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PensHead Daily Links 01-22-2012

Sunday, January 22nd, 2012


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Pittsburgh Penguins: Evgeni Malkin’s Renewed Swagger Enough to Help Win Cup Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins ‘ six-game winning streak hasn’t been a spontaneous event. They’ve been led by the dominant Evgeni Malkin, who has scored at least one goal in each of his last six games. His chemistry with James Neal has been reminiscent of the Mario Lemieux-Jaromir Jagr days of the early 1990s. The Penguins haven’t looked this great since Sidney Crosby ‘s 25-game point streak early last year. … See more here

Malkin’s OT goal gives Penguins 4-3 win over Capitals Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins extended their winning streak to six games with a 4-3 overtime victory against the Washington Capitals today at Consol Energy Center. … Link

Malkin scores in OT as Penguins nip Capitals (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Evgeni Malkin can’t really explain what’s going on with the Pittsburgh Penguins … Excerpt from

Malkin scores in OT as Penguins nip Capitals 4-3 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Evgeni Malkin can’t really explain what’s going on with the Pittsburgh Penguins. He’d rather just enjoy the ride. … Continue reading here

Beast Mode Source: penguins.nhl.com
As the Penguins locker room opened for post-game interviews, the media beelined for Evgeni Malkin’s stall as his teammates playfully cheered him on. .roundedcornr_box { background: #e4e4e4; float: right; margin: 0 10px;… … Visit link

Shanaban time for Alex Ovechkin after leaping hit on Penguins’ Zbynek Michalek? (Video) (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
There are a lot of labels Alex Ovechkin has yet to shake in his NHL career. One that’s stuck since his early days with the Washington Capitals: That he leaves his skates on too many of his booming checks … More here

Malkin scores winner as Penguins nip Capitals 4-3 (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer … See the article here

Malkin and Neal again, Pens win in OT. Source: The Pensblog
James Neal tied. Malkin ended it. Malkin and Neal are becoming the scariest combo in the league. … Read the rest here

Endgame: Penguins 4, Capitals 3 (OT) Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Malkin leads Pens to sixth straight win Source: Tribune-Review
Evgeni Malkin did it again. … See the rest here

Video: Post Game: Evgeni Malkin (1/22/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin talks to the media following today’s win over the Washington Capitals. … Video here

Video: Post Game: James Neal (1/22/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media following today’s win over the Washington Capitals. … See video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/22/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media following today’s win over the Washington Capitals. … View video

Video: Moves Like Malkin Source: penguins.nhl.com
After a dizzying display of moves, Evgeni Malkin heads to the net and jams it home to win it for the Penguins in OT. … To see video click here

THIRD PERIOD: Hold on to your butts, 2-2 Source: The Pensblog
Vintage 2-0 blown lead by the Pens. The Capitals came storming back to tie it … The rest is here

VIDEO: A.O.’S leaping headshot to Michalek Source: The Pensblog
This happened early in the second period. A text book charge and possible headshot. You be the judge: Ovechkin was not called for a penalty on the play. … More

SECOND PERIOD: Dominating period, but tons of hockey to be played. Source: The Pensblog
Pens up 2-0, but lets not start sucking each other balls yet. Plenty of hockey left. Letang made it 1-0, and then Neal and Malkin hooked up again to make it 2-0 … More

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FIRST PERIOD: Malkin vs A.O., get your stream here Source: The Pensblog
Nothing would be better than actually beating the caps in Pittsburgh. Stream after readmore via @hockeyburgh Stream here … Read the rest here

@pghpenguins: Richard Park is just 1 goal away from him 100th career @NHL goal. – http://twitpic.com/8af7lj

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (1/22/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection plays is from Jan.12, 2012. … Video here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (1/22/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Nemacolin Big 5 video features five questions with #58 Kris Letang. … Watch here

Joe Paterno passes away at age 85 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The family of Joe Paterno confirmed this morning that the coaching legend passed away today at age 85. Paterno was pronounced dead at 9:25 am, just 73 days after being fired by Penn State. Paterno died from complications of lung cancer and he was reported to be gravely ill on Saturday and the Paterno family … Go here to read the rest

Gameday 48 – Capitals Source: The Pensblog
Washington Capitals (25-19-2) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (26-17-4) 12:30 pm/et TV: NBC, NHLN-CA Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA Evgeni Malkin is picking up points like it's his job, which it is. Since December 1st he has 16 goals and 16 assists for 32 points … Excerpt from

Capitals at Penguins – 01-22-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM Apologies for the late start today. The Parkway East was just lovely this morning: -It’s chilly but sunny day in Pittsburgh. Good hockey weather. … Link

Penguins Re-Assign Forward Jason Williams to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned forward Jason Williams to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Williams, 31, was recalled by Pittsburgh on Frid… … Go here to read the rest

About the Capitals – 01-22-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Capitals. When and where: 12:30 p.m. … Visit link

Empty Netter Assists – 01-22-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” In the past, I’ve just felt like a call-up guy. This time, I really feel like, with the way I’m playing and the way I’ve fit in, I could really be a part of something down the road if I continue to play the way I’m playing .” – Penguins forward Eric Tangardi (right). … Continued here

Fan Guide vs. Washington Capitals Source: penguins.nhl.com
12:30 PM Ticketmaster | Ticket Exchange | Student Rush Don’t have a ticket yet? It’s not too late. … More

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (1/22/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before today’s game against the Washington Capitals. … Watch here

Bylsma, Fleury Co-Winners of Dapper Dan Award Source: penguins.nhl.com
Last season the Penguins suffered 350 man-games lost – including missing significant players like Sidney Crosby (41), Evgeni Malkin (39) and Jordan Staal (39). Despite having a depleted lineup, the Pens finished tied in points for the Atlant… … More here

Malkin mania puts Ovechkin in the shadows Source: Tribune-Review
“He’s the top player in the league,” Alex Ovechkin said of Evgini Malkin Saturday at Consol Energy Center. “Malkin right now dominates.” … See more here

MacIntyre still working to improve in minors Source: Tribune-Review
Steve MacIntyre’s climb to the NHL was an unusual one. From the time he turned pro in 2000 until his debut with the Edmonton Oilers in 2008, he played for eight teams in six leagues, four of which no longer exist. … See the rest here

Canadiens’ Subban fined for trip of Kunitz Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL fined Montreal defenseman PK Subban $2,500 for a “dangerous trip” of Penguins left wing Chris Kunitz during Friday’s game at Consol Energy Center. Subban used his left foot to kick out Kunitz’s skates from behind, causing him to fall feet-first into the boards behind Montreal’s net. … See the article here

Crosby in California to see spine specialist Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins star is in California receiving treatment from Dr. Robert S. Bray, a neurological spine specialist … The rest is here

Penguins’ Tangradi adjusts to NHL role Source: Post Gazette
This is not the first time Eric Tangradi has made the trip from Wilkes-Barre. Not even close. But this promotion, he said, seems different than the others … Go here to read the rest

Paul Martin Powerball: 01.22.12 Source: The Pensblog
Running Twitter contest for the rest of the season. We will be raising the pot every game. How to play: 1. … Continue reading here

Penguins Notebook: Retirement not part of Crosby’s agenda Source: Post Gazette
Sidney Crosby has seen a lot of concussion specialists lately. Likely has heard something a bit different from each of them. But what Crosby has not been told by any, general manager Ray Shero said Saturday, is that he should consider sitting out the rest of this season, let alone walking away from the game for good … See the rest here

On the Penguins: Who’s who of who might be available Source: Post Gazette
Since replacing Craig Patrick as general manager in 2006, Ray Shero has not been one to let the NHL’s trade deadline slip by unnoticed. Here’s a sampling of his moves on and around the deadline: 2007: Brought in Gary Roberts and Georges Laraque for toughness. … See more here

Canadiens’ Subban fined $2,500 for trip (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Montreal Canadiens defenseman P.K. Subban was fined $2,500 by the NHL on Saturday for a dangerous trip of Pittsburgh Penguins forward Chris Kunitz. The play occured at 17:21 of the third period of Friday’s game at Pittsburgh and no penalty was assessed. … Continue reading here

Savard holds out hope of playing again (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Boston Bruins center Marc Savard has not given up hope that can overcome his concussion-like symptons and eventually return to the ice. He also realizes the odds are again him. … Continue reading here

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Caps Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (26-17-4) vs. CAPITALS (25-19-2) WHEN: Jan. 22, 2012 – 12:30 pm | WHERE: CONSOL Energy Center WATCH: NBC | LISTEN: Penguins 24/7 Radio, 105.9 FM … … See more here

bluejetjane has added a photo to the pool: #46 Joe Vitale of the Pens faces off with #23 Ville Leino of the Sabres at the Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh. I took this shot back in October, and unfortunately the Pens lost to Buffalo 3-2. I still managed to have fun night though, as it was my first trip to the Consol :)

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Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/22/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down today’s game against the Washington Capitals. … To see video click here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-08-2011

Thursday, December 8th, 2011

Penguins F Crosby hopeful of skating Friday (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby did not suffer a concussion after taking his latest big hit and should skate again by Friday. Crosby sat out Thursday’s game against Philadelphia and will skip Saturday’s game against the Islanders. … The rest is here

Pens-Flyers In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
6:40 PM: Lots to report from the Pens’ first visit of the season to the City of Brotherly Love. The Pens will be without captain Sidney Crosby, as he’s sitting out tonight’s game and Saturday’s tilt in Long Island as a precautionary measu… … See more here

Puck Previews: Penguins vs. Flyers; Sharks demote Marleau (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Back by popular demand, 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. Continue reading … Go here to read the rest

Wild life: Meet Minnesota, the best team in the NHL (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Forget the trap. … See the article here

Gameday 29 – Flyers Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (16-8-4) @ Philadelphia Flyers (16-7-3) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, NHLN-US , CSN-PH Wells Fargo Center – Philadelphia, PA We're not sure what is more sad: The fact that Sidney Crosby isn't playing tonight or the fact that the fans in Philadelphia will still chant “CROSBY SUCKS” whenever they get the chance. The Flyers are 7-3-0 in their last ten and they're one point behind the Penguins for the Atlantic Division and Eastern Conference lead. They've played two fewer games than the Penguins. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins at Flyers – 12-08-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from: -The wrong side of the State. -We acted like a mega-lame tourist last night and hit up an institution of this city: (Pretty average foot by the way … Continued here

Crosby “being smart” by sitting out 2 games (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby hopes to skate again as early as Friday after being assured by his doctors that he does not have another concussion. … See the article here

No indication Sidney Crosby sustained another concussion (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Even though Sidney Crosby will sit out the next two games, there is no indication the Pittsburgh Penguins star has sustained another concussion. Crosby and coach Dan Bylsma said on the team’s website they are just being especially cautious. … Read more

Philadelphia Flyers & Pittsburgh Penguins Lines For Tonight’s Game Source: The Pensblog
Pens and Flyers for the first time this year. It's weird that these two teams played each other three times in October last season , but that they haven't met until now this year. Pittsburgh Penguins Lines from Penguins.NHL.com : Steve Sullivan – Evgeni Malkin – James Neal Chris Kunitz – Jordan Staal – Tyler Kennedy Matt Cooke – Joe Vitale – Pascal Dupuis Arron Asham – Craig Adams – Steve MacIntyre Roberto Bortuzzo – Brooks Orpik Simon Despres – Paul Martin Alexandre Picard – Matt Niskanen Marc-Andre Fleury Philadelphia Flyers Lines from Empty Netters : Scott Hartnell – Claude Giroux – Jaromir Jagr James van Riemsdyk – Daniel Briere – Wayne Simmonds Matt Read – Maxime Talbot – Jakub Voracek Harry Zolnierczyk – Sean Couturier – Zac Rinaldo Kimmo Timonen – Braydon Coburn Matt Carle – Marc-Andre Bourdon Andrej Meszaros – Kevin Marshall Ilya Bryzgalov/Sergei Bobrovsky The Flyers played last night and Bryzgalov was in net, so it's not known if he'll play tonight as well … View post

Puck Headlines: Ovechkin, Bourdon unpunished; Sutton suspended (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. Devin Dubnyk makes it rain … Read more here

Welcome back Mac… Intyre? – 12-09-11 Source: Empty Netters
(We really wanted that headline to work. Sorry.) Another day, another injury related development with the Penguins. This one is positive however … The rest is here

Video: IN THE ROOM: Trailer Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens TV’s new all-access show, In The Room, debuts Friday, December 9, 2011. … See video here

Video: Civic Arena Roof Ornaments Source: penguins.nhl.com
Katie O gives you info on how to order these one of a kind Christmas Ornaments being made out of the old Civic Arena roof. … Watch video here

Sidney Crosby Update Source: The Pensblog
Yes, we're back to doing these… … Read this article

Crosby: I Just Want to be Smart with This Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma said that there is no indication that Sidney Crosby has a concussion at this time and that holding him out of the lineup for the next two games is simply a precautionary step. … Visit link

Post-Morning Skate Update: Engelland not ready to return & Game Day Tidbits Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Update & Tidbits — The Philadelphia Flyers (16-7-3, 35 pts) have a chance to surpass the Penguins (16-8-4, 36 pts) for the best record in the Eastern Conference tonight. Coming off a 5-4 come from behind OT win last night vs Buffalo, Philadelphia has won three straight and entering tonight’s game averaging a … Follow this link

Bruins’ hits make Penguins cautious with Crosby Source: Post Gazette
PHILADELPHIA — Penguins coach Dan Bylsma said today that center Sidney Crosby “took a couple of hits” against Boston Monday night and “didn’t feel 100 percent after the game.” … Read the rest here

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Penguins say Crosby doesn’t have concussion Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins star Sidney Crosby felt a slight headache following Wednesday’s practice, which prompted the team to make the decision that he would miss the next two games. … More here

Dejan Kovacevic chat transcript Source: Tribune-Review
View a transcript of Tribune-Review sports columnist Dejan Kovacevic’s weekly chat with readers. … Continued here

Pens Morning Skate: Looks like MacIntyre will come off IR for tonight’s game Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pens Pre-Game Buzz Penguins forward Richard Park traveled with the team to Philadelphia but Park will not be able to give it a go for tonight’s game due to a leg injury, leaving the Penguins down to activating Steve MacIntyre off of Injured Reserve or recalling a forward if the team wants to dress 12 … Read more

Pittsburgh Penguins: 4 Philadelphia Flyers to Watch in Cross-State Matchup Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins will take on the Philadelphia Flyers tonight for the first time this season. Injury news has once again dominated the coverage surrounding the Pens. Previously, Kris Letang and Zbynek Michalek were sidelined with a concussion … Visit link

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers: The 2010-2011 Season Source: The Pensblog
It's going to be a big, emotional game against the Flyers tonight. Even if Jaromir Jagr and Max Talbot weren't wearing orange and black, it would still be our first look at the new look, 2011-2012 Philadelphia Flyers and it would still be a game between two of the biggest rivals in the league. … Read more here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears and Sam Kasan break down tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Paul Martin (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Paul Martin talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Brooks Orpik (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … Watch here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Craig Adams (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Craig Adams talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … See video here

Jerry Sandusky posts $250,000 bail Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Jerry Sandusky didn’t last long in jail. The Associated Press is reporting that Sandusky has posted $250,000 bail after spending a night in jail, following new child sex abuse charges filed against him. … Follow this link

Canada Taking Skilled Approach at World Juniors Source: penguins.nhl.com
CALGARY — If Team Canada is going to earn its first gold medal at the World Junior Championship since 2009, it is skill that will give them the opportunity. That’s what Hockey Canada is expecting after announcing the 41 hopefuls who earned in… … Read more here

Morrow, Harrington One Step Closer to World Juniors Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins prospects Joseph Morrow and Scott Harrington thoroughly impressed at Pittsburgh’s training camp in September, earning long looks with the team. … The rest is here

Penguins vs. Flyers: ‘Dishonorable’ Jaromir Jagr fuels the feud (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
After the staged histrionics of the Flyers/Rangers feud this season, it’s nice to have an authentic blood-rivalry over which to salivate. The Pittsburgh Penguins and the Philadelphia Flyers hate each other only slightly less than their fans hate each other, Continue reading … More here

6 things to know about the Flyers Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. Read more for the breakdown… 1. … Read the rest here

Penguins Report: Game Day at Philadelphia Source: penguins.nhl.com
Crosby out for next 2 games (10:10 AM). … Read this article

Max Talbot: The road to December 8th Source: The Pensblog
(Re-posted from October 3rd) To put in perspective how long Max Talbot wore a Penguins uniform, he probably accepted a pass or two from Mario Lemieux during game action. Talbot made the 2005-2006 opening-night roster and played 48 games, scoring 5G 3A . The most memorable moment of that first season was his first career NHL goal: He played the rest of that 2005-2006 season in Wilkes-Barre, but Pens fans knew he'd be back. He was scrappy; he was little; you rooted for him. A handful of games into the 2006-2007 season, he returned to Pittsburgh and didn't leave until July 1, 2011. If we had to pinpoint something memorable he did during the 06-07 season, it was helping to ignite the furious comeback in Washington. Interestingly enough, his 13 goals that season is his career-high. Not kidding. Then came the 2007-2008 season. We're guessing this is when that first A&L commercial came out. His popularity among Pens fans exploded, and he was still committed to bringing everything he had, even though he was a victim of the High Ankle Sprain curse that swept throughout the Pens locker room. The playoffs came around, and the Pens rolled through the Eastern Conference. In Game Two of the ECF against the Flyers, he scored a huge goal to put the Pens in front halfway through the third. We remember this because, one, it was a huge goal, two, there's a great pic of it and, three, Gary Roberts assisted on it … Continued here

DVE: Mario Douchebag Jagr Source: The Pensblog
DVE with the parody song. You can listen here . For some reason it isn't embedding. … The rest is here

Jaromir Jagr: The road to December 8th Source: The Pensblog
Let this sentence live forever on the Internet… We will always be fans of Double J. But there was definitely a period in there where we despised him and we booed him from time to time. … Excerpt from

About the Flyers – 12-08-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Flyers. When and where: 7 p.m. … Visit link

Crosby stays home as precaution Source: Post Gazette
Sidney Crosby got hit a few times Monday in the Penguins 3-1 loss against Boston, once in a collision with linemate Chris Kunitz, and the aftereffects have grounded the Penguins captain and center. … More here

Concussion lessons need to start early (The Victoria Times Colonist) Source: Yahoo Sports
Former NHLer Geoff Courtnall speaks out on debilitating injury … Read more

VIDEO: Is Krejci’s elbow the reason Crosby is out? Source: The Pensblog
Beast work by Mike Colligan over at the hockey writers . A lot of people thought the collision with Kunitz is what knocked Crosby out of the lineup, but this video may be the smoking gun: Colligan's story is a must read Little tid-bit here: After a neutral zone faceoff , Crosby slashed Krejci in the leg causing the Bruins center to chop back … Read more

RNH leading the way for rookie class in NHL Source: Tribune-Review
He was the No. 1 pick, he’s been compared to The Great One, and he definitely is one to watch in the NHL. Indeed, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has long been worthy of top billing. … Read more here

Former Penguins GM joins Columbus’ staff Source: Tribune-Review
The Columbus Blue Jackets named former Penguins general manager and coach Craig Patrick their senior advisor of hockey operations. … The rest is here

Starkey: Talbot criticism ludicrous Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins weren’t “loyal” to Max Talbot in the form of offering a raise, nor were they obligated to be so. Business is business. … Go here to read the rest

Pens prep to meet former teammate Talbot Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins visit the Flyers at Wells Fargo Center, and Max Talbot has found a new home in Philadelphia, posting six goals and six assists in 25 games. … Read the rest here

Penguins star Crosby to sit as ‘precaution’ Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins are coming off a physical home loss in which Sidney Crosby banged knees with left wing Chris Kunitz in the third period, but neither missed a shift. … Read this article

Penguins’ Orpik: Jagr talk is ‘for the fans’ Source: Tribune-Review
Jaromir Jagr publicly flirted with the Penguins before signing a one-year, $3.3 million deal with the Flyers in the offseason. … Continue reading here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-08-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Sidney Crosby (above) will miss the next two games as a precaution due to an apparent head ailment . … Follow this link

Thriving Jagr focuses on present, not any what ifs Source: Post Gazette
Sometimes, you can learn a lot by watching someone when they do not realize anyone’s looking. … Read the rest here

Patrick joins Columbus staff Source: Post Gazette
The struggling Columbus Blue Jackets Wednesday named former Penguins general manager Craig Patrick, a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame and a two-time Stanley Cup champion, as their new senior advisor of hockey operations. … View post

Giroux earns big accolades from Talbot Source: Post Gazette
Philadelphia center Max Talbot got a close look at what makes longtime friend and former teammate Sidney Crosby of the Penguins tick, particularly the incredible focus and work ethic. In his first season with the Flyers, Talbot sees a lot of those qualities in center Claude Giroux … Continued here

Stunned Pic Of The Night: 12.7 Source: The Pensblog
When/where/who : December 7th, Buffalo, some Sabres douchebag after the Flyers win in OT. Stunned type: The Buffalo douche stance. … View post

So, the Islanders are still bizarre Source: The Pensblog
via the SportsGrid : The New York Islanders have a t-shirt gatling gun. Maybe that is why Crosby didn't make the road trip? … Read this article

Penguins vs. Flyers Scouting Report Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins Overall: 16-8-4-36 Home: 8-2-2-18 Road: 8-6-2-18 WHEN: Dec. 8, 2011 – 7:00… … See the article here

Video: Scouting Report: Philadelphia (12/7/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details on what’s in store for the Pens as they head to the City of Brotherly Love. … See this video

Video: Radio Rewind: Dan Potash (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dan Potash drops in with Steve Mears at Kids Open Practice. … Click here to view video

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PensHead Daily Links 10-26-2011

Wednesday, October 26th, 2011

The NHL’s great goalie debate (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
It could be a matter of parity. Perhaps it’s a problem with perception. … See the rest here

Penguins to wear purple jerseys in warm ups – 10-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins will wear commemorative purple jerseys during warms ups prior to Thursday’s game against the Islanders. The jerseys will be auctioned off to benefit the NHL’s “Hockey Fights Cancer” charity. No word yet if the Penguins plan on serving pancakes to the Islanders following the game. … Read the rest here

Video: Pens Insider: Ice Crew Photo Shoot (10/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Members of the Ice Crew model PensGear items for the Fall catalog at the CONSOL Energy Center. … Watch here

Video: Scouting Report: NY Islanders (10/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo lets us in on what to expect as the Penguins head into game 2 of a home-and-home series with the NY Islanders. … Watch here

Penguins Support “Hockey Fights Cancer” Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins players will wear special purple jerseys at their morning skate and pre-game warmup Thursday as the organization supports the NHL’s annual “Hockey Fights Cancer” initiative. … Read the rest here

NHL to make it official: 2012 draft in Pittsburgh Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins and the NHL have scheduled a Thursday afternoon news conference to formally announce what has been widely known for some time: The league’s 2012 entry draft will be held at Consol Energy Center. … The rest is here

Twenty Years Later: Canadiens 4, Penguins 1 – 10-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2011-12 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1991-92 season which led to the second Stanley Cup title in franchise history. … See the article here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (10/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following today’s morning practice. … View video here

Video: Hockey Fights Cancer: Matt Cooke (10/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Join Matt Cooke in the fight against cancer. … View video here

Kovacevic: Put away Sharpie and shake hands Source: Tribune-Review
Pascal Dupuis was signing autographs outside the Penguins’ hotel last week in St. Paul, Minn., moving like an assembly line. … Read more here

PuckFather’s Weekly Honors Source: The Pensblog
Gonna do something a little different rather than my normal bloviating . … Read this article

20th Annual Score Against Hunger Food Drive Set for November 15 Source: penguins.nhl.com
20th Annual Score Against Hunger Food Drive Set for November 15 The Pittsburgh Penguins and CONSOL Energy will host their 20th annual Score Against Hunger Food Drive on Tuesday, November 15 when the Penguins face the Colorado Avalanche at CONSO… … Continued here

Puck Daddy chats with Pittsburgh Penguins’ James Neal about hot start, Gary Roberts training and life on Twitter (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
UNIONDALE, N.Y. — When the Pittsburgh Penguins traded Alex Goligoski to the Dallas Stars for Matt Niskanen and James Neal in February, there was a thought that the now three-time 20-goal scorer would eventually find himself playing alongside Sidney Crosby. … The rest is here

Penguins Report: 10/26/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:22 AM: The Pens are on the ice for practice. Sullivan, Malkin and Michalek are not on the ice (as well as the IR guys: Kennedy and Strait) … Read more


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Flames’ odd-man out awaits his chance to play (The Calgary Herald) Source: Yahoo Sports
Babchuk has been defensive scratch since Oct. 15 … Follow this link

Fleury steers Penguins to victory Source: Tribune-Review
The teamwork that has made the Penguins so good without their stars over the past two seasons is nice. … The rest is here

Park’s experience, playmaking invaluable Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins knew they were acquiring a speedy, versatile player when they agreed to terms with center Richard Park this summer. … See the rest here

Fleury Rewarded With First Shutout Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury has been putting together an outstanding stretch of goaltending for the Penguins – and on Tuesday, he was rightfully rewarded with his first shutout of the season (and 20th of his career) in a 3-0 victory over New York Isla… … Go here to read the rest

Tuesday’s Three Stars: BJs actually win; Kane feeds on Ducks (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Patrick Kane, Chicago Blackhawks Kane set up both Blackhawks goals (one on the prettiest feed of the year), won 7 of 12 faceoffs,and scored the winner in the shootout as the Hawks downed the Anaheim Ducks 3-2. … Go here to read the rest

Empty Netter Assists – 10-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . Welcome back Evgeni Malkin … View post

Fleury nets 1st shutout of season; Malkin returns to Penguins lineup Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins probably did not need Evgeni Malkin in this game. … The rest is here

Best is yet to come for Islanders’ star Tavares Source: Post Gazette
People have known for a while that John Tavares is a pretty fair hockey player. Hey, there is a reason he was the first prospect selected in the 2009 entry draft. … Read this article

Blue Jackets claim 1st win Source: Post Gazette
James Wisniewski made his long-awaited Columbus debut after serving an eight-game suspension, and rookie Ryan Johansen scored his first career goal and added an assist to give the host Blue Jackets their first win of the season, 4-1, Tuesday against the Detroit Red Wings. R.J. … See the article here

Video: UPMC Spotlight: Jordan Staal (10/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The UPMC Penguins Spotlight focuses on Jordan Staal and his stellar performance early this season. … Watch video here

Fleury posts 20th shutout as Pens beat Isles (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
UNIONDALE, N.Y. – Everyone in black and gold raved about the play of Marc-Andre Fleury everyone except for the humble Pittsburgh Penguins goalie. … View post

RECAP: A Colonial Effort. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
Marc-Andre Unreal went on a safari vacation this past summer. But last night, he took a trip into the mouths of the New York Islanders. Fleury turned away all 33 shots he faced and the Penguins cruised to a 3-0 win … See more here

Fleury posts 20th shutout in Pens’ win over Isles (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Everyone in black and gold raved about the play of Marc-Andre Fleury — everyone except for the humble Pittsburgh Penguins goalie. Fleury sheepishly smiled every time he was asked about how he turned away the New York Islanders over and over and led the Penguins to a 3-0 victory Tuesday night for his 20th NHL shutout. … Follow this link

Malkin returns, Penguins defeat Islanders, 3-0 Source: Post Gazette
UNIONDALE. N.Y … Read the rest here

Endgame: Penguins 3, Islanders 0 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Suck it. MAF Shuts the door 3-0. Source: The Pensblog
What a performance by MAF . Dupes, Park and Staal with goals. Postgame is live … Excerpt from

THIRD PERIOD: Pens up 2-0 Source: The Pensblog
Porkchop in the background is not impressed. Jurassic Park with a goal … See the rest here

SECOND PERIOD – Pens Lead Isles 1-0. Streams Available Source: The Pensblog
Little known fact about Long Island is that the pictures are always unreal. … Go here to read the rest

FIRST PERIOD – @ Long Island Source: The Pensblog
Come get some. go pens … Continue reading here

Pens-Islanders In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pens win 3-0 over the NY Islanders. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Over and Out Source: penguins.nhl.com
A quick outlet pass sends Pascal Dupuis off to the races as he beats Evgeni Nabokov on the breakaway. … To see video click here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (10/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dan Bylsma comments on the Penguins 3-0 victory over the Islanders … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Richard Park (10/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Richard Park comments on the Penguins 3-0 victory over the Islanders … Watch here

Video: Post-Game: Evgeni Malkin (10/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin comments on the Penguins 3-0 victory over the Islanders … View video here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (10/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury comments on the Penguins 3-0 victory over the Islanders … See video here

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PensHead Daily Links 10-25-2011

Tuesday, October 25th, 2011

Puck Previews: Pens, Isles renew hostility; Booth’s debut (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Islanders, 7 p.m. ET … Follow this link

Penguins at Islanders – 10-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -No Trevor Gillies. No Steve MacIntyre. No Zenon Konopka … Go here to read the rest

Bylsma To Coach 200th NHL Game Source: penguins.nhl.com
When Dan Bylsma walked through the doors of Nassau Coliseum to make his head coaching debut, he was only thinking about that first game. … View post

Gameday 11 – Islanders Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (6-2-2) @ New York Islanders (3-3-0) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum Stephen S' graphical talents won't be wasted on an Islanders graphic. … See the article here

Puck Headlines: Carey Price vs. pink pads; Doughty still out (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. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Game-Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (10/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Islanders. … Click here to view video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (10/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Islanders. … To see video click here

Video: Score Against Hunger Food Drive Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will hold a food drive Nov. 15 @ CONSOL Energy Center to benefit the greater Pittsburgh Area Community Food Bank. … Click here to view video

Pens’ Malkin game-time decision vs. Islanders (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Penguins center Evgeni Malkin could be back in Pittsburgh’s injury-depleted lineup as soon as Tuesday night. Malkin skated with his teammates Tuesday morning, and coach Dan Bylsma said it would be a game-time decision whether he would play that night against the New York Islanders. Malkin has missed five straight games and seven of eight because of an injured right knee. … Link

Signs point to Malkin returning to lineup tonight Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins (6-2-2, 14pts) @ New York Islanders (3-3-0, 6 pts) Pre-Game Buzz * * * * * * * * Moving on From Last Season? The Penguins and Islanders are all saying the right things, indicating that they have moved from last seasons melee and that tonight is a new season with both teams … Continue reading here

Is there a case for keeping Jacques Martin in Montreal? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
“It’s not like we’re doing everything bad.” Tomas Plekanec, Montreal Canadiens center, after the Habs’ 2-1 loss to Florida. Well, no, but you’re also not doing anything good, which is the problem right now. The Montreal Canadiens are off Continue reading … Read more here

Malkin game-time decision; Islanders starting Nabokov – 10-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
This almost passes as good news these days for the Penguins with regards to injuries. Evgeni Malkin will be a game-time decision for tonight’s road game against the Islanders at 7 p.m . Due to his ailing right knee, he has not played since recording two assists against the Capitals in a 3-2 overtime loss, Oc … … More

Sidney Crosby: 15 Greatest Highlights of His NHL Career so Far Source: Bleacher Report
Sidney Crosby was cleared for contact in practice two weeks ago, but he’s not quite game-ready yet, as NHL.com reported. It’s nearing 11 months since Crosby last played in a game, but if all goes well, it shouldn’t be too long until he’s back in game mode. Since we have no new highlights of Crosby’s 2011-12 NHL season, let’s take a look back at some of his greatest highlights from his career so far … Excerpt from

Video: Great Moments in Penguins History (10/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Bob Grove looks back on arguably the greatest regular season comeback win in Penguins history on October 15, 1991 vs. … View video here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (10/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sam Kasan breaks down tonight’s game against the New York Islanders. … See video here

Video: Game-Day: Richard Park (10/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Richard Park talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Islanders. … To see video click here

Penguins Report: Game Day at NY Islanders Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Nabokov will start in goal for the Isles tonight (10:37 AM). … Continued here

Gary Roberts Joins Twitter Source: The Pensblog
If you don't like Twitter, talk to Gary Roberts about it . Now that Gary Roberts has joined Twitter, Twitter can shut down knowing it has accomplished everything it needs to. … Excerpt from

NHL draft coming to Pittsburgh Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL Entry Draft is returning to Pittsburgh, with a formal announcement set for Thursday afternoon at Consol Energy Center. … Read the rest here

About the Islanders – 10-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Islanders. When and where: 7 p.m., EDT; Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. … Continued here

Jim McVay, local champion Source: penguins.nhl.com
By Mark Boyle Jim McVay is a local champion. … Read more here

Malkin could return tonight vs. Islanders Source: Tribune-Review
Center Evgeni Malkin is with the Penguins in New York and could possibly make his return to the lineup tonight against the Islanders. … Excerpt from

Penguins’ defense takes another hit Source: Tribune-Review
Defenseman Zbynek Michalek will be out four to six weeks with a broken finger, becoming the latest Penguin to suffer an injury. … Go here to read the rest

Empty Netter Assists – 10-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins forward Eric Tangradi (above) survived another hit to the head Saturday . -Dan Bylsma speaks: 130156 -Ben Lovejoy speaks: 130156 -Paul Martin speaks: 130153 -The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins released forward Devin DiDiomete … Read the rest here

Tuesdays With Stoosh 10.25.2011 Source: The Pensblog
In which we find out whether the visitors' locker room at the CEC is large enough for Trevor's cage… Back when the Pens released their 2011-12 schedule, chances are some of the first games you may have looked for – after the Flyers games, of course – were the first couple of games against the Islanders. When the NHL schedule-maker blessed the Pens with this home-and-home series this week, I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t looking forward to it. … Excerpt from

10.22 Twitter Contest Winner Named Source: The Pensblog
Okay, the winner is… Kunitz got the GW at 3:07 of the third. We probably got this wrong too, so if you had the right time let us know … Link

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. New York Islanders Preview: More Brawls to Come? Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins will be taking on the New York Islanders on October 25, 2011. It will be this season’s first meeting between the two teams, who combined for 16 fights in six games last season. What started off as ordinary rough play between two Atlantic Division rivals early in the season exploded into an all-out brawl game on February 11, 2011 … Read this article

NHL Roundup: Flyers’ Pronger injured in 4-2 victory Source: Post Gazette
All Danny Briere could hear were the agonizing screams. Chris Pronger buried his face in his hands after taking a blow to the outside of the right eye, fearful of the worst for his eyesight. … The rest is here

Chances of February Penguins-Islanders fight night repeat unlikely Source: Post Gazette
Could hard feelings resurface when the Penguins play the Islanders tonight on Long Island? Sure, but the Penguins aren’t expecting anything like the Feb. … Link

Oilers might return rookie Nugent-Hopkins to junior team Source: Post Gazette
As impressive as Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has been in his first seven NHL games, the rookie sensation has no guarantee he will remain in the big leagues all season. Nugent-Hopkins leads rookies with five goals and seven points, but the 18-year-old center, taken by the Edmonton Oilers with the No … Excerpt from

Penguins’ Michalek adds to growing injury list Source: Post Gazette
Zbynek Michalek wasn’t having a gangbusters start to the season, save for being part of a near-perfect penalty-killing squad. Things took a turn for the worse for the Penguins defenseman Saturday when a point-blank slap shot taken by New Jersey’s Rod Pelley felled Michalek and left him with a broken finger on his right hand. That happened with 9:18 left in regulation. … The rest is here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Can They Weather the Injury Storm? Source: Bleacher Report
Ever since Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby went down with a concussion in January, the Pens have been able to keep rolling along. … Read more

DOUBLE J Strikes Source: The Pensblog
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Penguins vs. Islanders Scouting Report Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins Overall: 6-2-2-14 Home: 3-1-1-7 Road: 3-1-1-7 WHEN: Oct. 24, 2011 – 7:00 p… … More

NHL Notebook: Penguins lose key defenseman (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Zbynek Michalek became the team’s latest player to join the injury list, and he’ll be out for a while. Michalek will miss four to six weeks with a broken finger on his right hand, the club announced Monday, two days after Michalek was injured… … Read more

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PensHead Daily Links 09-02-2011

Friday, September 2nd, 2011

Bourne Blog: Motivation means being better than the other guy (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The time between your first step into a gym after the season and your first step onto the ice to start training camp can feel like an eternity. … Visit link

Max Talbot Is "Connecting with fans" Source: The Pensblog
Bizarre read over at NHL.com : “I went to an Eagles game last week and I connected with some fans,” he said. “They said we're glad to have you on our side. … See the article here

LINK CITY: James Neal and Kris Letang Training Vids Source: The Pensblog
Links that hope the Pens have a moment of silence all lined up for Kenny. Cool vids from Penguins.com on James Neal and Kris Letang training for the season … More

In 34 Days… Source: The Pensblog
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Inside the mind of Ray Shero Source: The Pensblog
From reader Pittsburghler : My father, being the hoarder that he is, bid on a bunch of crap from The Igloo during one of the auctions. Among his winning bids were some office chairs from the Penguins boardroom, some player lockboxes and a file cabinet from Ray Shero's office. However, the lockboxes and file cabinet were locked, with no keys provided, so we had to hire a locksmith to open them and cut new locks. … Visit link

Video: PensTV Exclusive: Dave Filoni: Ep III Source: penguins.nhl.com
PensTV chats with Pittsburgh native and Star Wars: The Clone Wars Supervising Director, Dave Filoni. New season begins Sept 16 on Cartoon Network! … See this video

Video: PensTV Exclusive: Dave Filoni: Ep II Source: penguins.nhl.com
PensTV chats with Pittsburgh native and Star Wars: The Clone Wars Supervising Director, Dave Filoni. New season begins Sept 16 on Cartoon Network! … Video here

Video: PensTV Exclusive: Dave Filoni: Ep I Source: penguins.nhl.com
PensTV chats with Pittsburgh native and Star Wars: The Clone Wars Supervising Director, Dave Filoni. New season begins Sept 16 on Cartoon Network! … Watch here

Jobber of the Week: Minnesota Dad edition Source: The Pensblog
Every Thursday afternoon, we will be taking time to reflect on the past week and hand out the Jobber of the Week award. It is named in honor of Jake Wheatley, since he is a jobber. “Jobber” actually doesn't even have a definition. It is what it is. This week, we take a look at a Minnesota dad who tried to perform the ol ' twin swap … See the article here

IN 35 DAYS… Source: The Pensblog
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LINK CITY: Concussion Watch, Everyone hates Semin Source: The Pensblog
Links that can't believe it is September. … View post

Federal defendants say Igloo preservation group’s argument without merit Source: Tribune-Review
Preservation Pittsburghs comparison of the planned demolition of the Civic Arena to other projects such as the disposal of contaminated water from Three Mile Island fails because there is no significant federal activity connected to the demolition project, lawyers for the federal government argue in their latest bid to have the lawsuit thrown out. … Read more here

Scouts see Andrew McCutchen joining the 30-30 club as early as next season Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
By John Perrotto It was used to be that a major-league player who joined the 30-30 club had done something very special by hitting 30 home runs and stealing 30 bases in the same season. Then players began to get bigger, faster and stronger in the 1980s and 1990, whether it was by legal means … See the rest here

Vacation post – 09-02-11 Source: Empty Netters
-Happy 68th birthday to former Penguins forward Glen Sather (right). Acquired from the Bruins during the 1969 offseason through an intra-league draft, Sather spent parts of two seasons with the Penguins. In 1969-70, Sather appeared in all 76 of the team’s games and scored 26 points. … Follow this link

Neal’s Increased Comfort Level Has Him Ready for Fresh Start Source: penguins.nhl.com
Here is a look at Penguins forward James Neal during his offseason workouts. Watch as he spends the summer with former Pen Gary Roberts getting ready for the 2011-12 season … Read the rest here

Neal the Burn Source: penguins.nhl.com
Here is a look at Penguins forward James Neal during his offseason workouts. Watch as he spends the summer with former Pen Gary Roberts getting ready for the 2011-12 season. … More here

Hockey Guilty Pleasures: Harrison Mooney edition (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
(Ed. Note: Our series “Puck Daddy’s Guilty Pleasures” features puckheads from all walks of life answering questions about their own hockey-related guilty pleasures … See more here

Video: Summer Workout: James Neal (9/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
PensTV gives you an inside look into Pittsburgh Penguin James Neal’s summer workout as he gets ready for the new season. Video produced by The Score. … View video here

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PensHead Daily Links 03-31-2011

Thursday, March 31st, 2011

Gameday 78 – Lightning Source: The Pensblog
7:30 pm St. Pete Times Forum TV: FSN Yet another big game. This is likely a first-round preview … The rest is here

The Sidney Crosby comeback question (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Even if the Pittsburgh Penguins captain is able to return for the playoffs, how good will he be after a three-month concussion layoff? … Visit link

Puck Headlines: Crosby speaks, Wilson safe, love for Emery (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. The. Great. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Game-Day: Sidney Crosby (3/31/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby speaks after his first official practice with the team in almost three months. … See video here

Video: Game-Day: Dan Bylsma (3/31/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Head Coach Dan Bylsma speaks with reporters prior to his team’s game in Tampa Bay against the Lightning. … View video here

Video: Game-Day Preview v TB (3/31/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
A look at the headlines of the day centering around the Penguins and their game tonight against the Tampa Bay Lightning. … View video here

Sidney Crosby resumes skating with Penguins (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TAMPA, Fla. – Pittsburgh Penguins centre Sidney Crosby, sidelined for nearly three months with a concussion, resumed skating with his teammates Thursday. … Go here to read the rest

Brad Thiessen Named to AHL First All-Star Team Source: penguins.nhl.com
The American Hockey League announced today the 2010-11 AHL First and Second All-Star Teams, as voted by AHL coaches, players and media in each of the league’s 30 member cities. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins goaltender Brad Thiessen has been… … More here

Three Pittsburgh Players Named to Team USA For World Under-18 Championships in Germany Source: penguins.nhl.com
Three Pittsburgh area players have been named to Team USA for the World Under-18 Championship tournament in Germany April 14-24. Goaltender John Gibson (Whitehall), forward JT Miller (Moon/E. … Follow this link

Crosby speaks after first non-contact practice. Source: Chipped Ice
A quick, and perhaps messy, transcription of Penguins C Sidney Crosby’s post-practice media scrum today at St. … Go here to read the rest

Eric Naughton first beats cancer, then Gary Roberts (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
After a battle with Stage 2 Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Eric Naughton began learning how to ice skate and play hockey at age 40. He decided to film a documentary about the journey from his first steps onto the ice to his … Continue reading → … Continue reading here

Crosby practices with teammates Source: Post Gazette
TAMPA, Fla. — Penguins star center Sidney Crosby returned to practice with his teammates this morning, participating in a game-day skate at the St. Pete Times Forum. … See the article here

WB/S classic: Caputi feeds Bonvie Source: The Pensblog
Fresh out of juniors, in only his 2nd career AHL game, Luca Caputi feeds Dennis Bonvie for what would be his final goal of his career. The WB/S Pens eliminated Hershey in the first round of the 2008 playoffs, and would go all the way to the Calder Cup Finals only to lose 4 games to 2 to the Chicago Wolves … See more here

Final: WB/S 4, Norfolk 3 Source: The Pensblog
The WB/S Pens get goals from Brett Sterling (2), Keven Veilleux and Ryan Craig. Thomas sent in this pic of BeastMode about to do some damage: Magic number is 3 to clinch home ice throughout the playoffs. Or something. … Continue reading here

Test Player Post Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Stars are open for business and have begun shopping the injured Richards. Few teams can bring on his salary but the Kings, Sabres and Rangers are among the teams expressing strong interest. The belief has been that the Rangers and Leafs would wait until free agency to pursue Richards. … Read this article

Twitter Contest – Tampa Bay 3/31 Source: The Pensblog
First things first. Congrats to @Clwatt3 for winning the Flyers contest. … Go here to read the rest

Listen To Puck Daddy Radio for Rob Rossi, playoff race debate (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
It's a Thursday edition of Puck Daddy Radio, and we're chatting about the following and much more: Special Guest Star: Rob Rossi of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review on Sidney Crosby's return, the Pittsburgh Penguins playoff chances and the East race. … Continue reading → … Visit link

Comrie back in the lineup tonight Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pre-Game Buzz Penguins forward Mike Comrie, as expected, will return to the lineup after being a healthy scratch Tuesday night against the Philadelphia Flyers. Arron Asham will come out of the lineup. … More

Video: Sidney Crosby Morning Skate (3/31/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby steps on to the ice to practce with his teammates in Tampa Bay before the Penguins face the Lightning. … Watch video here

@pghpenguins: #Pens captain Sidney Crosby participates in the team's morning skate in Tampa Bay – http://twitpic.com/4fch7x

Game Buzz: Pens have matched up well with Bolts but do previous meetings mean nothing? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Home-Ice on the Line Penguins (45-24-8, 98 pts) @ Lightning (41-24-11, 93 pts) Time: 7:38 p.m. | Where: St. … View post

Penguins playoff tickets to go on sale Wednesday Source: Post Gazette
About 2,000 tickets for each of the Penguins’ first two playoff games at Consol Energy Center will go on sale at 10 a.m. Wednesday … Visit link

Penguins Report: Game Day at Tampa Bay Source: penguins.nhl.com
10:58 AM: The Lightning opted not to skate this morning. There will be a familiar face in the Tampa lineup tonight as Ryan Malone will be playing for the first time since missing 21 straight games (and 26 of 27) with a groin injury. 1… … Read more here

Pens Playoff Tickets to go on Sale April 6th Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Tickets to go on sale April 6th A limited number of individual game tickets for the Penguins first two home games of the 2011 Stanley Cup playoffs at CONSOL Energy Center will go on sale to the general public Wednesday, April 6 at 10 a.m. Approximately 2,000 tickets will be available for each game. As … Link

Tickets for First Two Playoff Home Games To Go On Sale Wednesday, April 6 Source: penguins.nhl.com
A limited number of individual game tickets for the Penguins’ first two home games of the 2011 Stanley Cup playoffs at CONSOL Energy Center will go on sale to the general public Wednesday, April 6 at 10 a.m. Approximately 2,000 tick… … More here

The Morning Skate: 3/31 Source: The Pensblog
RLD Hockey is an NHL blog of mine where we take a look at the hot topics around the league on a daily basis. One of our staples is the 'Morning Skate', where I rundown everything going on in the NHL, including predictions on the big games. … More

Tickets here – 03-31-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins will put tickets for their first two home playoff games April 6 at 10 a.m . Approximately 2,000 tickets will be available for each game. … Visit link

About the Lightning – 03-31-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Lightning. … See the article here

The last time the Pens played Tampa Source: The Pensblog
Go read the recap. Crosby's name was actually mentioned. Apparently this was the game where Crosby got hit by Hedman, too. … The rest is here

Penguins’ Jeffrey to undergo surgery on injured knee Source: Tribune-Review
Dustin Jeffrey hasn’t played since March 24, when Philadelphia’s Jeff Carter fell awkwardly into the back of his knee. The Penguins have been mum about his condition. … Continued here

Empty Netter Assists – 03-31-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” As a manager, I have no expectation that he’s coming back to play in the regular season. I don’t believe that’s going to happen .” – Ray Shero on Sidney Crosby (above). -Flyers captain Mike Richards is not, in fact, a fan of Penguins fan Cy Clark (AKA … … Link

Penguins can’t go ‘chance-for-chance’ with Lightning Source: Post Gazette
It was an important lesson. A costly one, too. … Go here to read the rest

There’s progess, but still no timetable for Penguins’ Crosby Source: Post Gazette
There is progress. There is hope. … Link

Kings done? Go ahead, say it again! (The Province) Source: Yahoo Sports
Say it to their coach and hell call it very ignorant. Say it to some of his players and theyll tell you they cant wait to prove you wrong. … Follow this link

Canucks could clinch Presidents’ Trophy against Kings (The Vancouver Sun) Source: Yahoo Sports
Mike Gillis played on a Presidents Trophy-winning team in Boston that didnt make the Stanley Cup final and another good Bruins squad that was swept in the first round by Minnesota. … Continued here

Penguins vs. Lightning Game Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins Overall: 45-24-8-98 Home: 24-14-2-50 Road: 21-10-6-48 WHEN: March 31, 2011… … See more here

NHL Playoffs: 10 Reasons the Pittsburgh Penguins Can Win the Cup Without Crosby Source: Bleacher Report
A lot has been made of “When is Crosby coming back?” “Will he be back in time for the playoffs?” etc. Today , it was announced that Crosby was cleared to practice with the team again and will join them for morning skates. However, GM Ray Shero and Coach Dan Bylsma are quick to point out that Crosby is still a long way away from returning to game action, so don’t expect to necessarily see him again this season or postseason. … Follow this link

Twenty Years Later – Flyers 4, Penguins 4 – 03-30-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1990-91 season which led to the first Stanley Cup title in franchise history. We will … … Link

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PensHead Daily Links 03-17-2011

Thursday, March 17th, 2011

No. 1 Pittsburgh pulls away past No. 16 UNC-Asheville, 74-51 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
PITTSBURGH 74 – UNC-ASHEVILLE 51 Things went about as planned for the No. 1 seeded Pittsburgh Panthers on Thursday afternoon against No. 16 UNC-Asheville … Read this article

Canadians think rules on head hits lenient (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
OTTAWA – Most Canadians say rules regarding hits to the head in the NHL are too lenient. … See the rest here

Sidney Crosby taking his recovery slowly (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
CANONSBURG, Pa. – Sidney Crosby is taking it slowly, cautiously, if only because he has no other choice … Read more

Simple changes help Capitals turn season around (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Now is the time for Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals to prove they are title contenders. … More

Video: Penguins Fantasy Camp (3/13/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Member of the Penguins Fantasy Camp are invited to compete in the Jack Riley Cup and play hockey with Gary Roberts and Byran Trottier. … See this video

NCAA Tourney Action: WVU Advances; Butler knocks off Old Dominon Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
NCAA Tournament Action WVU Advances: In the East region, No. 5 West Virginia defeated No. 12 Clemson 86-74, advancing to the round of 32. … View post

Updates from Practice, Looking at Upcoming Games, Etc. Source: The Pensblog
With the way the NHL schedule is right now, we're forced to do posts like this. The Pens' website has some interesting updates from today's practice. Breaking it down: SidneyCrosby skated today again. … Continue reading here

Pitt Hoops: What to know about No. 16 UNC-Asheville Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Southeast Region No. … Continue reading here

@pghpenguins: The #Pens did West Point drills after Thurs practice for team building – http://twitpic.com/4adbsp

History Will Be Made: Playoffs Source: The Pensblog
Everyone knows that the Stanley Cup Playoffs are the main times that keep this blog running. There's a different level of post-quality on here during playoffs, just as that's true with the level of hockey … Follow this link

Thursday’s Early Games Previews/Picks: NCAA Tournament Underway Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
NCAA TOURNAMENT: THURSDAY’S ACTION EARLY GAMES No. … Read more here

On like Donkey Kong. WB/S PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
Game. WB/S is 48-18-0-1 … The rest is here

Video: Off-Day: Dan Bylsma (3/17/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following practice on Thursday. … Click here to view video

Video: Injury Update: Sidney Crosby (3/17/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby updates reporters following practice on Thursday. … View video here

Video: Off-Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (3/17/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to reporters following practice on Thursday. … Click here to view video

Video: Off-Day: James Neal (3/17/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to reporters following practice on Thursday. … See video here

Does Pekka Rinne have a Vezina Trophy case vs. Thomas? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Out of all the NHL postseason awards in 2010-11, the race for the Vezina Trophy has featured Tim Thomas jogging alone with the rest of the League's top goaltenders about five miles back. The Boston Bruins netminder still leads the … Continue reading → … More here

Thursday Practice Notes: Comrie a full participant; Jeffrey on top-line Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Thursday Practice Notes Arron Asham (concussion) returned to practice as a full participant on Monday and today, forward Mike Comrie (hip) has been officially cleared to practice with the team. … Follow this link

Crosby skates for 3rd time in 4 days Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins center Sidney Crosby continues to slowly take positive steps towards a possible return this season. Crosby this morning skated for the third time in four days, going through what is believed to be another light 15-20 minute skate. … Continued here

Crosby skates again before Penguins practice Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Sidney Crosby, who is recovering from a concussion, skated for the third time in four days this morning … Go here to read the rest

Penguins Report: 3/17/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Crosby skated for third time today and has had no setbacks (11:27 AM). Crosby’s chat with the media (11:36 AM) … Continue reading here

The NFL Sucks Source: The Pensblog
The darkest times of our lives was the end of the 2004 calendar year and the beginning of the 2005 calendar year. The Pens were probably the worst team in professional sports around that time, but it didn't matter, because they didn't even have a season to prove it. The NHL owners and NHLPA couldn't come to an agreement, and the entire season was wiped out. We remember that time as being the birth of hockey blogging on the Internet. Eklund was reporting shit every day. … See the article here

Video: ‘I’m a Caps Fan’ rap anthem surprisingly mentions Crosby (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Remy Munasif is a song humorist and YouTube star from Northern Virginia, famous for such efforts as “Saudis in Audis.” Comcast SportsNet commissioned him to write a Washington Capitals rap anthem, and “I'm a Caps Fan” debuted after last night's … Continue reading → … More

The Departed – Alex Goligoski – 03-17-11 Source: Empty Netters
“The Departed” series on Empty Netters is a set of “eulogies” for former Penguins who have passed away… to other teams. Essentially, we look back on their time as a Penguin, examine their contributions to the franchise and as real eulogies occasionally do, exaggerate a bit. … Visit link

Penguins stick by aggressive puck-pursuit plan Source: Post Gazette
It would have been so easy for Dan Bylsma to simply flip the switch, turn the Penguins into the New Jersey Devils and go all-defense, skating backward, wiggling their sticks through the neutral zone and building a fortress around their goaltender. … Continued here

NHL general managers weigh replay use, legal shootout attempts Source: Tribune-Review
The headache of an issue at the NHL general managers meetings what to do about an increase in concussions this season gave way to discussions about video replay and shootout attempts Wednesday at the Boca Raton Resort during the final day of talks. … Read this article

Analysis: Shero denied headshot ban but not deterred Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins GM Ray Shero kept talking Wednesday even though he knew there was no majority support for a ban on headshots. … The rest is here

Penguins Notebook: Letang had test for head injury Source: Post Gazette
BOCA RATON, Fla. — As Penguins center Sidney Crosby was taking the ice Monday as a step in his long recovery from a concussion, teammate Kris Letang was being tested for the same injury. Letang took a leveling shot to the chin from Edmonton’s Gilbert Brule in a 5-1 win Sunday. … Read this article

Empty Netter Assists – 03-17-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dan Bylsma (above) is kind of a good coach . -” I wouldn’t want to see my son hit that way, and I don’t think that hit should be in the game .” – Ray Shero on head shots. … Visit link

Penguins’ Shero still hopeful for head hit ban Source: Post Gazette
BOCA RATON, Fla. — Sure, Ray Shero arrived at the NHL general managers meetings with an agenda. … Go here to read the rest

And Much To Our Delight A Caps Fan Makes A Rap Video Source: The Pensblog
Probably could write about Mario sending letters to the NHL. Or the GM meetings. Or something else. … See more here

Reddox’s future is with the Oilers (The Edmonton Journal) Source: Yahoo Sports
Three months ago, Liam Reddox was diligently toiling on the Edmonton Oilers farm team, certain he was going to be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) at seasons end. … View post

GM Meetings Day 3: Shero, colleagues speak on getaway day. Source: Chipped Ice
Greetings from a flight back to Pittsburgh, dear readers. These GM meetings have come and gone without a firm abolishment of headshots no surprise, though still a disappointment. Check out Thursdays print edition for a couple of stories, including an analysis detailing what Penguins GM Ray Shero was up against at these meetings … View post

NHL fans turned off by violence: poll (CBC.ca) Source: Yahoo Sports
The National Hockey League’s reluctance to take major steps to reduce on-ice violence may be costing the league some fans, according a new poll obtained by CBC News. … Read the rest here

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 6, Nordiques 3 – 03-16-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1990-91 season which led to the first Stanley Cup title in franchise history. … See the rest here

AHL Gameday 67 – Manitoba Moose Source: The Pensblog
8:30 PM MTS Centre NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: AHLLive.com 102.3 The Mountain Defenseman Corey Potter and Steve Wagner have been re-assigned/sent down from Pittsburgh (NHL). … Visit link

Anderson latest Ottawa Senators goalie with injury woes (The Ottawa Citizen) Source: Yahoo Sports
Now Craig Anderson is the latest in the long list of banged up Ottawa Senators goaltenders. … See the article here

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PensHead Daily Links 03-10-2011

Thursday, March 10th, 2011

Kings’ Willie Mitchell plans to donate brain (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Los Angeles defenseman, who has suffered through at least three concussions, hopes to help science shed some light on dark matter. … Read this article

Wednesday’s PIHL Quarterfinals Roundup Source: penguins.nhl.com
Class AA: Greater Latrobe 4, West Allegheny 2 Greater Latrobe and West Allegheny, last year’s Class AA Penguins Cup finalists, met in the quarterfinals on Wednesday at Kirk S. Nevin Arena … More here

Controversy touches NHL sensitive spot: wallet (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
MONTREAL – Air Canada's threat to hit the NHL where it hurts — in its wallet — proved to be a lonely battle Thursday. … Read more here

Police open investigation of hit by Bruins player (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Montreal police started a criminal investigation Thursday into the on-ice hit by Boston’s Zdeno Chara that left the Canadiens’ Max Pacioretty with a severe concussion and cracked vertebra. … Read the rest here

Dress Like Mario Lemieux Source: The Pensblog
Credit to Puck Daddy on this one . … The rest is here

Puck Headlines: Kubina suspended 3 games; Bettman vs. Air Canada (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. While this may have seemed like an inspiring commentary on the … Continue reading → … See more here

@pghpenguins: #Pens Kris Letang does a TSN playoff promo shoot – http://twitpic.com/48868s

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 4, Islanders 3 – 03-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1990-91 season which led to the first Stanley Cup title in franchise history. We will look back on games … … Continue reading here

Video: Youth Hockey Int: Canon McMillan (3/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
2010 Penguins Cup Champions Canon McMillan sit down to discuss their successful season. … Watch here

Video: Off-Day: Dan Bylsma (3/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following Thursday’s practice. … Click here to view video

@pghpenguins: #Pens Alex Kovalev does an interview for Inside Penguins Hockey at Southpointe – http://twitpic.com/487m0e

For $8,000 you can dress like All-Star Mario Lemieux (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins owner/legend Mario Lemieux's four-goal MVP performance in the 1990 NHL All-Star Game, including three on three shots in the first period, is one of the most memorable moments of his storied career at the Igloo. For around $8,000, … Continue reading → … The rest is here

Gary Roberts, Bryan Trottier Lead Alums Into Penguins Adult Hockey Fantasy Camp This Weekend Source: penguins.nhl.com
Gary Roberts and Hall of Famer Bryan Trottier will be among the former Penguins players greeting 81 campers at the 9th annual Pittsburgh Penguins Adult Hockey Fantasy Camp this weekend at Iceoplex at Southpointe and CONSOL Energy Center. … Continue reading here

Video: Off-Day: James Neal (3/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to reporters following Thursday’s practice. … Watch here

Video: Off-Day: Matt Cooke (3/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke talks to reporters following Thursday’s practice. … Click here to view video

Video: Off-Day: Chris Kunitz (3/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz talks to reporters following Thursday’s practice. … See this video

Video: Off-Day: Jordan Staal (3/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to reporters following Thursday’s practice. … See video here

The Morning Skate: 3/10 Source: The Pensblog
RLD Hockey is an NHL blog of mine where we take a look at the hot topics around the league on a daily basis. One of our staples is the 'Morning Skate', where I rundown everything going on in the NHL, including predictions on the big games. … Continue reading here

Big East Tournament Game Day Thread Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
March 10, 2011 Kemba Walker 0-for-4 in career against Pitt In the Big East opener on Dec. 27,, Pitt defended UConn sharpshooter Kemba Walker by letting Walker get his points and taking everyone else out of the game. Walker scored 31 points in the defeat and no other UConn player scored more than 9 points … See the rest here

Leopold on concussions: ‘It s a really weird injury’ – 03-09-11 Source: Empty Netters
Sabres defenseman Jordan Leopold was on the wrong end of a devastating hit last season in the playoffs when as a member of the Penguins, he was run over by former Senators defenseman Andy Sutton: u18CBH2s7-4 Leopold suffered a concussion on the play. Despite being knocked out cold, he only missed five games. … Continue reading here

Penguins Report: 3/10/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
10:00 AM: Happy Thursday Pens fans!!! The team had the day off Wednesday, but are back on the ice today at 11 a.m. … Read more here

Who said what in the Matt Cooke SI Article Source: The Pensblog
Sports Illustrated did a piece about Matt Cooke for this week's edition. [ SI ] The article is the same old shit we've read 1,000 times about Matt Cooke. The best part of the article are the quotes from former and current players … Excerpt from

Here’s how it’s done, Pacioretty Source: The Pensblog
What a player. By the way, that's how you're supposed to play when you're unreal. A couple observations and assumptions from this game/YouTube: ( Here is the box score ) Pens are halfway through a power play. Based on Lemieux's team-leading 26:27 of ice time this game, it's safe to assume Lemieux was already on the ice for the entire first minute of this powerplay. Or maybe it was an abbreviated power play. Then we sit here and watch Lemieux ferociously backcheck, change direction, shift to another gear, and blow past Chara. Get real. … See more here

Penguins: Head shots remain a complicated issue Source: Post Gazette
Sidney Crosby hasn’t played in a game for more than two months because of a concussion. It could be at least that long — or even longer — before he does again. … Read more

Peters Township Looks to Avenge Last Season’s Semifinals Exit Source: penguins.nhl.com
The player who scored the two prettiest goals of the Peters Township versus Pine Richland game on Wednesday? He just switched to forward this season. Taylor Cox played defense all of last year before embarking on a scoring binge near the end … … Visit link

Fox Chapel Continues Impressive Turnaround Season with Quarterfinal Victory over Norwin Source: penguins.nhl.com
Last season, Fox Chapel battled through a tough 3-18 regular season. Normally such a record would cause a team to temper expectations the following year, but Foxes head coach Cory Rome took the opposite approach heading into the 2010-11 season. … … Visit link

Canon McMillan Rallies for Overtime Win Over Shaler Source: penguins.nhl.com
Last season, Mario Dalesandro scored the game-winning goal 7:08 in overtime by banking a shot off a defender to power No. … More here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Dan Bylsma Signs Three-Year Contract Extension Source: Bleacher Report
The coach that took over half way through the Penguin’s 2008-09 Stanley Cup winning season will be leading the team for at least three more years, the Penguins announced today. Dan Bylsma signed a contract extension that will have him coaching the team through the 2013-14 season. He currently has the team contending for a top spot in the Eastern Conference even with the Penguins roster looking like a who’s who on the injured reserve. … The rest is here

Benstonium Presents: Raging ‘Guin Trailer Source: The Pensblog
Another win from Benstonium : … The rest is here

Penguins’ Bylsma signs three-year extension Source: Post Gazette
The typical NHL coach has the shelf life of a bruised pear. Those who work for the Penguins often do not last nearly that long … Excerpt from

Video: Raging ‘Guin Trailer Source: benstonium.com
Parody of Raging Bull featuring Pens’ goalie Brent Johnson … To see video click here

Empty Netter Assists – 03-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dan Bylsma (above) gets to keep his Giant Eagle Advantage Card for three more years . -” I played for 12 years. … Excerpt from

Scanlan: NHL declines to send strong message (The Ottawa Citizen) Source: Yahoo Sports
No suspension for Bostons Zdeno Chara, nada. … Read more

Why everyone hates Habs fans Source: The Pensblog
While everyone else with a blog is using the Chara/Pacioretty hit to go on long-winded rants about head shots and suspensions, we decided to sit back and wait for Canadiens fans to do something stupid. And they have answered the bell. We can only hope that Pacorietty's house was getting robbed and the 911 call to report the crime didn't get through. … Read more here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-31-2010

Friday, December 31st, 2010

Winter Classic Moved To 8PM Source: The Pensblog
You'll get to sleep in later and recover from that hangover before the game tomorrow. … Link

Penguins vs. Capitals Winter Classic Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Michelle Crechiolo. Tony Jovenitti contributed to this report. … More

Winter Classic pushed back to night game (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Turn on the lights at Heinz Field. The stage is getting even brighter for Alex Ovechkin, Sidney Crosby and everyone else participating in the Winter Classic. … More

Penguins’ Staal could return Saturday (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Penguins forward Jordan Staal, out all season while recovering from an infected foot and a broken hand, could return for the Winter Classic against Washington. Coach Dan Bylsma said on Friday that it will be a game-time decision … See more here


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Winter Classic delayed until 8 p.m. Source: TimesOnline.com
PITTSBURGH Its official. The Penguins and Capitals are taking their rivalry under the lights to prime-time television on New Years Day. The NHL Winter Classic at Heinz Field was moved from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m … Link

Winter Classic Time Changed To 8:00PM Source: penguins.nhl.com
The 2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at Heinz Field will now be a night game in prime time on Jan. 1. … The rest is here

Predicted rains pushes Winter Classic to nighttime (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux never took their can-you-top-this rivalry outdoors, back to the purest form of hockey played on ponds instead of indoor palaces. … Read this article

The Uprooted Photographer has added a photo to the pool: Heinz Field decked out in all it’s Winter Classic splendor. Although I won’t be able to go to the game, I consider myself very lucky to have been in town to see all the excitement surrounding this (probably) once in a life time event! Facebook Fanpage | www.uprootedphotographer.com Pittsburgh, PA 2010 Zach Frailey

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Winter Classic moved to Saturday night Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL has moved the start of Saturday’s Winter Classic outdoor game to 8 p.m. because of inclement weather slated for the afternoon. … More

NHL Winter Classic to be moved to 8 p.m. Source: Post Gazette
The Winter Classic game between the Penguins at Washington Capitals at Heinz Field Saturday has been pushed back to 8 p.m. … See the article here

NHL Announces New 8 p.m. Start Time for 2011 Bridgestone Winter Classic Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS RELEASE: The 2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at Heinz Field will now be a night game in prime time on Jan. 1 … Read the rest here

Pens Pleasantly Surprised by Ice Conditions Source: penguins.nhl.com
Despite the increasingly warm weather in Pittsburgh, the Penguins’ first skate on the Winter Classic ice at Heinz Field was better than expected. The main problem? The players may have overdressed, according to Chris Kunitz … View post

Capitals, Pens skate to 5-all alumni tie (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By ALAN ROBINSON AP Sports Writer … See more here

League to make announcement at 5:00 p.m. on time switch Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The National Hockey League will make an announcement at 5:00 p.m. … Continued here

A Little Rain Won’t Dampen the Pens’ Spirits Source: penguins.nhl.com
You know how they say a little dirt don’t hurt? Well, a little rain will be no pain for the Penguins on Saturday. … Read this article

Winter Classic officially moved to 8 p.m. start – 12-31-10 Source: Empty Netters
The “worst kept secret” in the worlds of Capitals forward Mike Knuble is now official. … Excerpt from

WASHPO: Winter Classic To Be Pushed Back Source: The Pensblog
(pics via yahoo ) The Washington Post reports that the Winter lassic will be pushed back. Official word will come down at 5p.m. [ WASHPO ] The latest weather reports predict about 0.5″ of rain in Pittsburgh between Saturday morning and afternoon, with 80 percent of it falling before 1 p.m. … Visit link

Puck Headlines: Winter Classic delay expected; year in hockey 2010 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in… … Read more

Staal’s status for Classic still undetermined Source: TimesOnline.com
PITTSBURGH Not only is the playing of Saturdays Winter Classic a game-time decision, so too is Penguins star forward Jordan Staal. The 6-foot-4 center, who has missed all of the season with first foot and then hand injuries, hasnt been definitively ruled out of the showdown against the Washington Capitals at Heinz Field. Although Staal participated in practice Friday, his coach was either not optimistic or playing coy with the media … The rest is here

Family Matters Source: penguins.nhl.com
While the hockey world is keeping an eye on the atmosphere to see if the weather will affect the 2011 NHL Bridgestone Winter Classic, the Penguins were enjoying a different kind of atmosphere on the North Shore on Friday. Ten thousand fans in Heinz Field chanted as the Penguins left the Pittsburgh Steelers locker room and took to the newly-built ice rink at midfield … Go here to read the rest

Sense from Capitals locker room is that Winter Classic is being pushed back to 8:00 pm Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Just left the Capitals locker room and the sense from the players is that the game is indeed being pushed back to 8:00 p.m. … The rest is here

Player Sounbytes: Concerns from players about in-game delays Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Evgeni Malkin Soundbyes from William DePaoli on Vimeo. Player Soundbytes and Full Audio Links from Goligoski, Fleury & Kunitz end of story Post-Practice Buzz: The sense from those inside the Penguins locker room who were available after practice is that the ice was soft and there were strong indications from the players that they are not too … View post

Clamor for shootout goes unheeded Source: Tribune-Review
Approximately 12,000 fans had watched the Penguins and Washington Capitals alumni play to a 5-5 draw on the outdoor rink at Heinz Field. … Continue reading here

Washington Post: Winter Classic likely to be delayed – 12-31-10 Source: Empty Netters
According to the Washington Post’s Katie Carrera, a source with the NHL said the league is likely to do delay the Winter Classic Saturday from its orginal starting time of 1 p.m . The threat of rain tomorrow morning and afternoon could make playing conditions hazardous … More

Video: Off-Day: Paul Martin (12/31/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Paul Martin following morning Winter Classic practice at Heinz Field. … To see video click here

Video: Off-Day: Mark Letestu (12/31/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mark Letestu following morning Winter Classic practice at Heinz Field. … See this video

Video: Off-Day: Matt Cooke (12/31/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke following morning Winter Classic practice at Heinz Field. … Click here to view video

Video: Off-Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (12/31/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury following morning Winter Classic practice at Heinz Field. … See video here

Video: Off-Day: Sidney Crosby (12/31/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby following morning practice at Heinz Field in preparation for the big Winter Classic game tomorrow. … Video here

Video: Off-Day: Dan Bylsma (12/31/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma following morning Winter Classic practice at Heinz Field. … To see video click here

Lemieux displays scoring touch in alumni game Source: Tribune-Review
Mario Lemieux, perhaps playing in an organized hockey game for the final time, registered two assists. … Go here to read the rest

Praising Sid: Lemieux says Crosby is best (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – In Mario Lemieux's eyes, Sidney Crosby is in the midst of a season that has eclipsed anything he accomplished during a Hall of Fame career. … Follow this link

Bylsma: Staal a gametime decision for Winter Classic Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Jordan Staal remains a possibility to play in the Winter Classic. As the Penguins brass continues to weigh whether to let Staal play in the classic, head coach Dan Bylsma said during his press conference this afternoon that Staal is officially a gametime decision. Bylsma would not tip his hand but it’s a difficult … Read more here

Ten reasons why we love the NHL Winter Classic (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Is the Winter Classic a flawless enterprise? We'll answer a question with a question: Is it run by the NHL? … Link

Capitals, Pens skate to 5-all alumni tie (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Mario Lemieux couldn't find the net. … Link

2011 Winter Classic: Penguins Capitals Alumni Game a Celebration Of Hockey Source: Bleacher Report
The Penguins/Capitals Alumni game, taking place the day before the Winter Classic, was a pure celebration and enjoyment of hockey that justly saw no victor with the final score tied at five. … Read more

@pghpenguins: Check out the new ice sculpture at North Shore Riverfront Park by Heinz Field! – http://twitpic.com/3lo8z3

NHL hoping for no rain on Classic parade (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL is hoping its annual outdoor showcase doesn’t end up all wet. … Go here to read the rest

Puck Daddy chats with Bryan Trottier about his alumni game performance, infamous YouTube video and his best outdoor game location (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH — Many hockey fans may be too young to remember Bryan Trottier's days as a member of the New… … The rest is here

Pens’ ‘geezers,’ Caps ‘fogeys’ skate to tie Source: TimesOnline.com
PITTSBURGH In their star-crossed histories, the Penguins and Washington Capitals have crossed paths eight times in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Seven of those times, the Penguins emerged victorious. But not only were the starting time (9:30 a.m.) and venue (Heinz Field) far different for Fridays alumni game, so too was the result. … Excerpt from

If You Get The Urge For Last Minute Tickets. There Are Some Left Source: The Pensblog
If youjust fell into an unlimitedamount of money, or you just robbed a bank there are still some tickets available. … More here

Lemieux enjoys alumni game reunion, has two points Source: Post Gazette
Mario Lemieux had two assists in the Penguins’ 5-5 tie with Washington in the Winter Classic alumni game this morning at Heinz Field, showing his trademark flair with the puck even as his legs — and those of just about everyone — moved visibly slower. … See the rest here

Video: Mario Lemieux talks about his comeback, Sid and Ovie (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH — Didn't Gary Bettman teach us that there are no ties in hockey anymore? That's how… … Excerpt from

Fans Real Winners in Alumni Game Source: penguins.nhl.com
While there wasn’t a winner on the ice in the alumni game on Friday – the Penguins alumni tied the Capitals, 5-5 – the day’s true winners were the fans, who witnessed a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see Mario Lemieux lace up for the Penguins once again. ; Fans arrived early to tailgate and even watched the Penguins alumni walk into the stadium. With the weather cooperating – chilly and partly cloudy – it all made for a great atmosphere … More

Alumni All Smiles After Outdoor Game Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mario Lemieux set up Rob Brown for the first goal of the game. Hall-of-Famer Ron Francis scored a power-play goal on a beautiful set up from Larry Murphy … See more here

Full Audio and Video of Lemieux’s Press Conference Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Mario Lemieux Press Conference from William DePaoli on Vimeo. … Go here to read the rest

All Tied Up. Alumni Teams Tie 5-5 Source: The Pensblog
Pensblog (AP) – The Alumni Pens and Caps team tied 5-5. … Read this article

PENS NEWS & NOTES: Caps coach draws boos at Heinz Field Source: TimesOnline.com
l Current Capitals coach Bruce Boudreau, the runaway star of HBOs 24/7 reality show, heard his first boos of the weekend after he took in some of the alumni game from the glass. The glib bench boss then stoked the hometown fans ire by jokingly pointing to the scoreboard after the Washington alums took a 4-3 lead in the second period. … Read more here

@pghpenguins: Lemieux takes the puck behind the net during today's Alumni game. – http://twitpic.com/3ln1om

Practice notes – 12-31-10 Source: Empty Netters
-Live video of today’s practice: 89338 -Some notes and photos from practice. -Mario Lemieux spoke at a rare press conference: -He spoke about the alumni game, Sidney Crosby and the weekend in general. … Link

@pghpenguins: Mario Lemieux greets Caps Alumni as he skates onto the ice before Alumni Game. #Pens #WinterClassic – http://twitpic.com/3llztb

@pghpenguins: View of the Alumni Game from the press box at Heinz Field! #WinterClassic – http://twitpic.com/3llhj3

@pghpenguins: #Pens lineup for today's Alumni Game vs the Caps! #NHL #WinterClassic – http://twitpic.com/3ll9hj

Video: Post-Game: Mario Lemieux (12/31/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mario Lemieux following the Penguins-Capitals Alumni game. The game ended with a 5-5 tie. … See video here

Video: Post-Game: Jay Caufield (12/31/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jay Caufield following the alumni game against the Capitals. The game ended in a 5-5 tie. … View video here

Video: Post-Game: Paul Coffey (12/31/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Paul Coffey following the alumni game against the Capitals. The game ended in a 5-5 tie. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Ron Francis (12/31/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ron Francis following the alumni game against the Capitals. The game ended in a 5-5 tie. … View video here

Video: Post-Game: Gary Roberts (12/31/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Gary Roberts following the alumni game against the Capitals. The game ended in a 5-5 tie. … To see video click here

Pens Practice Report @ Heinz Field Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The players are making their way onto the ice to “Lets go Pens” Chants. The Pens started out practice with a team photo and are now going through a fun scrimmage with players turning their sticks around and such. … More

Lemieux talks Crosby dominating in today’s era, Alumni Game, Ice Surface & More Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Mario Lemieux was limited to just two assists in the Alumni Game but it was a great experience for the Penguins owner who touched base on several subjects after the game, including whether dominating in today’s era is more difficult than in his era. … Read the rest here

Trending Topics: Why are coaches so imbecilic in shootout strategy? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Trending Topics is a column that looks at the week in hockey according to Twitter. If you're only going to… … Excerpt from

Alumni Game Live Updates; Game ends in 5-5 tie Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Live Updates Penguins Roster Mario Lemieux, Paul Coffey, Ron Francis, Larry Murphy and Bryan Trottier, in addition to Rod Buskas, Gary Roberts, Greg Malone, Bob Errey, Billy Guerin, Jay Caufield, Craig Simpson, Francois Leroux, Gary Rissling, Troy Loney, Kevin Stevens Gilles Meloche, Phil Bourque, Dave Hannan, Peter Taglianetti, Warren Young, Frank Pietrangelo, Rob Brown … See the article here

Alumni game feed – 12-31-10 Source: Empty Netters
You can watch the alumni game here: 89337 … See the rest here

Capitals at Penguins (alumni version) – 12-31-10 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME(We’ll bust out the CBC playoff opening for today.) lv2Z7FQfXKE Greetings from: “Hockeytahn:” -Heinz Field: -A pair of lost souls: … Visit link

Canadiens’ woes continue with 4-1 loss to Lightning (The Montreal Gazette) Source: Yahoo Sports
Steven Stamkos made Cdrick Desjardins National Hockey League debut a mermorable one. … Link

Alumni Gameday Source: The Pensblog
9:30 AM Heinz Field The game will be streaming live on the Penguins website starting at 9am. Pens' roster: Mario Lemieux Paul Coffey Ron Francis Larry Murphy Bryan Trottier Rod Buskas Gary Roberts Greg Malone Bob Errey Billy Guerin Jay Caufield Craig Simpson Francois Leroux Gary Rissling Troy Loney Kevin Stevens Gilles Meloche Phil Bourque Dave Hannan Peter Taglianetti Rob Brown Rick Tocchet Warren Young Frank Pietrangelo Caps Roster: Peter Bondra Dino Ciccarelli Michal Pivonka Sylvain Cote Don Beaupre Pat Ribble Ken Sabourin Yvon Labre Mark Lofthouse Nick Kypreos Alan Hanglesben Dean Evason Errol Rausse Alan May Craig Laughlin John Druce Dennis Maruk Greg Adams Blair Stewart Gord Lane Robert Picard Paul Mulvey J.R. … See the rest here

Penguins Report: 12/31/10 Source: penguins.nhl.com
7:00 AM: I’m at CONSOL Energy Center where the Penguins alumni are currently putting on their hockey gear. … See the article here

Consol Energy Center hosts twice the hockey action Source: Tribune-Review
Heinz Field hosts the main event of the Winter Classic on Saturday, but the Penguins’ normal home hosted its share of hockey Thursday. … See the rest here

NHL: Game on at Heinz Field, rain or shine Source: Tribune-Review
The National Hockey League expects to start and finish the Winter Classic on Saturday. But the action could be paused for an ice fix. … More

Crosby’s shootout goal made for an instant Classic Source: Tribune-Review
The inaugural Winter Classic in 2008 was Sidney Crosby’s unofficial introduction to some American sports fans. … More here

Five high school hockey players with NHL Entry Draft prospects Source: Post Gazette
Brandon Saad will say he doesn’t think about his future. He will tell you he focuses on playing hockey. He does admit that hearing about his professional prospects drives him. … See more here

Penguins-Capitals Alumni Set to Rekindle Past Rivalry Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mario Lemieux will lace up his skates, strap on the Penguins uniform and take the ice alongside teammates Paul Coffey, Ron Francis, Kevin Stevens, Larry Murphy and Rick Tocchet. But this isn’t 1992. … Continue reading here

LINK CITY: The Ten Worst Penguin Related Posts of 2010 Source: The Pensblog
Links that are getting ready for the Alumni game. Instead of the standard link city, we searched the Internet for the ten worst Penguins-related posts by bloggers and mainstream media in 2010. Here is the list: 10 … Visit link

NHL Winter Classic puts hockey rivalry at center stage Source: Post Gazette
That first-round playoff meeting in 1992? The one in which the Penguins spotted Washington a 3-1 lead before running off three consecutive victories en route to their second Stanley Cup? … Go here to read the rest

Benstonium’s Winter Classic Outtakes Source: The Pensblog
Great stuff as usual from the crew at benstonium … More here

Eric Tangradi is regaining his lost confidence with Baby Penguins Source: Post Gazette
Eric Tangradi said he is happy to be back in Pittsburgh playing hockey during the week of the Winter Classic. … View post

Alumni Game: Rexx not in effect Source: TimesOnline.com
PITTSBURGH Its been three years since Mark Recchi left Pittsburgh after being unceremoniously placed on waivers. Despite that ignominy, Recchi has never held a grudge against the city or the Penguins … Continue reading here

Winter Classic Notebook: Adams a true leader Source: TimesOnline.com
PITTSBURGH Unless you count IQ as a statistic, Craig Adams isnt likely to lead many categories in the NHL. The Penguins center and Harvard grad, might just be the most intelligent player in the league (his fight against Islanders tough guy Zenon Konopka on Wednesday withstanding). However, Adams will hold a few advantages over most of his teammates and all of the Washington Capitals on Saturday … Excerpt from

NHL officials: The show will go on Source: TimesOnline.com
PITTSBURGH As fans cast wary eyes on the skies and weather radar in advance of Saturdays Winter Classic, the NHL is saying that game will go on, no matter what. The only question is when. Weather is part of the games DNA. … More

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Penguins Notebook: Crosby selected Canada’s top athlete Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Sidney Crosby was named male athlete of the year Thursday by Canadian Press for the third time in four years. … See more here

NHL sticking to its guns on 1 o’clock Winter Classic start Source: Post Gazette
Weather forecasts of rain for Saturday are holding fast, but the NHL is just as adamant that the outdoor Winter Classic will be played that day at Heinz Field. … Read the rest here

NHL Winter Classic schedule of events Source: Post Gazette
A look at the whirl of activities scheduled around the Classic … See the article here

Aftermath: Bears 1, WBS Penguins 0 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Sam Kasan ; ; ; … View post

Look for Classic to be played Saturday, and other Thursday thoughts from Heinz Field. Source: Chipped Ice
Well, dear readers, this has been far too busy a Winter Classic week for me to blog about normal Penguins-related matters, but I figured an update was due with Classic Friday up next. … Go here to read the rest

Empty Netter Assists – 12-31-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Our live blog for today’s alumni game begins at approximately 9:15 p.m. Please tune in … Follow this link

NHL Winter Classic: Sidney Crosby, It’s Cold Outside Source: Bleacher Report
In a little less than 36 hours the Pittsburgh Penguins will square off against the Washington Capitals in the fourth annual Winter Classic. This will mark the second Winter Classic game for the Penguins, who played in the inaugural edition in 2008 at Ralph Wilson Stadium in Buffalo, N.Y. against the Buffalo Sabres. … Excerpt from

Crosby’s Hometown Team Having the Time of Their Lives Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby normally doesn’t see a lot of time on the bench. But that may change this week as his youth team from his hometown of Cole Harbour, N.S. is in town for the Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Winter Classic Tournament … The rest is here

What’s it like to skate inside a football stadium? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH – So what is it like to skate inside a football stadium? Lace 'em up underneath the stands at… … View post

Saturday’s Game Poised to Be the "Biggest of Them All" Source: penguins.nhl.com
John Collins has plenty of knowledge when it comes to the National Hockey League’s Winter Classics, since he oversees the entire event as the league’s Chief Operating Officer. And from everything he knows about the NHL’s four previous outdoor games, he believes Saturday’s game between the Penguins and the Capitals at Heinz Field will be the biggest of them all. … Visit link

24/7 Episode 3: Thoughts, YouTube, and Download Source: The Pensblog
It took a little longer than the first two episodes, but there's a reliable file to download. LINK ONE | LINK TWO | LINK THREE Thanks to @MarblMouthHoltz on Twitter for those links. … Link

Aftermath: RIT 4, RMU 3 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Tony Jovenitti ; ; ; … The rest is here

Video: WBS: Dan Bylsma Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former WBS head coach and current Pittsburgh head coach Dan Bylsma speaks with the media about his AHL experiences. … View video

Video: Winter Classic Pep Rally Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Pep Rally for the 2011 Bridgestone Winter Classic. … Watch here

Video: PensTV WC Exclusive: Kris Letang Source: penguins.nhl.com
Defenseman Kris Letang talks about the upcoming Winter Classic. … See this video

Video: PensTV WC Exclusive: Tyler Kennedy Source: penguins.nhl.com
Forward Tyler Kennedy talks about the upcoming Winter Classic. … Click here to view video

Video: PensTV WC Exclusive: Sidney Crosby Source: penguins.nhl.com
Captain Sidney Crosby gives his thoughts on the upcoming Winter Classic. … Watch here

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Thursday, December 30th, 2010

Winter Classic? To NHL, it’s the Crosby Classic (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
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First Pens-Caps tilt carried Episode III of HBO series Source: Tribune-Review
The third episode of HBOs 24/7 Penguins-Capitals Road to the Winter Classic included a lengthy look at the Penguins win at Washington on Dec. 23. … Link

Winter Classic alumni game sparks memories of camaraderie Source: Tribune-Review
Former players will relive the past, share a few laughs and try not to hurt themselves in front of 10,000 fans who scarfed up tickets at $25 apiece a few weeks ago. … Read more here


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Agent: NFL reduces James Harrison’s 75K fine Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Months later…. James Harrison’s $75,000 fine has been reduced by the NFL, Bill Parise the agent for Harrison confirms to Inside Pittsburgh Sports this evening. Harrison was informed this week that the fine has been reduced from $75,000 to $50,000, Parise tells me … Continued here

Harris is Larger than Life in Steel City – and a Pens Fan Source: penguins.nhl.com
PITTSBURGH — Franco Harris is kind of a big deal in the Steel City. People know him. That’s comes with the territory when you’re a key part of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ four Super Bowl titles between 1975 and 1980. … Follow this link

Pens Fans Get Pumped at Downtown Rally Source: penguins.nhl.com
A few morning showers couldn’t deter a crowd of fans from coming to Market Square in downtown Pittsburgh on Thursday to cheer on the Penguins at the 2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic rally. “It’s why you have a hood,” said Paula Gaus of Newcastle. The student at Carlowe University left her house at 7:30 a.m … Excerpt from

Sidney Crosby named Canada’s male athlete of the year for third time (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby's entire year was defined by a split second at the end of February. In the time it took the… … See the article here

Meet the Penguins Night at Tom Clark Chevrolet Slated for January 3 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Join Phil Bourque, Brooks Orpik, Kris Letang and Pascal Dupuis on Monday, January 3 from 5-7 pm at Tom Clark Chevrolet. Your $1 admission fee per person will allow you to get one autograph per player with proceeds benefitting the Tommy Wilson Foundation for Exceptional Children. … See the rest here

Winter Classic: Just Once? Why All Hockey Games Should Be Played Out Doors Source: Bleacher Report
The Winter Classic is set to be played this upcoming Saturday between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Washington Capitals . … More here

Classic Storylines Go Well Beyond Sid vs. Ovi Source: penguins.nhl.com
PITTSBURGH — The bitter rivals can finally focus on the event that everybody in the NHL has been talking about for months. As soon as the Pittsburgh Penguins headed off the ice following a 2-1 shootout loss Wednesday night on Long Island their attention turned to the 2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic, arguably the most hyped regular season game in League history for a myriad of logical reasons. … See the article here

Rain still predicted for Winter Classic (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By ALAN ROBINSON AP Sports Writer … More here

@pghpenguins: #Pens locker room set up at Heinz Field for 2011 Bridgestone @NHL #WinterClassic – http://twitpic.com/3lavw3

Live chat tonight – 12-30-10 Source: Empty Netters
We apologize for the late notice, but we will stage a live chat for tonight’s Wilkes-Barre/Scranton-Hershey Bears game at Consol Energy Center. Click here to join the fun . … Excerpt from

Winter Classic: League determined to start game at 1:00 p.m. Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The National Hockey League will explore all avenues to play the Winter Classic on Saturday and on-time. NHL Chief Operating Officer John Collins held a conference call this afternoon and Collins said that the league is planning to start the game at 1:00 p.m. and pretty much go from there regarding potential delays … See more here

Crosby named Canada’s athlete of year for 3rd time Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Sidney Crosby was named athlete of the year by Canadian Press for the third time in four years … See more here

Alumni game video available – 12-30-10 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins-Capitals alumni game will be televised through the team’s Web site. … Visit link

’24/7′ – Counting the curses – 12-30-10 Source: Empty Netters
Note: The following is a “play-by-play” account of this week’s episode of ’24/7: Penguins/Capitals Road to the NHL Winter Classic.” 1:04: The show starts with a staple of hockey ailments. Dental work. Capitals forward Mike Knuble is shown having wire metal brackets removed from his mouth … Link

Video: USA Hockey at the Rink at Stage AE (12/30/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Assistant Coach Tony Granato stopped by the Rink at Stage AE this morning, to help give back to USA Hockey’s youth development. … To see video click here

Video: WBS: Brett Sterling (12/30/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brett Sterling of the WBS Penguins talks to the media. … View video here

Video: WBS: Ryan Craig (12/30/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ryan Craig of the WBS Penguins talks to the media. … See video here

Video: WBS: Eric Tangradi (12/30/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Eric Tangradi of the WBS Penguins talks to the media. … View video

Video: WBS: Head Coach John Hynes (12/30/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach John Hynes of the WBS Penguins talks to the media. … View video here

Video: WBS: Brian Strait (12/30/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brian Strait of the WBS Penguins talks to the media. … View video

Rain still predicted for Winter Classic (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. … View post

Alumni Game Will Be Streamed On Pittsburgh Penguins.com Source: The Pensblog
Still upset that FSN isn't picking this up, but it looks like Penguins.com will Also picking this up will be Penguins Radio or via the Pens app. Meant to post this earlier, the Trib sent this over a few days ago … Visit link

2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic to Feature Tailgate Recycling Outside Heinz Field Source: penguins.nhl.com
Hockey fans tailgating before the 2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic in Pittsburgh will “clear the zone” of recyclables in Heinz Field parking lots. ; On New Year’s Day, the Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) and its partners will collect aluminum cans, glass containers, and plastic bottles and cups in six designated stadium parking lots … Excerpt from

Canada’s Schwartz out of world juniors with injury (CBC.ca) Source: Yahoo Sports
Team Canada’s world junior hockey team will be without Jaden Schwartz for the remainder of the tournament in Buffalo, N.Y., after he suffered a fractured ankle. … See more here

Would poor Winter Classic conditions favor Capitals or Penguins? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Players who grew up in the type of cold climates that gave birth to vast sheets of slick ice inevitably spent… … View post

@pghpenguins: #Pens fans gathered downtown at the #WinterClassic Rally in Market Square! – http://twitpic.com/3l98jc

Our Favorite Games & Moments of 2010 Source: The Pensblog
The year is almost over. Soon you'll be drunkenly singing Auld Lang Syneand welcoming in 2011 … See the article here

Toews is the toast of 2010 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
As a banner year for hockey comes to a close, Three Periods selects the NHL’s three best. … Read the rest here

Rosters set for Penguins-Capitals alumni game Source: Post Gazette
Final rosters today were released for Friday’s Penguins-Washington Capitals outdoor alumni game at Heinz Field … Continued here

2011 Winter Classic Weather Report: 80% chance of rain on Saturday Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
With the NHL Winter Classic just two days away, we can now look at the weather forecast from a more serious standpoint than from earlier in the week. The two biggest concerns for officials is direct sunlight on the ice for a significant period of time and heavy down pours of rain. Yesterday, there … Excerpt from

Final Roster set for Alumni Game Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Final rosters have been set for the Penguins-Capitals alumni game Friday at 9:30 a.m. at Heinz Field featuring the return to the ice of Penguins great Mario Lemieux. The alumni game will be the first official event on the Winter Classic rink at Heinz Field. … More

Final Rosters Set For Pens-Caps Alumni Game Source: penguins.nhl.com
Final rosters have been set for the Penguins-Capitals alumni game Friday at 9:30 a.m. at Heinz Field – featuring the return to the ice of Penguins great Mario Lemieux. ; The alumni game will be the first official event on the Winter Classic rink at Heinz Field … Excerpt from

Final alumni rosters set – 12-30-10 Source: Empty Netters
The final rosters for the Penguins and Capitals alumni game tomorrow have been announcd: Penguins: Mario Lemieux, Paul Coffey, Ron Francis, Larry Murphy, Bryan Trottier, Rod Buskas, Gary Roberts, Greg Malone, Bob Errey, Billy Guerin, Jay Caufield, Craig Simpson, Francois Leroux, Gary Rissling, Troy Loney, Kevin Stevens, Gilles Meloche, Phil Bourque, Dave Hannan, Peter Tagli … … The rest is here

RECAP: At Years End. PENS LOSE Source: The Pensblog
At least once every season, the Penguins travel to Long Island and play a game that makes you bang your head off a wall. It never fails. Nothing good happens on Long Island. Only good thing that's ever happened there was 66 scoring his 500th goal. Other than that, it sucks. A few years ago, the Pens lost a huge unbeaten streak there. … See more here

HBO 24/7 Penguins/Capitals Ep. 3: Rivalry, uncensored and amazing (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Episode 3 of “HBO 24/7 Penguins/Capitals: The Road To The NHL Winter Classic” devoted 26 minutes to… … See the rest here

Shining Stars: The NHL Players That Deserve Your All-Star Votes Source: Bleacher Report
It’s hard to believe that this NHL season is nearing the mid-way point. The 58th NHL All-Star Game is taking place a month from now in Raleigh, N.C … Read the rest here


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Sens Blown Away in Ottawa Hurricane (The Ottawa Citizen) Source: Yahoo Sports
The most telling action for the Ottawa Senators in Wednesdays 4-0 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes came when defenceman Filip Kuba smashed his stick across the post with 6:48 remaining in the first period, shattering it into pieces. … Read the rest here

Bethel Park, State College relish outdoor experience Source: Tribune-Review
When Bethel Park’s Jim McVay attended the first Winter Classic in Buffalo four years ago, the long-time high school hockey coach envisioned Pittsburgh hosting such an event. … Go here to read the rest

Comrie out for three to four months after hip surgery Source: Tribune-Review
Forward Mike Comrie will miss three to four months after hip surgery. The procedure was performed this week by Dr. Marc Philippon in Colorado, and the Penguins issued a statement Wednesday declaring the surgery “successful.” … The rest is here

Penguins’ equipment manager suited for Winter Classic job Source: Tribune-Review
He is a veteran of one Winter Classic, a season-opening Sweden trip and three Stanley Cup Final series. This summer he moved a team into a new arena. … Visit link

Hundreds of counterfeit Winter Classic sportswear items seized Source: Tribune-Review
Suspecting overseas counterfeiters would target fans eager for NHL Winter Classic memorabilia, three federal agencies conducted a joint operation they say intercepted 792 items of fake sportswear. … Read the rest here

Crosby’s streak ends in shootout loss Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby’s 25-game point streak was snapped by Rick DiPietro and the Islanders in a 2-1 shootout loss on Wednesday. … Continued here

Winter Classic to rouse normally empty city Source: Tribune-Review
Hotels, restaurants and cab companies say they expect a weekend business boom that will rival a Steelers playoff game. … Continue reading here

Penguins’ Crosby recalls first Winter Classic win Source: Post Gazette
It was the ultimate freelance in an unorthodox setting. Sidney Crosby approached the puck at center ice with the chance to lift the Penguins to a victory if he could convert his turn at a shootout. “If you would have been in my mind, I’m telling you that all I was thinking about was trying to get a shot on net,” he recalled recently. … Continued here

Winter Classic: NHL ready to deal with rain Source: Post Gazette
All indications are that the NHL is keenly intent on the Penguins and Washington Capitals playing the outdoor Winter Classic on Saturday come H-E-double-hockey-sticks or high water. … Follow this link

Some GIF’s From Last Night’s 24/7 Source: The Pensblog
Hoping to have a link and clips on YouTube of 24/7 in the early A.M. Here are some GIFs from last night's episode. … Visit link

Crosby’s streak snapped as Penguins fall to Islanders Source: Post Gazette
UNIONDALE, N.Y. — Sidney Crosby knew his scoring streak had to end eventually. They always do. … The rest is here

Penguins Notebook: Chemistry growing in Wilkes-Barre Source: Post Gazette
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Empty Netter Assists – 12-30-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . … See the article here

Crosby’s streak snapped in Pens’ SO loss to Isles (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The way Sidney Crosby has owned the New York Islanders, no one could have predicted his greatest scoring run would be wrecked by them. … Continue reading here

Post-Game: Crosby’s streak comes to an end in 2-1 shootout loss to Isles Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Islanders 2 – Penguins 1 In a back to back situation, it took the woeful New York Islanders to slow down Sidney Crosby. The Islanders snapped Crosby’s 25-game point streak behind a trapping style defensive game and a 37 save performance from goaltender Rick Dipietro who led the Islanders to a 2-1 shootout win … Read this article

Crosby’s points streak ends at 25 games, Penguins lose in shootout Source: Post Gazette
UNIONDALE, N.Y. — The New York Islanders defeated the Penguins, 2-1, in a shootout at Nassau Coliseum tonight. … See the article here

Crosby’s Impressive Streak Ends at 25 Games Source: penguins.nhl.com
UNIONDALE, N.Y. – It had to happen at some point, and that point occurred Wednesday night on Long Island. … More

Shave That Stache Sid! The Sensational Streak Is Over Source: Bleacher Report
Just when it was starting to feel comfortable, like it was something that could last forever, the lowly New York Islanders shut down Sidney Crosby, ending his 25 game point streak . Crosby’s streak started November 5, with two goals against the Anaheim Ducks … Excerpt from

Ward stops 37 shots as ‘Canes blank Sens (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
OTTAWA – Zach Boychuk scored his first two goals of the season, and Cam Ward made sure that was all the Carolina Hurricanes would need. … See more here

Aftermath: Islanders 2, Penguins 1 (SO) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Michelle Crechiolo ; ; ; … Continued here

Sidney Crosby’s 25-game point streak ends thanks to DiPietro, Isles (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
On Wednesday morning, the NHL sent out a “By The Numbers” press release hyping the 2011 Winter… … Read more

24/7: Episode 3 [ Stream Available ] Source: The Pensblog
Stream is here: TVPC.COM … The rest is here

Pens lose, get a point. Sid’s streak ends at 25 Source: The Pensblog
Big win for the Isles. Kunitz stabbing DiPietro in OT trying to get Sid his point is what it's all about. … Read more

Rink links Source: TimesOnline.com
PITTSBURGH Hockey is a sport spoken in many languages in various dialects. It doesnt matter whether its in English, French, Swedish, Czech or Russian. … See the article here

Craig Happy with Ice, but Knows More Work Needed Source: penguins.nhl.com
PITTSBURGH — The slight gashes in the ice were very new. Dan Craig created them with his skates shortly after noon on Wednesday, keeping a tradition alive of him being the first person to skate on his Winter Classic ice … Read more

Penguins-Islanders In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens: Letestu can’t find the back of the net, and the Isles will get a 2-1 shootout win over the Pens. Isles: Parenteau answers right back as he speeds in on Fleury and goes top-shelf for the score. Pens: GENO!!! He turns DiPietro inside-out to give himself a wide-open net for the goal! Isles: Fleury pounces on Tavares’ shot to keep the Pens in it! Pens: DiPietro saves Sid’s snapshot. … Excerpt from

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Video: Post-Game: Dan Bylsma (12/29/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Bylsma talks about the Penguins shootout loss to the Islanders. … Watch video here

Video: Post-Game: Sidney Crosby (12/29/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Crosby talks about his point streak coming to an end at 25 games. … Click here to view video

Video: Yinz Love Da Guins! Source: penguins.nhl.com
Katie O’Malley caught up with Jim Shearer, Pittsburgh native, and Host of “Yinz Love Da Guins!” … View video here

Video: Winter Classic Youth Hockey Events Source: penguins.nhl.com
From the AE Rink at Heinz Field, to the Penguins Elite Tournament at CONSOL Energy Center, Pens TV has coverage of the Winter Classic Youth Hockey in the area. … View video

Video: Pre-Game: Dan Bylsma Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Head Coach Dan Bylsma prior to his team’s game against the New York Islanders. ̷