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Four injured players did not make trip to Winnipeg with Penguins Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have arrived in Winnipeg, but the team reports that center Evgeni Malkin and three other injured players did not make the two-game trip, which includes a game against the Jets on Monday and a game at Minnesota on Tuesday. … Read this article

RECAP: Missing You. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
Gutsy effort by the Pens last night. The best way to describe everything going on right now is that everyone is just missing Evgeni Malkin and Sidney Crosby … Continued here

Phil Kessel’s blazing start for the Maple Leafs: Trick or treat? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL offensive leader board currently has Phil Kessel tied with John Tavares of the New York Islanders and David Legwand of the Nashville Predators with eight points, and tied with Tavares and James Neal of the Pittsburgh Penguins with Continue reading … Read more here

"BREAKAWAY" Tells Pens’ Inside Story Source: penguins.nhl.com
Andrew Conte, author of the fascinating new book, “BREAKAWAY: The Inside Story of The Pittsburgh Penguins’ Rebirth,” says the project was an eye-opener for him. Even though Conte covered the quest for a new arena as a reporter… … The rest is here

Empty Netter Assists – 10-16-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “Obviously, our five-on-five play has to be better.” – Jordan Staal (above, with Buffalo’s Thomas Vanek). -The Buffalo News’ recap … Go here to read the rest

Video: Scouting Report: Winnipeg (10/16/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo lets us in on what to expect as the Penguins head to Winnipeg for the first time in 15 years. … See this video

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Book takes inside look at Penguins’ decision to stay in ‘Burgh Source: Tribune-Review
In his book, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reporter Andrew Conte tells the story of the Penguins “from bankruptcy to the new arena, and from last place to the Stanley Cup.” … Read more

Starkey: NHL ‘sideshows’ getting old Source: Tribune-Review
Had to wonder what Mario Lemieux was thinking the other night at Consol Energy Center when his beloved sport morphed into studio wrestling. … Read more

Guerin’s tutelage benefits Scranton’s Gibbons Source: Tribune-Review
“He helped me a lot,” Gibbons said. “He’s been around the block. I’m still working, but I’m getting more comfortable. … Excerpt from

Kings win in Richards’ return to Philly Source: Tribune-Review
Mike Richards had a triumphant return to Philadelphia, assisting on Jack Johnson’s power-play goal at 1:39 of overtime to lift the Los Angeles Kings past the Flyers, 3-2, on Saturday night. … Continue reading here

Squandered scoring chances prove costly for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
No one will question the Penguins’ work ethic, but on Saturday night without their stars, the finishing touch required to beat Buffalo simply wasn’t there in a 3-2 loss at Consol Energy Center. … Excerpt from

Saturday’s Three Stars: Tavares tricks Rangers; Kessel stays hot (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: John Tavares, New York Islanders Tavares recorded his second consecutive 4-point night, with this one including his third career hat trick as the Islanders downed the New York Rangers 4-2. Tavares has five goals and three assists Continue reading … See the rest here

Cherry finally apologizes for fighting flap (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – A contrite Don Cherry finally apologized to three former NHL tough guys Saturday for disparaging them for their views on fighting in hockey. … Visit link

Buffalo captures rare victory here Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins own one of the best power plays in the NHL this season. Their penalty-killing is some of hockey’s finest, too … View post

On the Penguins: Girding for first visit to Winnipeg Source: Post Gazette
In the mid-1980s, then-Penguins coach Bob Berry was asked his impression of the city of Winnipeg as the Penguins prepared to travel there for a game. Berry’s response was instant, brief and hard to misinterpret … Continue reading here

Sore right knee keeps Malkin out again Source: Post Gazette
It is not difficult for Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff to recall the prowess of the Penguins when their top three centers are playing. “I don’t forget,” he said. “I know what they’re like.” That’s more because of impact than recent memory. … Read more here

Penguins lose in regulation for first time (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The Buffalo Sabres have had trouble with the Pittsburgh Penguins whether Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin play or not. … The rest is here

Pens Push: Why Malkin should sit out trip and some fans don’t get it with Staal. Source: Chipped Ice
Some quick post-game observations after the Penguins first regulation loss on this NHL season, 3-2, to the Buffalo Sabres at Consol Energy Center: = The Penguins didnt win a game all last season during which they trailed entering the final period (0-19-1) and they are off to a similar start. Of course, this was the first … Read more here

Gerbe, Sabres beat Penguins 3-2 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Buffalo Sabres have had trouble with the Pittsburgh Penguins whether Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin play or not. That changed Saturday night … The rest is here

Endgame: Sabres 3, Penguins 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Sabres give Pens their first regulation loss, 3-2 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins sustained their first regulation loss, 3-2, against the Buffalo Sabres tonight at Consol Energy Center. They are 3-1-2. … Read the rest here

Pens Lose 3-2 Source: The Pensblog
Man. Pens lose, solid effort . Game in like 8 minutes. … Follow this link

THIRD PERIOD – Pens back in it, 2-1 Source: The Pensblog
James Neal is on PCP. Pens are back in the game … See the article here

SECOND PERIOD -Snnnnnoorre Sabres up, 2-0 Source: The Pensblog
Terrible period. Don't even really know what to say. We're at the game. … Continue reading here

FIRST PERIOD – Buffalo/ Pens Source: The Pensblog
Go pens Known streams: Sh.Lshunter Some site Justin.tv … View post

Pittsburgh Penguins: 6 Things to Watch For Against the Buffalo Sabres Source: Bleacher Report
Thursday night the Pittsburgh Penguins dropped a tough one to the Washington Capitals . It was a very entertaining game to watch, especially with the Pens throwing 41 shots at Tomas Vokoun … The rest is here

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (10/15/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Shearer’s Foods presents Perfection Plays from around the NHL! Debuted October 15 against the Sabres … See this video

Video: Tonight’s Matchup, 10/15 vs. Sabres Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins face the Sabres for the first time in the 2011-12 campaign. … To see video click here

Video: Post-Game: James Neal (10/15/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to reporters following Saturday night’s game against the Buffalo Sabres. … View video here

Video: Post-Game: Jordan Staal (10/15/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to reporters following Saturday night’s game against the Buffalo Sabres. … View video here

Video: Coach’s Corner: Postgame (10/15/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following Saturday night’s game against the Buffalo Sabres. … See this video

Video: Post-Game: Steve Sullivan (10/15/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Sullivan talks to reporters after Saturday night’s game against the Buffalo Sabres. … Click here to view video