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PensHead Daily Links 01-19-2012

Thursday, January 19th, 2012

FIRST PERIOD: MSG City, Stream here. Source: The Pensblog
Letang's back. Imperative game for the Penguins tonight … Visit link

NHL roundup: Panthers’ Jovanovski out 2 months (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Florida Panthers defenseman Ed Jovanovski could miss up to two months after surgery on a broken hand. … Continue reading here

Puck Previews: Senators seek franchise road record at Sharks; The Stanley Cup visits NASA (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Previews: Spotlighting the key games in NHL action, news and views as well as general frivolity. Make sure to stop back here for the nightly Three Stars when the games are finished … Visit link

Letang returns for Penguins (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang was scheduled to return to action Thursday night against the New York Rangers, marking his first playing time since he sustained a concussion on Nov. 26. Coach Dan Bylsma told reporters Thursday morning Letang’s minutes will be limited… … Continue reading here

Goalies face unique obstacles in concussion recovery (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Rival netminders Ryan Miller and James Reimer agree that even when the brain is healed, the comeback is far from complete. … Read more here

Penguins at Rangers – 01-19-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Root Sports busts out an awesome statistic in the pregame show: -That Empty Net guy stinks. -Kris Letang is going to be back in the lineup tonight. … Read this article

Gameday 46 – Rangers Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (24-17-4) @ New York Rangers (29-11-4) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, MSG PLUS, NHLN-US Madison Square Garden – New York, NY The Penguins have won their last three games and they're back in playoff position for now. The New York Rangers are the top team in the league and they're 7-3 in their last ten. … Read more

Puck Headlines: Zdeno Chara talks All-Star Draft; streaking ‘fan’ video; Andrew Shaw Facts (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. From our resident digital mischief-maker John Schultz. Apparently it’s Andrew Continue reading … Follow this link

Letang Will Play Tonight vs. NYR Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang is back. Head coach Dan Bylsma confirmed that the Penguins defenseman will return to the lineup Thursday against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden after missing the last 21 games with a broken nose and concussion sustain… … Read more here

Video: Game Day: Kris Letang (1/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … Video here

Video: Game Day: Zbynek MIchalek (1/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … Click here to view video

Video: Game Day: Brooks Orpik (1/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … View video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (1/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … Watch video here

Video: Scouting Report: Montreal (1/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will take on the Montreal Canadiens tomorrow night. … See this video

THURSDAY’S DAILY FIVE; Is Art Rooney II pushing Bruce Arians out the door? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
THURSDAY’S DAILY FIVE *Rumblings, musings and opinions* 1. ROONEY PUSHING ARIANS OUT?: There were strong indications days after the 2009 regular season that Art Rooney II was on the verge of firing offensive coordinator Bruce Arians before quarterback Ben Roethlisberger stepped in, playing a big part in keeping Arians in place as offensive coordinator. This … Go here to read the rest

Mueller getting back on track after head injury (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By PAT GRAHAM AP Sports Writer … Continued here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Evgeni Malkin, James Neal Displaying Franchise-Line Promise Source: Bleacher Report
Evgeni Malkin ‘s recovery, it would seem, is complete. Geno struggled famously with injuries, inconsistency and poor linemates for two seasons following a pair of prolific campaigns in 2007-08 and 2008-09. … Continue reading here

Penguins’ Letang will play tonight vs. Rangers Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma confirmed that defenseman Kris Letang will play for the first time since sustaining a concussion on Nov. … More

Pens Lineup News: Letang in; Asham has second concussion in less than a year Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins @ Rangers Defenseman Kris Letang returns to the lineup for the first time since November 26, 2011.Letang missed the past 27 games due to a concussion. … Read the rest here

Kris Letang Will Play Tonight, Arron Asham Has Concussion Symptoms Source: The Pensblog
Kris Letang returns tonight at MSG . Letang hasn't played since November 26, 2011 in Montreal … More

About the Rangers – 01-19-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Rangers. … View post

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … View video

MORNING PENS BUZZ: Letang pushing hard to play vs NYR; Pens wrapup Pro Scouting Meetings; Four Prospects available with trade value Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
MORNING PENS BUZZ We are moving past the midway point of the season and as dangerous as the Penguins might be in the playoffs if they get fully healthy, the Penguins have to start moving away from that No. 8, No … See more here

“Penguins Charity Prize Bags” To Go On Sale Friday at 6:30 p.m. Source: penguins.nhl.com
1,500 “Penguins Charity Prize Bags” will go on sale Friday at 6:30 p.m. as part of the “Penguins Charity Auction on ROOT SPORTS” – benefitting the Mario Lemieux Foundation and Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation. The Pe… … Read more here

The Paul Martin Powerball Source: The Pensblog
New twitter contest for the rest of the season. It is called the Paul Martin Powerball … Read more here

JOBBER OF THE WEEK: Francesco Schettino Source: The Pensblog
The guy on the right, probably the jobber of the year so far. He is the captain of the Luxury cruise ship Costa Concordia that ran ashore and sank. Here was his excuse via the daily mail : The passengers were rushing all over the decks trying to scramble into the lifeboats. … More

Empty Netter Assists – 01-19-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” We never lost faith or confidence in him .” – Penguins assistant coach Todd Reirden on Paul Martin (above). -Dan Bylsma speaks: 150696 -Uhhhhhhh…. … Read this article

Red Wings goaltender Howard earned All-Star game spot Source: Tribune-Review
The Red Wings goaltender played his way into the league’s showcase of stars later this month in Ottawa after his name wasn’t among the 18 players at his position on the original ballot. … Continued here

Alfredsson, Chara will serve as NHL All-Star captains Source: Tribune-Review
The league said that Team Alfredsson would wear white jerseys and red pants, with Team Chara in dark blue jerseys and pants. … Visit link

Michigan, NHL discussing Winter Classic deal Source: Tribune-Review
Michigan athletic director Dave Brandon says the school and the NHL are discussing bringing the Winter Classic to Michigan Stadium. … Continue reading here

Rangers are emerging as team to beat in Eastern Conference Source: Tribune-Review
Just a smidge past the halfway point, it’s the New York Rangers standing atop the East as the one to knock off to reach the Stanley Cup finals. … Read more here

Defenseman Letang ready to return to lineup for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
Defenseman Kris Letang is ready to return to the lineup for the first time in nearly two months, and he could be on the ice against the New York Rangers. … Read this article

Starkey: Cooke’s conundrum Source: Tribune-Review
Say what you want about the Penguins’ Matt Cooke, but his transformation has been positively remarkable. … Read more

Streaking Penguins beginning to show their fighting spirit Source: Tribune-Review
Aside from center Evgeni Malkin’s brilliance, the Penguins are winning games again because of a return to their physical roots. … Read more here

NHL Notebook: Alfredsson, Chara All-Star captains Source: Post Gazette
Daniel Alfredsson of the host Ottawa Senators and the Boston Bruins’ Zdeno Chara will serve as captains for the NHL All-Star Game. Picked by their fellow All-Stars, they will lead the team-selection process at the Jan … Continued here

Paul Martin has shaken off a slow start and injuries Source: Post Gazette
The pass from Evgeni Malkin came from the far side of the slot as Paul Martin pinched hard on a back-door play. … Read more

Penguins Notebook: Team eager to stage another Garden party Source: Post Gazette
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma gathered his players at practice Wednesday for some prep talk going into the game tonight against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. He mentioned some players to watch, such as defenseman Marc Staal and forwards Marian Gaborik and Brad Richards. … Continued here

The end of the Wheeling Nailers? Source: The Pensblog
Sad news from Wheeling, the Nailers are apparently on the way out. A report via WTRF : We personally never got into minor league hockey, but we know a lot of people who got into hockey via teams like Wheeling. … The rest is here

The triumphant return of the Elmo balloon Source: The Pensblog
From reader Pat M.: TPB Staff, I don't know if anyone else has seen this, but the Elmo balloon has found its way into CEC. … Read the rest here

Sidney Crosby: Captaincy Meeting Must Be Least of Sid the Kid’s Concerns Source: Bleacher Report
You may not be aware of this, but as we speak the dumbest, most irrelevant argument in the history of sports is taking place in Pittsburgh. Are the Penguins looking to replace Sidney Crosby as the captain? Last week, Dejan Kovacevic of the Pittsburgh-Tribune Review reported that the Penguins had held a meeting to discuss whether or not they should temporarily replace Crosby as the Pittsburgh captain. Last week in Pittsburgh, according to three sources, a group of players held a 45-minute meeting to discuss a temporary captaincy. Another source disputed that any such meeting occurred. … Continued here

Video: Radio Rewind (01/19/2012) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks about the team’s recent performance and the skills of Evgeni Malkin. … View video

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PensHead Daily Links 01-07-2012

Saturday, January 7th, 2012

Pens – Rangers Fallout: MCL injury for Staal? Look ahead to Devils Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Staal Latest On a hit from Mike Rupp, Penguins center Jordan Staal suffered a left knee injury in the third period of last night’s 3-1 loss to the New York Rangers. Staal who was in severe pain, will miss tonight’s game vs the New Jersey and is fully expected to be out of the lineup … Follow this link

Gameday 40 – Devils Source: The Pensblog
New Jersey Devils (22-16-2) @Pittsburgh Penguins (21-14-4) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, MSG Plus Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA The Penguins and Devils are tied in points, but the Devils have a game in hand. The Penguins are only two points ahead of Washington who is in ninth place in the East. … Read this article

Devils at Penguins – 01-07-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from a carbon copy of of yesterday’s wonderful day weather wise. It’s in the high 50s, sunny and there isn’t a cloud in the sky. This is more of a late October day than it is an early January evening. … Read the rest here

Inaugural Mario Lemieux Camp a Success Source: penguins.nhl.com
For every Penguin fans across North America, it would have been a dream to skate alongside Mario Lemieux in a hockey game. Check out photos of camp participants and hockey’… … More

Bruins, Canucks get chippy; suspensions coming for Lucic, Marchand? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
There was no love lost between the Boston Bruins and Vancouver Canucks this afternoon in their rematch of the 2011 Stanley Cup Final that ended in a 4-3 win for the visitors. The opening four minutes of the game featured Continue reading … See the rest here

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins News and Notes: Jan. 7, 2012 Edition Source: Bleacher Report
After a brief hiatus in the last few weeks of 2011, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins News and Notes is back for the New Year and ready to keep you updated on the Pittsburgh Penguins ’ NHL team. In this edition, find out how the Penguins did to open 2012 and which players will be representing the team at the AHL All-Star Game at the end of January. Also, don’t forget to check out the Penguins’ upcoming schedule, which includes a trip to Canada. … See more here

Twenty Years Later: Kings 5, Penguins 2 – 01-07-11 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 … … Excerpt from

About the Devils – 01-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Devils. When and where: 7 p.m. … Visit link

Mt. Lebanon-Central Raise Money For Sciullo Scholarship in Charity Series Source: penguins.nhl.com
The family of fallen police officer Paul Sciullo II stood at center ice under the open night sky. Representatives of Mt … Follow this link

Warm Weather Doesn’t Deter Opening Game of PIHL Outdoor Charity Classic Source: penguins.nhl.com
The opening game of the PIHL High School Hockey Outdoor Charity Series pitted two of the top teams from Class A against each other in the cold of South Park’s outdoor rink in a benefit for the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute Resear… … Read more here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This installment of Nemacolin Big 5 features five questions with … Watch video here

Video: Iron Workers (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Iron Workers Building of a Champion takes a look at #18 James Neal. … Video here

Video: Tonight’s Matchup 1/7/12 vs. Devils Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins play their second game in a row against the New Jersey Devils for tonight’s match up (1/7/12). … Video here

Video: Lemieux Fantasy Camp (01/07/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mario Lemieux and many other former Pittsburgh Penguins held the first ever Lemiuex Fantasy Camp as a fundraiser for the Mario Lemieux Foundation. … View video here

The Importance Of Kris Letang Source: The Pensblog
Kris Letang was injured during the Pittsburgh Penguins game in Montreal on November 26, 2011 . He went on to score the winning goal that night, but he hasn't played a hockey game since. After all of the games were played on November 26, the Penguins were leading the Eastern Conference and the entire NHL in points with 32. … Visit link

Penn State’s Bill O’Brien receives 5 year deal base of $950k Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Details of Bill O’Brien’s contract have been released and it’s a five year deal with a $950,000 base salary. Incentives push the deal to $2.3 million per season … See the article here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -The NHLPA has rejected the NHL’s realignment plan which was scheduled to take affect starting next season . -EN Says: Welcome to the NHL Donald Fehr. With the CBA expiring this summer, NHLPA boss Donald Fehr is going to use anything, even something fair … … Link

Staal out for tonight’s game vs. Devils Source: Post Gazette
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma said today that the extent of the left knee injury center Jordan Staal sustained Friday night in a collision with the Rangers’ Mike Rupp has not been determined, but Staal is certainly out for tonight when New Jersey visits Consol Energy Center. … Follow this link

Game Day: Too Early to Tell on Staal Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Staal out, Bortuzzo demoted – 01-07-12 Source: Empty Netters
Another day. Another injury. Penguins forward Jordan Staal will not play tonight as a result of a knee injury (PG+) he suffered in a collision last night with Rangers forward Mike Rupp. … View post

Video: Game Day: Richard Park (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Richard Park talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New Jersey Devils. … To see video click here

Video: Game Day: Dustin Jeffrey (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dustin Jeffrey talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New Jersey Devils. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New Jersey Devils. … See this video

Video: Scouting Report: NJ Devils (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details on what to expect when the NJ Devils come to Pittsburgh. … To see video click here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the New Jersey Devils. … Watch video here

Video: Trib Jr Reporter Source: penguins.nhl.com
Eva Dorr interviews Marc-Andre Fleury in tonight’s Trib Junior Reporter. … Video here

STATS: Wins/Losses vs Playoff/Non Playoff Teams Source: The Pensblog
@MikeDarnay with some straight business. He broke the Penguins record against playoff teams and non playoff teams: Yikes, what a brutal December, and the Pens are already 0-1 this month. And got news for you, the next 3 of 4 are against playoff teams. … More here

Penguins Re-Assign Defenseman Robert Bortuzzo to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have activated defenseman Robert Bortuzzo from injured reserve and re-assigned him to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Bortu… … More

Video: Jordan Staal’s Knee Injury Source: Bleacher Report
The Penguins faced one of the hottest NHL teams on Friday night, the New York Rangers . After the Pens fell by a final score of 3-1, the loss wasn’t the only dark cloud over Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh Penguins center Jordan Staal’s left knee collided with Mike Rupp late in the third period … More here

RECAP: Tighten your buttcheeks. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
We really don't know what to say. … Continued here

Rupp’s heart still in Western Pennsylvania Source: Tribune-Review
Mike Rupp plays for the New York Rangers now, but he made it clear Friday that his heart remains in Western Pennsylvania. … Visit link

Realignment plans put on hold Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL’s radical realignment will have to wait at least a year. … See the rest here

Painful loss for Pens Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins can’t beat the Eastern Conference elite at Consol Energy Center. Now, they’re 10 points out of the lead. … See more here

Friday’s Three Stars: Varlamov’s Chicago shutout; Fleury’s goal blooper (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Semyon Varlamov, Colorado Avalanche The Avs played well in front of him, but a shutout in Chicago is a shutout in Chicago. Varlamov made 27 saves as Colorado defeated the Chicago Blackhawks, 4-0. … Visit link

Penguins can’t find way past Rangers’ Lundqvist, fall 3-1 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins will tell you that they liked the way they played. A lot. … More here

Penguins Notebook: McDonald off farm — at last Source: Post Gazette
Colin McDonald isn’t looking to spread sour grapes — “I already may have been too outspoken,” he said — but the winger can’t stress enough how glad he is to be in the Penguins organization. … The rest is here

Video: Penguins lose Jordan Staal on Mike Rupp’s knee-on-knee hit (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
With 4:45 left their game against the New York Rangers on Friday night, the Pittsburgh Penguins witnessed just about the last thing they wanted to see right now: Center Jordan Staal in considerable pain after a knee-on-knee collision with former Continue reading … Follow this link

NHL: Realignment plan, modified playoff delayed (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL called off plans Friday to realign and adopt a modified playoff format next season after the players’ association refused to agree to the changes. … View post

Rangers stay hot, drop Penguins 3-1 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
New York Rangers coach John Tortorella watched his team slog through the opening minutes of Friday night’s game against Pittsburgh and decided he’d seen enough. … Follow this link

Penn State officially names Bill O’Brien head coach Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penn State officially names Bill O’Brien head coach Penn State has officially named New England Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien as the school’s 15th head football coach in school history. O’Brien will remain New England’s offensive coordinator throughout the Pats playoff run. The school will introduce O’Brien at an 11:30 a.m … Read the rest here

VIDEO: Jordan Staal’s injury Source: The Pensblog
via @ AGretz here is the Jordan Staal injury. EDIT: Rupp comments on the hit & Pens fans on Twitter : … See the rest here

Penguins fall to Rangers, 3-1 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins’ losing streak reached three games as they fell, 3-1, to the New York Rangers tonight at Consol Energy Center. … See the rest here

Realignment Killed, Future League/Union Problems Coming Up? Source: The Pensblog
The NHL's realignment plan (that we called “basically official” when it was announced ) is apparently dead and it's the NHLPA that killed it. From NHL.com : The National Hockey League announced today that it will not move forward with implementation of the Realignment Plan and modified Playoff Format recently approved by the NHL Board of Governors for the 2012-13 NHL season because the NHLPA has refused to provide its consent. … Read more here

2012 Street Hockey USA Tournament Source: penguins.nhl.com
2012 Street Hockey USA Tournament Street Hockey USA presents two great dek/ball/street hockey tournaments for 2012: the Mid-West Regional at Hot Shots Indoor Arena and the 17th Annual Street Hockey USA National Championships at RMU Island Sport… … Read this article

Fan Guide vs. New Jersey Devils Source: penguins.nhl.com
7:00 PM Ticketmaster | TicketExchange | Student Rush Don’t have a ticket yet? … More here

Endgame: Rangers 3, Penguins 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Really, not good. Pens lose 3-1. Staal hurt Source: The Pensblog
Only thing that is appropriate: Jordan Staal suffered what appeared to be a serious knee injury late in the third. To sum the night up, a Pens fan got hit in the face with a puck … Go here to read the rest

Alyssa-Renee has added a photo to the pool: 1/5/2012, Pittsburgh Penguins “Meet & Greet”

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THIRD PERIOD: All Rangers, 2-1 Source: The Pensblog
All Rangers all the time in the second period. Pens still in the game, but man … Link

NHL Realignment won’t happen In 2012-2013 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
It was thought that the NHLPA signing off on new Realignment plans approved by Board of Governors last month was a lock but not so fast The NHLPA has denied consent and realignment for 2012-2013 is on hold and won’t happen next season. The decision to reject the proposal will set the stage for negotiations … More

Pittsburgh Penguins: Sidney Crosby Calling It Quits for the Season? Source: Bleacher Report
While Sidney Crosby has been participating in lightexercisewith his team, he still remains out of the lineup indefinitely and is still experiencing concussion-like symptoms. This doesn’t bode well for the Penguins, as they have now effectively been without Crosby for pretty much a full year. Concussions can be a tricky injury … More here

Video: Post Game: Ben Lovejoy (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy talks to reporters following Friday night’s game. … To see video click here

Video: Post Game: Colin McDonald (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Colin McDonald talks to reporters following Friday night’s game. … To see video click here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after falling to the New York Rangers 3-1. … View video here

Video: Post Game: Chris Kunitz (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz talks to reporters following Friday night’s game. … See video here

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PensHead Daily Links 01-05-2012

Thursday, January 5th, 2012

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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PensHead Daily Links 09-27-2011

Tuesday, September 27th, 2011

Nashville again turns to talented youth movement (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By TERESA M. WALKER AP Sports Writer … See the rest here

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Preseason Gameday 4 – Kings Source: The Pensblog
Los Angeles Kings (1-1-1) vs. Pittsburgh Penguins(3-0-0) 8:00 pm/et TV: None, that we know of. Sprint Center, Kansas City, MO Season Series: 0-0-0 Last Meeting: February 10, 2011. … Read this article

Latest Pens Roster Buzz on Morrow, Park, Vitale & MacIntyre Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pens brass still weighing what to do with Joe Morrow The Pittsburgh Penguins are expected to make around 10 cuts on Wednesday and sources say that as of this morning, the Penguins brass was still in the evaluation process with 1st round pick Joe Morrow. Morrow has looked so NHL ready, that the Penguins … See the rest here

Puck Headlines: Calling out Doughty; NHL in Kansas City (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 Chive has a collection of images from Paul Bissonnette’s yfrog Continue reading … See the rest here

Picard remains sidelined with hand injury Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Defenseman Alexandre Picard remains sidelined due to a hand injury and did not practice today. Picard who was injured in the third period of Saturday’s game, has not skated since Saturday. … The rest is here

Vezina Picks: Rosen Says Fleury Source: penguins.nhl.com
Not many goalies can say they had a season (and offseason) like Boston’s Tim Thomas. In the process of winning the Stanley Cup, Thomas also took home the Conn Smythe Trophy. … More

Video: Game-Day: Dan Bylsma (9/27/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters before heading to Kansas City for an exhibition game against the LA Kings. … Click here to view video

Video: Game-Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (9/27/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to reporters before heading to Kansas City for an exhibition game against the LA Kings. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Jordan Staal (9/27/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to reporters before heading to Kansas City for an exhibition game against the LA Kings. … Click here to view video

Tangradi to get big opportunity on top line vs Kings Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
PITTSBURGH — Left winger Eric Tangradi has had an underwhelming camp and concerns are starting to mount from scouts about his offensive abiltiy and skating ability in the Penguins system. Considered a longshot to make the team, Tangradi gets his big chance tonight to make an impression and show the Penguins something,as he will be … Link

Hockey Fantasy: Skate with Mario! Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ever dream of skating on a line with Mario Lemieux? Think you can take a pass from Mario? Here’s your chance. … Link

Penguins, CONSOL Energy Center Introduce
Latest Ticketing Technology For Added Fan Value Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins are now offering fans the opportunity to add value to their game experience at CONSOL Energy Center with the latest innovation in ticketing technology, known as Ticket+. The Ticket+ program enables fans to add a do… … Go here to read the rest

Sullivan to sit out 4th straight preseason game Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Winger Steve Sullivan who has been dealing with a groin injury, will sit out his 4th straight preseason game. Sullivan practiced through the weekend and on Monday. The Penguins are being cautious with Sullivan but he expects to play in one of the final two preseason games. … More

Game Day Buzz: Pens to face their first NHL type lineup of the preseason Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
PITTSBURGH — The Penguins are 3-0 in the preseason but have faced AHL type of lineups for the most part in all three contests, aside from the Red Wings dressing the likes of Pavel Datsyuk, Jimmy Howard in the preseason opener. Tonight the Penguins and Los Angeles Kings face-off in Kansas City and the Penguins … Read this article

Mario Lemieux Foundation ANNOUNCES new Fantasy Hockey Camp Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
PITTSBURGH September 27, 2011 The Mario Lemieux Foundation announced today that NHL great and Pittsburgh Penguins owner Mario Lemieux will hold a fantasy hockey camp on January 4-8, 2012, benefitting the Foundation. I am excited about the prospect of this camp, said Lemieux … See the rest here

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Los Angeles (KC Edition) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Tonight’s lineups (9:45 AM). Line combos/D-pairs (10:35 AM) … Read the rest here

Empty Netter Assists – 09-27-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Can James Neal (above) work out on the right wing ? -The next three preseason games are important for Eric Tangradi . … See more here

LINK CITY: No Cuts, Moves Like Jagr… Source: The Pensblog
Pens vs. … See the rest here

SEASON PREVIEW: The Northwest Division Source: The Pensblog
All week long we are going to take a look at the different divisions in the NHL. We don't know much about other divisions. The Pens are in our mouth 24/7 because of the blog, so while you jokes are smokin and jokin reading about the Sharks in your spare time, we're making photoshops . We pay attention to the Northwest Division like we do when we get out student-loan bill in the mail. We see it, but we don't give a shit. But eventually you have to pay attention to it. … See more here

Penguins expected lineup – 09-27-11 Source: Empty Netters
According to Rich Hammond of the L.A. Kings Insider , this is the expected lineup for the Penguins in tonight’s game at Kansas City: Forwards – Mark Letestu, Jordan Staal, Richard Park, Chris Kunitz, James Neal, Eric Tangradi, Craig Adams, Nick Johnson, Steve MacIntyre, Joe V … … See more here

Flyers, Rangers set for Winter Classic Source: Tribune-Review
The worst-kept secret in sports was finally let out of the bag when the league announced the Flyers vs. the Rangers in the NHL Winter Classic on Jan. 2 at Citizens Bank Park. … Continue reading here

New faces expected to lead Flyers Source: Tribune-Review
Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren stripped the roster of so many key cogs in that unforgettable run to the finals in 2010. … Read more here

Penguins’ Orpik still recovering from surgery Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik did not practice Monday, and there is at least some uncertainty within the organization about his status for the regular-season opener. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins’ goal on ‘D’ is 200 or fewer goals Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins pulled off the feat in 2010, despite playing the opening 41 games without center Jordan Staal, inarguably their top defensive forward. … Link

LW Neal is feeling all right in move Source: Post Gazette
It is, of course, far too early to declare this experiment a success. The sampling is too small to reach any serious conclusions. Still, that doesn’t mean the Penguins can’t be encouraged by what they’ve seen from James Neal since he was shifted to right wing at the start of training camp. … More here

NHL Notebook: Flyers, Rangers heat up Classic Source: Post Gazette
Not even a joint announcement of the Winter Classic could thaw the rivalry between the New York Rangers and Philadelphia Flyers. Hope the “24/7″ cameras were rolling. New York team president Glen Sather grabbed the microphone and made his bid to host the next Comedy Central roast … More here

Joe Vitale: Penguins C Earning His Way with Tenacity, Penalty Kill Prowess Source: Bleacher Report
With Sidney Crosby and Dustin Jeffrey unlikely to skate when the Penguins open their season October 6 in Vancouver , Dan Bylsma will find himself in familiar territory—with injuries at the center position. Last year, the team’s top five centers—Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Jordan Staal, Jeffrey and Mark Letestu—each missed more than 15 games due to injury, with 122 games lost between Crosby, Malkin and Staal … See more here

VIDEO: Wayne Simmonds Calls Sean Avery A Homo Source: The Pensblog
Remember when everyone felt bad for Wayne Simmonds like 8 minutes ago? Well check out what we he said to Sean Avery … More here

Max Talbot Turtles Against The Rangers Source: The Pensblog
Minimum Talbot turtled against the Rangers. … Continue reading here

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PensHead Daily Links 09-07-2011

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

Sidney Crosby’s concussion progress (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Penguins star intends to play this season, but there’s no time frame on his return. … Continue reading here

A timeline of Sidney Crosby’s concussion (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – A timeline of Sidney Crosby’s recovery from a concussion that has sidelined the Pittsburgh Penguins star for more than eight months. … Read more here

Mario Lemieux Foundation Announces Playroom Opening at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Source: penguins.nhl.com
PITTSBURGH — September 7, 2011 — The Mario Lemieux Foundation announced today the opening of their newest Austin’s Playroom at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland, in the Warrior Transition Unit, whic… … Read this article

Crosby Expected to Make Full Recovery and Return to Game Action Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins center Sidney Crosby has made “significant progress” the last three weeks and is expected to make a full recovery in recovering from a concussion he suffered in early January. While there are no certainties involved with a… … Follow this link

Sidney Crosby: What Today’s News Means for the Future of the NHL Source: Bleacher Report
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby held a press conference Wednesday to address the rampant speculation concerning his health and availability for the 2011-2012 NHL season. At the press conference, Crosby and his doctors confirmed what had been speculated: he will not be ready to start the NHL season in October. There were not a lot of details other than that. Crosby mentioned that he felt he would return this seasonat some point and when asked if there was a chance he would never be able to return, he said “A pretty slight one, I wouldn’t bet on that.” What is certain is that Crosby will miss a significant amount of time, if not the whole season, this year. What does this news mean to the future of the NHL? While the NHL will survive in the long run, there will be an immediate impact. Love him or hate him, Crosby is one of the top players in the league and its most recognizable face. … Continue reading here

Video: Sidney Crosby Media Conference (9/7/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby address the media at the CONSOL Energy Center. … View video here

Presser Analysis: Crosby calls playing this season “likely” but return still a long ways away Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Doctors indicated today that they believe Sidney Crosby is making “significant progress” of late and Crosby backed up those statements. “Mentally I feel good, ” Crosby said on his condition. … Go here to read the rest

No timetable for Crosby’s return to ice (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. … Visit link

Crosby optimistic about playing for Penguins in upcoming season Source: Post Gazette
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby believes it is “likely” he will play in the 2011-12 NHL season, but he and two concussion specialists overseeing his health can’t put any sort of timetable on it. … Read more here

Crosby improving, but not enough to return Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby met with the media for the first time since April and, flanked by two doctors and general manager Ray Shero, explained that he has made great progress from a concussion sustained on Jan. 5. … Link

Sidney Crosby says he won’t rush back from concussions (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The wait to see Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby on the ice may be a bit longer. While saying it’s “likely” he’ll return this season, the former MVP told reporters that he won’t rush back from a pair of concussions he suffered in January. … Read more here

Sidney Crosby: More of the Same from Pittsburgh Penguins and Star Player Source: Bleacher Report
If you missed Sidney Crosby ‘s press conference today, you didn’t miss much. He and his doctors were optimistic with the progress that Crosby has made from his head injuries sustained last season, but had no specific timetable as to when he’ll return … Visit link

Doctors, Crosby extremely positive about long-term recovery and returning to the ice Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Ray Shero, Dr. … Visit link

Dr. Collins: I’m Optimistic Sid Will Have a Long, Fruitful Career Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins center Sidney Crosby, general manager Ray Shero and concussion experts Dr. Michael Collins and Dr … Follow this link

Recap: Sidney Crosby’s Press Conference Source: The Pensblog
From @DixieNormess It's “likely” that Sidney Crosby will be back in the NHL this season and his doctors expect that he will have a full recovery. There is no timetable for his return. Crosby came out with two doctors and Ray Shero . … Go here to read the rest

Crosby still a question mark – 09-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby talked to the media today for the first time since the end of the 2010-11 season to discuss his health . … Continue reading here

Russian plane crash kill several members of KHL team- 09-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
We’ll have someing on Sidney Crosby shortly, but first something far more important. From the Associated Press: TUNOSHNA, Russia — A Russian jet carrying a top ice hockey team slammed into a riverbank moments after takeoff Wednesday, killing at least 43 people in one of the worst plane crashes ever involving a sports team. Two other people on board were critically injured … Go here to read the rest

Hornets To Host ‘Patriots Challenge’ Youth Hockey Tournament Dedicated To The Heroes of Sept. 11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Hornets ’99 Pee Wees (12 year olds) will host the first Patriots Challenge youth hockey tournament dedicated to the heroes and victims of September 11. The tournament, scheduled for Sept. 10 and 11 at RMU Island Spo… … Link

Crosby press conference – 09-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
To watch Sidney Crosby’s press conference, click here . … Continued here

Pittsburgh Penguins Elite to Host 19 & Under Girl’s Hockey Showcase in Pittsburgh Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Sidney Crosby: Press Conference Won’t Yield Positive Results for Penguins Fans Source: Bleacher Report
Things are beginning to look gloomy in Pittsburgh this morning. As the rain falls across the east coast, tears may begin falling as well. … See more here

NHL Trade Speculation: 4 Ideal Pieces to Put Around Sidney Crosby Source: Bleacher Report
If they can acquire the perfect piece to fit next to Sidney Crosby , the Pittsburgh Penguins will add a fourth Stanley Cup to their trophy case. Pittsburgh has tried many combinations with Crosby. … See the article here

Crosby skates before news conference Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Sidney Crosby skated this morning at Consol Energy Center prior to a news conference scheduled for 12:30 p.m. at which he will provide an update on his concussion. … Read this article

Crosby goes through on-ice workout today in Pittsburgh Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby went through on-ice workout this morning, prior to today’s news conference that will begin at 12:30 p.m. … Continue reading here

Gameday – Sidney Crosby Source: The Pensblog
12: 30PM TV: ROOT Sports, ESPN (!?), TSN , Rogers Sportsnet & possibly more. Also streaming on Penguins.NHL.com . CONSOL Energy Center Off Topic: You've probably heard about the plane crash involving a KHL team already … See the article here

Russian jet carrying hockey team crashes, 43 dead Source: Tribune-Review
A Russian jet carrying a local ice hockey team crashedtoday while taking off in western Russia, killing 43 people and leaving one critically injured, officials said. … Follow this link

Chat live with Dejan Kovacevic tomorrow Source: Tribune-Review
Tribune-Review columnist Dejan Kovacevic will hold his weekly chat with readers about Pittsburgh sports at noon tomorrow. … Excerpt from

LINK CITY: #thesidecision, Lovejoy, call to arms, Charlie goes to Decadence Source: The Pensblog
Links that are waiting for # thesidecision . The hockey world awaits the Sidney Crosby Press Conference. According to this tweet from Root Sports, they will cover the press conference live. The Pens website will be streaming the conference, as well as every station in Canada. … See more here

Caps’ Ovechkin set to rebound from bad year Source: Tribune-Review
Coming off his worst statistical season as a pro career lows of 32 goals and 85 points Alex Ovechkin is changing his approach yet again. … The rest is here

Empty Netter Assists – 09-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Sidney Crosby (above) is scheduled to speak to the media today regarding his healthy. We plan on Tweeting it live ( @emptynetters ). -The press conference is going to get plenty of attention. … Follow this link

In 29 Days… Source: The Pensblog
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The Pensblog Podcast – Sept 6, 2011 Source: The Pensblog
Scott Leib from Preservation Pittsburgh joins us to discuss the future of the Igloo. The interview is somewhat long, but it's filled with information. Tony, formerly of the Confluence, joins Adam, Derek and Rick as well. … More here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Could Sidney Crosby Announce His Retirement? Source: Bleacher Report
Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins is the National Hockey League. The NHL needs Crosby to be healthy, but there is one problem—he isn’t … Read this article

Look for Crosby presser to be positive about long-term recovery but more of an unknown for immediate future Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Just a few weeks after seeing leading concussion specialists for second opinions, Sidney Crosby will address reporters on Wednesday afternoon at 12:30 p.m., for the first time since late April. Crosby’s health has been a daily topic of rumors and speculation and Crosby is not holding a media session tomorrow to announce he will shut … See more here

Penguins call Wednesday press conference for Sidney Crosby (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
In just a two-sentence release issued on their web site, the Pittsburgh Penguins released a statement Tuesday that many of the team’s fans will tune in for, namely, star Sidney Crosby’s health condition. The release said simply: “Sidney Crosby will address the media… … The rest is here

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PensHead Daily Links 07-09-2011

Saturday, July 9th, 2011

The Comeback Source: penguins.nhl.com
Throughout the summer, www.PittsburghPenguins.com will periodically present a PNC Wealth Management “Legendary Moment” from the PNC Legends Level Suites at CONSOL Energy Center. Each display features an incredible moment from Penguins… … More

Baby Penguins Banter: AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Free Agency Update Source: Bleacher Report
Although the majority of attention is on NHL teams as they sign free agents, American Hockey League teams also have roster spots to fill, and the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins are no exception. Last year’s regular season champions have lost some big pieces, but they have also re-signed some good players from last year’s team and landed some solid players from other organizations. Here is a rundown of who will be back for 2011-12 and who will be continuing their career elsewhere, as well as who will wear the black, gold and red for the first time. Out: Chris Collins Collins will be going back to Europe for a second time, as he also played in Finland and Germany during the 2008-09 season. … Link

89 Days……. Source: The Pensblog
viva la @stoosh10 … Continue reading here

Empty Netter Assists – 07-09-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Ray Shero speaks: 120496 -Pending approval from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, Rivers Casino the Mario Lemieux Foundation will hold a charity poker tournament Sept. 17 . No word yet if Evgeni Malkin will be allowed to have Oreos at the tables … View post

Alvarez has 3 RBI night for Triple-A Indy Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pedro Alvarez went 2-for-4 with 3 RBI’s, 2 doubles and 2 runs scored in Friday’s 10-1 win. … Excerpt from

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PensHead Daily Links 04-29-2011

Friday, April 29th, 2011

Crosby had setback, but ‘not worried’ about 2011 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby acknowledged he recently had a setback and experienced symptoms during his recovery from a concussion, but the Pittsburgh Penguins star said he isn't worried that he won't be ready for the start of next season. Crosby addressed reporters on Friday for the first time in weeks, on the day the Penguins packed up and dispersed after being eliminated from the NHL playoffs. … Link

Recurring concussion symptoms sideline Crosby Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Sidney Crosby today said a recurrence of concussion symptoms caused him to stop practicing during the Stanley Cup playoffs, and that there is no timeframe for his return to hockey. … Go here to read the rest

Crosby admits to having concussion setback (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. … More

@pghpenguins: Fleury flashes one last grin before leaving the locker room #Pens – http://twitpic.com/4r4o2k

Bylsma, Trotz, Vigneault are Adams Award finalists (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh’s Dan Bylsma, Nashville’s Barry Trotz and Vancouver’s Alain Vigneault are finalists for the Jack Adams Award given to the NHL’s coach of the year, the league said Friday. … See more here

Cooke underwent personality treatment classes Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins winger Matt Cooke who was suspended for the final 17 games of the season, admitted to voluntarily taking some sort of personality treatment classes immediately after his suspension. … Visit link

Puck Headlines: Crosby suffers setback; Russia shocked at worlds (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. Germany shocks Russia at the IIHF World Championships, 2-0, having gone … Continue reading → … Go here to read the rest

Penguins’ Crosby admits to setbacks in recovery (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
With the Pittsburgh Penguins eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, all-world center Sidney Crosby has come forward about setbacks in his recovery from a concussion this season, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Crosby said Friday that he stopped skating with his… … More

Michalek to Skate for Czech Republic at World Championships Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek will join the Czech Republic national team at the 2011 IIHF World Hockey Championships, taking place April 29 to May 15 in Kosice, Slovakia. “I take a lot of pride playing for my national team,” Michalek said. … Read more here

NHL: Colin Campbell, Mike Richards and 10 Postseason Plays That Got Off Easy Source: Bleacher Report
The first round of the 2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs is in the books, and it didn’t take long for hockey’s second season to be overshadowed by the ugly and ridiculous trend of cheap and injurious plays. … Read more

Video: Final Thoughts: Marc-Andre Fleury (4/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury meets with the media on the final day of team activities. … To see video click here

Video: Final Thoughts: Paul Martin 4/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Paul Martin meets with the media on the final day of team activities. … Watch here

Video: Final Thoughts: Max Talbot (4/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Max Talbot meets with the media on the final day of team activities. … See video here

Video: Final Thoughts: Dan Bylsma (4/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma meets with the media on the final day of team activities. … View video here

Video: Final Thoughts: Sidney Crosby (04/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby meets with the media on the final day of team activities. … View video

Video: Final Thoughts: Ray Shero (4/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
General Manager Ray Shero talks with the media … View video here

Walkout Meetings Buzz: Malkin wants to play center again, more tidbits Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Friday’s Walkout Meetings Buzz: | Crosby admits to setback; Team confident in full recovery; Malkin to wants to return to center; Does Bylsma agree?; Cooke will be back; Bylsma has high praise for Nick Johnson; Bylsma not opposed to power play coach; Jeffrey, Letestu to battle for final center spot next season? | — The … Continued here

Crosby says he had concussion-related setback recently Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Sidney Crosby, who did not play after Jan. 5 because of a concussion, said today he is optimistic about playing next season, but admitted to suffering a setback in his rehabilitation recently … Continue reading here

Malkin says he likely would have returned in the Conference Finals Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The talk from Evgeni Malkin’s camp and sources this week that the Penguins center could return in the playoffs was legit. Malkin said today that he likely would have returned in the third round of the playoffs. As reported earlier this week, Malkin’s knee injury was not as severe as once believed by the team … See the rest here

@pghpenguins: #Pens gear all packed up in the locker room: – http://twitpic.com/4r248x

Crosby confirms he had a setback about 10 days ago Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Penguins walkout meetings are on-going this afternoon and Sidney Crosby confirmed what many suspected: A set back. The Penguins captain during today’s media availability said he had another setback about a week in a half ago, which pretty much put an end to any chance of him returning for the playoffs. “I had symptoms … See more here

Listen To Puck Daddy Radio for Mike Richter, Conn Smythe watch (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
It's a (gettin' down on) Friday edition of Puck Daddy Radio, and we're chatting about the following and much more: Special Guest Star: New York Rangers legend and U.S. Hockey Hall of Famer Mike Richter talks goaltending, the playoffs … Continue reading → … Follow this link

Crosby had setback; Michalek to play for Czech Republic -04-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
A few notes out of the Penguins’ final media availability for the season today: -First, Sidney Crosby admitted he suffered a set back in terms of his symptoms towards the end of the season . Said Crosby: “Yeah, I started to get some symptoms, probably a week and a half ago, whenever I stopped skating. I started t … … The rest is here

Neal to Play for Canada at World Championships Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins winger James Neal has been added to Team Canada’s roster for the 2011 IIHF World Hockey Championships, taking place April 29 to May 15 in Kosice, Slovakia. “I’m excited,” Neal said … Follow this link

NHL Jack Adams Award: Bylsma vs. Trotz vs. Vigneault (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Every season, the Jack Adams Award has a field of several coaches that all deserve consideration for best of the year. But the 2010-11 season produced a few candidates that were exceptional; and one of them, assumed to be a … Continue reading → … Follow this link

Bylsma named Jack Adams Finalist Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma has been named a Jack Adams Finalist for NHL coach of the year. . … Read more

Pens coach Bylsma a finalist for NHL coaching award Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma is a finalist for the NHL’s Jack Adams Award as the top coach. The other finalists are Vancouver’s Alain Vigneault and Nashville’s Barry Trotz. … Visit link

Vigneault a finalist for Jack Adams Trophy (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Alain Vigneault, who led the Vancouver Canucks to the NHL's best record during the regular season, was named a finalist for the Jack Adams award, given annually to the league's top coach. … The rest is here

Dan Bylsma Nominated For Coach Of The Year Source: The Pensblog
Dan Bylsma has been nominated for the Jack Adams Trophy as the NHL coach of the year : “To see your name next to names like Scotty Bowman, Bob Johnson and Herb Brooks in Pittsburgh history, let alone coaches in NHL history. And to think about your name getting mentioned as a Coach of the Year, a Jack Adams candidate is humbling.” – Dan Bylsma Barry Trotz from Nashville and Alain Vigneault from Vancouver are the other two nominees. … Visit link

Bylsma finalist for NHL’s top coach award Source: Post Gazette
Dan Bylsma of the Penguins is a finalist for the Jack Adams Award, which goes to the NHL’s top coach … Continued here

Sharks – Red Wings preview – 04-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
(2) Sharks vs. (3) Red Wings Sharks Leading Postseason Scorer: Ryane Clowe, 7 points (4 goals, 3 assists) … Read the rest here

Bylsma Humbled by Coach of the Year Nomination Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share It’s no secret that Dan Bylsma has already become one of the most successful head coaches in Penguins history, hoisting the league’s highest honor – the Stanley Cup – just four month… … The rest is here

Bylsma, Trotz and Vigneault Named Jack Adams Award Finalists Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dan Bylsma of the Pittsburgh Penguins, Barry Trotz of the Nashville Predators and Alain Vigneault of the Vancouver Canucks are the three finalists for the 2010-11 Jack Adams Award, presented to the head coach who has “contributed the most to … … Link

Bylsma named finalist for Jack Adams Award – 04-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins won’t get shutout in the awards show. … Continue reading here

Video: Final Thoughts: Dustin Jeffrey (4/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dustin Jeffery meets with the media on the final day of team activities. … To see video click here

Video: Final Thoughts: Tyler Kennedy (4/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Tyler Kennedy meets with the media on the final day of team activities. … View video here

Video: Final Thoughts: Kris Letang (04/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang meets with the media on the final day of team activities. … View video here

Video: Final Thoughts: Pascal Dupuis (04/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis meets with the media on the final day of team activities. … View video here

Video: Final Thoughts: Evgeni Malkin (04/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin meets with the media on the final day of team activities. … See video here

Video: Final Thoughts: Matt Cooke (04/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke meets with the media on the final day of team activities. … See video here

Eulogy: Remembering the 2010-11 Pittsburgh Penguins (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
(Ed. Note: As the Stanley Cup Playoffs continue, we're bound to lose some friends along the journey. … Excerpt from

Penguins Report: Closing Time 2011 Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:00 AM: Well, the Penguins’ resilient season came to a close Wednesday night in a 1-0 Game 7 setback to the Tampa Bay Lightning. It’s always disappointing when your season ends, but it was still an incredibly successful ye… … See the rest here

Capitals – Lightning preview – 04-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
(1) Capitals vs. (5) Lightning Capitals Leading Postseason Scorer: Alex Ovechkin, 6 points (3 goals, 3 assists). … See more here

Bubbly NHL Playoff Preview: Capitals (1) vs. Lightning (5) (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
That the Washington Capitals are rested and ready for a second-round series feels odd; usually under Coach Bruce Boudreau, their hearts should still be pounding after an intense seven-game series. And, usually, those hearts would be pounding on a golf … Continue reading → … Go here to read the rest

Neal to play for Canada in IIHF World Championships – 04-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins forward James Neal will play for Team Canada in the IIHF World Championships beginning today in Slovakia . Neal was acquired prior to the trade deadline along with defenseman Matt Niskanen in a deal which sent defenseman Alex Goligoski to Dallas. … Continued here

Penguins ‘Beard-A-Thon’ Raises Over $64,000 for Mario Lemieux Foundation Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins fans raised more than $64,000 for the Mario Lemieux Foundation by participating in the team’s third annual “Beard-A-Thon” campaign presented by SUPERCUTS. The Penguins led all participating NHL teams in … … Read more

James Neal joins Team Canada for World Championships Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Penguins are holding their walkout meetings today at the Consol Energy Center. There will be some media availability this afternoon followed by season ending pressers from both head coach Dan Bylsma and GM Ray Shero. … Read more here

Dave Molinari’s scouting report: Stanley Cup playoffs Source: Post Gazette
Dave Molinari breaks down the semifinal matchups in the Eastern and Western conferences: … Excerpt from

Empty Netter Assists – 04-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Generally, when Arron Asham is your leading goal-scorer in the postseason, that’s not a good thing . -The Confluence takes a look at the Penguins 2010-11 season . -Calder Cup Playoffs … … Read the rest here

Caps, Lightning get right to it Source: Tribune-Review
The Capitals finished off the New York Rangers in five games, then the other Eastern Conference series went seven. … Visit link

Canucks top Predators in opener Source: Tribune-Review
Roberto Luongo stopped 20 shots and made Chris Higgins’ second-period goal stand up in the Vancouver Canucks’ 1-0 win over the Nashville Predators in the opener of their Western Conference semifinal series Thursday night. … Read more

Penguins 2010-11: Maybe they were the team to beat? Source: Tribune-Review
On paper, the Penguins look to be a Cup favorite next year, but they have to address three particular areas this offseason. … Read the rest here

RECAP: Banfield and Brown. WB/S PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
The focus has turned to the AHL's best Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins now that Pittsburgh has been eliminated. Maybe they knew a few more people were watching than normal and they choked, but that's pretty unlikely … Visit link

Penguins’ playoff exit: Remaining top players mostly failed to produce Source: Post Gazette
Several statistics help to explain why Tampa Bay will face Washington in Game 1 of a second-round playoff series tonight, hours after the Penguins gather at Consol Energy Center for the final time. … The rest is here

Penguins Off-Season Look Ahead Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Penguins arguably overachieved in 2010-2011 due to the vast majority of injuries but the standard didn’t change for the Penguins brass and that was competing for a Stanley Cup. … View post

Baby Pens drop game 1 Source: The Pensblog
Charlotte comes into Wilkes-Barre, and takes game 1 by a 3-2 final. Jon Matsumoto scored two goals and Zac Dalpe sniped the other … Read this article

Introducing Rinko Redemption & Clutch City News Source: The Pensblog
Introducing Rinko Redemption! If your Quest for the Cup team failed as badly as the Pens power play in round one, you'll now have a chance at redemption. Here's how it works: You pick ONE player from each NHL playoff team (5 forwards, 2 defenseman and 1 goalie.) Roster selection locks April 30th, 8:30pm Eastern. … See the article here

Canucks – Predators preview – 04-28-11 Source: Empty Netters
(1) Canucks vs. (5) Predators Canucks Leading Postseason Scorer: Daniel Sedin, 7 points (5 goals, 2 assists) … Read more here

Puck Daddy’s 2011 Stanley Cup Playoff Round 2 Staff Picks (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
In which your friends from Puck Daddy and Puck Daddy Radio on The Score Sirius 98 select the winners for Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. You can see their picks for Round 1 and the Stanley Cup Finals … Continue reading → … Continue reading here

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PensHead Daily Links 03-18-2011

Friday, March 18th, 2011

Gellin’ Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share In the final stretch of games before the postseason, every point is coveted by the playoff hopefuls. … Read more

Video: Skates & Plates (3/18/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sponsored by Trib Total Media and benefiting the Mario Lemieux Foundation and the Western Pennsylvania chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. … Watch video here

GQ ranks Montreal Canadiens fans among worst in sports (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
On the same day some are asking if the Montreal Canadiens are the NHL's most hated team, the venerable Gentleman's Quarterly magazine has named Habs fans, a.k.a. … Excerpt from

Bourne Blog: Sidney Crosby and the long road back from injury (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Three times over the past week, Sidney Crosby has laced up his RBKs and returned to the ice, embarking down the long road back to the Pittsburgh Penguins line-up. Making it to the end of that road can be a … Continue reading → … View post

@pghpenguins: Matt Cooke helps serve dinner at the 2011 Skates & Plates Charity Gala presented by @TribTotalMedia – http://twitpic.com/4apon7

The Morning Skate: 3/18 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 … Read more

2011 Skates and Plates Charity Auction Source: penguins.nhl.com
On Thursday, March 17, 2011, the Pittsburgh Penguins organization held its signature event, the Skates & Plates Charity Gala presented by Trib Total Media, at CONSOL Energy Center. The event benefited the Penguins Foundation, Weste… … More

NHL: Do the Right Thing, It’s Time to Shut Down Sidney Crosby Source: Bleacher Report
Sidney Crosby has skated for 15 minutes three of the past four days and that already has some Penguins fans salivating about a potential return. We really need to pump the brakes on those thoughts and think: Is returning to hockey this year the best thing for Sidney Crosby? Since suffering a concussion on a blindside headshot (thanks NHL) in the Winter Classic, Crosby has been stuck in a seemingly never-ending loop of concussion symptoms. The 45 minutes of skating this past week is the most hockey activity Crosby has done in months … Read the rest here

Business as usual for the NHL – 03-18-11 Source: Empty Netters
The NHL’s decision to resist introducing a universal ban on head shots at this week’s general managers meetings was disappointing but hardly surprising. Afterall, this is the same league which balked at making helmets mandatory for over a decade after North Stars forward Bill Masterton died as a result of striking his head off the ice in 1968. … Visit link


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Friday Citehh Source: The Pensblog
This is probably our last Friday of freedom before the end of the regular season blends into the playoffs. Go out there and remember what you're fighting for. … Excerpt from

Crosby skates briefly for third time in past four days Source: Tribune-Review
During the past four days, Sidney Crosby has skated three times without reporting problems. After taking a day off Wednesday, Crosby was on the ice Thursday at Southpointe for a brief workout. … See the rest here

Adams fills Penguins’ voids Source: Tribune-Review
Craig Adams won’t wow anyone, but he has made a career out of playing a simple style that often makes good teams great. … Continued here

Game file: Devils at Senators (The Ottawa Citizen) Source: Yahoo Sports
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Empty Netter Assists – 03-18-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Sidney Crosby (above) skated yet again . -Mark Letestu is day to day with an “upper-body” injury after he left Tuesday’s game against the Senators . His ailment is believed to be a shoulder. … Excerpt from

Penguins Notebook: Crosby remains on slow and patient path Source: Post Gazette
It’s pretty much impossible to know just how much progress, if any, Sidney Crosby has made toward recovering from his concussion by skating three times in the past four days. But what might be most important, at least for the moment, is that he hasn’t suffered any setbacks, in the form of symptoms like headaches or dizziness, during that time. “It’s been good,” Crosby said Thursday. … The rest is here

@pghpenguins: An intense game of bubble hockey before the #Pens Skates & Plates event at CONSOL: – http://twitpic.com/4aj7h8

Pens Trade Pucks for Plates at Annual Charity Gala Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share The Penguins players donned tuxedos and passed plates instead of pucks on Thursday at CONSOL Energy Center as they hosted the “Skates & Plates” event presented by Trib Total Media Charity Ga… … Go here to read the rest

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 4, Rangers 2 – 03-17-11 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. … More

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Meetup.com/Penguins

Tuesday, December 21st, 2010

Hey guys, it’s been a while…

I’d feel remiss if I didn’t mention the fact that Kris Letang is having a hell of a year.  Thankfully, fans are recognizing his accomplishments, and have catapulted him into first place in defenseman voting for the All-Star game with 342,118 votes as of this afternoon.  Now, the All-Star game essentially means absolutely nada in the NHL (much to my chagrin…only thing I like about baseball more is their All-Star game determining home advantage in the finals but I digress) but it would be nice for Kris to participate if only so we get more pictures like this:

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and, even cute things like this:

So, on to the real reason I spent 15 minutes fighting wordpress to log in today…

I finally finished a short documentary on the New York City Pittsburgh Penguins Meetup Group.  usbzoso speaks often for his love of the Meetup group, and now you can all see why for yourselves!

Check it out, and share with fellow Pens fans.

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PensHead Daily Links 11-30-2010

Tuesday, November 30th, 2010

Crosby named Canada’s newsmaker of the year Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Sidney Crosby has been named newsmaker of the year — sports and otherwise — in his native Canada by Maclean’s magazine, that country’s equivalent of Time. … Excerpt from

NHL’s Crosby named Maclean’s 2010 newsmaker (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – Maclean's magazine has chosen Sidney Crosby of the NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins as its newsmaker of the year. … See more here

Puck Headlines: Breaking down Caps/Avs trade; Hossa out weeks (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in… … Excerpt from

Pittsburgh Penguins’ Marc-André Fleury: How Ya Like Me Now? Source: Bleacher Report
A few weeks ago we asked the question: “What Is Wrong With Marc-Andr Fleury?” After reviewing his play and watching video of the goals against, our answer to the question posed was: “Nothing… It’s just hockey. … Read more

Sabres not ruling out potential sale (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
BUFFALO, N.Y. – In failing to rule out the possibility of the Sabres being sold, minority owner Larry Quinn declined to discuss a report that a Pennsylvania billionaire is interested in purchasing the NHL franchise. … Continue reading here

Sidney Crosby Dubbed a "Dirty Player" by Brandon Dubinsky Source: Bleacher Report
It has been a hot topic around the NHL today: Sidney Crosby ’s slew foot on New York Rangers forward Ryan Callahan in the first period of a game at Madison Square Garden on Monday night. … Follow this link

NHL: Capitals bolster blueline with addition of Scott Hannan Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Capitals acquire defenseman Scott Hannan The Washington Capitals this afternoon bolstered their blueline, acquiring Colorado Avalanche defenseman Scott Hannan in exchange for forward Tomas Fleischmann. Hannan, 31, is in the final year of a four-year, $18 million contract he signed in 2007. … Read the rest here

Former NHLers to honour NWT as home of hockey (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
DELINE, – Former NHL player John Chabot is emailing a group of nearly a dozen other former hockey players about what they should bring for a game they're playing this week in a remote northern community that lays claim to being the birthplace of hockey. … Read the rest here

Penguins Team Up With U.S. Marine Corps To Hold Holiday Toy Drive at Games on Dec. 6 and 8 Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins and the U.S. Marine Corps are teaming up for their annual Holiday Toy Drive at Penguins home games on Dec. 6 and 8 at CONSOL Energy Center. … See the rest here

Capitals get defensive – 11-30-10 Source: Empty Netters
The Capitals finally get their defensive defenseman. Washington sent forward Tomas Fleischmann to the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for defenseman Scott Hannan (above). Hannan, 6-foot-1, 225 pounds, has appeared in 23 games this season and has recorded six ass … … Link

Video: HBO 24/7 Penguins/Capitals: Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
24/7 Penguins/Capitals: Road to the NHL Winter Classic premieres Wed., Dec. 15 at 10pm ET/PT on HBO. … View video

$3 Million Gift from the Mario Lemieux Foundation Brings UPCI, UPMC Cancer Centers Capital Campaign to a Successful Conclusion Source: penguins.nhl.com
PITTSBURGH, Nov. 30 – The University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute (UPCI) and UPMC Cancer Centers today announced the conclusion of a five-year, $100 million capital campaign, thanks in part to a $3 million gift from the Mario Lemieux Found… … Go here to read the rest

Today’s obligatory Crosby-Ovechkin comparison – 11 Source: Empty Netters
Before we get into this too deeply, let’s make one thing clear regarding the alleged slew foot by Sidney Crosby on Rangers forward Ryan Callahan last night. qKr2Et0THzM If it’s Chris Conner or Max Talbot delivering this hit, it’s not big news. … Excerpt from

Sidney Crosby: Will the NHL Finally Discipline Their Baby Boy? Source: Bleacher Report
In the first period of the most recent New York Rangers-Pittsburgh Penguins showdown at Madison Square Garden, the NHL’s top superstar, Sidney Crosby , lucked out of a penalty call on one of hockey’s dirtiest plays: the slewfoot. … More


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Crosby’s scoring streak reaches 13 games as Penguins claim seventh win in a row Source: Post Gazette
NEW YORK — Sidney Crosby didn’t do anything remarkable Monday night. Just enough to extend his scoring streak to 13 games. The Penguins’ penalty-killers didn’t do anything extraordinary, either … Continued here

Empty Netter Assists – 11-30-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “How many penalty minutes do I have this year? I’m not dirty. … More here

Pens’ Crosby leads All-Star vote Source: Tribune-Review
Center Sidney Crosby is a clear leader as the top vote-getter after weeks of voting for the NHL All-Star Game. … Go here to read the rest

Despres invited to Canadian national camp Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins’ top prospect, defenseman Simon Despres, was invited to camp for Canada’s World Junior championship team. … Continued here

Killer Penguins win seventh straight Source: Tribune-Review
Had they stuck around Manhattan for another day, the Penguins might have killed the lights on the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. … More here

Sidney Crosby’s Slew-Footing of Ryan Callahan Should Lead To Serious Crackdown Source: Bleacher Report
Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins is the latest NHL superstar to be branded with the loathsome label that comes from slew-footing an opposing player after his actions against the New York Rangers’ Ryan Callahan late in the first period of Monday’s game. Both players were hustling towards center ice when Crosby caught up to Callahan and intentionally slew-footed the right-winger. Strangely, it was Callahan who was penalized for interference rather than Crosby who committed the dangerous and uncalled-for misdeed despised by hockey purists. While interviewed during the first intermission, Callahan’s teammate Brandon Dubinsky accused Crosby of the controversial action, “That’s a dirty play. He’s a guy who tries to get away with a lot of that stuff. He complains a lot.” Rule number 52 of the Official NHL Rulebook defines the current actions that can be taken against players who is found to have slew-footed another player: 52.1 Slew-footing – Slew-footing is the act of a player or goalkeeper using his leg or foot to knock or kick an opponent’s feet from under him, or pushes an opponent’s upper body backward with an arm or elbow, and at the same time with a forward motion of his leg, knocks or kicks the opponent’s feet from under him, causing him to fall violently to the ice … Read the rest here

Monday’s Three Stars: Kiprusoff tames Wild; Dallas leads Pacific (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Miikka Kiprusoff, Calgary Flames The Flames keeper made 32 saves for his third shutout of the season,… … View post

Pens Insider: Opportunities to protect leads helping Pens; Malkin’s battle level; Bylsma comments on 71 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-New York Observations & Analysis The Penguins are clicking on all cylinders, defeating the New York Rangers 3-1 on Monday night, extending their winning streak to 7 games. The Penguins are 9-0-1 in their last 10 games and they are playing an all-around team game, getting contributions from just about every where in their … More here

Cogliano, Brule lead Oilers past Senators 4-1 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
Martin Gerber added a very satisfying victory to his successful return to the NHL. … The rest is here

Callahan, Dubinsky make accusations against Crosby being a dirty player Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Crosby Slewfoot Video New York Rangers forwards Ryan Callahan and Brandon Dubinsky alleged after tonight’s game that Sidney Crosby gets away with slew footing players and Dubinsky indicating that Crosby is a dirty player and stating that Crosby complains a lot. Even Rangers hall of famer Brian Leetch chimed in against Crosby. … More

Penguins Notebook: Malkin’s game goes beyond numbers Source: Post Gazette
NEW YORK — Penguins center Evgeni Malkin does not, as a matter of course, speak with reporters after game-day skates, so there was no way of knowing how he feels about his game after he left the ice around midday Monday at Madison Square Garden. … Visit link

NHL Roundup: Oilers, Gerber shut down Ottawa Source: Post Gazette
Andrew Cogliano and Gilbert Brule each had a goal and an assist in the third period to lead the Edmonton Oilers to a 4-1 victory against the Ottawa Senators Monday night at Scotiabank Place in Ottawa. … See the rest here

Crosby helps Penguins win 7th straight (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby was held to one assist by New York but then fired back at the angry Rangers after the Pittsburgh Penguins stretched their winning streak to seven. … Visit link

Seventh Heaven Source: penguins.nhl.com
NEW YORK, New York – Another day, another game, another win. Pittsburgh pulled off its seventh-straight win with a 3-1 triumph over Atlantic Division rival New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden Monday night. … Follow this link

Aftermath: Penguins 3, Rangers 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Pittsburgh 3 – New York 1: Pens dominate play in extending winning streak to 7 games Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh 3 – New York 1 Marc Andre Fleury made 25 saves and Sidney Crosby extended his points streak to 13 games, and the Pittsburgh Penguins pushed their winning streak to seven games, defeating the New York Rangers 3-1 on Monday night. Max Talbot (5), Kris Letang (5), and Chris Conner (2) all scored … Read more

Crosby leads All-Star voting for 2nd straight week (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby leads all players in balloting for the NHL All-Star game for the second consecutive week. … See the article here

Sidney Crosby Continues To Top All Vote-Getters Through The First Two Weeks Of All-Star Fan Balloting Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby continues to lead all National Hockey League players with 218,791 votes – a 73,065-overall vote lead on second-place Carey Price of the Montreal Canadiens – through the first two weeks of voting in 2011 NHL All-Star Fan Balloting, presented by XM. In addition to Crosby, defenseman Kris Letang, goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury and forward Evgeni Malkin rank among the leaders at their respective positions. … See more here

NHL All-Star Voting: Crosby holds 73,065 overall lead as top voter getter Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
NHL All-Star Voting Penguins captain Sidney Crosby continues to lead all National Hockey League players with 218,791 votes a 73,065-overall vote lead on second-place Carey Price of the Montreal Canadiens through the first two weeks of voting in 2011 NHL All-Star Fan Balloting, presented by XM. In addition to Crosby, defenseman Kris … See the article here

Penguins defeat Rangers 3-1, extend win streak to 7 Source: Post Gazette
NEW YORK — The Penguins defeated the New York Rangers, 3-1, at Madison Square Garden tonight to stretch their winning streak to seven games. … Continued here

Despres Invited to Canada’s World Junior Camp Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins prospect Simon Despres was one of 39 players invited to participate in Team Canada’s final selection camp leading up to the 2011 World Junior Championships to be held Dec. 26-Jan … Visit link

Video: Sidney Crosby’s slew foot on Callahan, to Dubinsky’s anger (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
In the first period of tonight's Pittsburgh Penguins game at the New York Rangers, Sidney Crosby and Ryan… … See more here

Gaborik in Rangers’ lineup despite fighting flu (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Marian Gaborik of Slovakia returned to the New York Rangers' lineup Monday despite still feeling the effects of the flu. … Read more here

Crosby holds lead in all-star voting (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Sidney Crosby leads all players in voting for the NHL all-star game for a second straight week. … Read the rest here

Crosby has commanding lead in all-star balloting Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Sidney Crosby is the runaway leader in the NHL’s all-star balloting. … Continued here

Video: Crosby to Letang Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby shows off some pretty passing as he feeds Kris Letang for a picture perfect one-timer. … To see video click here

Video: Board Play Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis played a tricky bounce off the boards but Henrik Lundqvist gets back just in time to make the save. … Watch video here

Video: Posts Will Be Ringing Source: penguins.nhl.com
Henrik Lundqvist recovers quickly to cover up a booming shot that rings off the crossbar. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Sidney Crosby (11/29/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby after tonight’s victory against the Rangers at Madison Square Garden. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Coach Bylsma (11/29/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma after tonight’s victory against the Rangers at Madison Square Garden. … View video here

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PensHead Daily Links 11-11-2010

Wednesday, November 10th, 2010

Martin says defensive mindset needs to change when protecting leads Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Practice Buzz *I caught up with defenseman Paul Martin after practice and I asked Paul if he feels the Penguins mindset has to change, when it comes to protecting leads. Martin agreed that the Penguins mindset needs to change but gave an interesting answer as to why the team is struggling to protect … Read this article

NHL Notebook: Top 7 Centers, No Shakeup Looms for Penguins – FanHouse Source: Google News Search
Pittsburgh Post Gazette NHL Notebook: Top 7 Centers, No Shakeup Looms for Penguins FanHouse Sidney Crosby, Pittsburgh Penguins : For all the potshots thrown his way every time the Penguins hit a rut — like now — Crosby is still the best hockey … Penguins Notebook: Ailing Johnson likely to start Pittsburgh Post Gazette Bruins Stun Penguins With 5 Third Period Goals: What's Next Step in Pittsburgh ? FanHouse Penguins Notebook: Bruins goalie understands Fleury's struggles Pittsburgh Post Gazette ESPN (blog) – Pittsburgh Tribune-Review all 10 news articles … Visit link

LINK CITY: The World Is Falling Apart, Etc. Source: The Pensblog
Links that are watching the world burn. Malkin isn’t at practice today . Could this hit have anything to do with it … Read this article

Video: Off-Day: Dan Bylsma (11/11/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma following penguins practice at CONSOL. … To see video click here

Video: Off-Day: Sidney Crosby (11/11/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby following morning practice at CONSOL. … Watch video here

Video: Off-Day: Paul Martin (11/11/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Paul Martin following morning practice at CONSOL. … View video

Video: Off-Day: Brent Johnson (11/11/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brent Johnson following morning practice at CONSOL. … Click here to view video

Video: Sidney Crosby Tests His New Reebok 11K Source: penguins.nhl.com
Visit Reebokhockey.com for a stick giveaway promotion. Sidney Crosby testing out his new Reebok 11K stick during some photo shoot down time. … Video here

Penguins Thursday Practice Report: Attention to Details Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Day After The Pittsburgh Penguins returned to the ice this morning after last night’s debacle. … See more here

Penguins Report: Practice 11/11/10 Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:10: The Penguins are making their way on to the ice for their Thursday afternoon practice at CONSOL Energy Center. But let’s start the day with a little WBS news. … The rest is here

The many problems of the plummeting Pittsburgh Penguins – Yahoo! Sports (blog) Source: Google News Search
Globe and Mail The many problems of the plummeting Pittsburgh Penguins Yahoo! Sports (blog) The Pittsburgh Penguins have lost six of eight games, with last night's five-goal Boston Bruins rally in the third period as the gut-punch … … Read more here

RECAP: Divided We Fall. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
Expectations going into games are so high anymore that any loss is looked at as a dismal failure. But this one was exactly that. … Read more

All-Star Game to Feature New Fantasy Draft Source: penguins.nhl.com
NEW NHL ALL-STAR GAME FORMAT * Fans will continue to play the lead role in the selection of All-Stars when 2011 N… … Read more here

Good company – 11-11-10 Source: Empty Netters
Bruins forward and former Penguin Mark Recchi (above) broke through on an early-season slump with a three point effort last night. … Go here to read the rest

Searching "Bylsma" on Twitter Source: The Pensblog
We took some time Thursday morning and looked to see what people were saying about Dan Bylsma on Twitter. The timeline goes from Thursday morning backward to when the collapse began … Visit link


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Flu outbreak causes Penguins to recall forward Conner Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins recalled winger Chris Conner from Wilkes-Bare on Wednesday, though he was a healthy scratch against the Bruins. … Read the rest here

Starkey: The Fleury dilemma Source: Tribune-Review
First, an undeniable truth: Marc-Andre Fleury has regressed under Dan Bylsma, who is 16 games into his second full season as coach. … Read the rest here

Penguins salute Wounded Warriors Source: Tribune-Review
Former combat engineer Glen Bootay’s fight continues long after he left the battlefield in Iraq. … See more here

Bruins’ comeback shocks Pens at home Source: Tribune-Review
The Boston Bruins scored five goals in the third period, stunning the Penguins with a 7-4 win at Consol Energy Center. … The rest is here

Empty Netter Assists – 11-11-10 Source: Empty Netters
NOTE: Today’s practice has been moved from Iceoplex at Southpointe to Consol Energy Center. … Read more here

Boston scores five unanswered goals in third period Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have done a pretty good job of finding ways to lose hockey games this season. They’ve been victimized at times by leaky goaltending, at others by a comically inept power play. They’ve suffered from a lack of goal-scoring by their wingers, and from injuries to key personnel. … Continued here

Penguins salute Wounded Warriors – Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Source: Google News Search
Penguins salute Wounded Warriors Pittsburgh Tribune-Review … among 12 “wounded warriors” treated to a morning with the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Consol Energy Center as part of the team's salute to Veteran's Day. … … Read the rest here

Penguins Notebook: Bruins goalie understands Fleury’s struggles Source: Post Gazette
The parallels are there between what Boston veteran goaltender Tim Thomas experienced last season and what the Penguins’ Marc-Andre Fleury is going through now. “You’ve got to start building your confidence, and it’s not always the easiest thing to do,” Thomas said after his team’s morning skate Wednesday in preparation for a game against the Penguins at Consol Energy Center. … Excerpt from

NHL Roundup: Sabres win Ruff’s 1,000th Source: Post Gazette
Derek Roy and Thomas Vanek scored shootout goals and the Buffalo Sabres won in Lindy Ruff’s 1,000th game as their coach, beating the reeling New Jersey Devils, 5-4. Roy, Jason Pominville, Tyler Myers and Tyler Ennis scored for the Sabres and backup goaltender Jhonas Enroth made 28 saves to help Buffalo keep the Devils’ winless (0-5-2) at home this season. … Continued here

Five from afar: Bruins 7, Penguins 4 – ESPN (blog) Source: Google News Search
Washington Post Five from afar: Bruins 7, Penguins 4 ESPN (blog) The Boston Bruins' 7-4 win against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday night might just be one of those wins the team and it's fans look … Bruins- Penguins Preview msnbc.com Penned up Boston Globe NHL Capsules The Canadian Press Boston Herald – NHL.com – Washington Observer Reporter all 330 news articles … View post

Post-Game Analysis: Failure to defend leads for “Revamped Defense” Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Game Observations At the root of the Penguins epic third period collapse tonight was misreads and miscues by the Penguins who instead of trying to secure a lead played “risky” hockey. “We made big mistakes, ” Captain Sidney Crosby said. “That’s basically what it was. … Follow this link

Another rough night at Consol… Source: Chipped Ice
Greetings, frustrated Pens fans. For the first time all season, it appeared the Penguins had found their game, as theyre so fond of saying. But then the Boston Bruins exploded for five third-period goals, silencing the Consol Energy Center crowd and making speculation that something is simply wrong with this team a little louder. … Read more here

Pens lose 7-4, but at least RSS Feed is fixed Source: The Pensblog
Nothing to say right now. RSS Feed is fixed, we think. Test it out. … Read the rest here

Aftermath: Bruins 7, Penguins 4 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Sam Kasan ; ; … Read more here

Boston 7 – Pittsburgh 4: Third Period Collapse by Penguins Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Boston 7 – Pittsburgh 4 Summary: A goaltending battle between statistically two of the Eastern Conference’s best goaltenders, turned into a high scoring affair Wednesday night. Pittsburgh blew a 4-2 third period lead, surrendering five unanswered goals and losing the Boston Bruins 7-4 on Wednesday night at the Consol Energy Center … See the rest here

Penguins blow lead, lose to Boston, 7-4 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins blew a two-goal, third-period lead and lost for the sixth time in their past eight games, 7-4, against the Boston Bruins tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Visit link

Boston Bruins at Pittsburgh Penguins [Open Thread] – PensBurgh Source: Google News Search
Boston Bruins at Pittsburgh Penguins [Open Thread] PensBurgh by Lavender on Nov 10, 2010 7:00 PM EST in Game Open Threads by OlenWhitaker on Nov 10, 2010 7:01 PM EST reply actions by OlenWhitaker on Nov 10, … and more … More here

Penguins-Bruins In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
0:00: The horn sounds and the Bruins have triumphed in this one. 0:25: Lucic scores an empty-netter to ice the game. … The rest is here

Video: Post-Game: Dan Bylsma (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma talks to reporters following tonight’s game against the Boston Bruins. … Video here

Video: Post-Game: Kris Letang (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang talks to reporters following tonight’s game against the Boston Bruins. … View video here

Video: Post-Game: Sidney Crosby (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks to reporters following tonight’s game against the Boston Bruins. … See this video

Video: Post-Game: Brent Johnson (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brent Johnson talks to reporters following tonight’s game against the Boston Bruins. … Watch here

Video: Post-Game: Arron Asham (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Arron Asham talks to reporters following tonight’s game against the Boston Bruins. … See video here

Video: Wounded Warriors (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Veterans from the Wounded Warriors project visit the CONSOL Energy Center to watch practice and meet the players. … To see video click here

Video: Shearer’s Crunches of the Game (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Shearer’s Foods presents the biggest crunches from around the NHL! Played November 10 against the Bruins … See video here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Nemacolin Big 5 feature shown in game on Nov 10, 2010 vs the Boston Bruins … View video

Video: Penguins vs Bruins (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins vs Bruins feature shown in game on November 10, 2010 … See this video

Video: Have a Seat, Right Over There Source: penguins.nhl.com
Aaron Asham helps Milan Lucic to find a better place to watch the game for a little while. … View video

Pittsburgh Penguins at Dallas Stars preview – Dallas Morning News Source: Google News Search
Kansas City Star Pittsburgh Penguins at Dallas Stars preview Dallas Morning News Lehtonen in 11 career games against Pittsburgh is 6-3-2 with a 2.84 GAA and .913 save percentage. … See the rest here


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NHL Hockey Free Picks – Sabres at Devils, Bruins at Penguins – BetUs.com Source: Google News Search
Globe and Mail NHL Hockey Free Picks – Sabres at Devils, Bruins at Penguins BetUs.com … menu at BetUS Sportsbook features several standout clashes including Buffalo Sabres at New Jersey Devils and the Boston Bruins at Pittsburgh Penguins … Read the rest here

Bruins at Penguins – 11-10-10 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME l1wZ05sD6yw -Not much to offer from our pregame walk. It’s too dark really on account of daylight savings time. Stupid farmers … See the article here

Gameday 16 – Bruins Source: The Pensblog
7:00 PM CONSOL Energy Center Everyone is Boston is still really upset about this: Marc Savard would be extremely mad about it, except that he has no memory of the event. Savard may be back in action in December . … The rest is here

Tickets for Dec. 30 AHL-NCAA Doubleheader at CONSOL Energy Center to go on … – NHL.com Source: Google News Search
Tickets for Dec. 30 AHL-NCAA Doubleheader at CONSOL Energy Center to go on … NHL.com … … Visit link

Penguins Welcome Wounded Warrior Project Veterans – NHL.com Source: Google News Search
NHL.com Penguins Welcome Wounded Warrior Project Veterans NHL.com To help celebrate Veterans' Day on Thursday, the Pittsburgh Penguins , in conjunction with the Mario Lemieux Foundation, … Pens Honor Wounded Warriors During Game WPXI Pittsburgh all 19 news articles … Read more here

Tickets for Dec. 30 AHL-NCAA Doubleheader at CONSOL Energy Center to go on Sale Thursday Source: penguins.nhl.com
Tickets for a unique hockey doubleheader on Dec. 30 at CONSOL Energy Center will go on sale Thursday … More here

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PensHead Daily Links 11-10-2010

Tuesday, November 9th, 2010

Game Preview: Scouting Bruins @ Penguins Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins Game Day When: November 10, 2010 | Where: CONSOL Energy Center BOSTON BRUINS AT PITTSBURGH PENGUINS The Boston Bruins are playing with the sense of purpose that saw them lead the entire Eastern Conference during the 2008-09 season. … Continued here

Pens recall Chris Conner Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh has called up forward/winger Chris Conner from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. … Read more here

Minus Krejci, B’s Visit Penguins – NHL.com Source: Google News Search
NHL.com Minus Krejci, B's Visit Penguins NHL.com Undaunted, Julien and his squad have a big test against the Pittsburgh Penguins tonight in Pennsylvania. “It's going to be a challenge, obviously,” said … … Visit link

@pghpenguins: #Pens honored 12 local “Wounded Warriors” for Veterans' Day at today's practice. – http://twitpic.com/35nade

Penguins Welcome Wounded Warrior Project Veterans Source: penguins.nhl.com
To help celebrate Veterans’ Day on Thursday, the Pittsburgh Penguins, in conjunction with the Mario Lemieux Foundation, welcomed 12 veterans from the Wounded Warrior Project and their families to watch Wednesday’s morning skate and attend the game against the Boston Bruins. “When we were approached by the Mario Lemieux Foundation about this opportunity, it wasn’t a tough ticket to sell,” said Chris Long of “Wounded Warrior”, who helped coordinate the event. “We had no problem getting the guys together.” In addition to watching practice, each veteran was given a Penguins game sweater complete with his name and the number one on the back. … View post

20 Years Later – Bruins 3, Penguins 3 – 11-10-10 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 … Visit link

Penguins recall Conner – 11-10-10 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have recalled forward Chris Conner from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL . In 11 AHL games this season, Conner has nine points (three goals, six assists). … Follow this link

Video: Game-Day: Dan Bylsma (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma before tonight’s matchup against the Boston Bruins. … Video here

Video: Game-Day: Chris Conner (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Conner before tonight’s matchup against the Boston Bruins. … View video

Video: Game-Day: Sidney Crosby (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby before tonight’s matchup against the Boston Bruins. … To see video click here

Video: Game-Day: Alex Goligoski (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Alex Goligoski before tonight’s matchup against the Boston Bruins. … Watch here

Penguins call up forward Conner Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have recalled Chris Conner from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League. … Visit link

Johnson vs Thomas; Lovejoy excited about getting back into the lineup tonight Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Updates *Brent Johnson was the first goaltender off the ice and as expected will start in goal tonight against the Boston Bruins. … Go here to read the rest

Pens Recall Forward Chris Conner – NHL.com Source: Google News Search
Wilkes Barre Times-Leader Pens Recall Forward Chris Conner NHL.com The Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled forward Chris Conner from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced today by executive … Penguins call up forward Conner Pittsburgh Post Gazette all 7 news articles … See the rest here

Live Morning Skate Updates: Penguins recall Chris Conner; Lovejoy back in Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Skate Updates PITTSBURGH — The Penguins return to home ice tonight against the Boston Bruins. … Link

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Boston Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:12 AM: Head coach Dan Bylsma declared that goalie Brent Johnson will be in goal tonight for the Pens. 10:50 AM: Assistant coach Tony Granato was back with the team at practice Chris Conner joins the club after his morning recall Bylsma at center ice Sidney Crosby working on his shot 10:36 AM: Conner’s recall was due to Mike Comrie missing practice with an illness. If Comrie isn’t able to play, Conner’s presence gives the team some flexibility. … Follow this link

Pens Recall Forward Chris Conner Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled forward Chris Conner from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. … Continued here

Banged-up Bruins face test at Pittsburgh – ESPN Source: Google News Search
NHL.com Banged-up Bruins face test at Pittsburgh ESPN The Boston Bruins play the first of five games in seven days Wednesday when they take on a struggling Pittsburgh Penguins squad that is itching to climb … Bruins travel to Pittsburgh to take on Penguins Stanley Cup of Chowder Bruins Schedule: Boston Travels To Pittsburgh To Take On Matt Cooke And The … SB Nation Boston NHL Betting Picks: Boston Bruins at Pittsburgh Penguins Sports Betting World CBSSports.com – 13WHAM-TV – NHL.com all 35 news articles … View post

Video: Paul Martin ‘Wounded Warriors’ PSA Source: penguins.nhl.com
Help support the Mario Lemieux Foundation as they build an Austin’s Playroom at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center … To see video click here

Video: Thank You to Our Veterans (11/10/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
To all the men and women in the armed forces and all the veterans who have served our country, thank you from the Pittsburgh Penguins … View video here

2010 Compuware NHL Premiere Series: Anaheim Ducks 3-2 defeat 2009 Stanley Cup … – bettor.com (blog) Source: Google News Search
Kansas City Star 2010 Compuware NHL Premiere Series: Anaheim Ducks 3-2 defeat 2009 Stanley Cup … bettor.com (blog) The game saw the home team up against Pittsburgh Penguins … See the article here

LINK CITY: Mike Comrie scores tonight, Winter Classic stuff, great All-Star news Source: The Pensblog
Links that can pronounce Rick’s last name. Heard it here first … See more here

About the Bruins – 11-10-10 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Bruins. When and where: 7 p.m., Consol Energy Center. … Read more

Analysis: Penguins’ best has emerged from dark days Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguin Way, at least in the past few seasons, has been to start going up only when there is no place else to go. … Continued here

Penguins’ Martin finds place in new system Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins spent about half of practice Tuesday at Southpointe holding a scrimmage that emphasized the fundamentals of their system and encouraged the forwards to dump or chip the puck into the offensive zone. It was a chance for a refresher, but one newcomer to the system this season already was feeling pretty comfortable. … More here

At first, plans put green in place of Igloo Source: Post Gazette
A one-of-a-kind silver dome will give way to green space, at least at first, once the 49-year-old Civic Arena has been demolished. … Follow this link

Penguins Notebook: Ailing Johnson likely to start Source: Post Gazette
Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin, who left practice Monday because of what coach Dan Bylsma called “discomfort,” returned for Tuesday’s workout at Southpointe. So did goaltender Brent Johnson, who sat out Monday because of illness. … Continued here

Empty Netter Assists – 11-10-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Mario Lemieux (above) opted out of a class action lawsuit based in Kansas (PG+). -In other news, that note provided us an easy excuse to post a photo of the 2008 Winter Classic … Go here to read the rest

Report: NHL changes format for All-Star game Source: Post Gazette
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Podcast 11.10 Source: The Pensblog
33:31 run time. [ External link ] 0:00 – 4:30 — Ducks .GIFs 4:30-16:30 — Tony from The Confluence 16:30-25:20 — Sarah from Something’s Bruin 25:20-end — Joke Says What … Read this article

NHL Betting Picks: Boston Bruins at Pittsburgh Penguins – Sports Betting World Source: Google News Search
MassLive.com NHL Betting Picks: Boston Bruins at Pittsburgh Penguins Sports Betting World … and we'll take a look at a matchup between a pair of Eastern Conference contenders as the Boston Bruins play the Penguins at Pittsburgh … Continued here

Penguins vs. Bruins Game Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Pens Shop with Children for "Project Bundle-Up" – NHL.com Source: Google News Search
NHL.com Pens Shop with Children for “Project Bundle-Up” NHL.com The Pittsburgh Penguins took some time after practice Tuesday afternoon to visit Dick's Sporting Goods at The Mall at Robinson to take part in … and more … See more here

Pens Shop with Children for "Project Bundle-Up" Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins took some time after practice Tuesday afternoon to visit Dick’s Sporting Goods at The Mall at Robinson to take part in the Salvation Army’s “Project Bundle-Up.” Every player made an appearance at the event, which was hosted by Dick’s for the fifth straight year. Each player was paired with a local middle school child (or two children in some cases) and helped them pick out new winter clothing as part of the annual “Penguins Personal Shopping Day.” “It’s great to help the kids and it warms my heart,” said Evgeni Malkin, who was paired with 10-year-old Brendan. “It’s a great day to help. … Read the rest here

Pens to Host 19th Annual “Score Against Hunger” Food Drive – NHL.com Source: Google News Search
Pens to Host 19th Annual Score Against Hunger Food Drive NHL.com The Pittsburgh Penguins will sponsor their 19th annual Score Against Hunger food drive on Wednesday, November 10 when the Penguins meet the Boston Bruins … They Shall Be CONSOLed: Pittsburgh Penguins Look Forward to Home-Heavy November Bleacher Report all 2 news articles … Read the rest here

Video: Project Bundle-Up (11/09/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins help local kids shop for winter clothing provided by Dicks Sporting Goods and the Salvation Army. … Watch here

Penguins 4, Coyotes 3, SO – msnbc.com Source: Google News Search
Kansas City Star Penguins 4, Coyotes 3, SO msnbc.com (AP) – Pittsburgh Penguins coach Dan Bylsma had plenty of talented players to pick from in the third round of the shootout. So who did he choose? … … Visit link

Penguins Report: Practice 10/10/10 Source: penguins.nhl.com
1:20 PM: Coachspeak with Dan Bylsma…. On what he wants to see from Pascal Dupuis: Better puck management, a little more speed and getting on pucks and creating things. Some of the details of what made him successful last year have not bee… … View post

Rumor City: Sid/Bylsma Disagreement Source: The Pensblog
From today’s ProHockeyTalk blog : The source of the story is a Rob Rossi piece from today’s Trib . Apparently, Crosby and Bylsma disagree on how to deal with Marc-Andre Fleury’s current play. Bylsma says that Johnson should play until Fleury gets his confidence back. Sid thinks Fleury should play his way out of his slump … See more here


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Sidney Crosby-Alex Ovechkin: Where Do the Winter Classic Rivals Stand? Source: Bleacher Report
With the fourth NHL Winter Classic less than two months away, the microscope continues to focus on the two participating rivals, the Washington Capitals and the Pittsburgh Penguins, and how they’re faring thus far in the 2010-2011 season before meeting for their wintry New Years Day battle. To the chagrin of many NHL fans, the comparisons between these two teams has been a major headline in hockey news since the drafting of Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby. However, the history between the Caps and Pens digs further than any post-lockout happenings … Excerpt from

PHOTO: Pittsburgh Penguins Shop With Kids In Robinson – WTAE Pittsburgh Source: Google News Search
PHOTO: Pittsburgh Penguins Shop With Kids In Robinson WTAE Pittsburgh The Pittsburgh Penguins went shopping with children for warm winter clothes at Dick's Sporting Goods at The Mall at Robinson on Tuesday afternoon. .. … Read this article

@pghpenguins: Chris Kunitz helping his buddy find a jacket at Project Bundle-Up. Perfect fit on the first try! – http://twitpic.com/35e4tx

Video: Off-Day: Dan Bylsma (11/09/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma following practice. … View video

Video: Off-Day: Sidney Crosby (11/09/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby following practice. … Click here to view video

Video: Off-Day: Chris Kunitz (11/09/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz following practice. … Watch here

Video: Off-Day: Brooks Orpik (11/09/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik following practice. … To see video click here

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PensHead Daily Links 11-09-2010

Monday, November 8th, 2010

Around the rankings world, and thoughts on Crosby-Bylsma. Source: Chipped Ice
Well, dear readers, it’s been too long. … Excerpt from

Penguins to Honor ‘Wounded Warriors,’ Commemorate Veterans’ Day at Wednesday’s … – NHL.com Source: Google News Search
Penguins to Honor 'Wounded Warriors,' Commemorate Veterans' Day at Wednesday's … NHL.com The Pittsburgh Penguins will honor 12 local Wounded Warriors Wednesday at CONSOL Energy Center, as part of the team's salute to Veterans' Day. … Read the rest here

@pghpenguins: Evgeni Malkin trying on matching hats with his new friend at Project Bundle-Up – http://twitpic.com/35dtsh

Penguins to Honor ‘Wounded Warriors,’ Commemorate Veterans’ Day at Wednesday’s Game vs. Boston Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins will honor 12 local “Wounded Warriors” Wednesday at CONSOL Energy Center, as part of the team’s salute to Veterans’ Day. … Visit link

Zach Parise injury hasn’t doomed Devs – ESPN Source: Google News Search
Zach Parise injury hasn't doomed Devs ESPN When injuries hit, the Devils could only dress 15 skaters for a game against the Pittsburgh Penguins , and coach John MacLean even scratched Kovalchuk for … … Follow this link

Bruins-Penguins Preview – CBSSports.com Source: Google News Search
Bruins- Penguins Preview CBSSports.com Eight months after Pittsburgh Penguins forward Matt Cooke delivered a brutal blindside hit on Marc Savard, the Boston Bruins' top center is still dealing … … Visit link

Pens to Host 19th Annual "Score Against Hunger" Food Drive Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins will sponsor their 19th annual “Score Against Hunger” food drive on Wednesday, November 10 when the Penguins meet the Boston Bruins at the CONSOL Energy Center at 7:00 pm. ; Every fan who brings a non-perishable food item to the game, or makes a cash donation that evening, will be eligible to win autographed Penguins’ memorabilia. … The rest is here

Penguins Report: Practice 11/9/10 Source: penguins.nhl.com
1:30 PM: Sounds hear around the locker room: Brooks Orpik On the next few games: I haven’t played much at home at all, but I’ve had two really good practices here. We’re trying to build off some of the things we did well and try to correct some of the things we didn’t do well in the last three games … Read more here

Malkin, Johnson back at Penguins practice Source: Post Gazette
Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin and goaltender Brent Johnson are on the ice at Southpointe for the team’s practice today … Continue reading here

Tuesdays With Stoosh: 11:9 Source: The Pensblog
MARC-ANDRE FLEURY GOES TO THE PSYCHOLOGIST Dateline – Pittsburgh Location: Consol Energy Center Date: Monday, November 8, 2010 It’s almost noon on this cold, crisp Monday in the Burgh. Marc-Andre Fleury pulls his car into his parking spot in the Consol Energy Center parking garage. His mind still on the first period of the Coyotes game, he sits back for an anxious second and sighs … Read this article

LINK CITY: whatev Source: The Pensblog
Links that are tired of talking about MAF and the powerplay. Marc-Andre Fleury blah blah blah [ PG ] blah blah blah [ TRIB ] Some bullshit about giving each coach one replay challenge per game. This would only be in effect for goal/no-goal decisions. … See the article here

Lemieux Foundation Announces Plans for new Austin’s Playroom at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Mario Lemieux Foundation has announced plans for an Austin’s Playroom at the new Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. ;An online auction at www.mariolemieux.org and texting campaign will provide funding for this new room supporting military families. The featured item of the online auction, which ends on November 18, is a truly one of a kind piece, Mario Lemieux and Sidney Crosby’s locker room stalls from the Civic Arena … Read the rest here

Video: Inside Penguins Hockey Ep 3 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears and Katie O’Malley bring us an interview with Mark Letestu, on-ice with Dan Bylsma, and more. Presented by Verizon. … To see video click here

Power players – 11-09-10 Source: Empty Netters
There are a myriad of theories as to why the Penguins’ power play hasn’t enjoyed greater success. One which has caught our eye involves Chris Kunitz (above, with Detroit’s Chris Osgood in the preseason) … Read more here

Malkin leaves practice early with injury Source: Tribune-Review
Center Evgeni Malkin did not finish practice with Penguins teammates Monday. … More here

Crosby, Bylsma agree to disagree on Fleury Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby believes Marc-Andre Fleury needs to play. Coach Dan Bylsma strongly hinted otherwise Monday. … Read more here

Penguins’ Fleury struggling with goals and confidence Source: Post Gazette
Get into Marc-Andre Fleury’s line of work and you can be pretty certain there will be times like this. … See the rest here

A Penguins Fan Visits Anaheim – SB Nation Pittsburgh Source: Google News Search
SB Nation Pittsburgh A Penguins Fan Visits Anaheim SB Nation Pittsburgh 3 days ago: Anaheim Ducks right wing George Parros , top right, and Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland (5) fight in the first period of an NHL … … See more here

Penguins Notebook: Browns’ wins don’t fool Rupp Source: Post Gazette
Mike Rupp is just 30 years old and still a pretty effective blue-collar forward, so it’s reasonable to believe that he’ll be able to continue playing for at least a few more years. But whenever he decides to give up playing the game, Rupp just might have a future in talent-evaluation. Not necessarily in hockey, though. … Read the rest here


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Empty Netter Assists – 11-09-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” Pretty much in any sport, any job you do, when it’s not going well, you get a little too much in your head, and your confidence is maybe not as strong as it should be, or used to be .” – Marc-Andre Fleury (above). -Mike Rupp apparently does not observe rules … See the article here

Atlanta Thrashers Have Rough Road This Week; Take On Pittsburgh Penguins And … – SB Nation Atlanta Source: Google News Search
SB Nation Atlanta Atlanta Thrashers Have Rough Road This Week; Take On Pittsburgh Penguins And … … Read more

Video: Max Talbot Haiti Project (11/8/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Max Talbot, through his newly formed foundation, is setting up a unique auction to help raise money to benefit Haitian children. … Video here

Video: Off-Day: Dan Bylsma (11/08/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Head Coach Dan Bylsma speaks with reporters from Southpointe. … See this video

Video: Off-Day: Zbynek Michalek (11/08/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek speaks with reporters following practice at Southpointe. … View video

Video: Off-Day: Pascal Dupuis (11/08/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal speaks with reporters following practice at Southpointe. … Watch here

Video: Off-Day: Mark Letestu (11/08/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mark speaks with reporters following practice at Southpointe. … Watch video here

Video: Off-Day: Sidney Crosby Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney speaks with reporters after practice at Southpointe. … Click here to view video

@pghpenguins: Evgeni Malkin does an on-ice interview with FSN's Dan Potash. #LetsGoPens – http://twitpic.com/2w5b2h

@WBSPenguins: Cruisin coolers – http://twitpic.com/2w0kxg

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Montreal Source: penguins.nhl.com
12:51 PM: Sounds heard around the visitors locker room: Jacques Martin On CONSOL Energy Center: It’s a little newer. It’s a nice rink and a nice facility. On the locker room: No doubt, it’s much better … The rest is here

@WBSPenguins: First morning skate – http://twitpic.com/2w0f2b

@WBSPenguins: – http://twitpic.com/2vzz46

An apology – 11-08-10 Source: Empty Netters
Last week, I posted an entry on thepensblog.com that gave the false impression that Post-Gazette management was considering eliminating the Empty Netters blog. Its future, then and now, was never in question and I was wrong to have suggested otherwise and to have summoned readers of Empty Netters to weigh in on something that was inaccurate … More here

Talbot, Penguins Help Haitian Orphans Source: penguins.nhl.com
When Maxime Talbot visited the earthquake torn country of Haiti in August, he vowed to do anything he could to help ease the natives suffering. Monday, Talbot took the first generous step toward fulfilling that pledge. … Go here to read the rest

Arctic Foxes Skate with Pens Source: penguins.nhl.com
Thousands of youth hockey players from around the area look up to the Penguins, and on Monday, one lucky team got the chance to see the team up close and in person. … Visit link

They Shall Be CONSOLed: Pittsburgh Penguins Look Forward to Home-Heavy November – Bleacher Report Source: Google News Search
Seattle Post Intelligencer They Shall Be CONSOL