Penguins Playbook: New Twist on an Old Faceoff Play Mike Colligan | April 14, 2015 Pittsburgh had to adjust their faceoff plays after the departure of James Neal.
Penguins Playbook: Breaking Down the Breakout Mike Colligan | April 13, 2015 The NHL had Mike Johnston figured out within six weeks.
How Jussi Jokinen Transformed the NHL Breakout Mike Colligan | May 12, 2014 Dan Bylsma says Jussi Jokinen is one of the smartest hockey players he has ever been around.
Penguins Add 1-3-1 Forecheck to Gameplan Mike Colligan | September 25, 2013 One of the biggest criticisms of Pittsburgh coach Dan Bylsma has been his inability to adapt.
Penguins-Bruins: A Tale of Two Halves Mike Colligan | June 3, 2013 The Penguins spent very little time in their end early in the game because they made good decisions and put Boston back on their heels.
Penguins-Bruins Preview: Systems Breakdown Mike Colligan | May 31, 2013 The Bruins are predictable, but efficient. They execute as a five-man unit with timing and precision.
How Does the Penguins Penalty Kill Work? Mike Colligan | May 10, 2013 “Penalty kill, power play, guys are doing a lot of different things that lead to success on this team,” Jarome Iginla said of the Pittsburgh Penguins.
How the Penguins Fixed Their Defensive System Mike Colligan | April 30, 2013 How is sluggish defenseman Douglas Murray surviving in the Penguins up-tempo system?
POP is the Key to Penguins’ Success Mike Colligan | March 14, 2013 What if the Penguins’ secret isn’t how well they score, but how well they miss?
Penguins Playbook: Breaking Down the Crosby Powerplay Mike Colligan | March 24, 2012 The Penguins’ powerplay has only scored on 15% of their chances since Crosby’s return, but they finally have players in the right positions and under the right mindset.
James Neal Faceoff Play Is Tormenting Opponents Mike Colligan | March 1, 2012 The Penguins have dozens of faceoff plays designed to take advantage of individual player abilities and manipulate defenders. With the addition of a pure sniper in James Neal, Malkin’s line has suddenly become as dangerous off the draw as they are on a three-man rush up ice.
The Evolution of Evgeni Malkin Mike Colligan | December 22, 2011 Malkin’s injury gave him a new perspective on the game he used to show up and offensively dominate at will. He committed himself to a grueling offseason conditioning program and has matured as a teammate within the demands of Bylsma’s system.