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Today in Hockey History: May 7

Matthew Zator | May 7, 2022

Today we look back at another busy day in National Hockey League history. May 7 has seen its fair share of Stanley Cup Final games, legendary players doing what they…

Penguins’ Best and Worst Trades of the Decade

Tyler Bowen | April 22, 2022

The Pittsburgh Penguins have spent the last decade with higher expectations than almost any other NHL squad. Stacked with high-end talent and depth to make deep playoff runs, the team…

Phil Kessel – Biography

Brandon Share-Cohen | April 14, 2022

Few players in the NHL have dealt with a rollercoaster-like career quite like the one Phil Kessel has. From being drafted high in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft to his…

NHL Rumors: Jets, Sabres, Oilers, Predators

Jim Parsons | April 1, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, could the Winnipeg Jets organization go undergo massive changes? The Buffalo Sabres would like Craig Anderson to return but are waiting to see how he…

Did the Bruins Lose the Kessel Deal?

Jeremy King | March 28, 2022

Public opinion of the Phil Kessel trade has swung back and forth dramatically over the years. Dealing a 22-year-old potential superstar, fresh off of a 36-goal season, initially received a…

Top 10 Overpaid Wingers in the NHL in 2021-22

Rob Couch | March 27, 2022

In the third installment of the series looking at the most overpaid players at each position, we will look at wingers. At the beginning of their contracts, a number of…

NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Canucks, Coyotes, Islanders, Stars

Jim Parsons | March 23, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Montreal Canadiens tried to move Shea Weber’s contract at this year’s deadline, but couldn’t find any takers. Will they try again during the offseason?…

Penguins Would Make a Mistake By Bringing Kessel Back

Aaron Sweeney | March 21, 2022

One of the biggest potential trade deadline moves is Phil Kessel returning to the Pittsburgh Penguins, per David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period. Kessel played four seasons for the team…

NHL Rumors: Rangers, Devils, Bruins, Oilers, Canadiens, Kings

Jim Parsons | March 19, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the New York Rangers are one of the teams potentially interested in Phil Kessel. Are they willing to take on his big cap hit? Meanwhile,…

NHL Rumors: Canucks, Penguins, Blackhawks, Coyotes, Oilers

Jim Parsons | February 26, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vancouver Canucks are testing the market on a defenseman while the outlook of trading other players from the roster shifts. The Pittsburgh Penguins could…

Bruins Need to Bring Kessel Back

Michael DeRosa | February 24, 2022

It’s been over a decade since the Boston Bruins traded Phil Kessel to the Toronto Maple Leafs. After the way his tenure ended, it seemed there was no chance he…

Penguins News & Rumors: Trade Targets, Trade Chips & More

Shane Seney | February 23, 2022

Welcome to Pittsburgh Penguins News & Rumors, where we cover all the hot topics about the club and dive into more than just box scores. Get ready for some rapid-fire…

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