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PensHead Daily Links 01-21-2012

Saturday, January 21st, 2012

Sidney Crosby: Injured Penguins Star Visits Spine Specialist Source: Bleacher Report
According to SportingNews , Sidney Crosby has visited a spine specialist after missing more than a month of play due toconcussion-like symptoms. Crosby visited withDr. Robert S … Go here to read the rest

Crosby to see neurological spine specialist (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
In continuing his comeback efforts from concussion-like symptoms, Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was visiting a neurological spine specialist, the team announced Saturday. Crosby, who hasn’t played since Dec. … See the rest here

Savard visits Bruins, future still uncertain (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Boston Bruins forward Marc Savard was back at the TD Garden to watch his teammates play the New York Rangers on Saturday. … Link

Canadiens’ Subban fined $2,500 for tripping Kunitz (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL fined Montreal Canadiens defenseman P.K. Subban $2,500 for what the league called a “dangerous trip” on Pittsburgh Penguins forward Chris Kunitz. … More here

Penguins hire former Thrashers GM as scout Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have hired former Atlanta Thrashers general manager Don Waddell as a pro scout. … The rest is here

Video: Scouting Report: Washington (1/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will take on the Washington Capitals tomorrow afternoon. … To see video click here

Penguins Name Don Waddell Professional Scout Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have hired former long-time Atlanta Thrashers general manager Don Waddell as a professional scout, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. … Go here to read the rest

Crosby staying the course as Olympic glory fades (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The moment is etched in Canadian hockey lore. There’s Sidney Crosby, standing in the corner of the ice after scoring the biggest goal in a life filled with big goals, arms raised, gloves flung halfway to the Rogers Arena ceiling. Crosby’s gold-medal winning overtime shot in the 2010 men’s Olympic hockey final was supposed to be the last step in an ascension that seemingly began the… … Read this article

Sidney Crosby visits neurological specialist who got Jennifer Grey dancing again (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Having spent several days with chiropractic neurologist Ted Carrick in Atlanta, Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has traveled to California to meet with a physician slightly more respected in sports circles. From the Penguins: Sidney Crosby traveled to California Friday Continue reading … See the rest here

Crosby sees specialist – 01-21-12 Source: Empty Netters
From the Post-Gazette’s Dave Molinari : Penguins center Sidney Crosby, who is recovering from a concussion, went to California Friday to be examined by Dr. Robert S. Bray, a neurological spine specialist. … Read the rest here

Crosby to undergo tests with spine specialist (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is undergoing a series of tests with a neurological spine specialist, the team announced Saturday. … Continue reading here

P.K. Subban fined for dangerous trip (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Montreal Canadiens defenceman P.K. Subban has been fined US$2,500 by the NHL for a “dangerous trip” on Pittsburgh Penguins forward Chris Kunitz. … See more here

Fleury’s shootout success – 01-21-12 Source: Empty Netters
(Note: This is an updated version of something we posted Wednedsay .) With talents such as Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin at their disposal (when healthy), the Penguins tend to get lauded for their success in the shootout based on their offensive abilities. The other part of their shoot … … See the article here

A quick history of P.K Subban’s slew footing Source: The Pensblog
So far the Canadian media has not had much to say about P.K . Subban's dangerous slew foot on Chris Kunitz … See more here

Video: Off Day: Dustin Jeffrey (1/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dustin Jeffrey talks to reporters following Saturday’s optional practice. … Watch video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off Day (1/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following Saturday’s optional practice. … Watch video here

Video: Off Day: Alex Ovechkin (1/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Capitals Captain Alex Ovechkin talks to reporters following practice on Saturday. … View video

Crosby visiting with neurological spine specialist in California Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Sidney Crosby’s search for answers regarding his motion and balance issues has him now seeing a neurological spine specialist in California. After spending several days in Atlanta with Dr. Ted Carrick, a neurological chiropractic specialist, Crosby visited California Friday to visit with Dr … Continue reading here

Crosby to see specialist in California Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Sidney Crosby, who is recovering from a concussion, went to California Friday to be examined by Dr. Robert S. Bray, a neurological spine specialist. … Follow this link

NHL fines Montreal’s Subban for "dangerous trip" of Pens’ Kunitz Source: Post Gazette
Montreal defenseman P.K. Subban has been fined $2,500 for what the NHL described as a “dangerous trip” of Penguins winger Chris Kunitz late in the third period of the Penguins’ 5-4 shootout victory at Consol Energy Center Friday night … Read more here

PK Subban fined $2,500 for slew footing Kunitz Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Montreal’s PK Subban has been fined $2,500 for slew footing Chris Kunitz in Friday night’s 5-4 Penguins win. The league has characterized the slew foot as a dangerous trip … Follow this link

Crosby Visits Dr. Robert S. Bray Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby traveled to California Friday to visit with Dr. Robert S. Bray, a neurological spine specialist, as part of his continuing treatment program … View post

Canadiens’ Subban fined for slew foot – 01-20-12 Source: Empty Netters
Canadiens defenseman PK Subban was fined for a slew foot on Penguins forward Chris Kunitz in the third period of Friday’s game . (PG+) … Link

Empty Netter Assists – 01-21-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “We were losing and I wanted to win this game.” – Evgeni Malkin on his third period goal. … Read more

Habs can pack it in – and lose (The Montreal Gazette) Source: Yahoo Sports
A number of fans took exception when I suggested in a tweet that the Pittsburgh Penguins’ win over the New York Rangers on Thursday was another piece of bad news for the Canadiens because Pittsburgh moved 12 points up on Montreal. … Follow this link

RECAP: It’s a comeback on Fif. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
God damn it, this win felt amazing. The Habs being in town definitely had something to do with it, but the Pens roaring back from a 4-2 deficit with a fire that we haven't seen since that comeback loss in Carolina is what gets your blood going. You know what else gets your blood going? … More here


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NHL clears Cooke in incident with Ranger’ Richards Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL has decided not to review Matt Cooke’s knockdown of Rangers center Brad Richards on Thursday night at Madison Square Garden. … Excerpt from

Canes shut down Caps Source: Tribune-Review
Jussi Jokinen scored two goals, Cam Ward made 22 saves for his 18th career shutout and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Washington Capitals, 3-0, on Friday night. … See the rest here

Pens edge Canadiens in shootout, extend win streak to 5 Source: Tribune-Review
If this night was proof, there’s no more need to question Dustin Jeffrey’s health. Or Kris Letang’s, either. … Read more here

Malkin rallies Penguins to shootout win vs. Canadiens Source: Post Gazette
You couldn’t blame the Penguins if they were tired of talking about Evgeni Malkin. Of having to grasp for superlatives to describe what they are seeing him do virtually every game. Of trying to explain how a guy can respond to challenges so often, and so brilliantly. … The rest is here

Friday’s Three Stars: Jeffrey, Malkin take over for Penguins; Ponikarovsky to New Jersey (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Dustin Jeffrey, Pittsburgh Penguins The Montreal Canadiens jumped out to a 3-1 lead in this game, but they couldn’t stop the Penguins’ dominant centre. No, not Evgeni Malkin — Dustin Jeffrey, who scored twice and added an Continue reading … See the article here

Penguins’ Jason Williams does not play after recall from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: Post Gazette
In something of a surprise Friday, the Penguins recalled forward Jason Williams from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, although he did not dress for their game against Montreal at Consol Energy Center. Apparently, it was an insurance move. … Read more here

Jokinen, Ward too much for Capitals Source: Post Gazette
Jussi Jokinen scored two goals Friday night and Cam Ward made 23 saves for his 18th career shutout as the host Carolina Hurricanes beat the Washington Capitals, 3-0. Jiri Tlusty added a late goal and Eric Staal had two assists, including an early hustle play that led to Carolina’s eighth short-handed goal this season. … See more here

Watch a pane of glass wipe out a referee in Pittsburgh (Video) (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
These days, with all the reckless hitting in the game, there are all sorts of possibilities one has to consider when going into the corner. However, you’d think falling panes of glass wouldn’t be one of them, especially in a Continue reading … Excerpt from

VIDEO: Malkin’s sick game tying goal Source: The Pensblog
Best pic ever? Great look at Malkin's game tying goal by whatever french station this is: Very rarely do you see far corner picked from the opposite side. … View post

Jeffrey Cashes In Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin came up with yet another big effort on Friday night, but he wasn’t the only one. .roundedcornr_box { background: #e4e4e4; float: right; margin: 0 10px; width: 235px; border: 1px solid #660000; } … … Read this article

Penguins rally for 5-4 shootout win over Montreal (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Two weeks ago when the Pittsburgh Penguins were in the midst of a six-game losing streak, a bad bounce and a couple of fluky goals would have been enough to bury them. … More

Pens rally for 5-4 shootout win over Montreal (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. … Follow this link

Endgame: Penguins 5, Canadiens 4 (SO) Source: penguins.nhl.com
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P.K. Subban takes down Penguins’ Chris Kunitz with a slewfoot (Video) (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
With all the talk of picking, blindside hits, and the leaving one’s feet that has dominated the discussion this season, it’s often easy to forget that there are all sorts of dirty hits that have nothing to do with the Continue reading … Read this article

Penguins beat Montreal in 5-4 shootout Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 shootout win against the Montreal Canadiens tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Continue reading here

Comeback city, Pens win 5-4 in a shootout Source: The Pensblog
Emotional game in Consol . Pens staged a comeback in the third. Malkin tied it, and then won it in the shootout … Visit link

VIDEO: P.K. Subban’s vicious slew foot Source: The Pensblog
We're sending this to Darren Dreger . What a joke: This is Subban's third slew foot against the Pens in his career. … View post

THIRD PERIOD: Pens are tired, 4-2 Habs. Source: The Pensblog
Last night taking its toll on the Pens. Stream info: Stream here . Password: montrealsucks … More here

Puck Previews: Capitals, Panthers jostle for Southeast lead; Antropov fined (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Previews: Spotlighting the key games in NHL action, news and views as well as general frivolity. Make sure to stop back here for the nightly Three Stars when the games are finished. Preview: Montreal Canadiens at Continue reading … Excerpt from

FIRST PERIOD: Montreal in town. Get your stream here. Source: The Pensblog
What a joke fanbase . Stream alive and well after readmore @hockeyburgh is the best in the business. Stream here … Go here to read the rest

Video: Ev-ening Things Up Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin rips home a slapshot to draw the Penguins level in the third period. … To see video click here

Video: We Feel Your Pane Source: penguins.nhl.com
An unsuspecting official takes a spill when a pane of glass dislodges in Pittsburgh. … Watch video here

Video: Shootout: MON@PIT Source: penguins.nhl.com
Watch the entirety of the shootout between the Canadiens and the Penguins in Pittsburgh, … See this video

Video: Post Game: Dustin Jeffrey (1/20/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dustin Jeffrey talks to reporters following tonight’s win over Montreal. … Video here

Video: Post Game: Evgeni Malkin (1/20/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin talks to reporters following tonights win over Montreal. … To see video click here

Video: Post Game: Kris Letang (1/20/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang talks to reporters following tonight’s win over Montreal. … Click here to view video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/20/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following tonight’s win over Montreal. … Click here to view video

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PensHead Daily Links 01-18-2012

Wednesday, January 18th, 2012

Rangers emerge as team to beat in East (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
The New York Rangers, tops in the Eastern Conference, are back. The standings say so … Read this article

Orpik Quietly Leads Way for Pens Source: penguins.nhl.com
As the Penguins rolled to their third straight win with a 2-1 shootout win against Carolina Tuesday night at CONSOL Energy Center, the headlines were filled with the extravagant play of Evgeni Malkin, James Neal and Marc-Andre Fleury. … Follow this link

Video: Scouting Report: NY Rangers (1/18/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will take on the Rangers at Madison Square Garden tomorrow night. Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details. … Click here to view video

Pens’ Letang could return to action as early as Thursday night Source: Tribune-Review
Letang, who participated in his second practice in as many days today, made the trip to New York City with the Penguins and, at least, will skate with the team tomorrow morning. … More here

Penguins’ Charity Auction Available Online Now Source: penguins.nhl.com
A chance to skate with Mario Lemieux, to be an NHL “Photographer for A Game” or to make your own Penguins commercial for ROOT SPORTS are among the silent auction items up for bid in the “Penguins Charity Auction” — availa… … Go here to read the rest

Shootout success – 01-18-12 Source: Empty Netters
With talents such as Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin at their disposal (when healthy), the Penguisn tend to get lauded for their success in the shootout based on their offensive abilities. … Continued here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (1/18/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after practice. … View video

Video: Off Day: James Neal (1/18/2012) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media following Wednesday morning’s practice. … See this video

Video: Off Day: Brooks Orpik (1/18/2012) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to the media following Wednesday morning’s practice. … Click here to view video

Video: Off Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (1/18/2012) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media following Wednesday morning’s practice. … View video here

Penguins Report: 1/18/12 Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:02 AM: Players on the ice for practice. Malkin and Asham are not practicing. … Follow this link

In which NHL referees overprotect Cam Ward, ignore James Reimer and rob the San Jose Sharks (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
There were three situations on Tuesday night involving National Hockey League goaltenders and poor, borderline terrible decisions by the on-ice officials. Let’s start in San Jose, where the Sharks were simply robbed of a game-winning overtime goal against the Calgary Continue reading … Read more here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-18-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “So if this isn’t 100 percent for him, it’s pretty scary. … Read the rest here

Video: Penguins – Playbook Source: penguins.nhl.com
It’s a Great Day for Hockey! … View video

Video: Penguins – Alpha Source: penguins.nhl.com
It’s a Great Day for Hockey! … See this video

Video: Pens Insider: How You Get Your News (1/18/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
We’ll take you inside the Penguins New Media Department as they cover the Pens morning skate. … See this video

Kovacevic: Neal’s All-Star snub a misfire Source: Tribune-Review
It’s hardly earth-shattering news when the NHL makes a boneheaded decision, but omitting James Neal from the All-Star Game staggers the imagination. … Go here to read the rest

Video: UPMC Spotlight: Evgeni Malkin (1/18/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The NHL’s Third Star of the Week, Evgeni Malkin, is the subject of this week’s UPMC Spotlight. … See this video

Malkin leads Penguins past Carolina in shootout (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Evgeni Malkin doesn’t necessarily go out on the ice with a game plan. The way he’s playing, he doesn’t exactly need one … Visit link

Malkin leads way again for Penguins (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Evgeni Malkin Show is showing no signs of slowing down. Malkin scored the Pittsburgh Penguins’ only goal and then scored in the shootout to lead the Penguins to a 2-1 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday night at Consol Energy Center. … Read the rest here

Dolan declares that Rangers are ready to compete for Cup (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Rangers are off to their best start in 40 years, prompting the usually quiet owner of the team to make public his lofty goals for the rest of this season. In a rare appearance with the media following Tuesday’s 3-0 win over Nashville, James Dolan boasted that he believes… … See the article here

Penguins veteran Adams denies there was captaincy meeting Source: Tribune-Review
Right winger Craig Adams, one of the Penguins’ veterans, denied a Tribune-Review report that players recently discussed a temporary captaincy. … Link

Penguins steal one from Hurricanes in shootout victory Source: Tribune-Review
The Evgeni Malkin Show was in peak form again, but credit these two points to Penguins goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury. … Read more here

Tuesday’s Three Stars: Lundqvist stops all; Parenteau scores twice for Islanders (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Henrik Lundqvist, New York Rangers With no Ryan Suter and no Pekka Rinne, the Nashville Predators weren’t quite themselves, falling 3-0 on goals by Dan Girardi, John Mitchell, and Ryan Callahan. That said, it might not have Continue reading … Read the rest here

Malkin leads way to victory Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Malkin has played some terrific hockey lately. Quite possibly the finest of his career. … See more here

Letang moves closer to return to lineup Source: Post Gazette
There were days Kris Letang struggled to get out of bed. Bouts of dizziness and nausea plagued him. “It was really tough,” the Penguins top defenseman said Tuesday after joining his teammates on the ice for the first time in weeks … Excerpt from

Nabokov, Islanders shut out Capitals Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Nabokov stopped 17 shots to hand the Washington Capitals their first shutout this season, and the New York Islanders got two goals from P.A. … See the rest here

Pens – Canes Post Game Reactions: “Pretty Scary” thought from one teammate is Malkin might not have peaked yet Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh 2 – Carolina 1 (SO) The Pittsburgh Penguins extended their winning streak to three games, defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 2-1 in a shootout on Tuesday night at the Consol Energy Center. The Penguins snapped a four game home losing streak and their big guns led the way once again as Evgeni Malkin scored his … Go here to read the rest

Lundqvist shuts out Predators, Rangers win 3-0 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEW YORK, N.Y. – After Henrik Lundqvist and his teammates bounced back from a modest slump by shutting out the Nashville Predators, New York Rangers owner James Dolan decided to say what’s been on his mind for a while: his club is Stanley Cup title material. … More

Penguins beat Carolina 2-1 in shootout (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Evgeni Malkin doesn’t necessarily go out on the ice with a game plan. The way he’s playing, he doesn’t exactly need one. … More here

RECAP: Cam Ward, still sucks. PENS WIN Source: The Pensblog
James Neal and Evgeni Malkin all day every day. Neal and Malkin have developed inexhaustible chemistry. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins defeat Hurricanes, 2-1 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins won their third game in a row, 2-1, in a shootout against the Carolina Hurricanes tonight at Consol Energy Center. … See the article here

Endgame: Penguins 2, Hurricanes 1 SO Source: penguins.nhl.com
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VIDEO: Brooks Orpik destroys Jeff Skinner Source: The Pensblog
Orpik was called for interference on this play: And just think the good people of Carolina were just starting to get over hating Brooks Orpik . It is a clean hit though, get your head up Jeff. Jeff Skinner just came back on the ice. … More

THIRD PERIOD: 1-1, still. Source: The Pensblog
Paul Martin had a wide open net, but he refuses to score. 1-1 … Go here to read the rest

SECOND PERIOD: Malkin in your mouth, 1-1 Source: The Pensblog
Malkin had a team meeting on Cam Ward's face late in the first. … Read this article

@pghpenguins: The #Canes gain Jeff Skinner who returned on Sunday after missing 16 games with a concussion – http://twitpic.com/88k848

FIRST PERIOD: Cam Ward sucks Source: The Pensblog
Ironic that the Igloo was opened today: pic via @Joeruu2 Ironic, because Cam Ward there the last time the roof almost blew off. No streams yet, go pens. … View post

Video: Stealing From The Staal Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin picks Eric Staal’s pocket and roofs one on Cam Ward. … Watch here

Video: Shootout: CAR@PIT Source: penguins.nhl.com
Watch the entirety of the shootout between the Hurricanes and the Penguins. … See video here

Video: Post Game: James Neal (1/17/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to reporters following Tuesday night’s win over Carolina. … Watch here

Video: Post Game: Brooks Orpik (1/17/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to reporters following tonight’s win over Carolina. … Video here

Video: Post Game: Evgeni Malkin (1/17/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin talks to reporters following Tuesday night’s win over Carolina. … Watch video here

Video: Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/17/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following Tuesday nights win over Carolina. … Click here to view video

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PensHead Daily Links 01-06-2012

Friday, January 6th, 2012

Pens-Rangers In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
6:30 PM: After a long five-day break, it’s finally a hockey night in Pittsburgh for the first time since New Year’s Eve! The Pens will begin the 2012 calendar year with a huge divisional game against the red-hot New York Rangers, who have won eight of their last nine and sit atop the Eastern Conference with 54 points. … View post

Marc Staal’s comeback slow at start for Rangers (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
If Thursday’s 3-2 overtime win over the Florida Panthers was any indication, the return to the ice for New York Rangers defenseman Marc Staal will be a slow one. Staal, knocked out of action since a concussion-causing hit from his brother Eric Staal of the Hurricanes last… … Link

Gameday 39 – Rangers Source: The Pensblog
New York Rangers (25-9-4) @Pittsburgh Penguins (21-13-4) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, MSG 2, NHLN-US , NHLN-CA CONSOL Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA The Pittsburgh Penguins play their first game of 2012 against the stars of the Winter Classic and HBO's 24/7. The Penguins have had a lot of rest, which is great for injuries but it could also mean that they're a little rusty right now … Read the rest here

Rangers at Penguins – 01-06-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from a wonderfully warm day in early January. It’s sunny and in the high 50s. … More

Sidney Crosby: Penguins Would Be Foolish to Extend Star’s Contract Beyond 2013 Source: Bleacher Report
With Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby’s season and career in jeopardy following his latest struggle with concussion problems, team general manager Ray Shero would be foolish to extend Crosby’s contract beyond 2013. … See the article here

Video: Iron Workers (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Iron Workers Building of a Champion features #24 Matt Cooke. … Watch here

Video: Iron Workers (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Iron Workers Building of a Champion video features #71 Evgeni Malkin. … View video

Video: Jr. Trib Reporter (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
In this installment of Trib.Jr. Reporter, Eva Dorr talks to #29 Marc Andre Fleury. … View video here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Nemacolin Big 5 features five questions with #11 Jordan Staal. … To see video click here

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection Plays originally aired on Jan. 6, 2012. … Watch video here

Post-Morning Skate update: Michalek GTD, Letang skating Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
POST-MORNING SKATE UPDATE The Pittsburgh Penguins might not be getting their shutdown pairing back tonight While Paul Martin returns to the lineup, Defenseman Zbynek Michalek suffered an injury in yesterday’s practice after blocking a shot and his status is in question. The Penguins might be forced to recall Simon Despres or Alex Picard … Read this article

About the Rangers – 01-06-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Rangers. When and where: 7 p.m., EST. … See more here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … To see video click here

Video: Game Day: Richard Park (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Richard Park talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … To see video click here

Video: Game Day: Colin McDonald (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Colin McDonald talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … Watch here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … See this video

Video: Game Day: Mike Rupp (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguin Mike Rupp talks to the media before tonight’s game. … To see video click here

Video: Scouting Report: NY Rangers (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mike Rupp returns to Pittsburgh with the currently first place NY Rangers. Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details. … Watch video here

The Sidney Crosby concussion vs. the economics of the NHL (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Yahoo! Sports NHL columnist Nick Cotsonika marked a dubious anniversary on Thursday: One year to the day that Sidney Crosby was hit from behind by Victor Hedman. The ensuing concussion recovery kept the Pittsburgh Penguins captain out through the end Continue reading … See the article here

Nick Kypreos on Sidney Crosby, Concussions & Future Contracts Source: The Pensblog
Yes, another Sidney Crosby piece. Sorry. Nick Kypreos , who was forced to retire from hockey due to a concussion, has posted an opinion piece on Sidney Crosby's future … The rest is here

Pens Morning Skate Buzz: Latest lineup News, Notes & Tidbits Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Rangers (25-9-4, 54 pts @ Penguins (21-13-4, 46pts MORNING SKATE BUZZ The Penguins in a pivotal division game could fall 10 pts behind the New York Rangers with a regulation loss. Losers of two straight, Pittsburgh currently trails New York by eight points with both teams at the 38 game mark. The Rangers who lead … The rest is here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-06-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” There aren’t many defensemen who can keep up with him when he gets going .” – Zbynek Michalek on defending Rangers forward Marian Gaborik. -The Penguins activated Paul Martin and Richard Park (above) from injured reserve … … Visit link

Pens recall forward McDonald Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have recalled forward Colin McDonald from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League. … View post

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. NY Rangers Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens lines (10:35 AM). Pens recall McDonald (10:05 AM). … Link

Penguins Recall Forward Colin McDonald from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Penguins recall McDonald – 01-06-12 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have recalled forward Colin McDonald from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. McDonald, 27, is the AHL Penguins’ leading scorer with 28 points (eight goals, 20 assists) in 33 games. He was selected to the AHL’s all-star game earlier this week … Continue reading here

Video: YMCA Autograph Session (1/5/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Nine Pittsburgh Penguin players signed autographs at Dick’s Sporting Goods in the Mall at Robinson to help raise money for the YMCA Junior Penguins Program. … View video here

How we feel the morning of a Pens game Source: The Pensblog
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Video: Pens Vault: Saturday Night Fever (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins Vault travels to 1977 in a Penguins themed Saturday Night Fever video. … Watch here

Host Senators have 4 elected NHL All-Stars Source: Tribune-Review
Defenseman Erik Karlsson led all vote-getters in fan balloting, and captain Daniel Alfredsson and fellow forwards Milan Michalek and Jason Spezza elected to NHL All-Star game. … View post

Pens’ Malkin has fun with world junior championships Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins star Evgeni Malkin mocked some of his Canadian teammates when Russia jumped to a 6-1 lead, then fell silent as Canada roared back before falling, 6-5. … See the rest here

Upcoming weekend is pivotal for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
With home showdowns against the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils, the Penguins look to stand strong in Atlantic. … Go here to read the rest

Malkin Earns Bragging Rights Over Teammates Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins center Evgeni Malkin has endeared himself to fans with his fun and lighthearted presence on social medium Twitter (@malkin71_). Malkin at the 2005 World Junior Championshi… … The rest is here

More Crosby rumors, probably somewhat legit Source: The Pensblog
@JoshRimerHockey came out guns blazing this summer and said Crosby wouldn't be ready for the start of the season. Everyone blasted him … See the rest here

NHL Notebook: League suspends Florida forward Source: Post Gazette
The NHL suspended Florida Panthers forward Krys Barch for one game for an “inappropriate comment” directed toward Canadiens defenseman P.K. Subban in a game Saturday between the two Eastern Conference foes. Barch was given a match penalty at the end of the first period after a scrum between Panthers defenseman Erik Gudbranson and Montreal’s Subban. … Continued here

Price of success lower for Rangers Source: Post Gazette
Couldn’t have been many NHL teams more opposed to a salary cap than the New York Rangers. Can’t be many who have benefited more from the league adopting one, either. Not because it leveled the league’s financial playing field — that’s precisely what New York didn’t care much for — but because it forced the Rangers to re-think their approach to putting together teams. … Excerpt from

Penguins Notebook: Martin, Michalek finally ready to team up again Source: Post Gazette
Paul Martin and Zbynek Michalek make up one of the Penguins’ top two defense pairings. On paper, anyway. In reality, at least one of them has been injured for 24 of the first 38 games — including every one since Nov … See more here

NHL Roundup: Rangers top Florida, surge to top of pack Source: Post Gazette
Marian Gaborik scored 3:29 into overtime for the host New York Rangers, who outlasted the Florida Panthers, 3-2, and moved to the top of the NHL standings with their eighth win in the past nine games. Gaborik took a drop pass from Derek Stepan in the high slot and slapped in a drive for his 23rd goal this season. … View post

Stunned Pic Of The Night: 1.5.12 Source: The Pensblog
7 Stunned pics in one picture From left to right: 1. Lady far left- making the “L” symbol. Congrats to her for being the only person in the last 10 years to do that in public … Visit link

DePaul 84 – Pittsburgh 81: Panthers stumble in final seconds to lose 4th in a row Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
DePaul 84 – Pittsburgh 81 Leading 81-77 with 14 seconds to play, Pitt (11-5, 0-3 Big East) stumbled once again blowing a last second lead, en route to a 84-81 loss to DePaul (10-4, 1-1 Big East) on Thursday night. … Go here to read the rest

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Rangers Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (21-13-4) vs. … Visit link

24/7 Rangers vs Flyers: Episode 4, live stream here Source: The Pensblog
10:00 pm on HBO. But we have a link. *NOTE -the broadcast is over Enjoy … Visit link

Pens/NHL Buzz & Tidbits: Martin, Park due back; Four team race in Atlantic? Latest NHL Rumblings, Early Hemsky suitors Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Emphasis of winning division games: Pittsburgh needs to start winning division games aside from beating up on the New York Islanders. They have two big ones this weekend with back-to-back home games, hosting the conference leading New York Rangers Friday night and facing the New Jersey Devils Saturday night. … Read more

How Sidney Crosby’s lost year changed hockey (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
It’s been one year since concussion symptoms waylaid the Pittsburgh Penguins superstar, and now he’s missing again with no return in sight. … More

Canada Beats Finland 4-0 for WJC Bronze Source: penguins.nhl.com
CALGARY – The silver lining for Canada’s World Junior Championship is bronze. Paced by the Barrie Colts duo of Mark Scheifele and Tanner Pearson, Canada blanked Finland 4-0 at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Thursday to capture the bronze m… … See the article here

Fan Guide vs. NY Rangers Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins will battle the New York Rangers on Friday, January 6 at CONSOL Energy Center. Here are some tips for fans who plan to attend the game: Doors will open at 5:45 pm for the 7:00 pm start The Penguins wil… … See the article here

Sidney Crosby: Will Concussions Ruin the NHL? Source: Bleacher Report
The NHL has a sweeping problem that is destroying the game you and I love. Every night, it seems as if there is another superstar leaving the ice for an extended period of time because of a concussion. The poster boy for these concussions is Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby . His concussion back in January 2010 has kept the face of the Penguins franchise off the ice for almost an entire year. Crosby did come back for a brief period of time in November; however, concussion-like symptoms have sidelined Sid once again. Shelly Anderson with the Pittsburgh Post Gazette who caught up with both Crosby and Penguins coach Dan Bylsma about Sid’s latest setback : “It is frustrating for Sid,” Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma said. “Sid knows his body better than anybody else. He’s not feeling 100 percent. He’ll return to practice and playing when he is 100 percent. … More here

Video: CISCO NHL Live: Evgeni Malkin Source: penguins.nhl.com
CISCO NHL Live talks on the phone with Evgeni Malkin. … To see video click here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-30-2011

Friday, December 30th, 2011

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Devils Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (21-12-4) vs. DEVILS (20-15-1) WHEN: Dec. … View post

WJC: Miller, Uher Get Assists in USA-Czech Game Source: penguins.nhl.com
Some Pittsburgh-connection hockey players contributed in Friday afternoon’s World Junior Championship Group B preliminary round matchup between Team USA and Czech Republic in Alberta. Pittsburgh-area native J.T. Miller (Team USA) and Pen… … See the article here

Hockey Hugs: Sutter’s gone soft, Baby Malkin, Buff love (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Hockey Hugs is a feature that celebrates the best in hugging from around the NHL, because who doesn’t love a good hug now and then? … Visit link

Hockey coach Scotty Bowman to get Order of Canada (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Hockey coach Scotty Bowman is among 66 notables to receive the Order of Canada. The honor recognizes a lifetime of outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation. … Read more here

MacIntyre is January Mustache Boy Source: penguins.nhl.com
As Confucius once said: With great mustache comes great responsibility (that was Confucius that said that, right?) The Penguins held their monthly “Mustache Boy” shootout at the end of practice on Friday. As always, the competit… … Continue reading here

What the World Juniors Means for Prospects Source: penguins.nhl.com
This week, the best players under the age of 20 are at the 2012 World Junior Championships representing their respective countries. … See the rest here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-30-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “Fifteen years ago, I would score five. But not anymore … Go here to read the rest

Video: Off-Day: Deryk Engelland (12/30/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Deryk Engelland talks to the media after practice at Southpointe. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (12/30/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after practice at Southpointe. … Video here

Video: Scouting Report: New Jersey (12/30/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pens will close out 2011 with a match against the NJ Devils. Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details. … Video here

Video: Pens Insider: Mustache Boy (12/30/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Find out who will be Mustache Boy for the Month of January. … View video

WJC: USA Plays Czech Republic Today at 3:30 p.m. on NHL Network Source: penguins.nhl.com
Team USA will face the Czech Republic today at 3:30 p.m. for its third game of the 2012 World Junior Championship, which will be broadcast live on the NHL Network … Link

STATS: The Penguins struggles against good teams Source: The Pensblog
Really good piece from Alan Robinson on NHL.com today about the Penguins struggles against some powerful east teams: The Penguins are 16-10-3 without Crosby this season, and 39-23-8 over the last two seasons, but being without their best player certainly seems to be hurting them against the best teams. They are 1-5-0 against the top five teams in the Eastern Conference and a combined 3-7-1 against the top five in both conferences, based on the standings going into Thursday night's play. … Read this article

Only Clueless Pittsburgh Penguins Fans Are Booing Jaromir Jagr in His Return Source: Bleacher Report
Fans of the Pittsburgh Penguins have exactlyzero reasons to boo Jaromir Jagr . Yet every time he has touched the puck during his return to the Steel City, the boo birds have been aimed at the 39 year old winger. What gives … See more here

Video: Off-Day: Ben Lovejoy (12/30/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy talks to the media after practice at Southpointe. … See this video

Video: Off-Day: Zbynek Michalek (12/30/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek talks to the media after practice at Southpointe. … Click here to view video

Pens reassign Picard, Williams to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have reassigned defenesman Alexandre Picard and forwad Jason Williams to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League. … More

Picard & Williams to WBS Source: The Pensblog
From the Penguins website : The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned forward Jason Williams and defenseman Alexandre Picard to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero . … See the rest here

Penguins demote Picard, Williams – 12-30-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins demoted forward Jason Williams (above) and defenseman Alexandre Picard to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. Williams, 31, has appeared in seven NHL games this season and has two points (one goal, one assist). Picard, 26, has played in 17 NHL games this season and has four assists … Go here to read the rest

Penguins Report: 12/30/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens lines (11:24 AM). … More

RECAP: The 68 Gun Salute. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
The good news? Despite not really having their best game, the Pens had a powerplay , down 3-2, with under 4 minutes to go … See the article here

Morning Pens Buzz: On Jagr’s big night; Flyers team speed was the difference in win; Post-Game tidbits, Analysis Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Pens Buzz Jagr stars On and Off the Ice in Win: The Philadelphia Flyers could not have scripted last night’s 4-2 win any better. Flyers players and coaches knew this game meant a ton to Jaromir Jagr and Jagr delivered. “I’m sure [Jaromir] was happy to come in and be a factor the way … Visit link

Kovacevic: Jagr shows best, worst sides Source: Tribune-Review
On his return to town, Jaromir Jagr was nothing less than the best player on the ice in the Flyers’ victory over the Penguins at Consol Energy Center. … View post


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Penguins Team Report (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Penguins went back to the future for an evening and couldn’t possibly have liked the experience. Jaromir Jagr, the second-leading scorer in franchise history, returned to Pittsburgh and scored a goal during the Flyers’ 4-2 win over the Penguins on Thursday. The dominant player of the game, Jagr was booed all game by angry Penguins fans who are convinced that Jagr broke a promise he had made with team owner Mario Lemieux last summer. … See the article here

Lindros is ready for Classic return to Philly Source: Tribune-Review
For a player once dubbed “The Next One,” as in the next Wayne Gretzky, Eric Lindros had turned into “The Forgotten One” in Philadelphia. … Visit link

Flyers winger Jaromir Jagr’s take Source: Tribune-Review
Philadelphia Flyers winger Jaromir Jagr weighs in on his relationship with then Penguins and their fans. … Read more

Talbot warmly received in return with Flyers Source: Tribune-Review
Max Talbot nervously admitted before his return to Consol Energy Center that he was concerned the crowd would boo him because of the Flyers sweater he’d be wearing. … Visit link

Jagr basks in spotlight, as Flyers down Pens Source: Tribune-Review
The second-leading scorer in Pens history, Jaromir Jagr scored a goal and was the dominant player in a Flyers victory. … Read more

Former stars dim lights Source: Post Gazette
They booed. … More here

Penguins Notebook: Crosby handling concussion layoff in stride Source: Post Gazette
Sidney Crosby’s situation could be discouraging for anyone. He’s back to sitting out practices and games, back to dealing with concussion symptoms. According to others with the Penguins, though, their captain and best player is keeping his spirits up … Read more

Jagr holds court on fans, Flyers, Lemeiux Source: Post Gazette
Former Penguins star winger Jaromir Jagr made his first visit Thursday to Consol Energy Center as a member of the rival Philadelphia Flyers. … Read this article

NHL Roundup: Islanders put out Flames in game featuring a melee Source: Post Gazette
John Tavares scored a goal and added an assist, and Evgeni Nabokov made 29 saves to lead the New York Islanders to a 3-1 win Thursday night against the visiting Calgary Flames. Andrew MacDonald and Brian Rolston also scored for New York, which snapped a three-game losing streak. The Islanders had dropped four in a row at home (0-3-1) since a 5-1 victory Dec … Continued here

Jagr scores as Flyers beat Penguins 4-2 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Jaromir Jagr spent the days leading up to his return to Pittsburgh insisting it wasn’t personal. He stressed that he didn’t mean to cause hard feelings when he signed with the hated Philadelphia Flyers over the summer instead of with the Penguins, with whom he became a star two decades ago. The Penguins are just another team, Jagr said — no different than Tampa Bay. … View post

Staal’s OT goal caps Canes’ comeback (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
RALEIGH, N.C. – In the midst of a frustrating season in which little of what Eric Staal tried has worked, the Carolina captain leaned on his younger brother for advice after the Hurricanes faced Jordan Staal and the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday. … Excerpt from

Stunned Pic Of The Night 12.29 Source: The Pensblog
An iconic pic via our boy crossingbroad : PensKnittyLady and PensRyourdaddy , two of our favorite people and constant contributors to our site were the recipients of Jagr's salute. It is the stunned pic of the night because we're stunned. jesus . … Read more here

WJC: Pens Prospect Harrington Has Four-Point Night for Canada Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins 2011 draft pick Scott Harrington scored a goal and added three assists for Team Canada as they steamrolled Denmark, 10-2, at Rexall Place in Edmonton in opening round action of the 2012 World Junior Championship. Harrington’… … See the article here

Flyers defeat Penguins, 4-2 Source: Post Gazette
Jaromir Jagr and Max Talbot each scored and were successful in their return here in Philadelphia jerseys as the Flyers downed the Penguins, 4-2, tonight at Consol Energy Center. … More

Crowd Reacts to Jagr, Talbot’s Return Source: penguins.nhl.com
The day that many Penguins fans circled on their calendars finally arrived. On December 29, Pittsburgh faced cross-state rival Philadelphia – and some familiar faces were wearing orange and black sweaters. Jaromir Jagr and Max Talbot … … Visit link

Jagr and Talbot score, Pens lose 4-2 Source: The Pensblog
What a player. … See the article here

Endgame: Flyers 4, Penguins 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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THIRD PERIOD: Jagr enters your mouth, 3-1 Source: The Pensblog
Tough times for a lot of penguins fans. … Read the rest here

Flyers’ Jagr Feels Penguins Wrath: Fan’s Reaction (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
Jaromir Jagr was presented with a number of options when he decided to return to the National Hockey League this summer. One of them was to rejoin the Pittsburgh Penguins, while another was to play for the Philadelphia Flyers. … See the article here

SECOND PERIOD: 1-1, Solid first period Source: The Pensblog
Pens got one early, Flyers countered. … See the article here

Penguins Staff Celebrate Holiday Season with Seniors at Harmer Village Source: penguins.nhl.com
Members of the Pittsburgh Penguins front office staff visited with residents at Harmer Village in Cheswick on December 21, 2011; delivering Christmas gifts as part of the organization’s annual “Operation Shoebox” program. … … See the article here

Video: Talbot Welcome Back Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Pittsburgh Penguin Maxime Talbot will return to Pittsburgh for tonight’s match up. … Watch here

Video: Post-Game: Max Talbot (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguin forward Max Talbot talks to to media after defeating the Penguins 4-2 on Thursday night. … Video here

Video: Post-Game: Jaromir Jagr (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguin forward Jaromir Jagr talks to to media after defeating the Penguins 4-2 on Thursday night. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (12/29/11)) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after falling to the Philadelphia Flyers 4-2. … To see video click here

Video: Post-Game: James Neal (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media after falling to the Philadelphia Flyers 4-2. … Watch video here

Video: Post-Game: Tyler Kennedy (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Tyler Kennedy talks to the media after falling to the Philadelphia Flyers 4-2. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Ben Lovejoy (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy talks to the media after falling to the Philadelphia Flyers 4-2. … To see video click here

Video: Flyers In Pittsburgh (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens fans talk about the Flyers in the Burgh and the return of Jagr and Talbot. … Watch here

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PensHead Daily Links 11-13-2011

Sunday, November 13th, 2011

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Twenty Years Later – Penguins 5, Oilers 4 – 11-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2011-12 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1991-92 season which led to the second Stanley Cup title in franchise hi … … Read more here

RECAP: Don’t Call It A Comeback. ‘Cause It Wasn’t. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
The Pens were down 3-0 after two periods of play. It wasn't for lack of trying. Cam Ward let Malkin know this wasn't the 2009 Conference Finals. The Canes, meanwhile, were scratching goals onto the board. Jeff Skinner was everywhere. The Canes had lost 4 straight games, and three of those games saw the Canes have abysmal third periods that cost them wins. And it happened again in this one. But the hockey gods decided the Canes were due for a win. And that game-winning goal came on a play where Malkin was forced to play big in front of Johnson, but he was dog-tired, and Eric Staal put in some goal … Continue reading here

Empty Netter Assists – 11-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “He usually plays well against us.” – Jordan Staal on hsi brother, Hurricanes captain Eric Staal, who had a two-point night. … Read more here


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Video: Steve MacIntyre kills a man Source: The Pensblog
Jesus. … See the article here

Kuhnhackl punished by OHL for head shot Source: Tribune-Review
Tom Kuhnhackl, the Penguins’ fourth-round pick in 2010, was suspended 20 games by the Ontario Hockey League on Tuesday for a hit he delivered to Kitchener Rangers defenseman Ryan Murphy on Nov. 4. … Visit link

Penguins’ frantic rally falls short against Hurricanes Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Jordan Staal’s two goals led to a frantic third-period rally, but his big brother had the last laugh in the third period. … See more here

Jeffrey working out kinks, conditioning in minors Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins are not disappointed in center Dustin Jeffrey’s play, but simply think he needs significant ice time before contributing at the NHL level. … See more here

Saturday’s Three Stars: Buffalo bullied by Bruins; Blues blank Bolts (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Tyler Seguin, Boston Bruins Seguin has been on fire to start the year, and Saturday night was no exception. … Visit link

Hurricanes ward off Penguins rally, 5-3 Source: Post Gazette
Carolina goalie Cam Ward was credited with 37 saves in the Hurricanes’ 5-3 victory against the Penguins Saturday night at the RBC Center. Ten of those came during the first period. No more than, say, eight were sensational. … Visit link

Devils take Washington in a shootout Source: Post Gazette
This was another gut check for a New Jersey team that seemed to have a few of them already in its first 15 games. … Read the rest here

Controversial hit hounds two of Staals Source: Post Gazette
Carolina center Eric Staal is regarded as one of the NHL’s best players, even though he has gotten off to a miserable start this season. Staal entered the Hurricanes’ game against the Penguins Saturday night at the RBC Center with three goals and two assists along with a league-worst plus-minus rating of minus-16, in 16 games. … Read more here

On the Penguins: GM Ray Shero constantly remaking the franchise Source: Post Gazette
Ray Shero wasn’t gambling Tuesday when he traded Mark Letestu to Columbus. Letestu might well go on to have a productive career with the Blue Jackets — his miserable start to this season aside, Letestu is an intelligent and versatile player — while the fourth-round draft choice the Penguins got in the deal might yield a guy who never sees an NHL game, let alone plays in one. … View post

NHL prepares to launch own production company Source: Post Gazette
NEW YORK — The NHL is starting its own production company. The league will work with former HBO Sports president Ross Greenburg on NHL Original Productions. Greenburg is also producing sports documentaries for NBC’s networks … Continued here

Anderson bounces back with win for Sens (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – Craig Anderson’s confidence started being rebuilt the moment he found out he was getting another start. … Link

Maple Leafs continue to struggle at home (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – Home ice hasn’t been kind to the Toronto Maple Leafs of late. … See the rest here

Staal leads Hurricanes past Penguins 5-3 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
RALEIGH, N.C. – Eric Staal kept his focus after his apparent breakaway goal was waived off early in the third period. … Go here to read the rest

Endgame: Hurricanes 5, Penguins 3 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Penguins fall 5-3 to Hurricanes Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins wiped out a three-goal deficit in the third period but couldn’t avoid a 5-3 loss to Carolina at the RBC Center tonight. … See the article here

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Penguins at Hurricanes – 11-12-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Right off the bat, Craig Adams used to be a Hurricane: x1. -As always, there’s a ton of Penguins fans in Carolina … Read this article

Video: Mounting a Comeback Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal breaks in all alone shorthanded and beats Cam Ward for his 2nd of the night to cut the lead to 3-2. … View video here

Video: Can’t Beat Brent Source: penguins.nhl.com
Patrick Dwyer moves in on the breakaway but is denied by Brent Johnson’s quick glove. … Watch here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (11/12/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after the 5-3 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. … See video here

Video: Post-Game: Brooks Orpik (11/12/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to the media after the 5-3 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. … See this video

Video: Post-Game: Jordan Staal (11/12/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to the media after the 5-3 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. … Watch video here

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PensHead Daily Links 02-27-2011

Sunday, February 27th, 2011

Pens not close on more trades as NHL deadline approaches Source: Tribune-Review
As of this afternoon the Penguins were not close on any trades to acquire more players before the NHL deadline. The deadline expires Monday at 3 p.m. … See the rest here

Jeffrey, Vitale, Strait demoted Source: The Pensblog
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned forwards Dustin Jeffrey, Joe Vitale and defenseman Brian Strait to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AHL). Explanation city: … More

Three players assigned to Penguins’ farm team Source: Post Gazette
Forward Dustin Jeffrey headlines a group of three players assigned to the Penguins’ farm team in Wilkes-Barre today. … More here

Pens send Jeffrey, Vitale and Strait back to Wilkes Barre; Kunitz close Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins have just announced that the team has re-assigned Dustin Jeffrey, Joe Vitale and Brian Strait to Wilkes Barre/Scranton. The Penguins are off until Wednesday and the trade deadline is tomorrow. Jeffrey has eight points (5G-3A) in 15 games with Pittsburgh this season … Read more

Penguins Re-Assign Jeffrey, Strait and Vitale Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned Dustin Jeffrey, Brian Strait and Joe Vitale to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. … Read more here

Penguins demote Jeffrey, Strait, Vitale – 02-27-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have demoted forwards Dustin Jeffrey, Joe Vitale (right) and defenseman Brian Strait to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. In 15 NHL games this season, Jeffrey, 23, has scored eight points (five goals, three assists) … Go here to read the rest


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Video: American Red Cross Blood Drive (02-27-11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The American Red Cross holds their annual blood drive here at the CONSOL Energy Center. … To see video click here

AHL Gameday 60 – Springfield Falcons Source: The Pensblog
3:05 PM Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: AHLLive.com 102.3 The Mountain Last night's 3-2 shootout victory over Norfolk: LEADING SCORER TOP PROSPECT Brett Sterling Robert Bortuzzo (18+21) 39 Pts. … Continued here

Florida Panthers are ruining most of our Hugh Jessiman jokes (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The first members of the 2003 Entry Draft's first round to make their debuts were Eric Staal of the Carolina… … Read this article

The Pittsburgh Penguins & Past Trade Deadlines Source: The Pensblog
Ray Shero has already added James Neal, Matt Niskanen, and Alexei Kovalev to the Pittsburgh Penguins roster. There's no way to know what Shero will do in between now and Monday 3pm. However, we can look back and see what Shero, Craig Patrick and the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in trade deadlines past. … See the rest here

The Morning Skate: 2/27 Source: The Pensblog
RLD Hockey is an NHL blog of mine where we take a look at the hot topics around the league on a daily basis. One of our staples is the 'Morning Skate', where I rundown everything going on in the NHL, including predictions on the big games. … Continued here

RECAP: Shootout at the AK Corral. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
It was almost as if this game was a microcosm of the entire season. Every time it seemed the Pens were done, they refused to die. We know not to get all jammed up about games and shit, but we can't help but see this one being a game that will be remembered for a while. It was very similar to the 6-5 classic in Toronto so many years ago. … Link

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Empty Netter Assists – 02-27-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “He’s clutch.” – Mark Letestu on Alex Kovalev. … Continue reading here

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Video: Post-Game: Dan Bylsma (2/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma speaks with reporters following the Penguins’ 6-5 shootout victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Max Talbot (2/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Max Talbot speaks with reporters following the Penguins’ 6-5 shootout victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Kris Letang (2/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang speaks with reporters following the Penguins’ 6-5 shootout victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs … See video here

Video: Post-Game: Alex Kovalev (2/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Alex Kovalev speaks with reporters following the Penguins’ 6-5 shootout victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs … View video

Video: Post-Game: Mark Letestu (2/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mark Letestu speaks with reporters following the Penguins’ 6-5 shootout victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs … See video here


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Don’t get a boner over Goligoski’s goal Source: The Pensblog
We saw that Goligoski scored his first goal as a Dallas Star. Then we saw Puck Daddy gave Goligoski the second star in his nightly thing under the title “Goligoski impresses.” So we thought, “Oh, shit. He probably scored some unreal goal.” And we were completely wrong. Bobby Orr better start looking over his shoulder. … Visit link

Kovalev scores in SO as Pens down Leafs 6-5 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – The wear and tear of an unlikely push towards the playoffs is starting to show on the Toronto Maple Leafs. … Read more here

Penguins Cup Chronicles: Scott Young Source: Tribune-Review
Scott Young can look back at the decision that kept him out of the lineup for the final five games of the Stanley Cup Final with complete understanding. … Visit link

Mt. Lebanon grad lands with Baby Pens Source: Tribune-Review
When their top seven scorers were called up, the Baby Pens naturally went on a search for players to plug holes in their lineup. They found one who couldn’t have been happier to pull a Penguins jersey over his head. … Read more here

Rossi: Trade deadline a manic Monday Source: Tribune-Review
Lunch with a couple of Trib editors Monday was interrupted by two buzzing cell phones one connected to the hockey world, the other to Pittsburgh associates wanting to know what was going on in that hockey world. … Go here to read the rest

Letestu returns as winger; Kennedy scratched Source: Tribune-Review
Rookie center Mark Letestu played against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Air Canada Center this on the heels of forward Dustin Jeffrey’s return to the lineup Friday night in a loss at Carolina. … See the article here

New leaders step forward for Penguins because of injuries Source: Tribune-Review
Leadership is a term with many definitions, and in the NHL it is often presumed that players wearing letters “C” or “A” on their chest are a club’s leaders. … Read the rest here

Kovalev lifts Penguins in shootout Source: Tribune-Review
Alex Kovalev’s first Penguin goal in eight years started a scoring binge, and his Round 2 shootout goal lifted his club past Toronto, 6-5. … Link

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Bang Bang. WB/S PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
The WB/S Pens found themselves down two goals late in the third period, to their most-hated rivals. Most teams would have just lay down and died … The rest is here

Analysis: Kovalev and Letestu show glimpses of chemistry late in 6-5 victory Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
DePaoli on the Pens Following Saturday night’s 6-5 shootout victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs, Pittsburgh is off until Wednesday before another meeting in Toronto against the Leafs. The team has returned to Pittsburgh for the next three days as the team gets a few days off to return home in the midst of a … Follow this link

On the Penguins: Injuries to Crosby, Malkin provide potential benefit Source: Post Gazette
A lot of people seem to think that Ray Shero made a couple of pretty fair deals during the past week. Understandably so. There’s good reason to believe that James Neal really is the young, goal-scoring power forward the Penguins have craved, and that he’ll be able to give them 30 or so every season for the better part of a decade. … View post

NHL Roundup: A look at Saturday’s games (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
Alex Kovalev feels just as good on his return to the Pittsburgh Penguins as he did when he left eight years ago. … More

Stay out of other countries’ messes Source: TimesOnline.com
With all the trouble going on in Egypt, our government wants to stick our country into a problem like Iraq, Iran, etc. … More

Respect doesn’t cost anything Source: TimesOnline.com
In regard to last Sunday’s article (“Reflections on a marriage”) concerning Linda Baker: … Go here to read the rest

An awkward time for political stooges Source: TimesOnline.com
This is an awkward time to be one of our elected corporate stooges in Washington, Harrisburg and other state capitols across the country. … See the article here

Fuel perks Source: TimesOnline.com
Alternative energy … Link

Don’t give any aid to North Koreans Source: TimesOnline.com
I see that the government of North Korea is begging for food. … Read more here

Want change? Then file to run for office Source: TimesOnline.com
Are you happy with your local roads, streets, high taxes, wasteful spending and outrageous water and sewage rates? … View post

Quick hits Source: TimesOnline.com
DIPLOMATIC DILEMMA: People in North Korea are starving, and the situation is so bad The Washington Post reports Pyongyang has taken the unusual step of seeking food contributions from countries it usu … See more here

Opportunity for jobs must not slip away Source: TimesOnline.com
The announcement by Horsehead Corp. that it intends to build a new state-of-the-art zinc plant and that it could be at the company’s Potter Township facility is great news. … Read more here

Penguins top Maple Leafs in shootout, 6-5 Source: Post Gazette
TORONTO — Maybe these two points will make a difference in mid-April. Perhaps, they’ll be what earns the Penguins home-ice advantage for a round or two in the Stanley Cup playoffs or gets them a more favorable matchup. … Read more

Penguins Notebook: Letestu returns to lineup after knee surgery Source: Post Gazette
TORONTO — Jordan Staal was back between James Neal and Alex Kovalev on the Penguins’ No. … Continued here

Kovalev paying dividends for Penguins (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – Veteran Alex Kovalev is paying dividends in his return to the Pittsburgh Penguins. … See more here

Kovalev makes happy return to Penguins (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Alex Kovalev feels just as good on his return to the Pittsburgh Penguins as he did when he left eight years ago. Kovalev scored a goal in regulation and then had the only tally in the shootout to lead the Penguins to a 6-5 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night. … Excerpt from

@pghpenguins: The snow falls in Toronto as the #Pens board the plane for Pittsburgh. – http://twitpic.com/447yk1

Notebook: Additions Add Punch Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share TORONTO, Ontario – The Penguins are a long way away from being healthy with 10 players still on the injured list. But the team is slowly getting healthier, and a few new additions to the lineup made a… … Read more here

Kovalev leads Pens to thrilling 6-5 shootout win to snap losing streak Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh 6 – Toronto 5 Through two games, 38 year old winger Alexei Kovalev appears to be a rejuvenated player in his return to Pittsburgh, where he has played the best hockey of his career. … More here

Aftermath: Penguins 6, Maple Leafs 5 (SO) Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Penguins beat Maple Leafs in shootout, 6-5 Source: Post Gazette
TORONTO — Alex Kovalev scored in the second round of a shootout to give the Penguins a 6-5 victory against Toronto at the Air Canada Center tonight. … The rest is here

Pens win 6-5 in shootout Source: The Pensblog
Not exactly sure what we just witnessed. fdfdaghhfafh … The rest is here

THIRD PERIOD: Pens/Leafs, Pens lead 3-2 Source: The Pensblog
The Leafs stormed out to a 2-1 lead. … See more here

SECOND PERIOD: Pens/Leafs, 1-1 Source: The Pensblog
Pens were down 1-0, and then Kovy buried one with under a minute to play in the first. Huge goal … More

Penguins-Leafs In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
Alex Kovalev blasts a shot past Reimer to win the game for the Penguins by a score of 6-5!!! SHOOTOUT 0:00: We’re going to a shootout! 0:33: Letestu breaks past the Leafs D after a beautiful pass from Kovalev, but his blast is tur… … More here

Penguins at Maple Leafs – 02-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME l1wZ05sD6yw -Hey, guess where we are: -No, not quite: -The Scarecrow Jordan Staal talks to Dan Potash: -The Penguins’ starters are Alex Kovalev, James Neal, Jordan Staal, Deryk Engelland, Kris Letang and Marc-Andre Fle … … The rest is here

Video: Penguins vs. Maple Leafs Shootout – 2/26 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Watch the entire shootout from the Pittsburgh Penguins and Toronto Maple Leafs form February 26, 2011. … View video

Video: Top Shelf Special Source: penguins.nhl.com
Alex Kovalev makes it look far too easy as he fires a blazing wrist shot past James Reimer in the shootout. … View video

Video: Coach Bylsma: "Flower gets the win" Source: penguins.nhl.com
After Marc-Andre Fleury’s recent great play, Dan Bylsma talks about winning one for his goalie in the wild shootout win over Toronto. … Watch video here

Video: Kovalev talks trade in victory Source: penguins.nhl.com
Alex Kovalev talks about the move to Pittsburgh, his thoughts on being sent for a conditional pick, and his star performance in the win over Toronto. … To see video click here

Video: Fleury happy with offense Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks about the 6-5 shootout win against Toronto and his relief in his team’s scoring punch. … Click here to view video

Video: Talbot happy to win for Fleury Source: penguins.nhl.com
Max Talbot talks about the wild shootout win against Toronto. … View video here

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PensHead Daily Links 02-26-2011

Saturday, February 26th, 2011

@pghpenguins: #Pens Mark Letestu at warmups. – http://twitpic.com/444l89

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AHL Gameday 59 – Norfolk Admirals Source: The Pensblog
7:05 PM Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: AHLLive.com 102.3 The Mountain Home sweet home. … Continue reading here

@pghpenguins: The locker stalls of #Pens Jordan Staal and Alex Kovalev at Air Canada Centre – http://twitpic.com/443erd

Gameday 64 – Maple Leafs Source: The Pensblog
7:00 pm Air Canada Centre TV: FSN/NHLN-US/CBC The first of two games in Toronto. The Leafs believe they can make the playoffs and beating the Pens will just reinforce that idea. That can't happen. … Read more

Letestu to return tonight – 02-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
Another day. … See the article here

Prayers For Clover Source: The Pensblog
Sad email from reader Marc W. about his pet Clover … Read the rest here

@pghpenguins: The #Pens locker room at Air Canada Centre. – http://twitpic.com/4432fq

Twenty Years Later – Kings 8, Penguins 2 – 02-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1990-91 season which led to the first Stanley Cup title in franchise history. We will look back on games on a particul … … See the article here


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Video: Game-Day: Coach Dan Bylsma (2/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma before tonight’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. … To see video click here

@pghpenguins: Air Canada Centre in Toronto. #Pens – http://twitpic.com/441rux

The Afternoon Skate: 2/26 Source: The Pensblog
RLD Hockey is an NHL blog of mine where we take a look at the hot topics around the league on a daily basis. One of our staples is the 'Morning Skate', where I rundown everything going on in the NHL, including predictions on the big games. The PensBlog has been nice enough to let me share the Morning Skate with you . You can follow us on Twitter @RLDhockey ! The Morning After: Yesterday’s scores: Rangers 6, Capitals 0 Hurricanes 4, Penguins 1 Blue Jackets 5, Coyotes 3 Sabres 4, Senators 2 Panthers 2, Thrashers 1 (SO) Lightning 2, Devils 1 Sharks 4, Flames 3 (SO) Blues 5, Oilers 0 Wild 3, Ducks 2 (OT) Predictions record: 6-3 My 3 stars of the night: 1 … Follow this link

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Sterling sent down Source: The Pensblog
The Penguins have assigned forward sniper Brett Sterling to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AHL). After a more than impressive NHL stint, tallying five points (3 goals, 2 assists) in 7 games, he was given the word today that he has been a victim of the numbers game. Sterling showed that he can play at this level, and now a run at the Calder Cup will just solidify that bet for his future next season, as a UFA … Read this article

RECAP: Whatev. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
Like we're recapping this. … Go here to read the rest

Waiver wire action picking up as Flyers claim Boyton, Caps claim Sturm Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
To no surprise, things are very active on the waiver wire today. The Penguins as expected did not make any claims but several other teams did, including rivals Philadelphia and Washington. The conference leading Philadelphia Flyers in the market for a defenseman, claimed Nick Boynton from the Chicago Blackhawks, while the Washington Capitals claimed forward … Link

About the Maple Leafs – 02-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Maple Leafs. When and where: 7 p.m., Air Canada Centre. … Read more

Empty Netter Assists – 02-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . … More here

Trade Deadline Buzz: What’s Next for the Penguins? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The trade deadline is just two days away and the Penguins have not ruled out making at least one more move, after making a splash this week with the additions of James Neal, Matt Niskanen and Alexei Kovalev. … Go here to read the rest

Reim Time: How James Reimer has the Leafs thinking playoffs (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
He's a tall goalie; a presence in the net that shrinks the options for shooters. Some nights he's… … Continued here

NHL RUMOR SATURDAY: Latest NHL Trade Deadline Buzz Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Saturday’s Trade Deadline Buzz The Trade Deadline is just two days away. … See the article here

Penguins Re-Assign Forward Brett Sterling Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned forward Brett Sterling to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Sterling has appeared in seven games for Pittsb… … More

Staggering Pens offense continues to slump Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
MORNING BUZZ — Marc Andre Fleury had a rare night off and the Penguins (36-21-6, 78pts) could never recover, losing the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 on Friday night at the RBC Center. Fleury gave up three goals on 11 shots and was pulled in the second period. Carolina attacked the Penguins offensively getting their defenseman involved … Follow this link

Penguins demote Sterling – 02-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have demoted forward Brett Sterling to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. In seven NHL games this season, Sterling, 26, has five points (three goals, two assists). In 46 AHL games this season, he has 39 points (18 goals, 21 assists) … The rest is here


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Penguins vs. Maple Leafs Game Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins Overall: 36-21-6-78 Home: 20-11-2-42 Road: 16-10-4-36 WHEN: Feb. 26, 2011 … … View post

Penguins’ defensemen look to overcome rash of injuries Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins’ new forwards have received plenty of attention, but for the first time this season, the blue line is attempting to remain cohesive amid a rash of injuries. … Follow this link

Fleury struggles in Penguins’ loss Source: Tribune-Review
Marc-Andre Fleury was yanked after stopping only eight of 11 shots and the Pens never recovered, dropping their fourth straight game. … Excerpt from

Hurricanes jump to early lead, beat Penguins, 3-1 Source: Post Gazette
RALEIGH, N.C. — This game wasn’t over when Carolina scored the first three goals … See the rest here

Sharks defeat Flames 4-3 in a shootout (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
CALGARY – San Jose's Ryane Clowe went from putting his Sharks in peril to being the game's first star. … More here

Friday’s Three Stars: Calvert, Bishop with firsts; Clowe’s heroics (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Matt Calvert, Columbus Blue Jackets In his 20th NHL game, the Blue Jackets rookie tallied a natural… … More here

Penguins Notebook: Kovalev wants second Stanley Cup title Source: Post Gazette
RALEIGH, N.C. — Alex Kovalev is a rare talent — at least, he was earlier in his career — and a unique individual … See the rest here

Cole, Jokinen lead Hurricanes over Penguins 4-1 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Erik Cole is now one of Carolina's grizzled veterans, and on Friday night he celebrated his 600th game in the league and the return of old linemate Cory Stillman with a goal and an assist in a 4-1 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Cole, who has five goals and five assists in February, and Stillman were key members of Carolina's 2006 Stanley Cup championship. … Link

Aftermath: Hurricanes 4, Penguins 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Penguins lose to Hurricanes, 4-1 Source: Post Gazette
RALEIGH, N.C. — Carolina scored the first three goals of the game en route to a 4-1 victory against the Penguins at the RBC Center tonight. … The rest is here

Hurricanes captain Staal hurt against Pens (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
RALEIGH, N.C. – Carolina Hurricanes captain Eric Staal sustained an upper-body injury during the second period of Friday night's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins and did not return. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Rangers’ Derek Stepan takes out Mike Green with headshot (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Larry Brooks of the NY Post reports tonight that the NHL will review this hit by Derek Stepan of the New York… … Follow this link

Hurricanes captain Staal hurt against Penguins (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Carolina Hurricanes captain Eric Staal sustained an upper-body injury during the second period of Friday night’s game against the Pittsburgh Penguins and did not return. … View post

THIRD PERIOD: Pens down 3-1, could get interesting Source: The Pensblog
Johnson coming in for MAF was all Bylsma could do to wake the team up. Had nothing to do with how MAF was playing. Big goal by Dupuis late. Kovalev lurking. … More here

SECOND PERIOD: Canes up 2-0 on Pens Source: The Pensblog
Has Cam Ward's name even been called yet? … Follow this link

Brooks Orpik Injured—Penguins Continue to Suffer from the Injury Bug Source: Bleacher Report
No matter how the Pittsburgh Penguins season ends this year, one will have to ask himself what kind of a season it could have been without all of the injuries. From the beginning of the season, the Penguins suffered from the injury bug as Jordan Staal missed the first 39 games due to an infection in his foot, and then a broken hand. Evgeni Malkin, who looked under 100% all year, went down with a knee injury in early February. He is now out for the season. Sidney Crosby hasn’t played since January 6 due to a concussion, and might not return until mid-March. Crosby was in the middle of a career-best season … See the article here

Penguins-Hurricanes In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
0:00: That’s game. The ‘Canes avoid a series sweep as they top the Penguins by a score of 4-1. 0:15: Pens back to full strength. … Continue reading here

Video: Post-Game: Jordan Staal (02/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal speaks with reporters following the Penguins’ 4-1 loss to Carolina at the RBC Center in Raleigh, NC. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Matt Niskanen (02/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Niskanen speaks with reporters following the Penguins’ 4-1 loss to Carolina at the RBC Center in Raleigh, NC. … Video here

Video: Postgame: Dustin Jeffrey (02/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dustin Jeffrey speaks with reporters following the Penguins’ 4-1 loss to Carolina at the RBC Center in Raleigh, NC. … Watch video here

Video: Postgame: Dan Bylsma (02/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma speaks with reporters following the Penguins’ 4-1 loss to Carolina at the RBC Center in Raleigh, NC. … Watch here

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PensHead Daily Links 01-29-2011

Saturday, January 29th, 2011

@pghpenguins: #Pens Kris Letang signing autographs on the All-Star Game red carpet (Getty Images) – http://twitpic.com/3undv4

@pghpenguins: #Pens Fleury shows off the Terrible Towel on the All-Star Game red carpet – http://twitpic.com/3umzv1

Players set for NHL skills competition (CBC.ca) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL released its list of competitors scheduled for the all-star skills competition on Saturday night (CBC, CBCSports.ca, 7 p.m.) in Raleigh, N.C. … The rest is here

AHL Gameday 48 – Binghamton Senators Source: The Pensblog
7:05 PM Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: AHL Live 102.3 The Mountain NHL Skills Competition is on. Check out Chirps from Center Ice for a full preview. LEADING SCORER TOP PROSPECT Dustin Jeffrey Eric Tangradi (17+28) 45 Pts. … The rest is here

@pghpenguins: Marc-Andre Fleury signs hockey cards before the SuperSkills red carpet #Pens – http://twitpic.com/3umpi0

NHL SuperSkills Competition Night Source: The Pensblog
7:00PM RBC Center TV: Versus/CBC/RDS SuperSkills format, scoring and rules from NHL.com Skills competition line-up from NHL.com Letang will be in the fastest skater competition and the skills challenge relay. Go Letang. Go Fleury. … See more here

Puck Daddy’s predictions for 2011 NHL SuperSkills competitions (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The competitors for the 2011 NHL SuperSkills competitions have been announced, with the order of their… … Read this article

Hartford prepares for outdoor hockey festival (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By PAT EATON-ROBB Associated Press … Read more

Video: Marc Andre Fleury on the Red Carpet Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kevin Weeks and Jeremy Roenick to have a quick dance off before the NHL Skills Competition … View video here

Penguins CEO favors NHL ban on hits to the head Source: Post Gazette
RALEIGH, N.C. — Penguins president and CEO David Morehouse today advocated a ban on all hits to the head in the NHL after concussions were one of the topics discussed during a league board of governors meeting. … Read this article

NHL Rumors Saturday: Flyers, Gonchar, Rangers, Higgins/Pens Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
NHL RUMOR SATURDAY Flyers looking to Add: The Philadelphia Flyers lead the Eastern Conference with 71 points and arguably have the most depth in the National Hockey League. Philadelphia ranks 1st in the league in goals per game at 3.46 and are tied for a league-high with 8 players scoring 10 or more … Read more here

Skill competition chat – 01-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Just a reminder that we’ll be hosting a live chat tonight for the All-Star skill competition tonight beginning around 7 p.m. Click here to join the fun . ( Photo: Peter Diana/Post-Gazette ) … Continued here

@pghpenguins: Goalie Fleury after Saturday's practice at RBC Center. More at #Pens Report http://bit.ly/eGnmmf – http://twitpic.com/3uk0wd

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 3, Capitals 2 – 01-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1990-91 season which led to the first Stanley Cup title in franchise history. … Continued here

Penguins Report: All-Star Weekend Part II Source: penguins.nhl.com
12:34 PM: By far the best moment from the All-Star fan fest so far is Steve Mears interviewing the legendary Ronald McDonald. … Read more here

Goalie Ward picked No. 1 in NHL All-Star draft (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Eric Staal of the host Carolina Hurricanes quickly picked goalie Cam Ward — his teammate — first overall for Team Staal in the NHL All-Star game. … Link

‘Canes’ Ward selected 1st overall Source: Tribune-Review
Nicklas Lidstrom’s first pick in the inaugural NHL All-Star fantasy draft was his only bad one choosing the wrong side of a flipped puck with the No. 1 selection on the line. … Continue reading here

Source: Crosby cleared for off-ice workouts Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins star center Sidney Crosby has been cleared to resume light, off-ice workouts, a source within the organization said Friday. … Follow this link

NHL taking proactive approach to concussions Source: Post Gazette
RALEIGH, N.C. — Last month, before Penguins center Sidney Crosby sustained the concussion that forced him out of the All-Star Game festivities this weekend, the NHL’s leading medical expert on that type of brain injury wondered if the league is doing enough. … Read this article

PIHL Outdoor Charity Series Concludes On a Unique Note Source: penguins.nhl.com
Despite the outdoor hockey fever that has descended over Pittsburgh during the last few years, the final game of the PIHL Outdoor Classic was unique. Because although one or both of the high school teams in each of the series’ preceding three matches had participated in the event before, Friday night marked the first outdoor hockey experience for both Upper St … Continue reading here

Players Skate for a Cure in Snowy South Park Source: penguins.nhl.com
Cheered on by a strong student section – as Peters Township is less than five miles from the South Park Rink – the Indians topped Pine Richland by a score of 6-0 on Friday. The first game of the evening’s PIHL Outdoor Charity Series doubleheader benefitted the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Breast Cancer foundation, and many players had pink tape wrapped around their sticks to mark the occasion. … View post

Penguins Notebook: Fleury, Letang to be opponents in All-Star Game Source: Post Gazette
RALEIGH, N.C. — For a couple of days, Penguins goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury and defenseman Kris Letang relaxed on a Florida beach, getting a little color on their faces and thinking ahead to the All-Star Game. Now, for a weekend anyway, they will be opponents … Visit link

Crosby gets approval for light work Source: Post Gazette
RALEIGH, N.C. — The usually quiet NHL All-Star break has produced some good news for Penguins fans. Center and captain Sidney Crosby, out since Jan. … Read more

Video: PIHL Outdoor Classic (1/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Peters Township topped Pine-Richland in the 2011 PIHL Charity Outdoor Winter Classic on Friday night at South Park Ice Rink. … View video

Video: PIHL Outdoor Game In-Depth Coverage (1/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Peters Township and Pine-Richland face off in an outdoor game at South Park benefiting several charities. … Watch video here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Welcome back Sidney Crosby (above). To working out at least . -Marc-Andre Fleury and Kris Letang won’t be hanging out too much on Sunday … More here

Hurricanes G Ward goes No. 1 in NHL All-Star draft (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By IRA PODELL AP Hockey Writer … Link

Kessel taken last in NHL All-Star draft (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By JOEDY McCREARY AP Sports Writer … View post

@pghpenguins: #Pens goalie Fleury has some fun with All-Star opponent Letang by wearing his name card – http://twitpic.com/3ucsju

Speak of the Devil. WB/S PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
It's not crazy to assume that the Albany Devils will never beat the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. Every time they match-up, the Pens out-skill and outclass them offensively, defensively, physically and goaltending wise. Highly regarded defensive prospect (32nd overall in '06) Carl Sneep played the game of his life … See the article here

Parents go extra mile for all-star experience (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
RALEIGH, N.C. … Continue reading here

Fleury selected 18th overall in All-Star fantasy draft Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Goaltender Marc Andre Fleury was selected before teammate Kris Letang in the 1st annual All-Star game fantasy league style draft. Fleury was selected by Team Lidstrom 18th overall and was the 4th goaltender selected in the draft. … Visit link

Penguins’ Fleury, Letang chosen for different All-Star teams Source: Post Gazette
RALEIGH, N.C. … Read more here

Crosby Cleared for Light Workout Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has been cleared for light workouts. According to the Penguins, it is part of his functional rehabilitation … The rest is here

All-Star roster set, Letang, Fleury split up – 01-28-11 Source: Empty Netters
The NHL’s All-Star Game rosters were selected during a draft tonight. … See more here

@pghpenguins: #Pens All-Star D-man Kris Letang on the red carpet – http://twitpic.com/3ubh74

@pghpenguins: #Pens goalie Marc-Andre Fleury answers question on the All-Star red carpet – http://twitpic.com/3ub8xn

NHL: Top 10 Player Rankings at the All-Star Break Vs Pre-Season Source: Bleacher Report
The NHL season has reached the All-Star break with plenty of surprises and headlines from around the league. There have been quite a few players who in the beginning of the season were not thought of to be top NHL players. Throughout the first half of the season theyhave proved everyone wrong and shown they can play with the best and be the best as well. … Continue reading here

Video: Pre-Draft: Kris Letang (1/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang speaks with the media before the fantasy draft. … Click here to view video

Video: Pre-Draft: Marc-Andre Fleury (1/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury before the All-Star Game fantasy draft. … Watch here

Video: Post-Draft: Marc-Andre Fleury (1/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury following the All-Star Game fantasy draft. … See this video

Video: Post-Draft: Kris Letang (1/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang following the All-Star Game fantasy draft. … View video

Video: All-Star Game Day 1 Wrap (1/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears covers the All-Star Game fantasy draft. Speaking with several players from across the league. … See this video

Video: Ronald McDonald Visits PensTv Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears chats with Ronald McDonald to find out if he is a Penguins fan at the All-Star Game. … Video here

Video: ASG; Pre-Skills: Marc-Andre Fleury Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to reporters following an optional skate at the RBC Center in Raleigh, NC. … Watch video here

Video: Marc-Andre Fleury Interview Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh netminder goes one-on-one with Heidi Androl following the All-Star draft. … See video here

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PensHead Daily Links 01-28-2011

Friday, January 28th, 2011

NHL All-Star Game Draft Night Source: The Pensblog
8:00PM Raleigh, NC TV: Versus/TSN Photo by: @MikeColligan Why's it called a “Fantasy Draft” when it's actually happening and a game will be played? Go Letang. Go Fleury … Excerpt from

Crosby cleared for light workouts Source: Post Gazette
RALEIGH, N.C. — The normally quiet NHL All-Star break has produced some good news for Penguins fans. Center and captain Sidney Crosby, who has been out since Jan … Read more

Staal takes starring role at all-star game (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
RALEIGH, – Eric Staal has seldom had a chance to bask in the NHL's spotlight quite like this. … See more here

@pghpenguins: The #Pens staff travels in style at the All-Star Game in Raleigh, NC. – http://twitpic.com/3ua4v1

Top five Edmonton Oilers of all time (Associated Content) Source: Yahoo Sports
Though they are currently in “rebuilding” mode and last season they finished dead last out of 30 NHL teams, the Edmonton Oilers have plenty of reason for optimism. With a core of young players that includes 2010 first overall draft pick Taylor Hall, Canadian junior phenom Jordan Eberle, and slick Swedish forward Magnus Paajarvi, the Oilers possess an embarrassment of youthful riches. Once these players mature, the Oilers – much like the Chicago Blackhawks and Pittsburgh Penguins before them – will once again find themselves as legitimate Stanley… … Follow this link

Crosby Begins Workouts & Rehab Source: The Pensblog
From the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette : Center and captain Sidney Crosby, who has been out since Jan. 5 because of a concussion, has begun to work out and do rehabilitation. Crosby was held out of any physical activity while he had concussion symptoms, which included headaches. … See the article here

Morehouse Named ‘CEO Communicator of the Year’ by Pittsburgh Chapter of PRSA Source: penguins.nhl.com
David Morehouse of the Pittsburgh Penguins has been named “CEO Communicator of the Year” by the Pittsburgh chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). Morehouse received the award Thursday night during the PRSA’s R… … See more here

The Pensblog Mock All-Star Draft: Team Derek vs. Team Rick Source: The Pensblog
It's the Pensblog Mock All-Star Draft! Team Rick versus Team Derek with absolutely nothing on the line! Derek was given the choice of teams and he selected to be Team Lidstrom. Rick was given the first overall pick. … Read more

AHL Gameday 47 – Albany Devils Source: The Pensblog
7:00 PM Times Union Center NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: AHL Live 102.3 The Mountain Not only are the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins 7-3 in their previous ten games, they have yet to drop one to their opponents tonight. … See more here

Crosby on BusinessWeek’s "Power 100" Source: The Pensblog
BusinessWeek does something where they rate athletes for stuff. Crosby is number 31. No clue what this means. … Visit link

Baby Penguins Banter: 2011 AHL All-Star Game Preview Source: Bleacher Report
The annual AHL All-Star Game will take place from Jan. 30-31 at the Giant Center in Hershey, Pa., home of the Hershey Bears … Excerpt from

Weekend chats – 01-28-11 Source: Empty Netters
We’ll be firing up the Post-Gazette’s old chat machine twice this weekend for the NHL’s all-star fesitivites. We’ll start Saturday at 7 p.m. for the skill competion. … Visit link

Jersey Fouls: Flame outs, Blue notes and R-rated sweaters (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Jersey Fouls is our ongoing exploration of the rules and etiquette for proper hockey jersey creation and… … See the article here

Some Great All-Star YouTubes Source: The Pensblog
Boom 1986 Wales Conference intros in Hartford. Ron Francis city. … Continued here

Penguins Report: All-Star Weekend Part I Source: penguins.nhl.com
7:00 AM: Good morning! I had an early wake up call today at 6 a.m. … Read the rest here

Penguins employee has ties to both Steelers and Packers Source: Tribune-Review
Maybe the first thing to know about Sam Kasan is his Super Bowl prediction: Steelers 27, Packers 24 and he admitted that is “more of a hope.” … Read this article

PS3 EASHL Team Wins Championship Source: The Pensblog
Congrats to the PS3 EASHL Pensblog teams. The won the January Championship. This is the second monthly championship they have won. … Follow this link

Penguins’ Fleury savors all-star spot Source: Post Gazette
Not everyone gets excited about playing in an NHL All-Star Game. Sure, it is an honor, but some guys would prefer to have a few days off so they could rest for what remains of the season, ideally, on a beach where the only ice would be found in tall glasses. … Excerpt from

Penguins join comic superhero world Source: Post Gazette
The National Hockey League has come a long way since Peter Puck, a child-friendly animated character that explained rules during game telecasts in the 1970s. … Link

NHL shakes up All-Star game with unique draft Source: Post Gazette
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Empty Netter Assists – 01-28-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Don’t tell Marc-Andre Fleury (above) that the All-Star Game is meaningless . -Aarron Asham is good people : cPzSAnSF8Ks -” … Read more here

Moulson off the market makes chances even slimmer that Pens add a top-6 winger Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The New York Islanders signed Matt Moulson to a 3 year – $9.4 million extension today, taking off who I’m told was the Penguins prime target for the upcoming trade deadline. Sources say internal discussions inside the organization had centered around the team making a potential play for Moulson, if the Islanders were to … Follow this link

LINK CITY: Help Other Penguins Fans Out Edition Source: The Pensblog
Links that want to lend a a helping hand. Every so often we get emails or tweets asking us to help out with various things. … More here

Fleury and Letang Eager for All-Star Game Source: penguins.nhl.com
Although Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin can’t attend the NHL All-Star Game festivities in Raleigh this weekend, the Penguins still have two worthy representatives in Marc-Andre Fleury and Kris Letang. … See more here

Capitals extend Semin’s contract 1 year (CBC.ca) Source: Yahoo Sports
Washington Capitals general manager George McPhee on Thursday announced the team had agreed to a one-year contract extension with right-winger Alexander Semin. … Visit link

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PensHead Daily Links 01-23-2011

Sunday, January 23rd, 2011

Kovalchuk leads Devils past the Panthers (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEWARK, N.J. … Read this article

Allison V. has added a photo to the pool: I took the at the begining of the game and I was going to use it as my 365 until I saw Fleury in the Steelers helmut with a terrible towel.

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NHL Capsules (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Dustin Jeffrey, Mark Letestu and Pascal Dupuis scored and the Pittsburgh Penguins held off the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Saturday night for their first win without injured stars Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. … Continue reading here

LINK CITY: Crosby/Malkin Out For ASG, Go Steelers Source: The Pensblog
Links that are pretty sure Tim Horton's coffee is laced with coke. Sidney Crosby is out of the allstar game. … Read this article

Empty Netter Assists – 01-23-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Marc-Andre Fleury. Black and Yellow (and blue). P58PKaCfxlo -Dave Molinari’s recap of last night’s game … Go here to read the rest

Sources: Crosby for sure, Malkin likely out of NHL All-Star Game Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL All-Star Game next Sunday at Carolina is a near certainty to be played without the Penguins’ two highest profile players. … Read this article

RECAP: Here We Go. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
The good news: The Penguins won a game without Crosby and Malkin. The bad news: They almost melted down. Again. … Go here to read the rest

AHL Gameday 45 – Charlotte Checkers [LIVE STREAM] Source: The Pensblog
3:05 PM Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: Free live stream at bottom of post AHL Live 102.3 The Mountain The Pens are coming off of a huge, spirited game against Albany where they put up a 6-spot in front of a sell-out crowd. Today, the ticketing department are expecting another close to full or near sell-out again. … See the article here

Crosby out for ASG, with Malkin very likely to miss. Source: Chipped Ice
A story will post soon on the www.triblive.com site, but multiple sources confirmed early this morning that C SIDNEY CROSBY(concussion)will definately miss theNHL All-Star Game next Sunday at Carolina. Also, C EVGENI MALKIN is very unlikely to play. Crosby has missed eight straight games with a concussion. … Read more here


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Banner Contest: No Dice Source: The Pensblog
Huge mistake on Adam's part. We were in the middle of optimizing the site and realized that the huge site banner wasn't helping things, but Adam jumped the gun and promoted this banner contest. This was a perfect storm of mistakes. But, coming soon, in the most awkward posts of all time, we will still be doing a tournament of the banners we've received up to this point and we're still giving away the $20 Sheetz gift card. … More

Penguins Team Report (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Goalie Marc-Andre Fleury is playing arguably the best hockey of his NHL career. He has allowed more than three goals just once dating to Nov … The rest is here

Penguins Cup Chronicles: Randy Gilhen Source: Tribune-Review
Randy Gilhen proved to be an unlikely source for a crucial goal in Game 2 of the Patrick Division final. … More

Season of streaks for Baby Pens winger Tangradi Source: Tribune-Review
The 6-foot-4, 225-pound Eric Tangradi had two goals in his first 12 AHL games this season, then piled up 13 in 17 games from Thanksgiving-Jan. 4. … More

Rossi: Catching up with ‘Moose’ that saved Pittsburgh Source: Tribune-Review
Ten years later seemed like the perfect time to ask former Penguins goalie Johan Hedberg what he remembered from those few springtime months in 2001 when he went from little-known trade acquisition to the best playoff performer on a surprise Eastern Conference finalist. … Visit link

Barrasso still silent but more visible Source: Tribune-Review
Former Penguins goalie Tom Barrasso didn’t speak with Pittsburgh reporters before Saturday’s game at Consol Energy Center. … View post

Penguins hold off Hurricanes’ third-period rally Source: Tribune-Review
A power-play goal by Mark Letestu and a shorthanded marker by Pascal Dupuis helped propel the Pens’ 3-2 victory over Carolina. … Visit link

Saturday’s Three Stars: Ovechkin’s trick, Koivu’s homecoming (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Alex Ovechkin, Washington Capitals Ovechkin's first hat trick of the season and 10th of his… … Go here to read the rest

NHL Roundup: A look at Saturday’s games (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
Saku Koivu was almost the goat in his emotional return to the Bell Centre, but Bobby Ryan and Jonas Hiller ensured the former Canadiens captain left Montreal happy. … Go here to read the rest

On the Penguins: Rule 48 doesn’t go far enough Source: Post Gazette
For the past three weeks, vast tracts of cyberspace have been consumed by discussions of the blow Washington’s David Steckel delivered to Sidney Crosby’s head in the Winter Classic at Heinz Field Jan. 1. There’s universal agreement that Steckel did, in fact, hit Crosby in the head. … Read more

Penguins Notebook: Bylsma likes the Steelers in a close game Source: Post Gazette
Many of the Penguins have become Steelers fans, and that includes coach Dan Bylsma. He had a prediction for today’s AFC championship game, when the New York Jets visit Heinz Field: The Steelers, in a game that goes to the wire. … See the article here

NHL Capsules (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Dustin Jeffrey, Mark Letestu and Pascal Dupuis scored and the Pittsburgh Penguins held off the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Saturday night for their first win without injured stars Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. Playing a second straight game with their dynamic scoring duo, the Penguins limited Carolina's chances until Sergei Samsonov and Eric Staal scored over the final 4:25 to make things… … Continued here

Saturday’s National Hockey League Capsules (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Dustin Jeffrey, Mark Letestu and Pascal Dupuis scored and the Pittsburgh Penguins held off the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Saturday night for their first win without injured stars Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. … Continued here

Penguins hold on to beat Hurricanes 3-2 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Dustin Jeffrey, Mark Letestu and Pascal Dupuis scored and the Pittsburgh Penguins held off the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Saturday night for their first win without injured stars Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. Playing a second straight game with their dynamic scoring duo missing, the Penguins limited Carolina's chances until Sergei Samsonov and Eric Staal scored over the final 4:25 to make… … Continue reading here

Pittsburgh 3 – Carolina 2: Post-Game Notes Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Game Thoughts — For a team struggling to score goals with Sidney Crosby out of the lineup who will not play before the all star break, Pittsburgh’s receipe against the Hurricanes was built off of strong defensive play and winning the special teams battle. … More

Penguins hold off Hurricanes, 3-2 Source: Post Gazette
Dustin Jeffrey understands how these things work. That roster limits and salary caps and other factors far beyond his control all but guarantee his stay in the NHL won’t last much longer. But Jeffrey also knows that every shift he gets in the NHL is a chance to sell himself to management, to convince his bosses that he is worthy of a significant place in the franchise’s future. … Read the rest here

Allison V. has added a photo to the pool: I got to go to tonight Penguins game with the Carolina Hurricanes. The Pens won and Fleury was named player of the game.

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Winning ugly over Carolina Source: Chipped Ice
Greetings, hockey fans. = If you had tickets to this evening’s game between the Penguins and Hurricanes, you didn’t see the most entertaining game of the season … Continue reading here

Secondary Scoring Sparks Pens Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins know that with superstars Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin sidelined for an undetermined amount of time, they have to get contributions from players who have been thrust into more expanded roles. Actions speak louder than words, and the Penguins embodied that on Saturday with their gritty 3-2 defeat of Carolina at CONSOL Energy Center … Read more

Jeffrey’s Goal Lifts Penguins Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dustin Jeffrey is stepping up in more ways than one. Not only is the Penguins center filling in for injured players, like he had in five previous games this season, but he’s also filling in for defensemen when necessary. On Saturday night, it resulted in the Penguins’ opening goal in a 3-2 win over Carolina at CONSOL Energy Center … Follow this link

Aftermath: Penguins 3, Hurricanes 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Sam Kasan ; ; ; … View post

Sterling Welcomes Sell-Out Crowd. WB/S PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins didn't disappoint their biggest home crowd of the season, of 8,192 strong. The Ticket, Brett Sterling broke out and just played his best game as a member of the Penguins organization. After Brad Thiessen went off of the ice with an apparent injury, John Curry would come in off of the bench. … Read the rest here

Penguins hold on for 3-2 win against Carolina Hurricanes Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins played for the second game in a row without injured all-star forwards Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin and had been shut out Thursday at New Jersey. … Read this article

@pghpenguins: Fleury skates to the ice as #1 Star wearing a Steelers helmet & waving a Terrible Towel! – http://twitpic.com/3sjg1q

Pens survive, win 3-2 Source: The Pensblog
whew. balls. … Continued here

@pghpenguins: Staal vs. Staal as #Pens and Hurricanes battle at CONSOL Energy Center – http://twitpic.com/3sif6l

Penguins-Hurricanes In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
0:00: That’s game. Despite two late goals from the ‘Canes, the Pens hold off Carolina’s rally to get a 3-2 lead … Read the rest here


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Gameday 49 – Hurricanes Source: The Pensblog
7:00 pm CONSOL Energy Center TV: Fox Sports Pittsburgh (click that to add to the list) Atdhe.net Sportzkrieg J ustin.tv Veetle Myp2p Yahoo sports Know your enemy : Canes Country What they are saying about the Hurricanes : Carolina is 0-1-1 in the two previous meetings against Pittsburgh this season. The team lost 3-0 at home on October 30, and lost in a shootout, 5-4 in Pittsburgh on November 19 … More here

Hurricanes at Penguins – 01-22-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME l1wZ05sD6yw Greetings from an icy Pittsburgh. It’s in the teens and there’s a lot of this stuff around: -Lots of Steelers spirit around too. The dinosaur in front of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh is sporting a Troy Polamalu jersey, hairdo and he’s chomping on a Jets logo: -Consol Energy Center: … More

AHL Gameday 44 – Albany Devils Source: The Pensblog
7:05 PM Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: AHL Live 102.3 The Mountain Tonight's home game is sold out. … Read more

SI.com: Letang is most improved player in NHL Source: The Pensblog
“Blue Line Special — The most improved player in the league is Kris Letang, who has filled two big voids for the Penguins.” Click here for the article. Thanks to @pens5871 for the link. … More

Flyers playoff hero Leighton back in minors (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PHILADELPHIA – Michael Leighton wore an orange-and-black uniform, crouched in goal under the Philadelphia Flyers' 2009-10 Eastern Conference championship banner and heard 18,000 fans cheering for him in the NHL arena. … Continue reading here

Jordan White’s whirlwind stint as an emergency backup in the NHL (The Vancouver Sun) Source: Yahoo Sports
Jordan White will read this today and still he won't believe it. … Read this article

Boudreau: The Capitals Kid Steckel About The Crosby Hit Source: The Pensblog
Thanks to @hockeyfan200 on Twitter for bringing this to our attention. From the Toronto Star : “Have you ever looked at David Steckel’s penalty minutes, or how many hits he has in a year? … Follow this link

@pghpenguins: Jordan Staal works the net-front presence on the #Pens PP at the morning skate – http://twitpic.com/3sedte

Another Site To Waste Your Time On Source: The Pensblog
If you could bet on things like websites that are going to get huge, we would bet on this site. Xtranormal is completely addicting … More

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 5, Devils 3 – 01-22-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1990-91 season which led to the first Stanley Cup title in franchise history. … See the rest here

Game 49: Pens – Canes Morning Skate Updates: No changes on lines Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Hurricanes (23-18-6-52pts) @ Penguins (29-15-4-62pts) The Pittsburgh Penguins host the Carolina Hurricanes tonight at the Consol Energy Center in game 49 of the season. Pittsburgh has two games remaining before the all star break … Link

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Carolina Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens’ lines, no Malkin, no Crosby (10:35 AM). … Follow this link

About the Hurricanes – 01-22-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Hurricanes. When and where: 7 p.m., Consol Energy Center … See more here

Mike Komisarek may have smacked a bitch up Source: The Pensblog
TMZ is in your mouth with this story that even TSN hasn't reported yet. They are saying Mike Komisarek punched a female that got out of line … Continued here

Leighton. WB/S PENS LOSE. [VIDEO] Source: The Pensblog
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins are still the best team in the AHL statistically, and second best in all of North American pro hockey. (The Philadelphia Flyers are first). Although, they haven't had much luck in the big barns this season. … See the rest here

Second Game of Friday’s PIHL Outdoor Classic Doubleheader a Thrill Despite the Chill Source: penguins.nhl.com
It was bone-chilling cold on Friday, as temperatures dipped further into single digits as the night wore on. … See more here

"Ziggy’s" Legacy Lives On Through Outdoor Charity Game Source: penguins.nhl.com
When Dave “Ziggy” Zeigler was diagnosed with brain cancer last summer, the Westmont Hilltop hockey team knew they had to help. … Read more

Penguins Notebook: Malkin also battles sinus infection Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins aren’t expected to get any injured players back in time for their home game tonight against Carolina, but there have been some developments. All-Star forward Evgeni Malkin missed the 2-0 loss Thursday at New Jersey because of recurring soreness in his left knee, but that is not the only reason he wasn’t at practice Friday at Consol Energy Center. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins’ Talbot misses Crosby, Malkin, struggles to score Source: Post Gazette
Penguins forwards Max Talbot and Sidney Crosby celebrated a decade of friendship last summer, stretching to when they were teenagers. … See more here

Video: Game-Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (1/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Pascal Dupuis (1/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes. … To see video click here

Video: Game-Day: Mark Letestu (1/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mark Letestu talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes. … View video here

Video: Game-Day : Matt Cooke (1/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes. … Watch video here

Video: Post-Game: Dan Bylsma (1/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following tonight’s win against the Carolina Hurricanes. … See video here

Video: Post-Game: Jordan Staal (1/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to reporters following tonight’s win against the Carolina Hurricanes. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Dustin Jeffrey (1/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dustin Jeffrey talks to reporters following tonight’s win against the Carolina Hurricanes. … See video here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-22-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dan Bylsma speaks: 93832 -Dustin Jeffrey speaks: 93830 -John Curry made 12 saves for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins in a 4-2 loss to the Adirondack Phantoms . -This game was played in front of 18,056 souls at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia . … Go here to read the rest

At this point, Kennedy not a priority for Pens on the extension front Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Is Penguins GM Ray Shero done on the extension front until after the trade deadline? Shero has locked up defenseman Deryk Engelland and forward Mark Letestu to extensions this month but the Penguins have yet to have “any” discussions with the agent for one of their key role players who could get too expensive … Continued here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Game Against The Devils Showed Life Without Sid Or Geno Source: Bleacher Report
For the first time since Mario Lemieux graced the ice as an NHL player, the Penguins were missing both their star players on January 20 th against the devils, giving a glimpse into what life had been like if Geno and Sid had never slipped on a black and gold jersey. The game against the Devils looked to be as perfect a time possible for both stars to be injured. … Continue reading here

Penguins vs. Hurricanes Game Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Michelle Crechiolo … The rest is here

Benz: Assessing how Tomlin and his players view Jets QB Mark Sanchez Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
By Tim Benz Mike Tomlin is renowned for his ability to say nothing while saying something. … See the rest here

Video: Penguins vs Hurricanes (1/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins vs Hurricanes feature shown in game on January 22, 2011 … Video here

Video: Staal vs. Staal Source: penguins.nhl.com
Eric’s hit on Jordan doesn’t go exactly as planned, with the Carolina captain bouncing off his brother. … See this video

Video: Fleury Reads Redirection Source: penguins.nhl.com
A tricky deflection off the stick of Brandon Sutter doesn’t fool Marc-Andr