It’s the Bryan Rust show and everyone else is just skating in it. The underrated Pittsburgh Penguins winger has been red hot lately, scoring two goals and one assist against the Washington Capitals on Sunday to give the Penguins their second regulation win this season. The NHL recognized Rust’s dominance, awarding him the NHL’s Third
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In today’s NHL rumors rundown, could Sidney Crosby request a trade to a Stanley Cup contender? One scribe said he wouldn’t be surprised if the superstar wound up with a team like the Colorado Avalanche. Still with the Pittsburgh Penguins, did they talk to the Montreal Canadiens about a huge trade and is there interest
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there are updates on the Pittsburgh Penguins GM search and what the team expects the top candidates to make a priority. Could one of the potential GMs be coming from an unexpected place? The Washington Capitals will be getting back two of the four players removed from the team for
Things are starting to look up for the Pittsburgh Penguins. After a rough first week of the season, the Penguins have battled back to bring their record above .500 to 4-2-0, while aspects of their game that had fans concerned after the first week have sort of diminished. Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Tristan Jarry (AP Photo/Gene
The Pittsburgh Penguins are off to a mediocre start, which the fanbase has become accustomed to over the years. Their 2-2 record shouldn’t be the team’s biggest concern, as the spotlight is shining bright on their defense early on. The injury bug has taken a bite out of the Penguins’ blue line with Michael Matheson,
In a 4-3 shootout win over the New York Rangers on Friday night, Pittsburgh Penguins’ prospect Pierre-Oliver Joseph made his NHL debut. Playing with Chad Ruhwedel on the third pairing, Joseph played a simple, effective game. With his smooth skating and strong puck-movement ability, the rookie fits right in with the system implemented by head
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there is news on the seriousness of Nick Robertson’s injury and how long the Toronto Maple Leafs will be without their young forward prospect. The Edmonton Oilers goalie carousel continues to turn as the results of the waiver claims roll in. Patrik Laine left the ice early today at the
After falling to the Montreal Canadiens in the opening round of the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs, many questions arose about the state of the Pittsburgh Penguins. With an aging core and back-to-back first round exits, general manager Jim Rutherford needed to make some changes. Head coach Mike Sullivan has proven to be a strong NHL
The Pittsburgh Penguins have been one of the most successful franchises in the NHL since the dreaded 2004-05 lockout. With 14 straight playoff berths and four Stanley Cup Final appearances over that stretch, Sidney Crosby and company have cemented their dominance. When the Penguins are playing their best, they have a clear identity. In both
In today’s NHL rumor rundown, the Boston Bruins have named their 20th team captain on Thursday and his name is Patrice Bergeron. In Edmonton, there is a bit of controversy over a jersey number and there is news surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins signing players and the Colorado Avalanche making a trade. Finally, the New York
The wait is over. The divisions have been realigned, schedules have been set and the 2020-21 season will officially drop the puck on Jan. 13, 2021. The first game on the schedule: the cross-state rivalry between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers. Pens fans not only have a new slate of games to be excited
In today’s NHL rumor rundown, Mathew Barzal is listed at the New York Islanders training camp but was not on the ice. What’s the latest on his status? In Toronto, Joe Thornton got some big news and not every fan in Leafs Nation is completely on board with the head coach’s decision. The Edmonton Oilers
Happy New Year as we turn the clock to 2021, and boy, does this year feel different with how the NHL season aligns with the calendar. The Zambonis have been fueled, the ice has been flooded, and the Pittsburgh Penguins have begun training camp on the 2020-21 NHL season. With the unpredictability of a 56-game