Disturbing trends are a new concern for suddenly reeling Pittsburgh Penguins. Injuries While the injury trend isn’t exactly an acute onset, the Penguins aren’t trending in the right direction when it comes to health. Outside of  Sidney Crosby’s recent concussion, Conor Sheary succumbed to a similar injury in a friendly fire accident. Already without Kris […]

Earlier, I expressed some concern regarding who the Pittsburgh Penguins might have been targeting at the trade deadline. Many have lauded the acquisitions of Mark Streit and Ron Hainsey, and until now they’ve played well enough. But could that come to an abrupt end? Blue Line Suddenly Aging Prior to Streit (age 39) and Hainsey […]

Jake Guentzel has risen pretty quickly through the ranks within the Pittsburgh Penguins organization. He’s talented, for sure, but is he ready for prime time? Determining the answer to that question is going to be a driver for not only his role in the short-term but also how general manager Jim Rutherford might behave on […]

Just over 10 years in the NHL — 998 points in 753 games. For anyone unfamiliar with Sidney Crosby’s work during his time as a Pittsburgh Penguin, those stats alone should be enough to impress. And did I mention that he’ll turn 30 years old this year? He’s come quite a ways, and he’s got much, much […]

The hottest love has the coldest end. – Socrates Without delving too deeply into philosophy, that quote from Socrates really speaks to the Pittsburgh Penguins’ goaltending situation. Out with the old, I suppose… Matt Murray in Charge My colleague Mike Necciai wrote in his recent article that it’s becoming clear that the Penguins’ crease belongs […]

The Pittsburgh Penguins’ penalty kill is in trouble. After giving up three power-play goals during their energetic 8-5 victory over Ottawa a few nights ago, it has become woefully evident that there’s a need for adjustment. Currently languishing near the bottom of the league, their PK percentage stands the chance of becoming a historically bad […]

Last year, Scott Wilson was among a few younger players extended one-way contracts with the Pittsburgh Penguins. While his contributions have been solid, he’s now finding himself losing regular playing time and is even among the recent healthy scratches. What gives? By the Numbers The Penguins have played 26 games as of this writing. Wilson […]

Since he was summoned from the American Hockey League, Jake Guentzel has been a breath of fresh air for the Pittsburgh Penguins. At only 22 years of age, he’s put up some quality numbers during his brief stay. But is he destined to return to the minors when roster numbers get tight? Or will Guentzel […]

When the 2017 Stadium Series kicks off at Heinz Field on Saturday, Feb. 25, the Pittsburgh Penguins will be donning unfamiliar attire which leaves a lot to be desired. Black and Yellow, Black and Yellow ??A Pittsburgh gold jersey for our golden anniversary. ?? Stadium Series jerseys and information: https://t.co/USB68oaorM pic.twitter.com/A9W0LPiHxP — Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) […]

With as fast-paced and successful as the Pittsburgh Penguins have played since their mid-season makeover, many are picking the Penguins to win back-to-back Stanley Cups for the first time since Detroit won it twice in a row during the 1990’s. But even as those believers see their numbers rise almost by the day, there’s a […]

Right about now, there’s not much movement in the local media when it comes to hockey in Pittsburgh. All the town is abuzz with Steelers training camp stories and the typical “August” mindset. That doesn’t mean that there can’t be some exciting speculation on what will quickly become the hottest story in Pittsburgh once the […]