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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

PensHead Daily Links 01-17-2012

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012

@pghpenguins: Geno warms up…part 2 – http://twitpic.com/88k3p7

@pghpenguins: Just a pretty great view of @jneal_18 and Paul Martin in warmups… – http://twitpic.com/88k0fd

@pghpenguins: Being a top scorer requires just the right amount of warming up… #Pens – http://twitpic.com/88jyk4

Hurricanes at Penguins – 01-17-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM Greetings from a mild mid-January day in Pittsburgh. This is more of a cruddy day in May than a decent day in January. It’s rainy, cloudy, windy but warm … Go here to read the rest

Gameday 45 – Hurricanes Source: The Pensblog
Carolina Hurricanes (16-24-7) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (23-17-4) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, FS-CR Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA The Pittsburgh Penguins run against the Southeast Division continues. … Go here to read the rest

Puck Headlines: Patrick Kane defends Ryan Miller; Leafs trade frenzy; more Dustin Penner whimsy (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. Mike Richards didn’t. /rimshot [Getty] Kris Letang finally returns to Continue reading … Visit link

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (1/17/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This installment of Nemacolin Big 5 features 5 questions with #71 Evgeni Malkin. … To see video click here

Video: Tonight’s Matchup 1/17/12 vs. Hurricanes Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins host the Carolina Hurricanes in tonight’s match up (1/17/12). … View video here

Penguins’ Letang hopes to return soon Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins defenseman Kris Letang might rejoin the lineup later this week, he said Tuesday after skating with teammates for the first time since his November concussion. … See more here

Boylen: Feaster wants Flames to win now (TheHockeyNews.com) Source: Yahoo Sports
Amid Cowtown calls to begin the rebuild, Jay Feaster is doing the right thing by pushing to make the playoffs. … Continue reading here

Boylen: Nothing wrong with Feaster wanting Flames to make the playoffs (TheHockeyNews.com) Source: Yahoo Sports
Amid Cowtown calls to begin the rebuild, Jay Feaster is doing the right thing by pushing to make the playoffs. … Continue reading here

Penguins’ Kris Letang returns to practice (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. … The rest is here

Penguins D Kris Letang returns to practice (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang returned to practice on Tuesday for the first time since suffering a concussion in late November. Letang has been cleared to play by team doctors and is optimistic he can suit up sometime before the NHL All-Star game on Jan. … Read more

Canes @ Pens Morning Skate Buzz; Letang timetable; Vitale back in lineup; Skinner to stay at center for Canes Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Carolina Hurricanes (16-24-7, 39pts) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (23-17-4, 50pts) MORNING SKATE REPORT The buzz of today’s morning skate clearly centered around defenseman Kris Letang who participated in his first skate with the team since appearing in the Penguins morning skate at Madison Square Garden on Nov 29th. Letang last played on Nov 26th vs Montreal … Read more here

Letang Returns to Practice Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins defenseman Kris Letang returned to practice with his teammates on Tuesday for the first time in nearly two months. … See the rest here

About the Hurricanes – 01-17-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Hurricanes. When and where: 7 p.m., EST … Read the rest here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/17/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes. … Watch video here

Video: Game Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (1/17/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury speaks to the media before tonight’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes. … View video here

Video: Game Day: Kris Letang (1/17/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang speaks with the media before tonight’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes. … To see video click here

Video: Game Day: James Neal (1/17/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal speaks with the media before tonight’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes. … View video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (1/17/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma speaks to the media before tonight’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes. … To see video click here

Did the HBO 24/7 ‘Universe’ ruin Ilya Bryzgalov, Flyers’ confidence in him? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
By now, it’s apparent that the Philadelphia Flyers have more faith in Sergei Bobrovsky than Ilya Bryzgalov. This isn’t some feeling or notion to that effect; this is Kimmo Timonen telling CSN Philly on Monday: “He plays with confidence, you Continue reading … More here

STATS: Neal and Malkin have unrealistic chemistry Source: The Pensblog
Via DobberHockey's awesome stat system, here is a breakdown of all 40 of James Neal's points: If you break those stats down, Evgeni Malkin has been in on 85% of James Neal's points this season. … Read this article

Fan Guide vs. Carolina Hurricanes Source: penguins.nhl.com
7:00 PM Ticketmaster | Ticket Exchange | Student Rush Don’t have a ticket yet? It’s not too late. … More

Tuesdays with Stoosh 01.17.2012 Source: The Pensblog
In which that really may be a light at the end of this ridiculous, injury-ridden tunnel… *Opens door slowly.* *Peers around door slowly.* All clear? Are we sure? … Continue reading here

Wild to be without Koivu for at least a few weeks Source: Tribune-Review
Coach Mike Yeo said Mikko Koivu has an upper-body injury, declining to specify, but Koivu appeared to take a blow to his left shoulder this past weekend. … See the rest here

Defenseman Letang close to returning with Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
Kris Letang, who has not played since absorbing a hit from Montreal’s Max Pacioretty on Nov. 26, could be back within the next week. … See the article here

Penguins captain Crosby will meet with chiropracter again Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby is in Florida to visit Ted Carrick, the chiropractor who he believes was influential in his return in 2011. … The rest is here

Pass or Fail: Is Forest Face the creepiest thing the NHL has ever tried to sell us? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Shop NHL has featured its share of oddities for the hockey buying public. … Link

Empty Netter Assists – 01-17-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Welcome back Kris Letang (above) … to practice . (PG+) -Welcome back Sidney Crosby… … Continued here

Penguins’ top unit has nearly half of team’s goals Source: Post Gazette
Center Evgeni Malkin and winger James Neal were scoring machines Sunday in a 6-3 victory against the Lightning in Tampa, Fla., but Penguins coach Dan Bylsma made a point of touching on diversity. … Read this article

Sidney Crosby visits concussion specialist in Atlanta Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center and captain Sidney Crosby left the team to see concussion specialist Ted Carrick in Atlanta. Top defenseman Kris Letang was medically cleared to play after a concussion and will return to the lineup soon. From general manager Ray Shero’s perspective, those are equally welcome developments … Visit link

The Pensblog Podcast – January 16, 2012 Source: The Pensblog
Your browser does not support the audio element. Podcast Powered By Podbean If you're looking to waste an hour of your life, there's this podcast. … Read more here

What To Watch For: Pens vs. ‘Canes Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (22-17-4) vs. HURRICANES (16-24-7) WHEN: Jan. … See the article here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Few Changes Needed for Successful Second Half Source: Bleacher Report
The Penguins recently endured a six-game losing streak that had pundits questioning their playoff hopes, fans questioning the players, and players ( perhaps? ) questioning the heart and status of their captain. Dark days, indeed … Read this article

Sidney Crosby Heading to Chiropractic Neurologist to Address Injuries Source: Bleacher Report
In an effort to come to terms with the recurring concussion-like symptoms that have plagued Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby , he is scheduled to meet with a chiropractic neurologist this week. Crosby has not played a game since December 5th, when he began experiencing similar symptoms to those that sidelined him for more than 10 months last year. The team has announced that Crosby will meet with specialist Dr. … See the rest here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Making Hockey’s Off-Ice Big Time? Source: Bleacher Report
When it comes to the National Hockey League, there is no franchise more storied, more accomplished, or more passionately followed than the Montreal Canadiens . The history, success and exposure the team enjoys brings both good and bad attention. For every one of their twenty-four Stanley Cup banners hanging in the rafters, there are multitudes of stories, conspiracy theories and flat-out ridiculous rumors that float around Le Bleu, Blanc et Rouge, particularly when the team is facing challenging circumstances (as evidenced by the wild controversy surrounding their choice of a non-French speaking interim coach or Mike Cammalleri’s comments and subsequent trade) … Read this article

PensHead Daily Links 01-16-2012

Monday, January 16th, 2012

NHL roundup: Wild will be without top scorer for a month (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Winners of just two of their last 15 contests to slide down the Western Conference standings, the Minnesota Wild will also play a month or longer without their captain and leading scorer Mikko Koivu. Koivu suffered a left shoulder injury in Saturday’s shootout loss at St. … Read the rest here

Penguins GM on temporary captain with Sidney Crosby out: ‘I’m saying that would never happen’ (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Mark Madden’s fun. The Pittsburgh WXDX radio personality/hockey columnist interviewed Pittsburgh Penguins GM Ray Shero on Monday and gleaned some interesting information: Like the fact that Shero expects injured defenseman Kris Letang to return to full practice on Tuesday … See more here

Pens’ Crosby to see concussion specialist (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby will meet with Dr. Ted Carrick this week, the Pittsburgh Penguins reported on Monday. Carrick also treated Crosby in August and the player reported he had trouble in the areas of motion and balance after practicing Friday. … Read this article

Letang set to return to Penguins Source: Post Gazette
Penguins general manager Ray Shero said today that defenseman Kris Letang not only will join the team Tuesday for a game-day skate but also is medically cleared for contact and games after recovering from a concussion. … See the rest here

Crosby returns to neurological chiropractor (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby’s recovery is back in the hands of Canadian-born chiropractor Ted Carrick. … See the article here

Puck Headlines: Sidney Crosby back to chiropractic neurologist; KHL All-Stars revealed; life without Koivu (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. Thanks to Graham Vanderwoerd and the few dozen readers that sent Continue reading … Follow this link

Kris Letang returns to practice tomorrow. Source: The Pensblog
Some good news via Bob Pompeani : … Continued here

Campbell: Yzerman must fix Lightning’s goaltending woes (TheHockeyNews.com) Source: Yahoo Sports
Steve Yzerman made a mistake in signing Dwayne Roloson in the off-season, but is making a bigger one in sticking with him now. … Read this article

Video: Scouting Report: Carolina (1/16/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will finish up their regular season series against Carolina tomorrow night. Check out what’s in store. … Video here

Crosby leaves team to see concussion specialist Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center and captain Sidney Crosby, who said Friday that he is still experiencing some trouble with motion and balance, has left the team to be seen by Ted Carrick, a concussion specialist in chiropractice neurology. … More

Crosby to visit chiropractor Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins announced this afternoon that he will visit Ted Carrick this week, and Crosby mentioned last Friday that such a visit was possible. … Read this article

Crosby to visit Dr. Carrick for motion issues Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby did not return to Pittsburgh with the team, following their trip to Florida this week, the team announced this afternoon on their website. Crosby according to the team, stayed back in Florida so he can meet with Dr Ted Carrick this week. Carrick has offices in Florida and Georgia … Link

Anderson, Stalberg and Malkin earn honours (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Ottawa Senators goalie Craig Anderson and forwards Viktor Stalberg of the Chicago Blackhawks and Evgeni Malkin of the Pittsburgh Penguins were named the NHL’s three stars of the week Monday. … View post

Why Ovechkin, why? Source: The Pensblog
Via everyone on the Internet, A.O. … See more here

Crosby Visits Dr. Carrick Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby will meet this week with Dr. Ted Carrick, a specialist in chiropractic neurology who treated him in August. Crosby, who has not played since Dec … Excerpt from

Evgeni Malkin Named NHL ‘Third Star’ of the Week Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin was named NHL ‘Third Star’ for the week ending Jan. … Follow this link

Pens’ Malkin named No. 3 NHL star for last week Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Evgeni Malkin has been named the NHL’s No. 3 star for the week that ended Sunday. … More

The C Revolution Source: penguins.nhl.com
“Many a revolution started with the actions of a few. Only 56 men signed the Declaration Independence. A few hanging together can lead a nation to change … Follow this link

Campbell: Yzerman to blame for Tampa’s decline (TheHockeyNews.com) Source: Yahoo Sports
Steve Yzerman made a mistake in signing Roloson in the off-season, but is making a bigger one in sticking with him now … Continued here

Campbell: Yzerman largely to blame for Lightning’s woes (TheHockeyNews.com) Source: Yahoo Sports
Steve Yzerman made a mistake in signing Dwayne Roloson in the off-season, but is making a bigger one in sticking with him now. … Visit link

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 3, Red Wings 3 – 01-16-11 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 sec … … See the article here

Video: Pens Insider: Charity Auction (1/16/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
PensTV takes a look at the what’s inside the Penguins Auction Prize Bags that will be available in the Penguins Charity Auction this week. … View video

NHL: You can sucker punch people and get away with it. Source: The Pensblog
EmptyNetters nails it: If Malkin had been injured on the punch, the league might take action. That's its mindset, a crime can't be committed unless there's a victim who is suffering. In 2009, Flyers forward Daniel Carcillo knocked Capitals forward Matt Bradley to the ice with a sucker punch: The punch landed Carcillo a four-game suspesion … Go here to read the rest

What We Learned: Why the West should start being very afraid of the Los Angeles Kings (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Hello, this is a feature that will run through the entire season and aims to recap the weekend’s events and boils those events down to one admittedly superficial fact or stupid opinion about each team. Feel free to complain about Continue reading … Read more

TSN: No discipline for Lecavalier – 01-16-12 Source: Empty Netters
According to TSN’s Bob McKenzie , the NHL will not discipline Lightning captain Vincent Lecavalier in regards to his actions against Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin. … Read this article

RECAP: F You and F Lecavalier too. PENS WIN Source: The Pensblog
When the chips are down, great players rise to the occasion. Evgeni Malkin reminded a lot of people of how great he is. Malkin went off for a natural hat trick after the Penguins blew a 3-0 lead in the third period. A recap of Malkin's performance: For the first and second period, the Penguins carried the play. James Neal scored his 5, 000th goal of the season on a bad-angle shot, and Richard Park sniped former Penguins backup Mathieu Garon to make it 2-0 … View post

Kovacevic: Why Penguins will make playoffs Source: Tribune-Review
Eight reasons why the Penguins absolutely, sure-as-an-Evgeni-Malkin-backhander will be one of the eight teams that qualify in the East. … View post

Empty Netter Assists – 01-16-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Shelly Anderson’s recap from yesterday’s game . “Definitely a lot of positives that came from this trip. … Read this article

Malkin, Lecavalier mix it up in Penguins’ victory Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Evgeni Malkin simply shrugged his shoulders when asked why he was attacked by Lightning captain Vincent Lecavalier. … Follow this link

Malkin’s mastery with Penguins short-circuits Lightning Source: Tribune-Review
With the Penguins reeling after blowing a three-goal lead vs. the Lightning, Evgeni Malkin responded with a natural hat trick. … Read more

Sunday’s Three Stars: Evgeni Malkin’s 5-spot vs. Tampa Bay; Rene Bourque head shot? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Evgeni Malkin, Pittsburgh Penguins For all the reasons we listed earlier, Malkin’s 5-point game including a natural hat trick in the Penguins’ 6-3 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning was the performance of the day. Continue reading … See the article here

Pittsburgh Penguins’ Sidney Crosby Resumes Skating: Fan Take (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins’ Sidney Crosby finally hit the ice on Friday for his first skate since the concussion symptoms recurrence following a game on December 5, 2011. He spent 27 minutes skating … See the article here

Malkin saves the day with 3 goals in final period Source: Post Gazette
TAMPA, Fla. … Go here to read the rest

NHL Roundup: Malkin has 5 points to lead Pens (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TAMPA, Fla. – Evgeni Malkin had three goals and two assists, James Neal added two goals, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-3 on Sunday. … The rest is here

Penguins Notebook: Malkin tried to duck taking a penalty Source: Post Gazette
TAMPA, Fla. … Link

NHL Roundup: Win puts Capitals in a tie for division lead Source: Post Gazette
After Tomas Vokoun had made the last of his 43 saves, and the final horn had sounded, Washington Capitals fans were given yet another reason to cheer. The game entertainment crew put the standings on the giant video board and updated them instantly, moving Washington into first place in the Southeast Division. … Continued here

VIDEO: Keith Jones and Mike Milbury accuse Malkin of being dirty Source: The Pensblog
This may be the most infuriating 5 minutes of TV since the ending of Heroes season 1. … Continue reading here

Penguins at Lightning – 01-15-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Apologies for not providing a live blog for yesterday’s game. … Excerpt from

Pens – Lightning Analysis: “Superstar Player” takes over in Third; X’s & 0′s Breaking Down 6-3 win Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
PITTSBURGH 6 – TAMPA BAY 3 Evgeni Malkin had three goals and two assists, James Neal scored two power play goals, leading the Pittsburgh Penguins (23-17-4, 50 pts) to a 6-3 victory over the a Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday afternoon at the Tampa Bay Times Forum. It was an afternoon where a great player … Visit link

Video: Mike Lange’s Journal (01/16/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Toyota Presents: Mike Lange reflects back on the 1992 Stanley Cup run against the Chicago Blackhawks. … See video here

PensHead Daily Links 01-15-2012

Sunday, January 15th, 2012


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Malkin has 3 goals, 2 assists in Pens’ win (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TAMPA, Fla. – Evgeni Malkin had five points and a third-period dustup against the Tampa Bay Lightning. … The rest is here

Evgeni Malkin enters Beast Mode vs. Tampa: Hat trick, 5 points, spectacular goal (Video) (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
In the third period on Sunday, after the host Tampa Bay Lightning tied the Pittsburgh Penguins in the third period, Dominic Moore of the Bolts was seen saying something to Penguins star Evgeni Malkin. Based on what happened next, he Continue reading … See more here

Malkin’s a Natural Source: penguins.nhl.com
TAMPA, Fla. — While the Penguins were in the midst of their six-game losing streak, the team said they needed to respond better when they are scored on. … More

Pens improve to 7-0 in last seven games James Neal has scored in Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
James Neal (24G-16A-40Pts) scored two power play goals in the Penguins 6-3 win over the Lightning. Neal collected his 23rd and 24th goals of the season in the victory … More

Malkin surges to second in points with 5 point game vs Lightning Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Evgeni Malkin (21G-30A-51PTS) was sensational with 3 goals and 2 assists in the Penguins 6-3 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday afternoon. … See more here

Malkin city, Pens win 6-3 Source: The Pensblog
Malkin went ballistic in the third period. … Read more here

Endgame: Penguins 6, Lightning 3 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Penguins win second game in a row with 6-3 victory over Tampa Bay Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins blew a three-goal, third-period lead but came back on the strength of a hat trick by Evgeni Malkin to win their second game in a row, 6-3, against the Tampa Bay Lightning today at the Tampa Bay Times Forum. … Read more here

Malkin rescues Pens in win over Tampa Source: Tribune-Review
Center Evgeni Malkin rescued the Penguins from a collapse with a virtuoso performance in a 6-3 victory in Tampa on Sunday. … The rest is here

VIDEO: Cheap shot by Vincent Lecavalier Source: The Pensblog
Vincent Lecavlier went after Malkin because Malkin ducked his check. Didn't know that wasn't allowed: … Read the rest here

Video: Flying Penguin Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin goes airborne and slides the puck into the cage to push the Pittsburgh lead back to 2 in the third period. … Watch here

Video: Malkin Strikes Back-hand Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin answers 3 straight markers from the Lightning with a goal of his own. … Watch here

Video: That’s What I Call A Stick Check Source: penguins.nhl.com
Deryk Engelland puts Steve Downie’s stick into orbit. … Click here to view video

Video: A Walk In The Park Source: penguins.nhl.com
Richard Park drags the puck through his legs and snaps it past Mathieu Garon. … Click here to view video

Video: Engelland Scraps With Labrie Source: penguins.nhl.com
Deryk Engelland gets tangled up with Pierre-Cedric Labrie in the first period. … Watch here

Video: Hat Trick for Malkin Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin was all over the Lightning on Sunday, pumping home the final three goals of the game. … Watch video here

Video: Post Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (1/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media after defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-3. … Watch video here

Video: Post Game: James Neal (1/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media after defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-3. … Watch here

Video: Post Game: Evgeni Malkin (1/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin talks to the media after defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-3. … See this video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-3. … Watch here

THIRD PERIOD: Too close for comfort Source: The Pensblog
Pens up 2-0, should be up like 100-0. man Live stream available Go here . password is tampasucks thanks to @HockeyBurgh . … Excerpt from

SECOND PERIOD: All Pens, 2-0 Source: The Pensblog
Tampa sucks. … See more here

Lightning at Penguins – 01-15-11 Source: Empty Netters
We will not have a live blog today due to technical issues. Our apologies … More

FIRST PERIOD: Tampa city. Live stream here Source: The Pensblog
After the jump some info on today's live stream. … Follow this link

Pens-Lightning In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:46 AM: As he does on all game days where the team does not have a morning skate, head coach Dan Bylsma addressed the media a little while ago. He said that Marc-Andre Fleury will start in goal and the rest of his lineup will remain the sam… … More

Craig Adams speaks on Crosby, HNIC fouls it up big-time Source: The Pensblog
Dejan's opus is still getting some play. … See the article here

Gameday 44 – Lightning Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (22-17-4) @ Tampa Bay Lightning (17-22-4) 1:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, NHLN-CA , SUN Tampa Bay Times Forum – Tampa, FL It's a 1pm game on a Sunday, but it's not on NBC. … Read more

About the Lightning – 01-15-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Lightning. … Continue reading here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-15-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dustin Jeffrey is back in the lineup for real this time . -” I am one of those guys that is on the bubble, outside looking in .” – Steve MacIntyre (above) on this role an enforcer. -Dan Bylsma speaks: 149731 -Two goals an … … Read more here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (1/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before today’s game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. … View video here

Stunned Pic of the Night: 01.15.12 Source: The Pensblog
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Baby Pens feeling pain on blue line Source: Tribune-Review
Thanks to a knee injury and concussion for Robert Bortuzzo and a dislocated elbow for Brian Strait, the first time they played together was Jan. 8, in a 4-3 Baby Pens loss to the Syracuse Crunch. … Read the rest here

Crosby practices, but no return is imminent Source: Tribune-Review
Crosby has not absorbed contact since Dec. … Continued here

Penguins’ Martin finally establishing a rhythm Source: Tribune-Review
Neither Martin’s personality nor his silky-smooth skating suggests he plays the game with great passion, but this past week, he has. … Link

Red Wings down Blackhawks, 3-2 Source: Post Gazette
These Detroit Red Wings earned a spot in the franchise’s storied record books Saturday with a 14th consecutive home win, but it was not easy. Todd Bertuzzi scored his second goal of the game at 4:21 of overtime, lifting the Red Wings to a 3-2 win against the Chicago Blackhawks. Detroit’s home winning streak equals the team mark set in 1965. … Follow this link

Painful layoff ends for Penguins’ Jeffrey Source: Post Gazette
TAMPA, Fla. — It likely did not seem like much to most observers that with Penguins penalty-killer Pascal Dupuis serving a tripping penalty Friday night at Florida, Dustin Jeffrey played while the team was shorthanded. He also got a smidgen of time on the power play and was on the ice when linemate Tyler Kennedy scored in a 4-1 win against the Panthers. … View post

Penguins Notebook: MacIntyre, his ilk face diminished roles Source: Post Gazette
TAMPA, Fla. — Winger Steve MacIntyre will be listed as a scratch for the Penguins today when they play the Tampa Bay Lightning, only because his reassignment to the American Hockey League does not begin until Monday. … Continue reading here

On the Penguins: Stop pressing the panic button; GM Shero won’t (and shouldn’t) answer it Source: Post Gazette
Thoughtful reflection these days often consists of nothing more than the time needed to pound out a message on Twitter. Instant gratification isn’t nearly fast enough for some people, and when a team is sputtering the way the Penguins have through the early weeks of 2012, the demands for action — any action — can get loud. … Read this article

Jeffrey Working His Way Back Source: penguins.nhl.com
TAMPA, Fla — While a lot of focus has been placed on the Penguins injuries – and rightfully so considering they lead the league with 223 man-games lost – but little attention is paid to the players that have been returning to the … … See more here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down today’s game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. … See video here

PensHead Daily Links 01-14-2012

Saturday, January 14th, 2012

No. 24 Marquette 62 – Pittsburgh 57: Gibbs has big day but Panthers drop 6th straight Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Marquette 62 – Pittsburgh 57 No. 24 Marquette had a late surge in the first half and then turned up the defensive pressure in the second to come back and beat Pittsburgh 62-57, handing the Panthers’ their sixth straight loss on Saturday afternoon at the Bradley Center. … Read more here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (1/14/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after practice. … View video here

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Lightning Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (22-17-4) vs. LIGHTNING (17-22-4) WHEN: Jan. 15, 2012 – 1:00 pm | WHERE: Tampa Bay Times Forum WATCH: ROOT SPORTS | LISTEN: Penguins 24/7 Radio, 105.9 FM … … See the rest here

RECAP: May the wind be at your back. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
That's more like it. The Pens' scorers were scoring goals. MAF was making ten-bell saves … See the rest here

Video: Scouting Report: Tampa Bay (1/14/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins seek to continue their positive momentum in Tampa Bay. Michelle Crechiolo tells us what we can expect. … See this video

Video: Off Day: Dustin Jeffrey (1/14/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dustin Jeffrey talks to the media after practice. … Watch here

Penguins Report: 1/14/12 Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:30 AM: Here are some pics from the team boarding the bus to head to practice… … Read this article

Empty Netter Assists – 01-14-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Shelly Anderson’s recap from last night’s game . “It makes the locker room a lot better atmosphere.” – James Neal on breaking a six-game losing streak. … View post

Crosby answers critics and skates Source: Post Gazette
Sidney Crosby smiled. He wiped sweat from his face. He spoke to a phalanx of cameras and microphones … See more here

Neal takes all-star snub in stride Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins right wing James Neal said he intends to use his All-Star Game snub as motivation for the second half of the season. … More here

Penguins answer call, end skid Source: Tribune-Review
Looking every bit a playoff team, the Penguins snapped their six-game skid in a nearly flawless performance, beating Florida 4-1. … See the rest here

Crosby gets through skate unscathed Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Sidney Crosby has learned how to handle concussion-like symptoms when they arise. Getting them to disappear has been the problem. … Continue reading here

NHL Capsules: Caps’ Brouwer scores hat trick (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
WASHINGTON – Troy Brouwer got his first career hat trick, and Alex Ovechkin also scored Friday night as the Washington Capitals beat Tampa Bay 4-3, handing the Lightning their sixth straight loss. … View post

NHL Capsules (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Troy Brouwer got his first career hat trick, and Alex Ovechkin also scored Friday night as the Washington Capitals beat Tampa Bay 4-3, handing the Lightning their sixth straight loss. … Follow this link

Friday’s National Hockey League Capsules (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Troy Brouwer got his first career hat trick, and Alex Ovechkin also scored Friday night as the Washington Capitals beat Tampa Bay 4-3, handing the Lightning their sixth straight loss. … Continued here

Friday’s Three Stars: Brouwer tricks Lightning; Hiller blanks Oilers (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Troy Brouwer, Washington Capitals On the back of Brouwer’s first NHL hat trick, the Capitals hung on for a 4-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning for their sixth straight win at Verizon Center. Scoring in each Continue reading … More

Happy days are here again as losing streak ends at 6 games Source: Post Gazette
Hockey players are a superstitious bunch, but Friday the 13th was lucky for the Penguins. Whether they realized it or not. “I don’t know what day it is … Read this article

Brouwer’s hat trick lifts Capitals Source: Post Gazette
Troy Brouwer got his first career hat trick, and Alex Ovechkin also scored Friday night as the host Washington Capitals grabbed a 4-3 victory against Tampa Bay. It was the Lightning’s sixth consecutive loss … See more here

Brouwer’s hat trick lead Caps over Lightning 4-3 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
WASHINGTON – The Washington Capitals are within two points of first place in the Southeast Division, a team definitely on the uptick after sweating out a win that included a first career hat trick from Troy Brouwer and a goal from Alex Ovechkin. … Follow this link

Penguins back on winning track, beat Panthers (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins ended their six-game losing skid in an unlikely venue, winning at the NHL Southest Division-leading Florida Panthers 4-1 on Friday. … See more here

Malkin gets winner in Pens’ win over Panthers (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
SUNRISE, Fla. – The Pittsburgh Penguins broke out of their slump in a big way. … More

Malkin gets winner in Penguins’ win over Panthers (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins broke out of their slump in a big way. … Link

Penguins snap losing streak, beat Panthers, 4-1 Source: Post Gazette
SUNRISE, Fla. — The Penguins halted a six-game losing streak with a 4-1 win over the Florida Panthers tonight at BankAtlantic Center. … See the article here

Endgame: Penguins 4, Panthers 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Pens Snap Streak Source: penguins.nhl.com
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THIRD PERIOD: Finish them, Pens up 2-0 Source: The Pensblog
Uhhhhh Sullivan and Malkin with goals. … More here

SECOND PERIOD: Pens may never score, 0-0 Source: The Pensblog
Infinite posts … Continue reading here

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FIRST PERIOD: Pens vs Panthers, Florida city Source: The Pensblog
Huge game. whatev … Continued here

NHL Roundup: Crosby gets Captain’s welcome at practice (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
There were no desks on which to stand as the Pittsburgh Penguins took to the ice for their morning skate Friday and they did not offer a dramatic greeting of “Oh, Captain, my Captain” a la the movie “Dead Poets Society,” but the team made it clear they stood… … See more here

Pens-Panthers In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENS 4, PANTHERS 1 0:00: That’ll do it! Pens snap their six-game losing streak with a feel-good 4-1 win over Florida!!! 4:17: Kunitz banks a pass from his own zone off the boards to Neal, who carries in with Malkin trailing be… … Read more

Penguins at Panthers – 01-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from a… well.. … Follow this link

Video: It’s a T. Party! Source: penguins.nhl.com
Moving the puck up ice is a group effort before Tyler Kennedy buries the Penguins’ third goal of the night. … See video here

Video: Malkin Makes It Happen Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin gets his own rebound and scores on a spin-o-rama from behind the net. … Watch here

Video: Asham Scraps With Barch Source: penguins.nhl.com
Arron Asham gets mixed up with Krystofer Barch in the first period. … Click here to view video

Video: Post Game: James Neal (1/13/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media after defeating the Florida Panthers 4-1. … Watch video here

Video: Post Game: Pascal Dupuis (1/13/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis talks to the media after defeating the Florida Panthers 4-1. … Watch video here

Video: Post Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (1/13/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media after defeating the Florida Panthers 4-1. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/13/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after defeating the Florida Panthers 4-1. … Video here

PensHead Daily Links 01-12-2012

Thursday, January 12th, 2012

A Great Article on Concussions Source: The Pensblog
Yes, we've all heard too much about concussions. Yes, we're all sick of Sidney Crosby updates or non-updates or not enough updates or whatever … See more here

Shane Doan, Monty Python & the Phoenix Coyotes (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Coyotes’ quest for the Holy Grail an owner who will keep them in Phoenix is far from funny, but sometimes it helps to laugh. … See the article here

Leafs’ Kessel is heading back to All-Star game (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Phil Kessel is heading back to the NHL All-Star game, and this time it’s hard to imagine him left standing until the end of the draft. … See the article here

Ray Shero Says the Pens Will Make The Playoffs Source: The Pensblog
From the Trib : “We're making the playoffs, put it that way,” Shero told the Tribune-Review on Thursday afternoon. “Anything less is unacceptable.” The Penguins, losers of six straight games, have fallen to ninth in the Eastern Conference playoff field with 40 games remaining. Only the top eight teams qualify for the postseason. … Visit link

ALL-STAR GAME: James Neal gets to stay at home Source: The Pensblog
James Neal's 21 goals weren't enough to get him into the All-Star Game. NHL was probably mad that the Penguins were getting people to vote for Sidney Crosby for some reason. Final Vote Totals Complete All-Star Game Roster The weirdest part is that only five goalies are listed on the Roster page, including only two Eastern Conference goalies. … See more here

Puck Headlines: Mike Cammalleri hearts Montreal; Teemu Selanne explains All-Star ‘snub’ (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. … Read this article

Pens Tidbits: Malkin named to All-Star game; Shero talks Crosby; McDonald, MacIntyre to WBS Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Afternoon Pens Tidbits Penguins center Evgeni Malkin will be the Penguins lone representative in the 2012 NHL All-Star game. Malkin who has re-emerged himself as one of the premier players, is 8th in the league with 45 points. He is averaging 1.29 points per game, the second best mark in the league behind Claude Giroux … Visit link

Malkin selected to All-Star Game; McDonald, MacIntyre demoted – 01-12-11 Source: Empty Netters
Allow the pre-arranged outrage over all-star snubs commence. Center Evgeni Malkin was selected as the the Penguins lone represntative to the NHL’s All-Star Lame Game . The additional players as selected by NHL: Forwards Corey Perry, Anaheim Ducks Tyler Seguin, Boston Bruins Jason Pominville, Buffalo Sabres Jarom … … Read this article

Video: Scouting Report: Florida (1/12/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will head to the Sunshine state to take on the Florida Panthers. … To see video click here

Shero: Answers to End Losing Streak are in Locker Room Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins are in the midst of a six-game losing streak after falling to Washington 1-0 Wednesday night that has dropped the team to ninth place in the Eastern Conference standings. General manager Ray Shero knows that the answer to turning … … See the article here

Dejan Kovacevic chat transcript Source: Tribune-Review
View a transcript of Tribune-Review columnist Dejan Kovacevic’s weekly chat about Pittsburgh sports. … See more here

Penguins Forward Evgeni Malkin Selected to Play in the 2012 NHL All-Star Game Source: penguins.nhl.com
Forward Evgeni Malkin will be Pittsburgh’s representative at the 2012 NHL All-Star Game, which will be played on Sunday, Jan. 29 at Scotiabank Place in Ottawa. … The rest is here

Penguins’ Neal snubbed from All-Star Game; Malkin selected Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins right wing James Neal is sixth in the NHL in goals with 21, but that wasn’t enough for him to make the NHL All-Star Game. … Read this article

Who should captain the 2012 NHL All-Star teams, with roster now set (please say Kessel)? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The 2012 NHL All-Star Game rosters have been finalized for the Jan. … Visit link

Shero: Penguins will make the playoffs Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins, losers of six straight games, have fallen to ninth in the Eastern Conference playoff field with 40 games remaining. … Excerpt from

Malkin only Penguin selected for NHL All-Star Game Source: Post Gazette
Center Evgeni Malkin is the only Penguin chosen to participate in the NHL All-Star Game. … Continue reading here

Penguins Forward Steve MacIntyre Clears Waivers Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Steve MacIntyre has cleared waivers and will report to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League on Monday, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. MacIntyre, 31, has pla… … Read the rest here

Shero: Crosby is not cleared Source: The Pensblog
Via pens.com : “I’m happy he’s joining the team on the trip,” Shero said. “Sid is a hockey player and he wants to play hockey. … Visit link

Shero Talks About Crosby Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby joined the team on its current road trip and is expected to begin light skating Friday. … See the rest here

Victim of alleged Consol Energy attack speaks Source: The Pensblog
So here is what has been going on. The victims have reached out to us through @christmascrosby … Go here to read the rest

Pittsburgh Penguins: 6-Game Losing Streak by the Numbers Source: Bleacher Report
The Penguins have lost six straight. They can’t score. Players are dropping left and right. … Excerpt from

NHL: Ruutu, Whitney at top of Pens wishlist for Feb targets? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
PENS RUMOR MILL Some buzz among scouts around the league: The Pittsburgh Penguins have strong interest in Carolina Hurricanes forward Tuomo Ruutu and Phoenix Coyotes winger Ray Whitney, sources say. … View post

Penguins Re-Assign Forward Colin McDonald to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
Colin McDonald Stats/Bio The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned forward Colin McDonald to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced … … The rest is here

Five Ways to fix ROOT Sports and a Poll Source: The Pensblog
Think about it. Is there another fanbase in the NHL that complains about its flagship TV station more than Penguins fans do? The problems have festered for so long and ROOT Sports is so bad that it is actually affecting our ability to watch a game. And guess what? … Read this article

Why is fighting on the decline in the NHL during the 2011-12 season? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The last week has been a useful snapshot of the muddled fighting debate in the National Hockey League. Progressive hockey veteran Jimmy Devellano of the Detroit Red Wings wants to abolish it; fellow progressive hockey veteran Brian Bruke of the Continue reading … Excerpt from

Sens earn ‘A’ in chemistry (The Ottawa Citizen) Source: Yahoo Sports
By the time this long month of road games ends on Jan. 31 in Boston, the Ottawa Senators will have a pretty good idea if they’re going to be in the playoffs. … Continued here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-12-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “I don’t think he’s anywhere close to coming back … Visit link

MacLean downplays Karlsson’s injury (The Ottawa Citizen) Source: Yahoo Sports
Erik Karlsson was one of the two Ottawa Senators who didn’t practise on Wednesday, which should keep the conspiracy theorists busy. … Read the rest here

Video: Penguins Insider: Kennedy and Park Drop-in Source: penguins.nhl.com
Tyler Kennedy and Richard Park drop-in on local youth hockey practices at Ice Castle in Castle Shannon. … See this video

RECAP: Calm as a bomb. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
more pics here. How the mighty have fallen. Over the past five years or so, Pens-Caps games always had that “big game” feel to them usually because both teams were vying for Eastern Conference supremacy in the standings and the respective fan bases wanted bragging rights. … Visit link

Crosby will practice with Penguins this weekend (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Crosby will practice with Penguins this weekend Crosby will be back at practice this weekend The Pittsburgh Penguins received some good news Wednesday even though they lost their sixth straight game, 1-0 to the Washington Capitals. … See the rest here

Out with concussion, Wild’s Bouchard practices patience Source: Tribune-Review
Minnesota Wild right wing Pierre-Marc Bouchard’s best asset has again been relegated to patience, instead of skating, passing or other on-ice skills. … See the article here

Future of NHL realignment shaky after players balk Source: Tribune-Review
So much is at stake in the next contract, from a revamped salary cap to salary minimums, that a new schedule is hardly a top priority in the long run. … Excerpt from

Penguins put enforcer MacIntyre on waivers Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins signed Steve MacIntyre to provide protection for Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin this season, but he never really made his presence felt. … Excerpt from

Penguins captain Crosby will skate this weekend Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Sidney Crosby has joined the team on its three-game road trip and is expected to skate this weekend in Florida. … Follow this link

Capitals send rival Penguins to sixth consecutive loss Source: Tribune-Review
Their six-game skid has the Penguins trapped in ninth place in the East, only a point ahead of 10th-place Winnipeg. … Continue reading here

Morning Pens Buzz: Offensively challenged Pens have game to build on; X’s & O’s; On Crosby Situation Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Pens Buzz The Pittsburgh Penguins dropped their sixth straight game, losing to the Washington Capitals 1-0 on Wednesday night at the Verizon Center. … Read more here

Losing skid reaches six Source: Post Gazette
There are no points awarded for moral victories in this league. … Link

Wednesday’s Three Stars: Vokoun blanks Pens; Parise OT hero (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. … Read this article

Rutgers 62 – Pittsburgh 39: Panthers hit new low, dropping 5th straight Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Rutgers 62 – Pittsburgh 39 The Pittsburgh Panthers (11-6, 0-4) put on an embarrassing display of offensive basketball, suffering a 62-39 defeat to the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (10-7, 2-2 Big East) on Wednesday night at . … Read more here

Crosby to rejoin team on trip Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Sidney Crosby is about to get back on the ice. Coach Dan Bylsma said Crosby, who has not played since Dec. 5 because of what the team calls “concussion-like” symptoms, will accompany the Penguins on their current road trip, which includes weekend stops in Florida and Tampa, and will skate before they return home. … Excerpt from

Bouchard waits out another concussion Source: Post Gazette
Pierre-Marc Bouchard’s best asset again is patience, not skating, passing or other on-ice skills. The Minnesota Wild right winger is out of action indefinitely again after suffering another concussion, raising the question about whether his career is in jeopardy. “I’m not really thinking about this right now. … See the article here

Minus Crosby, Pens lose 6th in row, 1-0 to Caps (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
WASHINGTON – Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was in the building for his team’s latest loss, wearing a jacket and tie and far from the ice. His team sure could use him in the lineup. … Continue reading here

Endgame: Capitals 1, Penguins 0 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Capitals defeat Penguins, 1-0 Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON. D.C. — Washington defeated the Penguins, 1-0, at the Verizon Center tonight. … See more here

SECOND PERIOD: Caps lead 1-0, whatev Source: The Pensblog
Tons of gel in Crosby's hair. Pens made one mistake and they paid dearly for it … Read this article

Exclusive: Univ. of Michigan, NHL in advanced discussions for 2013 Winter Classic (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Michigan Stadium is known for being the biggest college football venue in the land, playing to crowds of more than 110,000 every fall. But the 84-year-old stadium, affectionately referred to as The Big House, is also no stranger to outdoor Continue reading … Visit link

Sidney Crosby to Begin Skating; Will Address Media in the Coming Days Source: Bleacher Report
Sidney Crosby came back earlier this season from a concussion only to have another setback which had sidelined him indefinitely. However, the Pittsburgh Penguins recently released a statement on Crosby’s status. Pens coach Dan Bylsma announced that center Sidney Crosby will join the team in Washington Wednesday night and will skate during a two-game road trip in Florida . “Tonight, Sidney Crosby will be joining us on the road trip,” Bylsma said. … The rest is here

FIRST PERIOD: Pens vs Caps, Live stream here Source: The Pensblog
Seems like one of the bigger games of the season. Even if it isn't a must-win … More

Puck Previews: Pens/Caps; Burke on ‘overrated’ Phaneuf (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: Pittsburgh Penguins at Continue reading … Read more here

Video: Radio Rewind (01/12/2012) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik interview on the number of shots and opportunities the Penguins are getting this season. … View video here

Video: Post Game: James Neal (1/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media after tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … View video here

Video: Post Game: Brooks Orpik (1/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to the media after tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … To see video click here

Video: Post Game: Pascal Dupuis (1/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis talks to the media after tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … View video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … Watch video here

PensHead Daily Links 01-11-2012

Wednesday, January 11th, 2012

Pens coach: Sidney Crosby set to resume skating (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby is ready to resume skating. Coach Dan Bylsma said before Pittsburgh’s game at the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night that Crosby will skate when he joins the team on its current road trip. That includes visits to the Panthers on Friday and the Lightning on Sunday. … Visit link

Pens-Caps In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
6:00 PM: Tonight marks the official beginning of the second half of the season for the Pens, which is fitting because the team could really, really use a fresh start right now. It’s time for them to turn the page on the five-game losing strea… … Read this article

Pens captain Crosby to skate this week Source: Tribune-Review
Little news has come forward regarding Sidney Crosby, other than an update from coach Dan Bylsma two weeks ago that Crosby was still having concussion-like symptoms. … More

GAME DAY BUZZ: Crosby to begin skating; Despres out 2-4 weeks; Jeffrey set to return vs Caps Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Game Day Buzz Pittsburgh Penguins (21-16-4, 46 pts) @ Washington Capitals (21-17-2, 44 pts) CROSBY TO BEGIN SKATING: Head coach Dan Bylsma announced at his 5:30 pre-game media session that Sidney Crosby will join the team in Washington tonight and begin skating on his own in Florida this week. Bylsma yesterday indicated that Crosby was … More

Bylsma: Crosby to join Pens on road trip (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
WASHINGTON – Sidney Crosby is taking the first step in another return to the NHL. … More here

Crosby to join Penguins on current road trip Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Center Sidney Crosby, who is recovering from a concussion, will join the Penguins on their current road trip, according to coach Dan Bylsma. … The rest is here

Penguins at Capitals – 01-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from wet and dreary Washington D.C. It’s in the 40s and the rain is coming in sideways. An ugly day. … More

Gameday 42 – Capitals Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (21-16-4) @ Washington Capitals (21-17-2) 7:30 pm/et TV: NBCSN , TSN2 Verizon Center – Washington, DC Crosby is out. Letang is out. Staal is out. … More here

Crosby to Skate on His Own Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens coach Dan Bylsma announced that center Sidney Crosby will join the team in Washington Wednesday night and will skate during a two-game road trip in Florida. “Tonight, Sidney Crosby will be joining us on the road trip,” Bylsm… … Link

Penguins make three roster moves Source: Tribune-Review
Enforcer Steve MacIntyre has been placed on waivers, injured defenseman Simon Despres has been placed on the injured reserve list and forward Dustin Jeffrey has been removed from the injured reserve list. … More here

Leave Sidney ALONE!!!!!!!! Source: The Pensblog
I'm going to wear that graphic out. Yes, I'm going to use “I” in this post because this is only my opinion. I hate the usage of the word “I” in posts but saying “we” at this point would be incorrect as this isn't the general opinion of the writers at this blog. … See the rest here

Penguins’ defenseman Despres onto IR; forward Jeffrey off Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Penguins have removed forward Dustin Jeffrey from the injured-reserve list and put defenseman Simon Despres on it. … View post

Mark Madden goes off on Penguins, Crosby Source: The Pensblog
We've had our own personal battle with Madden. It is well documented.But regardless of that Madden is still center ice in this town when it comes to situations like these. Last night, Madden, at Dan Bylsma's postgame press conference asked Bylsma flat out about Sid … See the article here

Pittsburgh Penguins & Washington Capitals Line Combinations Source: The Pensblog
Things feel a little more subdued than the standard lead up to a Capitals/Penguins game. That's probably because it's a battle for eighth place between two struggling and injured teams. TONIGHT ON NBC SPORTS NETWORK!!! Pittsburgh Penguins Lines from Empty Netters … View post

Video: Miller Lite 2 Minute Power Play Source: penguins.nhl.com
Three lucky fans get to jump start their holiday with a 2 minute shopping spree at PensGear. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner Game: Dan Bylsma Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma before tonight’s matchup against the Washington Capitals. … Click here to view video

STATS: MacIntyre fell well short of the "Bonvie Line" Source: The Pensblog
via @kevinbzimmerman MacIntyre ended up well short of longest tenure by Penguin (not a goalie) w/out scoring a point; Dennis Bonvie , 31gp , 0-0-0-80pim Call it the Bonvie line. Here were “Big Mac's stats” Hard to accurately describe how big of a waste Steve MacIntyre was … View post

Puck Daddy’s 2012 NHL All-Star Game selections (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
On “Marek Vs. Wyshynski”, we asked your opinions on the NHL All-Star Game; specifically, how you view the midseason classic’s purpose. Should it be a fantasy hockey league come to life … Go here to read the rest

Pens place left winger MacIntyre on waivers Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. … Follow this link

Enforcer Steve MacIntyre placed on waivers Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins this afternoon have placed enforcer Steve MacIntyre on waivers. The 31 year old appeared in 10 games, collecting 0 points, 0 shots on goal,2 penalty minutes and averaging2:34 of ice. He never had to drop the gloves, earning nearlyhalf of his NHL contract,much morethan he would have earned in a full season … The rest is here

Steve MacIntyre on Waivers Source: The Pensblog
As per Bob MacKenzie on Twitter . Now we watch as not a single other team in the league has any interest in claiming him. … Excerpt from

About the Capitals – 01-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Capitals. When and where: 7:30 p.m., EST. … See the rest here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … View video here

Well at least the re-development of the area around Consol is going okay….oh wait Source: The Pensblog
From the PG : A plan to convert two buildings across from the Consol Energy Center into a complex featuring a restaurant, rooftop lounge and loft apartments has fizzled out. The proposed developer, Blue Line Capital, has decided not to pursue the project, which would have been the first major redevelopment near Consol since it opened in 2010 … Read this article

Morning Pens Buzz: On Breakdowns vs Sens; Turnaround starts with committment to defense; Scouts take on Pens “finesse” role players Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Pens Buzz It was a meltdown for the Penguins Tuesday night, falling to the Ottawa Senators 5-1 on home ice, dropping their 5th straight game. The team was lifeless when it counted and by the time they showed some life after Evgeni Malkin’s second period goal, it was to late. The Penguins have scored … Excerpt from

4 Things to know about the Capitals: 1.11.12 Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. Click it for the breakdown. Uh actually lets just show the standings: Could be the last full day in the playoffs for a while … Continue reading here

RECAP: It’s always darkest befo– PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
It has been years since we've seen the Penguins on-ice product so terrible. It's easily the worst it has been since we started the blog, so it's a hard topic to attack.The only advice we can give?Enjoy it. Embrace the negativity. … More here


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Penguins finally get some good news on injury front Source: Tribune-Review
A bone in James Neal’s foot might have been broken, but fortunately for the Penguins, the injury likely happened and healed years ago. … Link

Senators send Penguins to fifth-straight loss Source: Tribune-Review
The worst homestand of the Dan Bylsma era concluded with a thud against Ottawa, as the Senators roared past the Penguins. … Go here to read the rest

Empty Netter Assists – 01-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Shelly Anderson’s recap from last night’s game . Simon Despres did not return after a “lower-body” injury in the first period … See more here

Some building collapsed outside of Consol last night Source: The Pensblog
Fifth ave is cursed apparently. WTAE.com with the best headline ever. … See the rest here

Tuesday’s Three Stars: Shutouts for Gustavsson, Blues’ Halak; Hat tricks for Stalberg, Ducks’ Koivu (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Saku Koivu, Anaheim Ducks Koivu scored a minute in and with a minute left (with a game-winner somewhere in there as well, whatever) to record his second career hat trick in the Ducks’ 5-2 win over the Continue reading … Continued here

Penguins’ Simon Despres injured in 5th loss in row Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins reached a couple of significant milestones Tuesday night in their 5-1 loss against the Ottawa Senators — the halfway point of the season and, if they are lucky, rock bottom. Certainly, the Penguins do not want to drop any lower than this: five losses in a row and hanging precariously onto the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference with 46 points. … View post

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Capitals Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (21-16-4) vs. … Link

Senators make quick work of slumping Penguins, 5-1 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Ottawa Senators are on such a roll that even one of their most spectacular goals of the season was met with little more than a shoulder shrug. Milan Michalek scored twice and Jason Spezza undressed Pittsburgh goalie Brent Johnson on a brilliant deke as the Senators thumped the slumping Penguins 5-1 on Tuesday night. … The rest is here

Pens – Sens Post Game Reactions: Pens imploding on the ice but players upbeat about turning things around with this current group Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Ottawa 5 – Pittsburgh 1 The Pittsburgh Penguins (21-16-4, 46 pts) losing streak has reached five games, suffering a 5-1 defeat at the hands of the Ottawa Senators on home ice. Milan Michalek scored twice and Senators goaltender Craig Anderson made 29 saves, leading Ottawa to victory. Jason Spezza, Bobby Butler and Chris Neil also … Visit link

Endgame: Senators 5, Penguins 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Stunned Pic Of The Night 1.10.12 Source: The Pensblog
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Penguins fall to Senators, 5-1 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins lost for the fifth game in a row, 5-1, against the Ottawa Senators tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Link

THIRD PERIOD: Everything sucks, 4-1 Source: The Pensblog
Whoops forgot to post this thread. … The rest is here

Henrik Samuelsson joins Edmonton Oil Kings after stint in Swedish league (The Edmonton Journal) Source: Yahoo Sports
Convinced he was better suited to the North American game, certain he was ready to make his own way, Henrik Samuelsson arrived at Rexall Place on Tuesday for his first practice with the Edmonton Oil Kings. He had been playing with Modo in the Swedish Elite League and wasnt far from the watchful eye of his father Ulf, the former NHL defenceman now coaching in his homeland. … Link

SECOND PERIOD: Senators all day, 2-0 Source: The Pensblog
YIKES … Read the rest here

Video: UPMC Spotlight: Chris Kunitz (1/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz is highlighted in the UPMC Penguins Spotlight for his all-around rugged play. … Watch video here

Video: Post Game: Matt Cooke (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke talks to reporters following Tuesday night’s game against Ottawa. … Video here

Video: Post Game: James Neal (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to reporters following Tuesday night’s loss against Ottawa. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media following Tuesday night’s loss against Ottawa. … See this video

Video: Scouting Report: Washington (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will attempt to break their recent loosing streak when they take on the Washington Capitals. Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details. … Video here

PensHead Daily Links 01-10-2012

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012

FIRST PERIOD: All aboard the depression train Source: The Pensblog
Ottawa isn't that even great. Maybe the Pens can get two points. Whatev … Follow this link

Pens-Sens In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
6:15 PM: Here is a quick scouting report on the Senators, who is 8-1-2 on their last 11 games. 6:00 PM: Wow, I don’t even know where to begin with a recap of this morning’s events (full recap can be found in the Pens Repor… … Read the rest here

Oilers must overcome injuries to make playoffs (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
EDMONTON – If the Oilers are going to climb back into playoff contention Edmonton will have to overcome a host of injuries as well as their opponents. … Read this article

Gameday 41 – Senators Source: The Pensblog
Ottawa Senators (22-15-6) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (21-15-4) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, SNET-E , TVA Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA Game 41. … Link

Senators at Penguins – 01-10-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from another “winter” day in Pittsburgh. It’s in the high 40s and marvelous. It’s like a pleasant April day. … View post

Jaroslav Halak returns to Montreal for Price showdown, hero’s welcome (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Montreal Canadiens’ surprising run to the Eastern Conference Final in 2010 can be attributed to one man and one man only. (OK, Mike Cammalleri did help a bit.) The pair of 7-game series wins over the top-seeded Washington Capitals Continue reading … More

Penguins Recall Defenseman Simon Despres from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled defenseman Simon Despres from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Despres, 20, played 13 games with Pittsburgh du… … Read the rest here

Penguins recall Despres – 01-10-12 Source: Empty Netters
With Paul Martin a game-time decision due to an illness, the Penguins recalled defenseman Simon Despres from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. Despres (6-foot-4, 205-pound) has appeared in 13 NHL games this season and has four points (one assists, three assists). In 25 AHL games, he has seven points (three goals, four assists) … See more here

Game Day Buzz: Despres recalled; On Neal’s Bone Bruise; Accountability; Surging Sens; Johnson on decline? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
GAME DAY BUZZ DESPRES RECALLED Updated: 4:45 p.m. … View post

Twenty Years Later – Flames 7, Penguins 5 – 01-10-12 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 … … Follow this link

Pittsburgh Penguins: Jordan Staal Injured; What’s Next for Pens? Source: Bleacher Report
Jordan Staal is the latest member of the Pittsburgh Penguins to succumb to an injury, as he was diagnosed with a knee injury that will keep him out for four to six weeks. … See more here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Nemacolin Big 5 features five questions with Joe Vitale. … Click here to view video

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection Plays is from 1/10/12. … Click here to view video

“Penguins Charity Auction on ROOT SPORTS” To Be Held Friday, Jan. 20 vs. Montreal 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 on ROOT SPO… … Read more

Penguins Injuries: James Neal Sells Soul, Unbreaks Foot; Craig Adams Also a Go Source: Bleacher Report
The title would be misleading if black magic and bad X-rays weren’t the last phenomena on Earth capable of reversing Pittsburgh’s injury trend. As it is, James Neal ‘s initial diagnosis of recovering from a broken foot for “weeks, not days” turned out to be incorrect. A more conclusive MRI scan of the forward’s foot revealed a bone bruise or “pre-existing condition,” and Neal will be able to play as pain permits. … Read this article

Pittsburgh Penguins Trade Rumors: Three Safe Bets If Shero Wants to Make a Move Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins are banged up beyond belief. The good news is that even though in pain, James Neal and Craig Adams hope to return tonight against the Sens while Kris Letang continues to skate. This does not mean that the Pens are out of the woods, though. … Read more

About the Senators – 01-10-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Senators. … See the rest here

James Neal Could Play Tonight for Pittsburgh Penguins Source: Bleacher Report
James Neal participated in the morning practice with the rest of the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday, according the the Penguins website . It was initially believe that Neal suffered a fractured foot and would be out “weeks, not days,” as coach Dan Bylsma put it . As it turns out, the injury was nowhere near as serious as they believed, and now Neal expects to be ready for tonight’s tilt with the Ottawa Senators . … View post

Neal, Adams to play – 01-10-12 Source: Empty Netters
Another day, another… well… unique… … Continued here

Neal Gets Positive News on Injury Front Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins dodged a bullet on the injury front with forward James Neal. … Continue reading here

Video: Game Day: Craig Adams (01/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Craig Adams speaks to the media before tonight’s game against the Ottawa Senators. … Watch video here

Video: Game Day: James Neal (01/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal speaks to the media before tonight’s game against the Ottawa Senators. … To see video click here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (01/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Ottawa Senators. … Watch here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Ottawa Senators. … Click here to view video

James Neal will play for Penguins vs. Ottawa, has foot made of magic (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The combination of Jordan Staal’s knee injury and James Neal’s broken foot, along with the continued absence of Sidney Crosby, had people tossing around the word “devastating” for the Pittsburgh Penguins over the next few weeks. Even The Pensblog was Continue reading … See the rest here

Rehab process still in light exercise mode for Crosby Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Penguins remain pretty mum on Sidney Crosby and word at least coming from the organization today is that Crosby remains in a light exercise rehab stage. Head coach Dan Bylsma when asked about Crosby today, said Crosby is still doing light exercise. … See more here

James Neal to play tonight for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
Right wing James Neal, the team’s leading goal scorer, does not have a broken foot and will play tonight against Ottawa. Two days earlier, coach Dan Bylsma said Neal was out “weeks, not days.” … See the article here

Rumors of James Neal’s demise have been greatly exaggerated Source: The Pensblog
So apparently James Neal is okay and will play tonight: Neal said he is playing through the pain. Apparently the X-ray was misleading … Read more

Pens’ Neal, Adams say they’re ready to play tonight Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins got some welcome and unexpected medical news today, as forwards James Neal (foot) and Craig Adams pronounced themselves ready to return to the lineup for tonight’s game against Ottawa at Consol Energy Center. … Follow this link

Updated: Morning Skate Buzz; Neal skating on top line, will play; Adams Back; Johnson in goal; Letang on upswing Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Skate Report Penguins forward James Neal is a surprise participant in today’s morning skate. Head coach Dan Bylsma announced on Sunday that Neal has a broken foot from a blocked shot and he would be out for weeks, not days. It has been revealed that Neal was misdiagnosed and after more tests, all he … Excerpt from

Evgeni Malkin: Penguins’ Russian Star Facing Biggest Challenge of His Career Source: Bleacher Report
The Penguins ‘ uphill road to the postseason is paved with broken mirrors and broken bones. Two straight seasons of serious injuries to cornerstone players can be attributed to hideously bad luck, and the Penguins will likely have to weather the next month or more with four of their seven “core” players on injured reserve. To borrow a phrase, Evgeni Malkin must feel like an armless, legless man with a hockey stick in his mouth … Read more

Puck Daddy’s 2011-12 NHL midway point awards and superlatives (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Monday night’s Washington Capitals’ loss to the Los Angeles Kings was the midpoint in the 2011-12 season for the NHL. Although not every team has played 41 games, there’s enough of a sample size to pass out some awards and Continue reading … See the rest here

Happy Michel Therrien flip out day Source: The Pensblog
The breakdown that still lives on and on everyday. January 10, 2006. … See more here

Coyotes captain Doan gets hat trick — finally Source: Tribune-Review
After years of ribbing from teammates, questions from reporters, so many near-misses, Shane Doan finally had his first NHL hat trick in his 1,161st game. … Follow this link

Last-place Blue Jackets part ways with Arniel Source: Tribune-Review
In announcing Scott 0Arniel’s dismissal and the elevation of assistant Todd Richards to interim head coach, general manager Scott Howson said the season had “gone off the rails.” … The rest is here

Injuries could open opportunity for Pens’ Tangradi Source: Tribune-Review
With Penguins’ forwards sustaining injuries in bunches, Eric Tangradi has been recalled from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and could receive more responsibility. … More here

Penguins’ Kennedy hopes to rediscover scoring touch Source: Tribune-Review
With top scorers Jordan Staal and James Neal added to the injured list, more will be asked of Tyler Kennedy by the Penguins. … Excerpt from

Empty Netter Assists – 01-10-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -In case you haven’t heard, the Penguins are dealing with a few injuries . -Welcome back Arron Asham… and Dustin Jeffrey (above)? … Go here to read the rest

Injuries having a major impact on Penguins Source: Post Gazette
There are some impressive stats associated with the first half of the Penguins’ season. James Neal’s goal total. Evgeni Malkin’s point total … Continue reading here

Asham’s path to Penguins lineup no longer blocked Source: Post Gazette
Arron Asham of the Penguins has blocked five shots in 37 games this season. It might be a while before he chalks up No. … The rest is here

Panthers grind out victory vs. Canucks Source: Post Gazette
Marcel Goc scored the tiebreaking goal midway through the second period and the Florida Panthers beat the visiting Vancouver Canucks, 2-1. Goc also had an assist as the Panthers won for just the third time in nine games … More

Blue Jackets fire head coach Source: Post Gazette
After weeks of lopsided losses and blown leads, the Columbus Blue Jackets fired second-year coach Scott Arniel. In announcing Arniel’s dismissal and the elevation of assistant Todd Richards to interim head coach, general manager Scott Howson said the season had “gone off the rails.” Under Arniel, the Blue Jackets were just 11-25-5 this season — the worst record in the NHL. … The rest is here

PODCAST: 01.09 Source: The Pensblog
51:25 Your browser does not support the audio element. … Continued here

Fan Guide vs. Ottawa Senators Source: penguins.nhl.com
7:00 PM Ticketmaster | Ticket Exchange | Student Rush Don’t have a ticket yet? … More here

Tuesdays With Stoosh 01.10.2012 Source: The Pensblog
In which the people throwing themselves from the Penguins bandwagon are probably out 8 weeks with lower body injuries… By now you all know the deal. … More

Ex-Hab Halak in showdown with Price (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
MONTREAL – You can still find people in Montreal wearing T-shirts with Halak written on a stop sign that were the hottest item in town when the Canadiens went on a playoff roll two seasons ago. … Excerpt from

Pens Look to Snap Streak Source: penguins.nhl.com
The NHL season is a roller coaster ride. Teams experience the emotional highs of success and lows of failures. And sometimes those ebbs and flows come in bunches … More

PensHead Daily Links 01-08-2012

Sunday, January 8th, 2012

NHL roundup: Neal, Staal sidelined for Penguins (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Add a couple of more injuries to the ever-growing list for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who will be without both winger James Neal and center Jordan Staal for weeks. Neal broke his foot Saturday night while blocking a shot against the New Jersey Devils. … Continued here

While facing suspension, Bruins’ Brad Marchand makes self-defense claim on Sami Salo hit (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
So is Brad Marchand a victim of circumstance or a dirty hitter? The Boston Bruins forward faces a phone hearing with NHL Department of Player Safety sheriff Brendan Shanahan on Monday for this hit on Vancouver Canucks defenseman Sami Salo: Continue reading … Go here to read the rest

Pittsburgh Penguins: Jordan Staal and James Neal Injuries Hurt the Pens Source: Bleacher Report
To say the Pittsburgh Penguins have been decimated with injuries this season would be a huge understatement. Just when you thought things couldn’t get worse for the Pens, who have lost four straight games and are now fourth in the Atlantic Division, James Neal and Jordan Staal are reportedly out for weeks. So now what for the Pens … More here

Penguins’ Neal, Staal out for weeks (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Add a couple of more injuries to the ever-growing list for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who will be without both winger James Neal and center Jordan Staal for weeks. … Read more

Pens Down, But Not Out Source: penguins.nhl.com
Arron Asham Bio/Stats Highlights Upper Body Sidney Crosby Bio/Stats … … The rest is here

NHL Trade Rumors: Jordan Staal Injury Will Force Penguins to Make Major Move Source: Bleacher Report
With Pittsburgh Penguins star forward Jordan Staal out 4-6 weeks with a knee injury, team general manager Ray Shero must make a major trade if they want to have a chance at advancing past the first round of the playoffs. Staal joins a Pittsburgh injury list that already includes forwards Sidney Crosby and James Neal … Read this article

Neal out with broken foot; Staal to miss 4-6 weeks Source: Tribune-Review
Right wing James Neal, whose 21 goals are fifth in the NHL, sustained a broken foot against New Jersey on Saturday. The Penguins also suffered a possibly significant injury in practice on Sunday when Craig Adams sustained a right knee injury. … Read more

Pittsburgh Penguins lose Jordan Staal, James Neal for weeks; panic time? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Perhaps no other team in the NHL is as accustomed to thriving without star players in the lineup than the Pittsburgh Penguins. After all: Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Jordan Staal have only played together a handful of times in Continue reading … Go here to read the rest

Penguins dealing with more injuries Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins, who have been plagued by injuries, will be dealing with even more. … Continued here

This week on "In The Room" Source: The Pensblog
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Pens confirm Staal out 4-6 weeks; Neal has broken foot Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma has confirmed that center Jordan Staal will be sidelined for 4-6 weeks due to a left knee injury. Yesterday, we reported that team sources believed Staal had a grade 2/3 MCL sprain based on early evaluation Meanwhile, the Penguins were dealt another blow. Left winger James Neal has a broken … Read more here

James Neal has a broken foot, Staal’s out 6 weeks, Adams takes arrow to knee Source: The Pensblog
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Neal, Staal sidelined for weeks – 01-08-11 Source: Empty Netters
This just keeps finding a new low. … The rest is here

Staal Out 4-6 Weeks; Neal Out "Weeks" Source: penguins.nhl.com
When it rains it pours. The Penguins received some more bad news on the injury front Sunday … Read more

Craig Adams gets hurt at practice Source: The Pensblog
Via Josh Yohe : … Read more

Empty Netter Assists – 01-08-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “We give up a couple of goals, and everybody’s attitude [stinks] afterward. … The rest is here

Video: Off Day: Pascal Dupuis (1/8/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis talks to reporters following practice on Sunday. … Click here to view video

Video: Coach’s Corner: Off Day (1/8/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following practice on Sunday. … See video here

STATS: The elusive 136 coaching win. Source: The Pensblog
Dan Bylsma is going for coaching win 136. The last time this happened, around February 16, 2009: From the trib : Therrien was the only coach Shero had known since replacing former general manager Craig Patrick on May 25, 2006. He also was one of the most successful bench bosses in team history, with a 135-105-32 overall record after replacing Eddie Olczyk on Dec … More here

Faith in Fehr: NHLPA head holds steady on realignment Source: Tribune-Review
The NHLPA’s decision to obliterate the NHL’s realignment plan rocked the hockey world. Yet standing steady following Friday’s news is Donald Fehr, the executive director of the NHLPA who orchestrated the surprise move. … See the rest here

Devils extend Pens’ losing streak to four Source: Tribune-Review
Ilya Kovalchuk and Adam Henrique each had a goal and an assist and the New Jersey Devils handed the Pittsburgh Penguins their fourth consecutive loss Saturday. … Go here to read the rest

Baby Pens’ resiliency credit to coach Source: Tribune-Review
Under John Hynes, the Baby Pens have lost a game by three goals or more 14 times. In the games immediately following those losses, they’re 11-2-1. … Read this article

Staal has bum knee; sits out Devils game Source: Tribune-Review
Center Jordan Staal did not play Saturday against New Jersey, only 24 hours after he injured his left knee against the Rangers. … Read more

Saturday’s Three Stars: Briere’s winning hatty; Doan, Iginla hit milestones (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Danny Briere, Philadelphia Flyers It was a pretty memorable day for Briere … See the article here

Canucks slip past Bruins in 4-3 win Source: Post Gazette
The Vancouver Canucks would not let the Bruins push them around anymore Saturday and left with something they could not get in the Stanley Cup finals last spring — a win in Boston. … More here

On the Penguins: Bruins playing like a repeat is possible Source: Post Gazette
Critiquing the performances of NHL players and teams at midseason is a lot like taking a poll of potential voters three months before an election. Accurate as the snapshot might be of that point in time, it’s no guarantee of how things will play out. … More

Reactions vary after latest loss Source: Post Gazette
Some things, well, they simply can’t be disputed. Like that the Penguins, after a 3-1 defeat by New Jersey Saturday night at Consol Energy Center, have lost four consecutive games, their worst slump this season. That they have lost the past three of those by the same score. … View post

NHL union wary of proposed realignment Source: Post Gazette
One of the early messages to players from Donald Fehr, first-year executive director of the NHL Players Association, was that he wanted a lot of communication. Apparently, that’s happening. The NHL nixed a realignment plan for next season Friday because the NHLPA declined to approve it … Read this article

Pens – Devils Post-Game Buzz & Reactions: Woes continue; Orpik calls out offense and Malkin? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pens-Devils Post Game Buzz The Pittsburgh Penguins(21-15-4, 46 pts) dropped their fourth straight game tonight, losing to the New Jersey Devils (23-16-2, 48 pts) 3-1, and frustrations inside the Penguins locker room is starting to become evident. … Continued here

Fans at Consol becoming unglued? Source: The Pensblog
Incredible story here. Looking for any other eyewitnesses to come forward. … Continued here

Devils extend Pens’ losing streak to four, 3-1 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The New Jersey Devils are not worried when they have to play short-handed. … Read more

Pens Honor A True Hero Source: penguins.nhl.com
We sing the National Anthem before every Penguins game to be thankful for our freedom. Tonight the Penguins honored Wally Miller, a coroner in Somerset County, for working diligently on the Shanksville crash site. He provided comfort to fami… … Excerpt from

Penguins fall short, 3-1, against New Jersey Devils Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins lost their fourth game in a row, 3-1, against the New Jersey Devils tonight at Consol Energy Center. It was their third loss in a row by the same score. … View post

RECAP: Pregnant Woman Punched. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
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SMU 28 – Pitt 6: Pitt doesn’t impress in front of new coach Paul Chryst Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
SMU 28 – Pittsburgh 6 Pitt’s offense without former head coach Todd Graham remained in low gear Saturday afternoon. SMU put up three first-quarter touchdowns, including scoring runs and passes by J.J. McDermott, to beat Pittsburgh 28-6 Saturday in the BBVA Compass Bowl … More here

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Dan Bylsma and the 7 Best Coaches in Pittsburgh Penguins History Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins have had 20 coaches in their long history. Despite their recent success, they had a long period where they just weren’t very good. They’ve also had periods where they’ve stood on top of the mountain … More

Video: Penguins Insider: Wally Miller (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins honored Somerset County Coroner Wally Miller with a signed, personalized jersey to celebrate his efforts at the Flight 93 crash site. … View video

Video: A Fleury of Saves Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury denies Ilya Kovalchuk on a one-on-one chance. … See video here

Video: Errey’s In the Game Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins analyst Bob Errey keeps his eye on the puck when the action comes to him in the first period. … Click here to view video

Video: Malkin Things Happen Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin gets a hold of a one-timer to put the Penguins ahead in the first period. … View video here

Video: Post Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media after the 3-1 loss to the New Jersey Devils. … See this video

Video: Post Game: James Neal (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media after the 3-1 loss to the New Jersey Devils. … Watch here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after the 3-1 loss to the New Jersey Devils. … To see video click here

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

PensHead Daily Links 01-05-2012

Thursday, January 5th, 2012

Malkin to Join NHL Live at 6:45 p.m. Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins center Evgeni Malkin will be one of the guests for Thursday’s Cisco NHL Live,which is broadcast on the NHL Network. … See more here

Double trouble – 01-05-11 Source: Empty Netters
Despite having to contend with injuries to all-stars such as Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin this season, the Penguins are one of eight teams with five or more players who have double-digit figures in goals: Devils Number of Scorers Players (Goals) Devils 7 David Clarkson (15)Patrik Elias (13)Zach Parise (13)Ilya Kovalchuk (12)Dainius Zubrus (11)Adam Henrique (10)Pet … … Read more here

Host Senators assured 4 All-Star starters (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By IRA PODELL AP Sports Writer … More

The All-Star Game is Still a Joke… But Does Anyone Care? Source: The Pensblog
The “top six” vote-getters for the 2012 NHL All-Star Game have been announced and – surprise surprise – a lot of them are Ottawa Senators. The game will be taking place in Ottawa this year on January 29. … Follow this link

Pittsburgh Penguins Alumni to Host Texas Hold Em Poker Tournament Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins Alumni Association will host its first-ever Texas Hold Em Poker Tournament at The Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh on Thursday, January 12 to benefit breast cancer awareness, the Mario Lemieux Foundation and the Alumni’s S… … Continued here

WVU has record night to improve to 3-0 all-time in BCS games Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
WVU 70 – Clemson 33 West Virgnia showed once again not to bet against them in BCS games. … Read this article

Video: Off Day: Pascal Dupuis (1/5/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis talks to reporters following practice on Thursday. … To see video click here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off Day (1/5/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following practice on Thursday. … See this video

Video: Off Day: Jordan Staal (1/5/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to reporters following practice on Thursday. … View video here

2012 Fan Predictions for the Pittsburgh Penguins (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
I’ve got high hopes for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the upcoming NHL season of 2012. Here is a list of anticipated goals and achievements I have for the team next year. Sidney Crosby’s Return Sidney Crosby, one of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ key star players, returned to the… … View post

Dupuis likely to play vs Rangers Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Winger Pascal Dupuis who has been nursing an upper body injury suffered in Saturday’s loss to New Jersey, is a full participant in today’s practice as the Penguins go through preparations for the New York Rangers. Dupuis is skating on the second line with Jordan Staal and Tyler Kennedy. Dupuis is considered likely to play … Read more here

Bortuzzo participating in first practice since suffering concussion Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Defenseman Robert Bortuzzo is participating in his first practice since suffering a concussion against the Philadelphia Flyers on Dec 8. Bortuzzo is expected to be sent down to Wilkes Barre/Scranton once fully healthy. The Penguins will be getting defenseman Paul Martin back in the lineup tomorrow night vs the Rangers. … Read the rest here

VIDEO: Ranger fan gets destroyed by Flyer fans Source: The Pensblog
Here is the video to the corresponding dumbest criminal ever story from yesterday: The guy that did some damage had a double j jersey on. Man … See more here

Zero Penguins voted to NHL All-Star Game Source: Post Gazette
The six players who locked up spots in the game are Boston goalie Tim Thomas, defensemen Erik Karlsson (Ottawa) and Dion Phaneuf (Toronto) and forwards Daniel Alfredsson, Jason Spezza and Milan Michalek, all of Ottawa. … Read more

Penguins Report: 1/5/12 Source: penguins.nhl.com
10:15 AM: Hello all and good morning from CONSOL Energy Center! The Pens are scheduled for an 11 a.m. practice after taking Wednesday off. This is the last day of their much-needed five-day break, as the Penguins have a pair of back-to-backs … … Continue reading here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-05-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Injuries have hurt the Penguins’ chances for the All-Star Lame Game . -Brad Thiessen made 18 saves for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins in a 5-1 loss to the Norfolk Admirals . -Wilkes-Barre/Scrant … … Read the rest here

Best of 2011 fails Source: The Pensblog
It's either this or talk about Ben Lovejoy for some reason. … See the rest here

Stunned Pic of the Night: 01.05.12 Source: The Pensblog
@ShawnG71 Looking for the stunned Lamoriello pic from last night, too. Also, it's not really the appropriate setting for this, but we want to send our thoughts and prayers to the Armitage family … See the article here

Sabres set to welcome back reinforcements Source: Tribune-Review
After spending the past month losing one player after another to injury, the Sabres are preparing to welcome back a number of healthy players. … See more here

Tortorella sorry for ripping refs at the Classic Source: Tribune-Review
Rangers coach John Tortorella told reporters at the team’s practice facility that he was sorry for calling the officiating in the Winter Classic “disgusting.” … Read more

Power play is staying energized for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
The power play that betrayed the Penguins in the 2011 playoffs has become an undeniable part of this season’s success. … View post

Bruins devour Devils, Brodeur Source: Post Gazette
Patrice Bergeron scored two goals, and Tim Thomas made 30 saves in the Boston Bruins’ 6-1 rout Wednesday night of the host New Jersey Devils. The defending Stanley Cup champions got back on track after their seven-game winning streak was snapped Saturday by Dallas. … The rest is here

Rangers coach handed fine for Classic comments Source: Post Gazette
New York Rangers coach John Tortorella was fined $30,000 by the NHL for critical comments of the league and the officials after the Winter Classic victory against Philadelphia. Just hours after Tortorella publicly apologized for his remarks, the NHL came down hard on the combustible coach Wednesday night … Link

In fan voting, the stars don’t appear to be aligned Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins and NHL All-Stars have been close to synonymous for several seasons. A year ago, the club practically stole the fan voting, taking four of the six spots decided that way. This year … Read this article

Wisconsin’s Dave Huxtable to be named Pitt defensive coordinator Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Tom Bradley to Pitt rumors died pretty quickly. A published report from sports-by-brooks.com on Tuesday indicated that Bradley was Chryst top choice to be the school’s defensive coordinator and would be meeting with Pitt officials later this week. … The rest is here

New England’s Bill O’Brien remains Penn States first choice Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
New England offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien remains Penn State’s first choice as the school’s new head football coach and O’Brien is interviewing for the position on Wednesday. … The rest is here

JOBBER OF THE WEEK: Flyers fan commits crime, brags about it on Facebook, will probably go to jail Source: The Pensblog
Dumb criminal, or dumbest criminal ever. This story may have won the Internet. Broad Street Hockey with the early read-of-the-year . On January 2, 2012, at 7: 15pm , three unknown males wearing Philadelphia Flyers Jerseys assaulted two males while at Geno's Steaks located at 1200 South 9th Street … Visit link

PensHead Daily Links 01-04-2012

Wednesday, January 4th, 2012

Top prospect Simon Despres named to AHL All-Star game Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins and American Hockey League announced today that Penguins right winger Colin McDonald and defenseman Simon Despres have been selected to the Eastern Conference All-Star Team at the 2012 AHL All-Star Classic, to be held Jan. … The rest is here

Tortorella sorry for ripping refs at Classic (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PHILADELPHIA – Too bad HBO’s “24/7″ cameras were packed up. New York Rangers coach John Tortorella had one final Winter Classic sound bite in the aftermath of his critical post-game comments following an otherwise ideal showcase game: … See the rest here

Tortorella sorry for ripping refs at the Classic (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Too bad HBO’s “24/7″ cameras were packed up. New York Rangers coach John Tortorella had one final Winter Classic sound bite in the aftermath of his critical postgame comments following an otherwise ideal showcase game: An apology … The rest is here

Baby Penguins chosen for AHL All-Star game Source: Post Gazette
First-year pro defenseman Simon Despres and winger Colin McDonald today were named to the Eastern Conference team of the American Hockey League All-Star Classic. … Follow this link

Badgers Move Up Charts Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sometimes the right attitude is all you need. That’s the case with the Allegheny Badgers whose spirits have helped propel this Squirt AA team to among the best in the nation. As of December 14, they are ranked as 27th out of nearly 30… … More

McDonald Validates Scoring Talents Source: penguins.nhl.com
Colin McDonald’s offensive talents are not a fluke. … View post

Despres Adds All-Star to Resume Source: penguins.nhl.com
Defenseman Simon Despres gave Penguins fans a glimpse of one of the future team cornerstones during his 13-game NHL stint in Pittsburgh. For Despres, who was returned to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Sunday, his yearlong accolades continue