top Minnesota-Born Wild Players

Jordan Adams | June 22, 2018

Minnesota is known as the State of Hockey. The name isn’t taken for granted, as evidenced by the steady stream of talent that pours into the NHL from the state.…

Categories Minnesota Wild, Wild History

Golden Knights & Lightning Are Getting Their Money’s Worth

Kyle Gipe | March 6, 2018

To win in the salary cap era, a team needs top-to-bottom production. First line forwards need to perform like elite scorers while third pairing defensemen need to provide steady minutes.…

Categories Trades Contracts and Transactions

Penguins Still Trying to Replace Departed Stars

Shawn Nicholls | January 17, 2018

While a handful of consecutive wins can hardly be considered a resurgence and season-defining stretch, the Pittsburgh Penguins appear to be rounding into shape at the right time. Sidney Crosby,…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins
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