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PensHead Daily Links 03-01-2011

Tuesday, March 1st, 2011

Tangradi, Johnson deemed ineligible for AHL Playoffs Source: The Pensblog
Some very awkward and unfortunate news has hit the wire today, as three of Wilkes-Barre's top scorers will not be able to compete in this year's AHL Calder Cup Playoffs. Chris Conner will not be eligible. That isn't the surprising part though, as he is destined to stay with the NHL club for the remainder of the season. … Follow this link

Thiessen named AHL Goalie of the Month Source: The Pensblog
Brad Thiessen has been named the Reebok/AHL Goaltender of the Month for February. The second-year pro allowed just 12 goals in 10 appearances during the month, posting an 8-2-0 record (3 shutouts), a 1.28 GAA, and a .943 sv% … Read more

Road Bonding Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share The trade deadline has come and gone, and so have the Penguins. … Read the rest here

Mark Cuban and the Dallas Stars: Can this please happen already? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Having Mark Cuban among the NHL's 30 owners would be good for business; both for the Dallas Stars and, of… … More here

Tuesdays With Stoosh: 3:01 Source: The Pensblog
The 2010-11 NHL Trade Deadline is in the books, and when it was all said and done, what have we really learned? Well, for starters, we learned Ray Shero don’t need no effin’ deadline. … Continue reading here

Puck Headlines: Penner, Richards fallout; trade deadline review (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in… … Follow this link

Video: Off-Day: Coach Bylsma (3/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma talks to the media following the team’s practice at Southpointe. … Click here to view video

Video: Off-Day: Jordan Staal (3/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to the media following the team’s practice at Southpointe. … Video here

Video: Off-Day: Chris Kunitz (3/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz talks to the media following the team’s practice at Southpointe. … Watch here

Thiessen Named Reebok/AHL Goaltender of the Month Source: penguins.nhl.com
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NFL Combine Buzz: Cal U QB Josh Portis met with 13 teams Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Portis meets with 13 teams Former California University of Pennsylvania quarterback Josh Portis improved his draft stock with a strong performance at the NFL combine in what was a big day for Portis and the Cal U football program. Portis was among the top performers in drills on Sunday, and according to sources, fared well … View post

@pghpenguins: #Pens owner Mario Lemieux attended this afternoon's practice at Southpointe – http://twitpic.com/453a7f

Twenty Years Later – Flames 6, Penguins 2 – 03-01-11 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. … See more here

Video: Off-Day: Paul Martin (3/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Paul Martin talks to the media following the team’s practice at Southpointe. … View video

Video: Off-Day: Alex Kovalev (3/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Alex Kovalev talks to the media following the team’s practice at Southpointe. … See video here

Letestu moves up to top line center Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
SOUTHPOINTE — Mark Letestu and Alexei Kovalev showed some chemistry Saturday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs, which has prompted some line changes on the top-two lines going into tomorrow’s game. Letestu has moved up to the top-line center spot and is centering Kovalev and James Neal in today’s workout. That line is expected to … View post

@pghpenguins: #Pens Tyler Kennedy doing some work on the ice before the team's 11 a.m. practice at Southpointe – http://twitpic.com/451×23

Tuesday Practice Report: Kennedy back on the ice; Kunitz participating Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Tuesday Notes SOUTHPOINTE — The Penguins are about to take the ice at 11:00 a.m. for a morning workout at Southpointe. … Continued here

Penguins Report: 3/1/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kennedy, Kunitz and Johnson return to team practice (11:11 AM). Pens’ line combos (11:26 AM). 11:39 AM: Pens pics… … Continued here

The Morning Skate: 3/1 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. … Visit link

Penguins bring back Jeffrey Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins, as expected, have recalled forward Dustin Jeffrey from their farm team in Wilkes-Barre … Go here to read the rest

Penguins Recall Forward Dustin Jeffrey Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled forward Dustin Jeffrey from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Jeffrey has appeared in 15 games for the Pittsbu… … Read more here

Empty Netter Assists – 03-01-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Somewhere along the line, Kris Letang (above) became a bona fide Norris Trophy candidate . -Ray Shero wasn’t very busy yesterday. … Excerpt from

Penguins recall Jeffrey – 03-01-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have recalled forward Dustin Jeffrey from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. In 15 NHL games this season, Jeffrey, 23, has scored eight points (five goals, three assists). Jeffrey is Wilkes/Barre/Scranton’s leading scorer with 45 points (17 goals, 28 assists) in 40 games this season. … View post

Video: Youth Hockey Int: Christian Hanson (3/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Toronto Marlies Christian Hanson sits down to talk about his hockey career so far. … View video here

Video: GNC Lange vs Lange – Battle One Source: penguins.nhl.com
Classic Mike Langisms go head-2-head in this new video voting tournament presented by GNC … View video here

Grading the Eastern Conference trading deadline Source: The Pensblog
The deadline has come and gone, and teams are digging in for the homestretch. The Penner-to-L.A. deal was the big move of the day yesterday, but it seems the Neal/Niskanen/GoGo trade is coming out on top as the smoke is clearing. … Read more

March of the Penguins Source: The Pensblog
Just beating everyone on the Internet to the punch by using this title for a post. … Excerpt from

LINK CITY: Kovy interview, DGB jobs the internet, Charlie Sheen, Bicycle disaster Source: The Pensblog
Links that wish the trade deadline applied to real-life jobs. Top five morning links: Kovy was on the Mark Madden show. … Follow this link

Martin expected to play in Toronto Source: Tribune-Review
Defenseman Paul Martin returned to practice Monday and seems a good bet to play when the Penguins face Toronto on Wednesday. … More

Shero commits to current roster Source: Tribune-Review
The likelihood is that the Penguins will chase the Cup without former NHL scoring champions Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. … The rest is here

Point man: Penguins’ Letang a Norris candidate Source: Post Gazette
It was a three-step sequence one sees several times in any hockey game: 1. Defenseman pursues puck in his own end. 2. … Read the rest here

NHL Notebook: Kings acquire Penner; Florida purges its roster Source: Post Gazette
Until the Los Angeles Kings made the biggest move of NHL trade deadline day by prying forward Dustin Penner away from the Edmonton Oilers, the further breaking up of the Florida Panthers dominated an otherwise dull day of dealing. Penner was the main marquee player to change teams Monday, in what was an out-of-character slow deadline day. … Read more

As usual, GM Shero manages to fortify his lineup Source: Post Gazette
Ray Shero had coveted a goal-scoring winger — ideally, a young one who plays a power game — for a couple of years. Enter, James Neal. … More here

Penguins Notebook: Trade deadline prices too high for GM Shero Source: Post Gazette
General manager Ray Shero had his ear to the tracks, but by the time Monday’s 3 p.m. NHL trade deadline arrived, no rumblings swayed him — partly because he already was happy with the Penguins as constructed … Link

Eddie Olczyk Speaks gibberish Source: The Pensblog
One thing we don't get to do enough of is make fun of Eddie Olczyk. Thanks to @russkrall for this vid. See if you can make out what he says: … The rest is here

2011 NHL trade deadline: Winners & losers (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Kings landed power forward Dustin Penner and the Capitals sized up with Jason Arnott in the biggest deals of the day. … Excerpt from

Arnott dealt to Caps for Steckel, draft pick (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEWARK, N.J. – Jason Arnott seemingly is going to get another shot at a Stanley Cup. … Continued here

Devils deal Arnott to Caps for Steckel, draft pick (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By TOM CANAVAN AP Sports Writer … Continued here

Penner to Kings tops NHL trade deadline day (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Until the Los Angeles Kings made the biggest move of NHL trade deadline day by prying forward Dustin Penner away from the Edmonton Oilers, the further breaking up of the Florida Panthers dominated an otherwise dull day of dealing. … More

Puck Daddy’s 2011 NHL Trade Deadline Report Card (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
There were a few points during the coverage of 2011 NHL Trade Deadline Day in which you realized that the… … Visit link

Maxime Talbot: One of the Most Overrated Athletes in Pittsburgh Sports History Source: Bleacher Report
Can one game in professional sports make your whole entire career a success? If Pittsburgh Penguins forward Maxime Talbot is any indication, it sure seems that way. The fan favorite will live in Penguins’ lore forever, thanks to the fact that he scored two goals in Game 7 of the 2008-09 Stanley Cup Finals … See the rest here

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PensHead Daily Links 02-13-2011

Sunday, February 13th, 2011

Pens fall to Rangers; Lemieux grabs headlines Source: Tribune-Review
Mario Lemieux’s words were a lot stronger than the Penguins’ performance today in a 5-3 loss to the New York Rangers. … Continued here

Grabner scores 3 in Isles’ 7-6 OT win over Sabres (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Michael Grabner capped a three-goal game by scoring with 2:05 left in overtime in leading the injury- and suspension-depleted New York Islanders to a come-from-behind 7-6 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Sunday. … Follow this link

Aftermath: Rangers 5, Penguins 3 Source: penguins.nhl.com
ANALYSIS The frustrated Rangers, who entered today’s game on a season-high six-game losing skid (0-5-1), surrendered an early 2-0 lead to a depleted Penguins squad just over five minutes into the first period. But the Blueshirts turned it on with a vengeance following Pittsburgh’s second goal, scoring five-consecutive times to win the game by a score of 5-3. The Rangers played the type of hockey that Dan Bylsma wants to see from his troops night in, night out – gaining offensive zone time, establishing a forecheck and going to the net hard. … Excerpt from

Pittsburgh Penguins: Lose Again, Mario Lemieux Speaks About Friday’s "Game" Source: Bleacher Report
The New York Rangers came into Sunday’s game against the depleted Pittsburgh Penguins having lost six of their last 10 games. The best penalty kill in the league (88.5 percent) could not stop the Rangers from scoring three times on the power play. The Rangers quickly fell behind after Deryk Engelland scored at the 2:06 mark. … Read this article


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Rangers end 6-game slide against Penguins (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Ryan Callahan had two goals and an assist for the New York Rangers, who broke out of their offensive doldrums and snapped a six-game losing streak with a 5-3 victory over the battered Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday. … Read the rest here

Rangers end 6-game slide with 3 PP goals (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Ryan Callahan had two goals and an assist for the New York Rangers, who broke out of their offensive doldrums and snapped a six-game losing streak with a 5-3 victory over the battered Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday. After falling behind 2-0 only 5:06 in, the Rangers tied it before the first intermission. … Read the rest here

Lemieux’s hypocrisy clouds his message (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Mario Lemieux’s comments about the Isles-Pens brawl are surprising, but his words don’t come across as very convincing. … Continue reading here

Penguins lose at Madison Square Garden, 5-3 Source: Post Gazette
NEW YORK — The Penguins gave up five unanswered goals to the New York Rangers en route to a 5-3 loss this afternoon. The defeat was the Penguins’ fourth in their past five games, while the Rangers pulled out of an 0-5-1 skid. … Read more

Pens lose 5-3 Source: The Pensblog
Pens came out all business with goals from unusual suspects. It was the NYR show after Torts called a timeout. This entire game is a haze … Link

@pghpenguins: Bill Guerin checks out the #Pens game from the MSG Press Box – http://twitpic.com/3zhjtp

THIRD PERIOD: Pens/Rangers, Wheels falling off Source: The Pensblog
It started off well. … More here

Baby Penguins Banter: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Depleted by Pittsburgh Injuries Source: Bleacher Report
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins have now played over 65 percent of their season, having 57 games under their belts in an 80-game American Hockey League season. But recently, the Penguins’ grip on first place in the East Division has become less than secure. Not only are the Penguins now just eight points in front of the defending Calder Cup Champion Hershey Bears, their top seven scorers have been summoned to Pittsburgh due to a rash of injuries with their NHL affiliate … See the article here

SECOND PERIOD: Pens/Rangers, Tied 2-2 Source: The Pensblog
Cy running wild up in NYC. … Continue reading here

Penguins and Mario Lemieux Sound Off on Islanders and NHL Source: Bleacher Report
Two days after the circus act on Long Island between the New York Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins concluded, Penguin owner and NHL Hall of Famer Mario Lemieux sounded off on the Islanders and the NHL for the way the game and the fallout was handled. “The NHL had a chance to send a clear and strong message that those kinds of actions are unacceptable and embarrassing to the sport. It failed,” said Lemieux in a statement … Link

Penguins at Rangers – 02-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME l1wZ05sD6yw -Hey, guess where we are: -No not quite: EN reader Damon Athens is on hand and sent in a few warm up shots: (Notice the Andy Bathgate No. 9 … … See the rest here

Empty Netter Assists – 02-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” I’m aware of the rules and stuff like that, but at that moment, you’re not thinking about what the [repercussions] are .” – Eric Godard on his 10-game suspension. -Eric Tangradi isn’t sure how serious his head injury is . … … Continue reading here


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Mario Lemieux responds to Isles/Pens fallout with strong words (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Organizations releasing statements disagreeing with a suspension handed out by the NHL is not an uncommon… … Follow this link

Lemieux bashes NHL for brawl aftermath (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins owner Mario Lemieux says the NHL failed in its punishment of the New York Islanders following a fight-filled game between the teams. Lemieux, who had a Hockey Hall of Fame playing career with the Penguins, issued a statement Sunday in which he bashed the league's handling of the aftermath of Friday night's 9-3 Islanders victory in which there were 346 penalty minutes,… … Visit link

Gameday 58 – Rangers Source: The Pensblog
3:00 PM Madison Square Garden Pens just can't seem to get away from playing teams where there's some bad blood. Last meeting: Pens won 4-3 in a shootout on February 1st. … Read the rest here

Mario Lemieux questions direction of NHL (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Mario Lemieux is concerned about the direction of the NHL. … See the article here

Lemieux blasts league and NHL in powerful statement Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Statement released by Pens owner and hockey hall of famer Mario Lemieux: Hockey is a tough, physical game, and it always should be. But what happened Friday night on Long Island wasnt hockey. It was a travesty. … Read more here

Lemieux questions if he wants to be remain part of NHL. Source: Chipped Ice
Penguins majority co-owner Mario Lemieux released this statement on the team web site today regarding NHL disciplinary action against the New York Islanders — pay special attention to the last line: Hockey is a tough, physical game, and it always should be. … See the article here

Mario Lemieux Buries The NHL In A Statement About Friday Night’s Travesty Source: The Pensblog
Oh, man, the fallout goes on. Mario just blistered the NHL in a statement on Pens.com “Hockey is a tough, physical game, and it always should be. … The rest is here

Statement from Pittsburgh Penguins Co-Owner and Hockey Hall of Famer Mario Lemieux Source: penguins.nhl.com
“Hockey is a tough, physical game, and it always should be. But what happened Friday night on Long Island wasn’t hockey. It was a travesty. … See more here

Penguins preparing statement from ownership on NHL disciplinary action. Source: Chipped Ice
Well, dear readers, this weekend trip to New York, already astonishingly for so many reasons, will apparently get even more shocking later today. Penguins coach Dan Bylsma said the team is preparing a statement to be issued in response to the NHL’s disciplinary action taken against the New York Islanders. … Read the rest here

AHL Gameday 55 – Hershey Bears Source: The Pensblog
3:05 PM Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: AHLLive.com 102.3 The Mountain Could be a scary tonight today from Northeast, PA as the Bears come to town for the first time since the December 30th Pittsburgh debacle. Only this time, the Pens don't have their full team loaded up as their top 7 scorers are called up to the NHL … Excerpt from

Lemieux: NHL failed with suspensions – 02-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
Mario Lemieux doesn’t often speak publically. Today he cleared his throat on the aftermath of Friday’s fight-filled game with the Islanders he ripped the league something fierece. Through a statement released by the team, Lemieux said: Hockey is a tough, physical game, and it always should be. … Follow this link

What Bleacher Report Has Done To Paul Steigerwald Is Unfair Source: The Pensblog
Blasting Bleacher Report is one of the most redundant things you can do on the Internet. There are some very good writers over there; don't get us wrong … Read more

The Morning Skate: 2/13 Source: The Pensblog
RLD Hockey is an NHL blog of mine where we take a look at the hot topics around the league on a daily basis. One of our staples is the 'Morning Skate', where I rundown everything going on in the NHL, including predictions on the big games. The PensBlog has been nice enough to let me share the Morning Skate with you . You can follow us on Twitter @RLDhockey ! Enjoy! The Morning After: Yesterday’s scores: Kings 4, Capitals 1 Senators 5, Oilers 3 Canadiens 3, Maple Leafs 0 Lightning 4, Hurricanes 3 (OT) Predators 5, Avalanche 3 Coyotes 3, Blackhawks 2 (SO) Wild 3, Blues 1 Canucks 4, Flames 2 Predictions record: 5-3 My 3 stars of the night: 1. … The rest is here

About the Rangers – 02-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Rangers. When and where: 3 p.m, Madison Square Garden. TV: FSN Pittsburgh, MSG, NHL Network (United States), RDS … Read more

Pittsburgh Penguins, New York Islanders Fined: Did the NHL Get It Right? Source: Bleacher Report
David Amber, the host of NHL Network, broke the news of the disciplinary action coming from the New York Islanders ‘ 9-3 defeat of the Pittsburgh Penguins on Friday night which included a 10-game suspension for Pens’ Eric Godard, a $100,000 fine on the Isles team along with Matt Martin receiving four games and Trevor Gillies receiving nine. The news was met with mixed emotions from the fans on Twitter. Many Isles fans thought the NHL was too kind to Pittsburgh while Pens fans thought the NHL should have suspended more Isles players and for a longer amount of time. … Read more here


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Penguins Cup Chronicles: Jim Paek Source: Tribune-Review
During the Washington series in the 1990-91 playoffs, injuries to Paul Coffey, Ulf Samuelsson and Peter Taglianetti forced rookie defenseman Jim Paek into the lineup. … More

Rossi: This reporter knows Crosby’s pain Source: Tribune-Review
Leaving Pittsburgh to hang out with his parents at an undisclosed warm-weather location couldn’t keep Penguins center Sidney Crosby from thinking about his brain working right. … Visit link

Baby Pens deal with ever-changing roster Source: Tribune-Review
Since Feb. 1, nearly every Baby Pens forward who could possibly be called up to the NHL has been. … Read the rest here

Penguins learn to hail taxis in Big Apple Source: Tribune-Review
An outdoor practice at a Central Park rink intended to lift the Penguins spirits Saturday also forced players to master Manhattan’s toughest task: hailing a cab. … The rest is here

Bylsma told Godard, other Penguins not to leave bench Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma said Saturday he instructed players, including enforcer Eric Godard, not to leave the bench Friday night to engage New York Islanders players during a scrum-filled third period of a 9-3 loss at Nassau Coliseum. … Read the rest here

Depleted Penguins could go down fighting Source: Tribune-Review
By general manager Ray Shero’s design, the Penguins represent both what’s beautiful and beastly about the NHL. … See the article here

Suspensions, fine handed down to Penguins, Islanders Source: Post Gazette
NEW YORK — The NHL has issued punishments for offenses committed during the Penguins’ 9-3 loss to the New York Islanders Friday night at Nassau Coliseum. … More here

Tale of the Tape: Schnell vs. Gallant Source: The Pensblog
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Bridgeport Ryan Schnell Brett Gallant Fight Card: 4 AHL, 6 ECHL 2 AHL, 14 ECHL FINAL VERDICT: Schnell win by TKO … Read more

Penguins’ Godard suspended 10 games Source: Post Gazette
NEW YORK — Eric Godard said he understood the consequences. … Visit link

Orpik’s Debut. WB/S PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
Tough night for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins at home against the Adirondack Phantoms. Michael Leighton was a formidable opponent once again, this time shutting the lowly-offensive Pens out in front of a decently sized crowd. … The rest is here

NHL comes down hard on Gillies, Godard (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL suspended New York Islanders forwards Trevor Gillies for nine games and Matt Martin for four while slapping the club with a US$100,000 fine late Saturday night for their actions in a fight-filled win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. … Read this article

Gillies given 9-game ban, Islanders fined $100,000 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL suspended New York Islanders forwards Trevor Gillies for nine games, Matt Martin for four and handed the club a $100,000 fine late Saturday night for their actions in a fight-filled win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Only enforcer Eric Godard was punished on the Penguins side by the league as he received an automatic 10-game suspension for leaving the bench Friday night to join a… … Read the rest here

NHL Announces Disciplinary Action against Islanders and Penguins Source: penguins.nhl.com
TORONTO (February 12, 2011) — The National Hockey League announced today a series of disciplinary actions against the New York Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins resulting from NHL Game #823, Feb. 11. … Visit link

NHL suspends three, fines Islanders $100K for brawl (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
After last night's edition of “Friday Night Fights” on Long Island between the Islanders and… … Excerpt from

Source: Pens, Lightning among teams interested in Jarkko Ruutu Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pens have renewed interest in Ruutu GM Ray Shero tried to re-acquire Jarkko Ruutu prior to the March 2009 trade deadline and two years later, the Penguins have renewed interest in the Ottawa Senators winger, sources tell Inside Pittsburgh Sports. Ruutu who was believed to have been on the Penguins target list prior to the … Read more

On the Penguins: Bring back Kovalev? Source: Post Gazette
Ten days ago, all indications were that general manager Ray Shero would be facing a difficult decision as the NHL trade deadline, set for 3 p.m. … Follow this link

Penguins Noteobook: Tangradi isn’t sure about severity of injury Source: Post Gazette
NEW YORK — He did not, Eric Tangradi said Saturday, have any kind of history with Trevor Gillies of the New York Islanders. Not until Friday night, anyway … Read more

League strikes down on Islanders with 100k fine Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The NHL has struck down on New York Islanders but was it hard enough? Trevor Gillies has been suspended 9 gms for his antics in Friday’s game and Matt Martin has been suspended 4 games for his near sucker punch to Maxime Talbot. … Read the rest here

Gillies gets 9 games, Martin gets 4, NYI gets 100K fine Source: The Pensblog
Maybe the biggest question is, where will the Islanders get $100,000? … Link

Scouts Watch: Pens have scouted slumping Av’s frequently this week Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins face the Colorado Avalanche this coming Wednesday night in Denver and Penguins scouts were frequent visitors of Av’s game this week, including Friday and Saturday night as Peter Forsberg made his return to the NHL. The Penguins were in attendance for last night’s Blue Jackets – Avalanche game in Columbus and again … Read more

Suspensions, fines handed down to Penguins, Islanders – 02-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
From the Post-Gazette’s Dave Molinari : The NHL has issued punishments for offenses committed during the Penguins’ 9-3 loss to the New York Islanders Friday night at Nassau Coliseum. Penguins winger Eric Godard received an automatic 10-game suspension for leaving the bench during an altercation, but league officials opted against enfo … … Follow this link

Godard receives automatic 10 game suspension; Bylsma not suspended Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Enforcer Eric Godard has been officially suspended by the National Hockey League for 10 games. … See the article here

Trade Deadline Buzz: Kovalev playing well of late Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Word inside league circles is that the Penguins brass believes the “skill” is still there for 37 year old winger Alexei Kovalev. Will that lead to the Penguins taking a chance on Kovalev like they did with Billy Guerin two trade deadlines ago? Indications are GM Bryan Murray quickly contacted Penguins GM Ray Shero upon … Link

Free Bylsma, Additional Discipline News Source: The Pensblog
No news yet on any additional suspensions, but Empty Netters reports that “Trevor Gillies, Zenon Konopka and Matt Martin are scheduled to have disciplinary hearing with NHL officials in Buffalo tonight.” Apparently Michael Haley will get nothing additional. Edit: He's already been given a one game suspension for receiving three major penalties in one game. Thanks cblog … Read more here

Video: Pens Skate in Central Park Source: penguins.nhl.com
In preparation for their game against the Rangers on Sunday, the Pittsburgh Penguins practice in Central Park. … To see video click here

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PensHead Daily Links 02-10-2011

Thursday, February 10th, 2011

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Fantasy Hockey: Effect of coaching changes; young Oilers shine (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
They say that NHL coaches are “hired to be fired”, and each season that old mantra holds true for a… … Continued here


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Kings at Penguins – 02-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
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Predators make splash with addition of Mike Fisher (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The acquisition of the longtime Senator puts Nashville in a position to win now – and in the future. … Continue reading here

Chatting with Devin Setoguchi about trade rumors, Sharks’ revival (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Like the rest of the San Jose Sharks, winger Devin Setoguchi was late to the party this year. … See more here

Gameday 56 – Kings Source: The Pensblog
7:00 pm CONSOL Energy Center TV: FSN/NHL Network US At first we weren't sure whether we should post this here or on Wilkes-Blog . … See more here

Puck Headlines: Crosby ‘scared’ but optimistic; Red Wings all-access (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in… … Go here to read the rest

Video: Starkist Shootout: Episode 7 (2/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Episode 7 of the Starkist Shootout series. The Pittsburgh ICE/Badgers take on the North Pittsburgh Pee Wee A+ Gold team. … See video here

Video: Rob Scuderi Interview Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguin Rob Scuderi sits down with FSN-West to talk about his time in Pittsburgh. … See this video

Crosby: Can’t rule out possibility of season being over Source: Post Gazette
Penguins star center Sidney Crosby today said he couldn’t rule out being out for the rest of the season because of his concussion, but he hopes to return before that becomes the case. … See more here

Surgery ‘successful’ for Penguins’ Malkin Source: Post Gazette
Penguins All-Star center Evegni Malkin underwent what coach Dan Bylsma termed “successful surgery” today. … See the rest here

Penguins’ Cooke accepts suspension without criticism Source: Post Gazette
Penguins winger Matt Cooke, speaking publicly today for the first time since he received a four-game suspension from the NHL, said he accepted the ruling but declined to offer an opinion about it … Go here to read the rest

Post-Morning Skate Tidbits: Bylsma Audio; Crosby back in town; Cooke on his suspension Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
POST-MORNING SKATE UPDATES A slew of updates following today’s morning skate. … The rest is here

Crosby Getting Better, But No Return Date Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby said that he is getting better, but there is no time frame for his return to the lineup as he continues to recover from a concussion. “I’m getting better … Visit link

Penguins’ Crosby: I want to come back this season Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby said he does intend on playing again this season, though he said there is no timetable for his return. The 23-year-old center said he continues to improve but that the process has been “slow.” … More

Penguins’ new lines, Crosby speaks – 02-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
Quite a few notes out of an interesting morning skate at Consol Energy Center. The Penguins trotted out some new line combinations today: Pascal Dupuis – Jordan Staal – Tyler KennedyMike Rupp – Maxime Talbot – Chris ConnerBrett Sterling – Dustin Jeffrey – Nick JohnsonRyan Craig – Joe Vitale (right)- Craig Adams -The team’s power play units … More here

Evgeni Malkin Is Out for Season: Pittsburgh Penguins Are Snakebitten Again Source: Bleacher Report
Injuries and suspensions continue to pile up for the Pittsburgh Penguins. It was announced on Wednesday that All-Star center Evgeni Malkin will have knee surgery, ending his season. Malkin is a key contributor to the Penguins offence, scoring 37 points in 43 games this year … Read the rest here

Video: Game-Day: Coach Bylsma (2/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma talks to the media following the team’s morning practice. … Watch here

Video: Injury Update: Sidney Crosby (2/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks to the media about his recovery from the concussion he suffered last month. … Watch here

Video: Game-Day: Jordan Staal (2/11/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to the media following the team’s morning practice. … Watch video here

Video: Game-Day: Joe Vitale (2/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Joe Vitale talks to the media following the team’s morning practice. … See this video

Video: Game-Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (2/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media following the team’s morning practice. … Video here

Video: Game-Day: Ryan Craig (2/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ryan Craig talks to the media following the team’s morning practice. … Click here to view video

CPZ Banished Source: The Pensblog
The Pittsburgh Penguins have “assigned” Wheeling forward/ prospect Casey Pierro-Zabotel to Cincinnati of the ECHL. It looks like he is being banished with this uncharacteristic minor-league transaction. … More here

New-look lines for Pens amid AHL recalls. Source: Chipped Ice
Since the Penguins have recalled four players from the AHL, perhaps a look at the line rushes from this AM practice is worth a short blog update: Pascal Dupuis-Jordan Staal-Tyler Kennedy Mike Rupp-Max Talbot-Chis Conner Ryan Craig-Joe Vitale-Craig Adams Brett Sterling-Dustin Jeffrey-Eric Godard/Nick Johnson = About that last night, if Johnson gets the call over Godard, shall we call it … Read this article

Pens recall four from AHL Source: The Pensblog
Joe Vitale has been recalled as rumored earlier last night. Joining him is Ryan Craig, Nick Johnson and “The Ticket” Brett Sterling – a full line of call-ups. A quick scouting report on the four: 1 … View post

Where In The World Is Sidney Crosby? Starting A New Photoshop Expo Source: The Pensblog
Sidney Crosby is apparently missing. Obviously this is very concerning for Penguins fans. … More

Yevgeni Malkin? End of Russian player names as we’ve known them (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Speaking as a Chesnokov, there's nothing worse than having your name butchered by someone else. … Follow this link

Penguins call up 4 from Wilkes-Barre Source: Tribune-Review
Four forwards were recalled from AHL affiliate Wilkes-Barre/Scranton today, as the Penguins are set to play Los Angeles tonight at Consol Energy Center. Promising winger Nick Johnson leads the group. … Follow this link

Game 56: Morning Skate Updates: Recall 4 players; Johnson on 1st PP unit Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
LIVE MORNING SKATE UPDATES LA Kings (29-22-2, 60pts) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (34-17-4, 72pts) PITTSBURGH — It appears the Penguins saw what many of us saw in the need to get some speed in the lineup and some kind of skill. The Penguins yesterday demoted Eric Tangradi and Tim Wallace and have recalled forwards Ryan Craig, … More here

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Los Angeles Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:13 AM: Joe Vitale (left) and Nick Johnson (right) were called up early this morning. 11:10 AM: Pens pics.. … More here

The Morning Skate: 2/10 Source: The Pensblog
RLD Hockey is an NHL blog of mine where we take a look at the hot topics around the league on a daily basis. One of our staples is the 'Morning Skate', where I rundown everything going on in the NHL, including predictions on the big games. … Read more

Penguins forced to call up four forwards Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins, severely shorthanded at forward because of injuries and suspension, have recalled four players from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton … Go here to read the rest

Penguins Recall Four Players Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled four players from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. The four players recalled are forwards Ryan Craig, Nick Jo… … See the rest here

Penguins recall Craig, Johnson, Sterling and Vitale – 02-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
We’re thinking a mini-van was involved in this latest move. The Penguins have recalled forwards Ryan Craig, Nick Johnson, Brett Sterling (above) and Joe Vitale from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. … The rest is here

Cooke hit with four-game suspension Source: Post Gazette
What does Ray Shero say to those who insist that Penguins winger Matt Cooke is a dirty player? “He’s a top-nine forward on a real good team,” the Penguins general manager said Wednesday. … The rest is here

Malkin faces surgery today Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Malkin wanted a second opinion. It was the same as the first — he needed surgery for two torn ligaments in his right knee. The Penguins All-Star center is scheduled to have that operation today, performed by team physician Charles Burke. … Read more here

About the Kings – 02-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Kings. When and where: 7 p.m. Consol Energy Center. … Follow this link

LINK CITY: Crosby Spotted, Harry Baals, Will Smith, Toilet baby Source: The Pensblog
Of all the places Crosby could be lurking, he's apparently on some street where Sarah Palin is walking around doing shit. This pic isn't photoshopped. Unless CNN did it themselves. … Read this article

Penguins aiming to get physical with opponents Source: Tribune-Review
General manager Ray Shero never has been shy about declaring his desire for the Penguins to be “a tough team to play against.” … More

Empty Netter Assists – 02-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Mike Comrie (above) is off crutches and has begun rehabilitation for his injured hip (PG+). … Continued here

NHL Roundup: Bruins slam Canadiens Source: Post Gazette
Milan Lucic scored twice in a wild second period, and Nathan Horton had a goal and four assists for Boston as the Bruins outslugged and outlasted the Montreal Canadiens for an 8-6 victory Wednesday night at TD Garden in Boston. … See more here

Kunitz expected to sit out next three games due to injury Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Team will announce at least two callups in the morning The Penguins are expected to be without winger Chris Kunitz for the next three games as Kunitz will not play tomorrow night against the Los Angeles Kings and is not expected to travel with the team for their trip to New York, sources say. The … Follow this link

PODCAST: 2.10 Source: The Pensblog
50:01. Talking with Eric P … More here

Penguins trade deadline approach centers around not mortgaging the future Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
TRADE DEADLINE BUZZ As of Wednesday evening, the Penguins were not close to any moves, as the Penguins trade deadline plans remain in the preliminary stages, following last week’s organizational meetings that centered around having no cap space. Many are calling Ray Shero a dangerous GM with significant cap space available but this is a … Go here to read the rest

NHL: When Is Enough Really Enough? Source: Bleacher Report
As much of a fan of the hardworking, grinder style player I am, I have had about enough ofPittsburgh Penguins forward Matt Cooke blatant disregard for the rules and his opponents’ safety. Another fun filled week for Cooke started this past Sunday, when he decided that a knee-to-knee hit was the best way to take out Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin … The rest is here

Islanders G Poulin to miss rest of season (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Islanders rookie goalie Kevin Poulin will miss the rest of the season after hurting his knee during pregame warmups. … Continued here

Two NHL Has-Beens Blister Matt Cooke Source: The Pensblog
Look, Matt Cooke deserved every part of his four-game suspension. He'll serve his time, and we will all move on. No need to go into some long defense of who Matt Cooke is. … More

Vitale Called Up? Source: The Pensblog
Apparently, the Penguins have recalled Joe Vitale from Wilkes-Barre. No clue what's happening in Penguin land … Continue reading here

Leafs, Ducks sound trade market opening bell (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Anaheim reacquires an ex-Duck, Toronto GM reacquires Joffrey Lupul – and the league’s stage is set for more moves. … See more here

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PensHead Daily Links 02-03-2011

Thursday, February 3rd, 2011

@pghpenguins: With the Super Bowl this Sunday, #Pens Malkin wears a Steelers cap during a TV interview – http://twitpic.com/3w816r


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A Complementary Pair Source: penguins.nhl.com
Joining a new team is never easy. It’s tough entering another National Hockey League organization, trying to adjust to a brand-new atmosphere, brand-new teammates and a whole different style of play while bringing your best game to the ice every night … Go here to read the rest

Crosby to Long-Term IR Source: The Pensblog
Per @CapGeek on Twitter, Sidney Crosby has been placed on the long-term injured reserve today. It should be noted that his ” LTIR placement is strictly a cap move, and not an indication of the severity of his injury.” They needed room to call up Eric Tangradi. … The rest is here

Fantasy Hockey: Eyes on Langenbrunner, Stalock; Flames heat up (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Being in the fantasy hockey biz, I love how non-fantasy people – professional hockey analysts – try, but fail… … See the rest here

Letang’s Strong Play has Earned Norris Consideration Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang blames the media for the buzz surrounding his Norris Trophy candidacy. “I try to not think about it, but you guys are always reminding me about where I stand,” a smiling Letang told NHL.com earlier this week. … See more here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Success Despite Injuries Points to Major Turnaround Source: Bleacher Report
The rest of the NHL should take note of what is brewing in western Pennsylvania because the Pittsburgh Penguins are finding their steam without the help of superstars Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, a seemingly nightmarish situation for a team that depends highly on their skill centers. The rest of the Pens, however, would have none of it and are riding a four-game winning streak without the services of Crosby and Malkin and, as of recent, Mark Letestu who is being evaluated with a lower-body injury. To call the Pens depleted would be a severe understatement, but a lack of Crosby and Malkin in the lineup has been anything but a problem … Continued here

Vulcans quarterback Josh Portis selected to play in NFLPA Game Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
CALIFORNIA (Feb. 3) Former California University of Pennsylvania quarterback Josh Portis (Woodland Hills, Calif./William H. … The rest is here

Video: Penguin Craig Adams’ crazy water bottle holder-in-1 shot (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Craig Adams of the Pittsburgh Penguins is a Harvard alumnus, so we can only assume his shot from Wednesday… … Visit link

Red-hot Flames back in the playoff race (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Coincidence or not, Calgary has been on a roll – and having fun – since the resignation of GM Darryl Sutter. … View post

Petersen, 2 More Up From Wheeling Source: The Pensblog
Due to the parent re-calls of forwards Dustin Jeffrey and Eric Tangradi, Wheeling's stand-out forwards Nick Petersen and Ben Street have been called up to WB/S. Goaltender Patrick Killeen was also promoted again, as a precaution to Brad Thiessen's injury recovery … Read more here

Puck Headlines: King Henrik meets Bieber; Ray Emery to the Ducks? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in… … More

Penguins Greatest Games 2 DVD Preorder, Now With List of Games Source: The Pensblog
Thanks to @DustinJohnson Twitter for bringing this to our attention. The Pens Greatest Games Volume Two DVD is set to come out and Amazon.com has it available for pre-order on their website … See the rest here


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Video: Fleury Flakes Cereal Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury releases his own cereal, Fleury Flakes, available at Giant Eagle. … Video here

@pghpenguins: #Pens Johnson interviews with Steve Mears for Inside Penguins Hockey, which airs Sat at 10:30 a.m. on FSN – http://twitpic.com/3w6adr

Penguins’ Malkin to return vs. Buffalo (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Penguins injured center Evgeni Malkin will return Friday, when Pittsburgh meets the Buffalo Sabres. … Continue reading here

Penguins Support Womansplace Shelters
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The Pittsburgh Penguins and Verizon Wireless will join forces to support Womansplace shelters when the team hosts its fourth annual cell phone drive on Friday, February 4 prior to the Penguins vs. Sabres game. Every fan who donates a used cell … … Read this article

Penguins coach Bylsma: Malkin to return as Letestu awaits surgery Source: Tribune-Review
Center Evgeni Malkin is expected to return from a five-game absence to play Friday night against the Buffalo Sabres at Consol Energy Center. Malkin last played Jan. 18 because of a sinus infection, though he has practiced since Monday. … Link

Thursday’s Practice Buzz: Pouncey won’t practice today; tomorrow is viewed as cutoff Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
— Ben Roethlisberger laughed off the karaoke bar video on TMZ.com. A patron taped Roethlisberger singing “Piano Man” on stage with some of his offensive linemen … See the article here

Marc-Andre Fleury Has His Own Cereal Source: The Pensblog
Ever wanted to look at the face of an All-Star, Stanley Cup-winning goaltender first thing in the morning? Well now you can! FLEURY FLAKES is a frosted corn flakes cereal packaged in a 14 oz. limited edition collector’s box (pictured above) … See more here

Malkin returning; Letestu out 4 to 6 weeks Source: Post Gazette
Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin is expected to return to the lineup Friday night against Buffalo, but center Mark Letestu is facing arthroscopic knee surgery for a meniscus injury and is expected to be out four to six weeks, coach Dan Bylsma said today after practice at Consol Energy Center … Read more

Twenty Years Later – Bruins 6, Penguins 3 – 02-03-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1990-91 season which led to the first Stanley Cup title in franchise history. … View post

Pens Buzz: Malkin to return to lineup; Letestu out 4-6 weeks Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Some news on the Pens front this afternoon: — Forward Evgeni Malkin, as expected, will make his return to the lineup tomorrow night at home against the Buffalo Sabres. Malkin is expected to center Chris Kunitz and Pascal Dupuis. — Meanwhile, forward Mark Letestu is out for up to 4-6 weeks due to a knee … See more here

Listen To Puck Daddy Radio for fightin’ goalie fun (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
It's a Thursday edition of Puck Daddy Radio, and we're chatting about the following and much more:… … View post

Tomlin has no problems with players enjoying themselves at night early in the week Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Ben Roethlisberger and teammates Max Starks and Willie Colon have made their way on TMZ after the three hung out at Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar on Tuesday night. TMZ has video of Ben having a good time and signing karaoke (Billy Joel) at 1:15 a.m. and drinking rum and diet coke for most of the … See more here

Player Media Appearances: 2/3 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Check today’s media appearances by Penguins administration and players 12:40pm – Ray Shero on FAN 590 (Sirius Channel 97) 1:10pm – Brent Johnson NHL Live! 1:35pm – Kris Letang on Puck Daddy Radio (The Score, Sirius 98) 3:25pm – Dan By… … More

Tomlin talks Maurkice Pouncey who may practice today Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
A few notes from Mike Tomlin’s Thursday media session– Tomlin said center Maurkice Pouncey “is on a running clock at this point to get healthy.” Tomlin said that Pouncey may or may not practice today. The goal has been for Pouncey to get some light work in on Thursday and practice Friday. Tomlin said that … Read more here

@pghpenguins: #Pens Jordan Staal gives Marc-Andre Fleury a spray during a shootout drill – http://twitpic.com/3w53p0

Letestu out four to six weeks; Malkin returning tomorrow – 02-03-11 Source: Empty Netters
Some good news and bad news out of Penguins practice today . First the bad news. Forward Mark Letestu (right) will be sidelined four to six weeks due to a knee injury which will require surgery … See the rest here

A brief history of Penguins and goaltender fights – 02-03-11 Source: Empty Netters
While there are hardly concrete records on goaltender fights, Penguins broadcaster Bob Grove is pretty much the authority on all things related to the Penguins and statistics. With the help of an associate, Grove was able to come up with an unofficial list of 10 “official” goaltender fights in Penguins history … Continued here

Video: Off-Day: Evgeni Malkin (2/3/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin after this morning’s practice at CONSOL Energy Center. … Watch here

Video: Off-Day: Eric Tangradi (2/3/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Eric Tangradi after this morning’s practice at CONSOL Energy Center. … Click here to view video

Video: Off-Day: Max Talbot (2/3/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Max Talbot after this morning’s practice at CONSOL Energy Center. … See video here

Video: Off-Day: Alex Goligoski (2/3/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Alex Goligoski after this morning’s practice at CONSOL Energy Center. … Click here to view video

Video: Off-Day: Coach Bylsma (2/3/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma after this morning’s practice at CONSOL Energy Center. … To see video click here

Video: Let’s Play! Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Obama urges our youth to play hockey for health and happiness. … Click here to view video

WB/S Seeking a "Power Play Specialist" Source: The Pensblog
A reader, who wants to be referred to anonymously, recently sent this in to us: If true, it looks like assistant GM Jason Botterill is looking to load up with one more legitimate scorer for the AHL Calder Cup playoff run. Here's a look at the AHL's top power play goal leaders: Finally, a glance at the AHL's power play assists leaders: With the trade deadline looming, it won't be too long until we found out the truth. There are a lot of players on that list that would be considered “untouchable”, however there a few possibilities … Follow this link

Crosby Is Good Source: The Pensblog
One of the best ways to realize exactly what Sidney Crosby has accomplished this year is to look at the NHL scoring leaders: Sidney Crosby, despite playing 11 fewer games than Steven Stamkos, is only two points behind him in scoring. He's still second in goals, seven behind Stamkos and five ahead of Daniel Sedin. Is it just us, or does this situation remind anyone else of Mario Lemieux in 1993? … Follow this link

Penguins Report: 2/3/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
10:57 AM: At CONSOL Energy Center as the Pens have an 11 a.m. practice scheduled. Wednesday, Brent Johnson did his best Muhammad Ali impression and clocked Islanders Rick DiPietro … Read more

Empty Netter Assists – 02-03-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins n0G3Jft1KXQ -Shelly Anderson’s recap from last night’s game . -”Oh, no, the shutout doesn’t really matter.” – Brent Johnson on getting kick out of the game for fighing New York’s Rick DiPietro. That cost Johnson an individual shutout … Read more here

We believe Rick DiPietro had a similar reaction – 02-03-11 Source: Empty Netters
Brooks Orpik’s face pretty much describes Brent Johnson’s TKO of Rick DiPietro perfectly: … Read more here

RECAP: Johnny Law. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
The last time the Pens saw Rick DiPietro, he was jumping up and down after stopping Sidney Crosby's points streak. The Pens hadn't forgotten about it. So when DiPietro threw a cheap shot at Matt Cooke, that was the impetus that Brent Johnson needed to cool DiPietro's ass down. It was the left cross of justice. Maybe one of our favorite moments in the last couple of years. And this moment is probably a good complement to our post earlier in the week talking about not watching a game if you get burnt out. But this kind of thing teaches you never to leave a game early … Read this article

The Morning Skate: 2/3 Source: The Pensblog
RLD Hockey is an NHL blog of mine where we take a look at the hot topics around the league on a daily basis. One of our staples is the 'Morning Skate', where I rundown everything going on in the NHL, including predictions on the big games. The PensBlog has been nice enough to let me share the Morning Skate with you . You can follow us on Twitter @RLDhockey ! Enjoy! The Morning After: Yesterday’s scores: Red Wings 7, Senators 5 Penguins 3, Islanders 0 Canadiens 3, Panthers 2 Canucks 6, Coyotes 0 Kings 3, Oilers 1 Sharks 4, Ducks 3 Predictions record: 4-2 My 3 stars of the night: 1. … Read more

Civic Arena discussions Source: The Pensblog
Guy in the yellow jacket commanding respect. The PG has a nice little read today about what's going on with the fate of the Civic Arena … Read more


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Franzen shoots down the Senators (The Ottawa Citizen) Source: Yahoo Sports
Johan Franzen and the Detroit Red Wings saw to it that the agony of the Ottawa Senators continued unabated on Wednesday night. … Continued here

Staal not suspended for punching Rangers’ Prust Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL has ruled that C Jordan Staal will not be suspended despite receiving a match penalty and subsequent ejection after punching the Rangers’ Brandon Prust Tuesday. … See the article here

Penguins, Johnson knock out Islanders Source: Tribune-Review
Brent Johnson made 20 saves and leveled Rick DiPietro in a rare goalie fight as the Penguins beat the Islanders, 3-0. … See more here

Penguins Notebook: NHL revokes Staal’s suspension Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins did not officially know that center Jordan Staal would be in their lineup Wednesday night against the New York Islanders until early afternoon, when the NHL decided not to uphold a one-game suspension. They did not expect Staal to be punished beyond the major penalty and match penalty he received a night earlier for punching Brandon Prust of the New York Rangers. … Excerpt from

Wednesday’s Three Stars: Johan Franzen scores 5 goal vs. Ottawa (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Johan Franzen, Detroit Red Wings The Red Wings scored seven goals against the Ottawa Senators . … Excerpt from

Johnson, Penguins knock out Islanders, 3-0 Source: Post Gazette
Penguins backup goaltender Brent Johnson stopped all 20 New York Islanders shots he faced Wednesday night at Consol Energy Center, but he didn’t get the shutout in a 3-0 win. “Oh, no, the shutout doesn’t really matter,” Johnson said. Johnson stopped all 20 Islanders shots, but willingly and gladly gave up what would have been his second shutout this season and 15th of his career. … Go here to read the rest

Fate of Civic Arena debated Source: Post Gazette
To those who want to see it saved, the Civic Arena is an engineering marvel, an irreplaceable icon and a testament to Pittsburgh know-how. … Read this article

Post-Game: Defensive play has Penguins on verge of catching Flyers for conference lead Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Victory highlighted by Johnson leveling DiPietro with one punch — The Pittsburgh Penguins continued their winning ways without captain Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. Tyler Kennedy (8), Chris Kunitz (18) and Max Talbot (6, EN) all scored and Brent Johnson made 20 saves to record a team shutout with Marc Andre Fleury as the Penguins … Go here to read the rest

Penguins shut out Islanders again 3-0 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Brent Johnson figured a chance at a knockout was much rarer than a shot at a shutout. … Continued here

Penguins shut out Isles again 3-0 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Brent Johnson figured a chance at a knockout was much rarer than a shot at a shutout. So he took it … Read more here

Aftermath: Penguins 3, Islanders 0 Source: penguins.nhl.com
ANALYSIS The wounded Penguins continue to surge despite working with a depleted lineup. … See the rest here

Max-imum Reward Source: penguins.nhl.com
It wasn’t just a monkey on Maxime Talbot’s back – more like a baby gorilla. … Read the rest here

Penguins shut out Islanders, 3-0 Source: Post Gazette
he Penguins won their fourth game in a row, shutting out the New York Islanders, 3-0, tonight at Consol Energy Center. … More

Johnson’s Knockout Night Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins are a tough team. There are more than a few players who can go toe-to-toe with anyone in the league, including several defenseman and a few forwards … See more here

Goalie Fight Video: Brent Johnson’s 1-punch KO of Rick DiPietro (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Johan Franzen had five goals for the Red Wings on Wednesday night. It was going to take something spectacular,… … Visit link

Down goes DiPietro, Pens win 3-0 [ UPDATED ] Source: The Pensblog
UPDATED our boy CurtO in the stands: DiPietro is a dickhole. Beej stood up for Cooke at the end of the game and knocked out DiPietro with a left. Watching Beej destroy DiPietro felt like winning a playoff series. … Follow this link

@pghpenguins: The biggest hockey stick you'll ever see is at CONSOL Energy Center #Pens – http://twitpic.com/3vxrxg

@pghpenguins: #Pens Eric Tangradi back in the lineup for Pittsburgh after being recalled this morning – http://twitpic.com/3vxcbk

Penguins Encourage Fans To Bring "Terrible Towels" To Friday’s Game vs. Buffalo at CONSOL Energy Center Source: penguins.nhl.com
With excitement over the Super Bowl reaching a fever pitch, the Pittsburgh Penguins are encouraging their fans to bring “Terrible Towels” to Friday’s game between the Penguins and Buffalo Sabres at CONSOL Energy Center. ; “We’re huge supporters of the Steelers and we all believe they’re going to bring that seventh Super Bowl trophy back to the City of Champions,” said David Morehouse, CEO and President of the Penguins. … More

‘To Raleigh with the Pens’ Airs Thursday on FSN Source: penguins.nhl.com
Everyone here in Pittsburgh knows how dedicated Penguins fans are to their favorite team, but this year the rest of North America found out just “how” dedicated they actually are. Earlier this year, the NHL asked fans to vote for t… … Read this article

Adam’s Journey has added a photo to the pool: 2011 NHL Skills Competition – RBC Center – Raleigh, NC 01/29/2011.

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Kris Letang waits for the starting gun

Video: Post-Game: Dan Bylsma (2/2/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma talks to the media following the team’s victory over the New York Islanders. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Max Talbot (2/2/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Max Talbot talks to the media following the team’s victory over the New York Islanders. … See video here

Video: Post-Game: Brent Johnson (2/2/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brent Johnson talks to the media following the team’s victory over the New York Islanders. … View video

Video: DiPietro and Johnson Scrap Source: penguins.nhl.com
The New York Islanders’ Rick DiPietro and Pittsburgh Penguins’ Brent Johnson scrap. … See video here

Video: A Hole In One! Source: penguins.nhl.com
The puck deflects off Rick DiPietro’s stick and rolls on the top of the net for a hole in one. … See video here

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PensHead Daily Links 01-27-2011

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

Islanders, Moulson agree to three-year deal (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
UNIONDALE, N.Y. – Forward Matt Moulson and the New York Islanders have agreed to terms of a three-year contract. … See the rest here

Charges dropped against waffle-throwing Leafs fan (CBC.ca) Source: Yahoo Sports
Criminal charges against the man who threw waffles onto the ice during a Toronto Maple Leafs game have been dropped. Instead, Joe Robb will have to serve five hours of community service. … Excerpt from

Ilya Kovalchuk, Devils slowly coming around (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Yes, it’s been an unmitigated disaster in New Jersey this season. But finally, for Ilya Kovalchuk and the Devils, there’s hope. … Read this article

Best Places to Eat/Drink in Wilkes-Barre Source: The Pensblog
A few readers e-mailed us and asked us to compile a list of establishments in Wilkes-Barre that they could go to after/before a Baby Pens game. Here is what our loyal Wilkes-Barre residents and Wilkes-Blog faithful contributed: #1 … Read more here

Tangradi, Bortuzzo named All-Stars Source: The Pensblog
Originally, Dustin Jeffrey and Brad Thiessen were set to be the lone WB/S Penguin players represented at the 2011 AHL All-Star Game. … View post

Bortuzzo, Tangradi added to Eastern Conference All-Star roster Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The American Hockey League today announced four additions to the team rosters for the 2011 AHL All-Star Classic presented by Capital BlueCross, to take place Sunday and Monday, Jan. … Link

NHL shakes up All-Star game with unique draft (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
While the NFL and NBA are facing labor uncertainty, the NHL is taking a moment to puff out its chest as it heads into an All-Star weekend unlike any other. Six years after a full season was lost, the NHL finds itself in a unique position of negotiated calm and unprecedented success. Hockey will never enjoy the revenue streams the NFL produces, but the little brother league can relate to the… … Follow this link

By the Numbers: All-Star Break Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins enter the 2011 All-Star break coming off two victories (Jan. 22, 3-2 vs. … Read more

Twenty Years Later – Ron Francis – 01-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment, with a highly unimaginative name, which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. … View post

Breaking the Law: Reviewing Rule 48.1 and Why It’s Not Working Source: Bleacher Report
Yesterday was the 50th birthday of the “Great One,” and being a California native I can certainly appreciate everything Wayne Gretzky has done for hockey, in California or otherwise. With the interviews and obligatory highlight reels of Gretzky himself, one would be remiss to not notice how far the game of hockey has evolved since then. There’s been some terrific improvements to the game, opening up scoring and capitalizing on the skills of the athletes. … More

Retro Penguins Clip: 1990 All-Star Game Source: The Pensblog
We're not about to pretend that the All-Star Game means anything, but it's nice watching Mario put on a show at the Igloo. … Follow this link

Capitals sign Alexander Semin to a one year extension Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
For the second straight year, the Washington Capitals have resigned Alexander Semin to a one year extension. The deal is worth $6.7 million and the 26 year old winger is signed through the 2011-2012 season … Link

Penguins Notes: Crosby, Malkin, Lovejoy, Talbot & Asham Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Latest Penguins Buzz *I’m told the Penguins are optimistic that Evgeni Malkin will be available to return to the lineup Tuesday night against the New York Rangers. Malkin has missed the past three games with a knee issue and now has a so-called sinus infection. Tests done multiple times over the past … More here

Experience the hairy, awkward glory of the 1990 NHL All-Star Game, featuring first-ever skills competition (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The 1990 NHL All-Star Game is fondly remembered for being Doug Smail's only appearance in the midseason… … The rest is here

This deserves its own post – 01-27-11 Source: Empty Netters
Krys Barch of the Stars had himself a pretty wild fight with Zack Stortini of the Oilers last night. But that’s not the reason we’re busting this out with its own post today: Gxez4llQ_Yc Recognize that music in the background? EmG-Af0LK88 -007 373 5963 … Continue reading here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-27-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Maxime Talbot and Mike Rupp are good people . -Sean Conboy of Pittsburgh Magazine has a wondeful Q&A with Ray Shero … Read the rest here

When douchebags talk hockey Source: The Pensblog
The Faster Times website calls itself A new type of newspaper for a new type of world. So, basically, it's a blog that uses CSS style sheets to make it look like a newspaper. People have been jobbing us in the comments and via e-mail for messing with our own site design in order to bring more content in a smaller space, but at least it won't resemble The Faster Times' home page, which looks like a bomb went off on Sesame Street. One of their writers, Mark Donatiello [pictured], decided to throw another piece of trash into the mix. He recently posted an article stating that Crosby, as part of his NHL Revenge Tour, has convinced Malkin to forego the All Star game … See more here

A beautiful Ray Shero interview Source: The Pensblog
Sean Conboy from Pittsburgh Magazine recently had the opportunity to talk with Ray Shero. And Sean did not waste the opportunity … Continued here

Hall eager to ‘rub shoulders’ with NHL’s elite players (The Edmonton Journal) Source: Yahoo Sports
Alex Ovechkin is the one player that Edmonton Oilers rookie Taylor Hall might try to corner this weekend when the NHLs marquee men converge in Raleigh, N.C., for the leagues annual all-star festivities. And maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. … Read more here

Penguins pals Engelland, Lovejoy stay on defensive Source: Tribune-Review
Much like in training camp, defensemen Deryk Engelland and Ben Lovejoy are continuing their battle for playing time. … See more here

Ref’s Voice Cracks, Grabs Ball Source: The Pensblog
Via our friends at Awful Announcing : NHL referee Chris Rooney's voice getting squeaky during a call in tonight's New York Islanders/Carolina Hurricanes game. He supplements it with a standard cup check. … Read the rest here

Penguins’ Rupp, Talbot continue work with Haitian orphanage Source: Post Gazette
Through the chill of winter, Penguins forwards Mike Rupp and Max Talbot never have stopped thinking of the children in tropical but troubled Haiti. … Go here to read the rest

Sick Shoes, Bro. Bizarre Clothing Trends Continue At Consol Source: The Pensblog
We have gotten a few e-mails detailing people spotting man boots known as “Buggs” at Pens games. By no means are we an authority on how to dress, but that doesn't mean we can't make fun of people … See the article here

PO-GGE. PO-GGE. WB/S PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
New villain to Wilkes-Barre fans worldwide, Charlotte goaltender Justin Pogge would get the start against John Curry. In the gameday preview, we suggested that all Pens fans in attedance start a “POGGE” chant right off of the opening face-off, to get inside of his head. The people came, listened, and executed. … Go here to read the rest

Women’s Hoops: Vulcans extend win streak over Slippery Rock, 68-45 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. (Jan. … Go here to read the rest

Jeffrey has big game in return to Baby Pens Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
With the Penguins on their all-star game break, Dustin Jeffrey made his way back to Wilkes Barre/Scranton on Wednesday and made his presence felt early in the Baby Pens 6-4 victory over the Charlotte Checkers on Wednesday night. Jeffrey scored a shorthanded goal 6:44 into the game and later added an even strength goal … Read the rest here

Pens are 5-to-1 shot to win the Cup Source: The Pensblog
Puck Daddy posted the adjusted Vegas odds that show the Penguins are 5-to-1, behind only Vancouver's 4.5-to-1. … Excerpt from

NHL: Sources: Goligoski is an “untouchable” as trade talks heat up league wide Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
As the February 28th trade deadline is fast approaching, a new name is among the Penguins list of untouchables, at least for this season. According to sources with knowledge of the Penguins thinking process, the team will not make Goligoski available under any circumstances in regards to the upcoming trade deadline. Although Goligoski is … View post

Mario Lemieux or Sidney Crosby: Best Pittsburgh Penguin Ever? Source: Bleacher Report
Sidney Crosby is one of the most popular players in the NHL today, and for good reason. He is leading the league in points at the All-Star break despite having missed the last eight games. The Pittsburgh Penguins have won a Stanley Cup title in his regime and lost the one before that. They are a legitimate contender again this season. Mario Lemieux led the Penguins to consecutive Cup wins in the mid-90s and was arguably the best player of his time. There is no shortage of comparisons to the Penguins that Lemieux led and the ones Crosby now leads. Evgeni Malkin is the equivalent of Jaromir Jagr —every superhero needs a sidekick, right? It is certainly too early to make this judgment given that Crosby is only 23 years old and in his sixth season, but who is the best Pittsburgh Penguin of all time? Throwing out this year so far for Crosby, here is an interesting comparison between two superstars through five seasons of play. Mario Lemieux was a rookie in 1984-85, and through five seasons he had played in a total of 368 games. Crosby through five seasons had played in 371 games. Super Mario had more points through five seasons (715) than did Crosby (506). For a team captain that is the key stat since these are the top scorers on their respective teams. However, if you look at the team records the Penguins only made the playoffs in one of Lemieux’s first five seasons, while Crosby’s Pens have been regulars in the postseason. Statistically, in just about all key categories, Super Mario trumps Sid the Kid through five seasons. Ultimately players will be judged on winning and not stats alone, however, and Crosby has hoisted Lord Stanley once in his first five seasons. Lemieux did not win the Cup until his seventh season in the NHL. I would attribute that to supporting cast and level of competition more than anything so—for now—I believe that Mario Lemieux is still the greatest Penguin of all time. But at 23, Sidney Crosby still has plenty of time to catch up. … See more here

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PensHead Daily Links 01-25-2011

Tuesday, January 25th, 2011

Havlat, Yandle added to NHL All-Star roster (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Martin Havlat of the Minnesota Wild and defenseman Keith Yandle of the Phoenix Coyotes are heading to the NHL All-Star game as injury replacements. … See more here

New Vegas odds favor Canucks, Penguins to win Stanley Cup (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
At the start of the 2010-11 season, we brought you the Bodog.com odds for the Stanley Cup, the conference… … Link


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Gameday 50 – Islanders Source: The Pensblog
7:00 pm CONSOL Energy Center TV: Fox Sports Pittsburgh (click that to add to the list) Atdhe.net Sportzkrieg J ustin.tv Veetle Myp2p Yahoo sports Know your enemy : Islanders Hockey Blog What they are saying about the Islanders : The New York Islanders fell to the New Jersey Devils in a Martin Luther King Jr day matinee at the Nassau Coliseum. While poor officiating did not help the Islanders case, a slow start and poor play did them in … The rest is here

Islanders, Nabokov situation getting ugly Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The New York Islanders this afternoon suspended goaltender Evgeni Nabokov who has refused to report to the team after being claimed by the Islanders. Nabokov signed a one year contract with the Detroit Red Wings last week but first had to clear waivers to join the Red Wings. The Islanders who own the third … Go here to read the rest

Islanders at Penguins – 01-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME l1wZ05sD6yw -Greetings from a gloomy and doomy day (in terms of weather at least) in: -Its in the mid to high 30s. Kind of drizzly. … Link

NHLPA beefs up staff with four new hires (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – The National Hockey League Players' Association has beefed up its office staff with four new hires, including former Jim Balsillie frontman Richard Rodier. … Excerpt from

What people are saying about Gretzky (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
Wayne Gretzky celebrates his 50th birthday on Wednesday. Here is an assortment of quotes from around the hockey world on the life and times of The Great One: … Read this article

Video: YMCA Autograph Session (1/24/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Members of the Penguins met their fans at Dicks’s Sporting Goods, to sign memorabilia and raise money for the Y.M.C.A. … Watch video here

Video: Game-Day: Coach Bylsma (1/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma talks to the media following the team’s morning practice. … To see video click here

Video: Game-Day: Kris Letang (1/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang talks to the media following the team’s morning practice. … Watch video here

Video: Inside Penguins Hockey Ep 14 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears & Katie O’Malley host. … See video here

Video: Inside Penguins Hockey Ep 13 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears & Katie O’Malley host. … To see video click here

Malkin, Enstrom latest All-Star Weekend scratches, Wild’s Havlat in (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Cross another two names off the NHL All-Star Game Fantasy Draft board: Forward Evgeni Malkin of the Pittsburgh… … Read this article

Tuesdays With Stoosh: 1.25 Source: The Pensblog
NBC kicked off its regular 2011 weekend coverage of the NHL this past Sunday with a Blackhawks-Flyers game. … Go here to read the rest

Bourne Blog: When it comes to intimidation, it’s hitters over fighters (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
In this current era of the professional hockey, it's far more intimidating to play a guy who can hit than… … See the rest here

Penguins forward Malkin to miss all-star game (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The NHL all-star game has lost another Pittsburgh Penguins star. … Continued here

Pechurskiy’s Back Source: The Pensblog
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins have signed goaltender Alex Pechurskiy to a professional tryout contract today. Earlier, we thought the Killeen demotion was a good sign for Brad Thiessen but we were wrong. John Curry will replace Thiessen in the AHL All-Star Game … Follow this link

Malkin to miss All-Star Game Source: Post Gazette
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma announced today that, as expected, forward Evgeni Malkin will miss the NHL All-Star Game this weekend in Raleigh, N.C. … Go here to read the rest

Offensive lineman Dan Jordan earns Football Gazette’s All-American honors Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
PITTSBURG, Kan. (Jan. 24) – For the second-straight season, California University of Pennsylvania senior offensive lineman Dan Jordan (Tionesta, Pa./Redbank Valley) earned Don Hansens Football Gazette Third-Team All-America honors, announced the organization on Monday. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Game-Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (1/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media following the team’s morning practice. … Video here

Video: Game-Day: Jordan Staal (1/24/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to the media following the team’s morning practice. … Watch video here

Video: Game-Day: Zbynek Michalek (1/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek talks to the media following the team’s morning practice. … Watch here

Penguins coach Bylsma: Malkin officially out of All-Star Game Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins have officially ruled star center Evgeni Malkin out of Sunday’s NHL All-Star Game, a move that has been expected for days. Coach Dan Bylsma announced that Malkin will miss tonight’s game against the New York Islanders and Sunday’s game in Raleigh. … The rest is here

Post-Morning Skate: Cooke to play tonight; Malkin won’t attend All-Star Game Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Notes *Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin will miss his 3rd straight game tonight and no real surprise here as head coach Dan Bylsma just announced in his media session that Malkin will not attend the All-Star game this weekend. Malkin who voted in by the fans, will get an extra week off … See the article here

NHL on pace to set all-time revenue record Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
From a financial standpoint, the National Hockey League says it hasn’t been better. The league expects a 5th straight year of revenue growth and revenues will be up 4-5% to almost $2.9 billion, according to Darren Rovell of CNBC. … More here

Game 50: Morning Skate Updates: Cooke not participating in skate Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
New York Islanders (15-25-7-37pts) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (30-15-4-64pts) PITTSBURGH — The Penguins final game before the All-Star break will be their third straight without star forwards Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. Crosby will miss his 9th straight due to a concussion and Malkin will be held out for one more game due to a … Read this article

Penguins Sign Goaltender Alexander Pechurskiy to PTO Source: penguins.nhl.com
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. – The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins have signed goaltender Alexander Pechurskiy (peh-CHUR-skee) to a professional tryout contract, it was announced on Tuesday. Pechurskiy, 20, appeared in 21 games with the Mississippi R… … More

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. NY Islanders Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kunitz and Letang skating, Cooke and Malkin not skating. … See more here

2010-11 Pens & Pins Charity Bowling Shirt Auction Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins Wives Association hosted their third annual Pens & Pins Charity Bowling Tournament for the benefit of Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater PA & Southern WV and once again, it was a huge success! ; Not only did the participants have a great time bowling with their 2010-11 Penguins team, but through their support, they also helped raise money to fulfill wishes of Make-A-Wish children in our local area. ; ; The tournament featured Penguins players serving as celebrity team captains for each competing bowling team. … Continued here

About the Islanders – 01-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Islanders. When and where: 7 p.m., Consol Energy Center. … See the article here

PENSBLOG GUARDIAN PROJECT: Mr. Pwned Source: The Pensblog
Upon taking a look at the NHL's Guardian Project , it's come to our attention that some of the characters didn't exactly embody their respective franchises. So, with the help of Stephen S … Visit link

PENSBLOG GUARDIAN PROJECT: The Incredible Bulk Source: The Pensblog
Upon taking a look at the NHL's Guardian Project , it's come to our attention that some of the characters didn't exactly embody their respective franchises. So, with the help of Stephen S. … Link

Empty Netter Assists – 01-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -It doesn’t sound like Sidney Crosby is going to be coming back any time soon . -Mike Rupp and Maxime Talbot were at Heinz Field Sunday … See the article here

Sidney Crosby speaks out again Source: Tribune-Review
Center Sidney Crosby spoke publicly Monday for the third time since he was concussed Jan. … View post

Pens’ Goligoski backs the Pack Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins defenseman Alex Goligoski is a big ol’ Cheesehead, and if that turns Pittsburghers against him over the next two weeks, so be it. … Excerpt from

Consistent obstacles may strengthen Pens Source: Tribune-Review
The six previous Pens squads with which Brooks Orpik broke training camp lacked something that has existed with this version. … Read more here

NHL Roundup: Sutter drives Carolina Source: Post Gazette
The Carolina Hurricanes have long since gotten over being wowed by rookie Jeff Skinner. Monday night, the 18-year-old scored his 18th goal of the season, the game-winner in Carolina’s 6-4 victory against the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs. He says he was fortunate the puck came to him. … Excerpt from

Crosby progressing slowly; return not set Source: Post Gazette
The symptoms are easing, Sidney Crosby said. They are not as frequent. Not as severe … Visit link

Penguins Notebook: All-Star break arrives at good time for players Source: Post Gazette
Some will catch the first plane they can to an island where the wind-chill factor is hovering near 85. Others will head to their hometowns, while a few plan to just hang around this area. But while the Penguins’ plans vary for the all-star break that begins Wednesday, their reaction to having time off seems to be universal: They like it. … Excerpt from

Alexander Ovechkin Dives, And It Is Embarrassing Source: The Pensblog
Big thanks to @kayla67 on twitter for this. The following .GIF will be inserted anytime a Washington Capitals fan calls Crosby a diver. Here is the link to the .GIF … Follow this link

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YMCA Junior Penguins Fundraiser a Win-Win Situation For Players and Fans Source: penguins.nhl.com
Monday evening was a win-win situation for Penguins players and fans alike. Nine players – Pascal Dupuis, Tyler Kennedy, Eric Godard, Arron Asham, Mike Comrie, Ben Lovejoy, Alex Goligoski, Mark Letestu and Chris Conner – signed autographs at three one-hour sessions to raise money for the YMCA Junior Penguins program presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods and Trib Total Media. Wristbands were presold for each session, which all took place at Dick’s Sporting Goods at the Mall in Robinson … See more here

Marc Savard diagnosed with another concussion; now what? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Boston Bruins issued a short, to-the-point statement tonight on what many had already assumed: That a hit to… … Read more

Penguins vs. Islanders Game Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
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PensHead Daily Links 12-25-2010

Saturday, December 25th, 2010

’24/7′ – Counting the curses – 12-25-10 Source: Empty Netters
Note: The following is a “play-by-play” account of this week’s episode of ’24/7: Penguins/Capitals Road to the NHL Winter Classic.” 2:02: After a brief review of the first episode and some opening credits, the show begins with the Penguins arriving in Philadelphia. Maxime Talbot, sporting some significant cosmetic damage over his right eye, talks about making the road t … … View post

HBO crew pushes deadline to include big events for Episode II Source: Tribune-Review
The only knock against the second episode of HBOs 24/7 Penguins-Capitals Road to the Winter Classic was that it didnt top Episode I. … Continue reading here

MERRY CHRISTMAS Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Merry Christmas to everyone, from Inside Pittsburgh Sports. We thank you for the continued support and hope everyone has a safe and great holiday. … See more here

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NHL crew well-versed in Winter Classic endeavor Source: Tribune-Review
Time is not on the side of NHL operations facilities manager Dan Craig, whose crew will begin work this week to transform Heinz Field from a football field into an ice rink. … Visit link

Bettman describes Penguins as ‘revered’ Source: Tribune-Review
Gary Bettman probably won’t hear many jeers or boos from Penguins fans when the puck drops New Year’s Day at the Winter Classic. … Read this article

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Winter Classic section coming Sunday, and holiday wishes for all. Source: Chipped Ice
Sorry for the infrequent posts this month. I’ve been working hard, long hours on a Winter Classic preview section that will appear in your Sunday Trib Total Media papers. There will be a lot of tasty treats, including a look at the unique Penguins-Steelers relationship. … Follow this link

Despres ranks as Penguins’ top prospect Source: Post Gazette
1 Simon Despres Age: 19. How acquired: First round, 2009 entry draft. Position: Defense. … See more here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-25-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -First and foremost, Merry Christmas from Santa Jagr: dFD2IMJLLSA -Dave Molinari’s annual list of the Penguins top 10 prospects (as chosen by Penguins’ brass). -Dmitry Chesnokov of Yahoo! chats with Evgeni Malkin (above). -The public rink at Heinz Field … Continue reading here

NHL Winter Classic: 10 Reasons To Watch Other Than Sidney Crosby Source: Bleacher Report
Following an epic battle between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals Thursday night, the 2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic carries with it many high expectations for another clash under the scope of a national audience. Based on the current progression of this season, Penguins captain Sidney Crosby probably holds the highest expectations because of his consistently dominant play since the start of the season … More here


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PensHead Daily Links 12-24-2010

Friday, December 24th, 2010

Fleury, Talbot Feel Fortunate for Second Chance to Play Outside Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury and Maxime Talbot watched from the sidelines when Pittsburgh played in the inaugural NHL Winter Classic at Ralph Wilson Stadium on Jan. 1, 2008, thanks to ankle injuries both had suffered the month before. So what did they do to stay warm while the snow piled up around them? … Read this article

Steelers Players Excited about Winter Classic Source: penguins.nhl.com
PITTSBURGH — He has zero hockey background — and at 6-foot-1 and 325 pounds, Steelers nose tackle Casey Hampton doesn’t exactly blend into a hockey crowd. Big deal. … Link

Steelers Exec’s Love for Pens is Four Decades Deep Source: penguins.nhl.com
PITTSBURGH — Kevin Colbert is hemming and hawing, and it has nothing to do with the state of the football team he has constructed in the Steel City. … More

Video: Bridgestone Winter Classic Time Lapse 12/24 Source: penguins.nhl.com
A time lapse high above Heinz Field in Pittsburgh capturing all the events of the 2011 Bridegestone Winter Classic. … Click here to view video

Puck Daddy chats with Penguins’ Evgeni Malkin about Ovechkin hit, HBO ’24/7′, the Winter Classic and the holidays (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Evgeni Malkin is playing his best hockey of the season for the Pittsburgh Penguins, with 10 points in his last… … More here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-24-10 Source: Empty Netters
(Note: We’re going to once again postpone our “play-by-play” recap of the second episode of “24/7″ for tomorrow. … View post

The NHL Winter Classic Webcam Source: Post Gazette
From atop Heinz Field, the site of the 2010-11 NHL Winter Classic. … See more here

Jersey Fouls Special: Attack of the Crosby/Green Frankenjerseys! (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Jersey Fouls is our ongoing exploration of the rules and etiquette for proper hockey jersey creation and… … Read this article

Heinz Field Camera – 12-24-10 Source: Empty Netters
If you want to watch the construction of the rink at Heinz Field, the NHL has been kind of enough to set up a camera to show off the entire process. … Read this article

RECAP: And To All A Good Night. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
Late in overtime, Big Number 8 stormed into the Pens' zone. Tension everywhere. One shot away from victory. But just inside the Pens' blue line stood Zbynek Michalek. … Read more here


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Fleury, Crosby lead Pens into holiday break with best record in the NHL Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Round 1 between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals went to Pittsburgh on Thursday night at the Verizon Center. In another up and down highly entertaining game, Marc Andre Fleury stole the show, making 32 saves and turning aside six Capitals shooters in leading Pittsburgh to a 3-2 shootout win. The game almost … Go here to read the rest

Mt. Lebanon product finds role on Team USA Source: Tribune-Review
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Penguins recall Jeffrey, Curry from Wilkes-Barre Source: Tribune-Review
With goalie Brent Johnson (groin) and right wing Arron Asham (undisclosed) injured, the Penguins recalled goalie John Curry and center Dustin Jeffrey from AHL affiliate Wilkes-Barre/Scranton before Thursday night’s game at Washington. … Read more

Fleury shines as Penguins beat Capitals in shootout Source: Tribune-Review
Left wing Pascal Dupuis scored in the seventh round of a shootout to boost the Penguins, 3-2, over the Capitals on Thursday night. … See more here

Penguins Notebook: Short holiday break will keep players in town Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON — The NHL’s collective bargaining agreement mandates that all team-related activities — everything from practices to medical treatments — be put on hold Dec. … More

NHL Roundup: Lemaire’s return fails to inspire New Jersey Source: Post Gazette
Jacques Lemaire now knows how John MacLean felt coaching the underachieving New Jersey Devils. Lemaire’s third stint behind the Devils’ bench got off to a very rough start Thursday night as Josh Bailey had two goals and an assist to lead the visiting New York Islanders to a 5-1 victory against the Devils. … Read this article

Fleury shines as no. 1 star Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON — Marc-Andre Fleury was named the No. 1 star of the Penguins’ 3-2 shootout victory against Washington at the Verizon Center Thursday night. Seemed only fair … See the rest here

Dupuis’ shootout goal leads Penguins over Caps 3-2 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins used their first game this season against the Washington Capitals to set some high expectations for the Winter Classic. Crosby extended his points streak to 23 games with a goal and an assist, and Pascal Dupuis scored the decisive goal in the seventh round of a shootout to give the Penguins a 3-2 victory Thursday night. … The rest is here

Crosby runs point streak to 23 in win (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
WASHINGTON – Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins used their first game this season against the Washington Capitals to set some high expectations for the Winter Classic. … See more here

Fleury’s Outstanding Play Carries Pens Source: penguins.nhl.com
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Chinese philosopher Confucius once said, “Be careful what you wish for. … Link

Aftermath: Penguins 3, Capitals 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Michelle Crechiolo ; ; ; … Read the rest here

Penguins defeat Capitals, 3-2 in overtime Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pascal Dupuis scored in the seventh round of a shootout to give the Penguins a 3-2 victory against Washington at the Verizon Center tonight. … See more here

Pens win, Crosby at 23 [Video of GW Goal ] Source: The Pensblog
Great game. Went the ultimate distance. Happy fuckin holidays … See the article here

Video: Matt Cooke’s 185-ft clearance leaves ice, sets up Caps goal (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
With the Pittsburgh Penguins holding a 1-0 lead against the Washington Capitals in the second period, Matt Cooke… … Read the rest here

Crosby extends points streak to 23 games Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Sidney Crosby has extended his points streak to 23 games, collecting his 29th goal of the season, just 3:21 into the game, give Pittsburgh a 1-0 lead over the Washington Capitals. Crosby scored on a beautiful redirection goal, just right after the Penguins killed off a 4-3 Capitals power play. Crosby now has the … Read this article

Penguins-Capitals In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
Fleury robs Green for the second time tonight, AND DUPUIS BEATS NEUVIRTH WITH A QUICK SNAP SHOT! The Penguins win in a shootout, 3-2! Perreault is stoned by Fleury. … Continue reading here

Video: Capitals vs. Penguins Shootout – 12/23 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Watch the entire shootout from the Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins from December 23, 2010. … Watch here

Video: Wild Flower Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury makes a sensational glove save on the line in overtime on Mike Green. … See video here

Video: Sid Strikes First Source: penguins.nhl.com
In the prelude to the Winter Classic, Sidney Crosby gets the Penguins on the board early extends his points streak to 23 games. … See video here

Video: Post-Game: Sidney Crosby (12/23/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks with reporters following tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … View video here

Video: Post-Game: Brooks Orpik (12/23/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks with reporters following tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … Video here

Video: Post-Game: Coach Bylsma (12/23/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma talks with reporters following tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … View video

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (12/23/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks with reporters following tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … View video

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PensHead Daily Links 12-17-2010

Friday, December 17th, 2010

Desperately seeking goalie: Coyotes nab student (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
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Penguins Spread Smiles, Holiday Cheer at Children’s Hospital Source: penguins.nhl.com
‘Tis the season for the Penguins to trade their helmets for Santa hats, which they did on Friday when they delivered Christmas presents and a dose of holiday cheer at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC. The Penguins players embodied the giving nature of the holidays by raising the funds to purchase all of the toys the children received on their annual visit, a tradition the team has upheld since the 1970s … Link

No live television for alumni game – 12-17-10 Source: Empty Netters
The alumni game between the Penguins and Capitals Dec. 31 at Heinz Field will not be televised live (PG+). The practices of the real teams later in the day will be broadcast live … Go here to read the rest

Penguins-Capitals alumni game sells out in minutes Source: Tribune-Review
All 10,000 tickets for the alumni game between the Penguins and Washington Capitals sold out this morning in 10 minutes. The game will be played at 9:30 a.m. Dec. … The rest is here

Skate times listed for Winter Classic ice rink Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins today announced the times that the public can skate at the Winter Classic ice rink outside Heinz Field. The rink will be open from Dec. 24 through Jan … Go here to read the rest

Video: 24/7 Pens/Caps: Episode 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
24/7 Penguins/Capitals: Road to the NHL Winter Classic airs every Wednesday leading up to the Winter Classic at 10 PM ET. (US & Canada Only) … See video here

Video: Off-Day: Sidney Crosby (12/17/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby after this morning’s practice at CONSOL Energy Center. … Video here

Video: Off-Day: Mark Letestu (12/17/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mark Letestu after this morning’s practice at CONSOL Energy Center. … Click here to view video

Video: Off-Day: Coach Bylsma (12/17/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma after this morning’s practice at CONSOL Energy Center. … View video here

@pghpenguins: Here's Brent Johnson's mask for the 2011 Bridgestone @NHL #WinterClassic! – http://twitpic.com/3gtw5t

@pghpenguins: Check out Marc-Andre Fleury's new mask for the 2011 Bridgestone @NHL #WinterClassic! – http://twitpic.com/3gtqg7

Penguins release Winter Classic public skating schedule Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins today released the schedule for public skating sessions at the rink that will be built next to Stage AE outside of Heinz Field. The rink is part of the celebration of the Winter Classic. … Visit link

Pens-Caps alumni game tickets sell out in minutes Source: Post Gazette
Tickets for the Dec. 31 alumni hockey game between former Penguins and former Washington Capitals sold out in about 10 minutes today. … More here

Bruce Boudreau Meets Christian Bale Source: The Pensblog
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Public Skating Sessions Start Dec. 24 at "Winter Classic Community Rink at Stage AE" Source: penguins.nhl.com
There will be public skating every day from Dec. 24 through Jan. 1 at the “Winter Classic Community Rink at Stage AE,” the Pittsburgh Penguins announced today. … See the rest here

Top 10 hockey stories of 2010 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
From Sidney Crosby’s Olympic magic to the Chicago Blackhawks’ long-awaited Stanley Cup, 2010 will go down as a year for the ages. … Link

Penguins Report: Practice 12/17/10 Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:35 AM: Visual evidence of the Pens’ practice: Michalek (left); Cooke (right) Bylsma and Reirden (left); Malkin (right) Granato (left); Adams (right) Orpik (left); Johnson (right) 11:30 AM: Chris Kunitz is not on the ice for Pittsburgh. He missed the past two games with an undisclosed injury. Maxime Talbot is also not skating for the Penguins. … Excerpt from

How a graduate student became Coyotes’ backup for a night (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
We've heard this story before. A team is in desperate need of a backup goaltender because a sudden injury or… … Link

You probably won’t see this on ’24/7′ – 12-17-10 Source: Empty Netters
We’re a few days late with this, but we wanted to save it until we ran into a day where there wasn’t anything else to write about. … View post

PODCAST: 12.17 – Rob Rossi Source: The Pensblog
79:37. Sometime in November, we put a feeler out to Rob Rossi, asking if he'd be down for a podcast. … Read the rest here

Boudreau gets earful from mom about HBO language Source: Tribune-Review
Washington Capitals coach Bruce Boudreau was caught cursing up a storm by HBO’s cameras – just like New York Jets coach Rex Ryan was. … Continued here

Rosters announced for Winter Classic alumni game Source: Tribune-Review
Five Hall of Famers will represent the Penguins in an alumni game against the Washington Capitals on Dec. 31 at the Heinz Field Winter Classic rink. … More here

Penguins struggling to beat East’s top teams at home Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins are just 2-6-1 at home against Eastern Conference teams that began Thursday in the top eight in the conference. … See more here

Penguins auction rakes in $100,000 Source: Tribune-Review
An online auction of Pittsburgh Penguins memorabilia and pieces of the Civic Arena was more lucrative than expected, organizers said Thursday. … View post

Penguins’ Orpik taking on new roles Source: Post Gazette
When the Penguins languished around or below .500 the first several weeks of the season, one of the team’s main go-to guys was defenseman Brooks Orpik. Not just because he is an alternate captain, a 30-year-old veteran, the longest-tenured player on the team and the biggest physical presence among the defensemen. … Continued here

Penguins Notebook: It’s a break — four days off between games Source: Post Gazette
For the first time this season, the Penguins have four days off between games. … View post

Bradford: Pens need to dump Murphy, again Source: TimesOnline.com
The solution is simple: The Penguins need to trade Larry Murphy again. Im not saying that anyone is taking the New Years Eve game between Penguins and Capitals alumni seriously. Im just saying that Washington needs to ice a more competitive team. … Read this article

Empty Netter Assists – 12-17-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Brooks Orpik (above) is adding a little offense to his game . -The Penguins are on a rare four-day break … Excerpt from

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PensHead Daily Links 11-17-2010

Wednesday, November 17th, 2010

Penguins Keep Pizza Delivery Tradition Alive Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins may be playing in a new building, but the traditions of the most fan-friendly team in professional sports – as ranked by ESPN the Magazine – also made the journey across the street. Five Penguins delivered pizza to hungry students who waited in line all day for Student Rush tickets to see the Penguins take on Vancouver Wednesday night. The students cheered when Matt Cooke, Pascal Dupuis, Deryk Engelland, Ben Lovejoy and Maxime Talbot walked out the door carrying dozens of pizza boxes as well as Sun Drop cola … Visit link

@pghpenguins: Pascal Dupuis & Deryk Engelland help pass out pizza to the @American_Eagle Student Rush line – http://twitpic.com/37q6jw

Wings’ Lidstrom flirts with perfection (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Like Wayne Gretzky before him, Nicklas Lidstrom sees a different game than everybody else. … More

Canucks at Penguins – 11-17-10 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME l1wZ05sD6yw -Greetings from cool, clear and somewhat pleasant Pittsburgh. It’s in high 40s and after a pretty windy night, things have calmed down considerably. We have a pretty nice mid-Fall day here. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins, Cal U help make remarkable difference in wounded Vet’s life Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
I just wanted to share a quick note on Pat McIlvain, a former California University of Pennsylvania hockey player who was seriously wounded in Afghanistan last May. Last Thursday, Cal U hosted a special Veterans Day hockey event at the Consol Energy Center in honor of Pat, in what was a great event … Continued here

@pghpenguins: Students lined up outside @CONSOLEnergyCenter for tonight's Special A.E. Student Rush Night! – http://twitpic.com/37q1bv

Penguins Game Day: Scouting Report on Canucks – Penguins Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins Game Day When: November 17 2010 | Where: Consol Energy Center PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS The Penguins line up against the streaking Vancouver Canucks in Pittsburgh Wednesday night. Both teams are coming off overtime losses Monday night, Vancouver dropping to the Buffalo Sabres, and Pittsburgh losing in maddening fashion to the New … Excerpt from

Gameday 20 – Canucks Source: The Pensblog
7:00 PM CONSOL Energy Center Know The Enemy: Benched Whale It’s blue jersey night. We’re already at game 20 … Go here to read the rest

Flyers’ Richards blasts ‘cocky’ Subban (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
BROSSARD, Que. – Rookie P.K. Subban's flamboyant style on the ice is starting to irk some NHL veterans. … Follow this link

Puck Headlines: No Iginla to the Kings; Red Wings fans outraged (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
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Post-Morning Skate: Bylsma says Canucks are a measuring stick for his team Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Notes *–The Pittsburgh Penguins are often a measuring stick for the opposition but tonight the Vancouver Canucks will be a measuring stick for a Penguins team that is still hanging around .500. “Absolutely”, head coach Dan Bylsma said calling the Canucks a top “Stanley Cup contender” … Go here to read the rest

Your Election Guide to 2011 NHL All-Star Game Write-In Campaigns (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Lisa Murkowski for Senate. … More

Penguins Team Report (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
At times this season, the Penguins have looked every bit the Stanley Cup contender they’re expected to be. For whatever reason, however, consistency has been a huge issue. The Penguins have endured many mental lapses that have ruined otherwise perfectly solid outings, and such was the case Monday against the Rangers … Link

Video: Game-Day: Coach Bylsma (11/17/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma before tonight’s game against the Vancover Canucks. … View video

Sidney Crosby set to renew rivalry with Canucks stars (The Vancouver Sun) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH The biggest goal of his life the biggest hockey goal in a lot of Canadian lives already seems a long time ago to Sidney Crosby. … Read this article

Video: Game-Day: Sidney Crosby (11/17/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby before tonight’s game against the Vancover Canucks. … See this video

Video: Game-Day: Chris Kunitz (11/17/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz before tonight’s game against the Vancover Canucks. … See this video

Video: Game-Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (11/17/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury before tonight’s game against the Vancover Canucks. … See video here

Video: Game-Day: Zbynek Michalek (11/17/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek before tonight’s game against the Vancover Canucks. … See this video
Pittsburgh Penguins: Could Inconsistent Play Be a Blessing in Disguise? Source: Bleacher Report
After a string of inconsistent games, the question of “What’s going on with the Pittsburgh Penguins lately?” has been asked with a concerned undertone, but few notice how this inconsistent play could be a blessing in disguise for the team this season. Fans and analysts have pointed fingers at possible reasons for this inconsistency problem, and they include not enough talent on the wings, poor coaching, poor performances from goalie Marc-Andre Fleury and a crippling power play. According to postgame and practice interviews from the players, it all comes down to a lack of execution … See the article here

Twenty Years Later – Kings 2, Penguins 1 – 11-17-10 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. … Follow this link

Pens Morning Skate Report: Conner getting extended look; Martin replaces Goligoski on PP Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Vancouver (10-4-3, 23 pts) @ Pittsburgh (9-8-2, 20 pts) Somewhat of a big measuring stick tonight for the Penguins who host the Vancouver Canucks. Vancouver sports some of the best numbers in the league to accompany that shining record. The Canucks are flying offensively, 5th overall in goals per game (3.2) and 2nd on … Read this article

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Vancouver Source: penguins.nhl.com
10:58 AM: __ 10:46 AM: The Pens are working on their power play. Looks like Paul Martin will get a chance with the top unit tonight. Martin worked with Letang at the points, with Kunitz Crosby and Malkin down low. … See more here

Faceoffs and shots aren’t enough for Pens Source: TimesOnline.com
PITTSBURGH If shots on goal and faceoffs won were any indication, the Penguins trounced the New York Rangers on Monday night. They didnt. The only statistical category that truly matters in hockey is goals … Read the rest here

Bradford: Pens’ players need to turn on power Source: TimesOnline.com
PITTSBURGH Among the great unsolved mysteries Big Foot and Amelia Earhart included the Penguins power play remains an enigma. There have been reported sightings, anecdotal evidence, but few concrete answers to indeed prove its existence. … More here

About the Canucks – 11-17-10 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Canucks. When and where: 7 p.m., Consol Energy Center. TV: FSN Pittsburgh, TSN, RDS … The rest is here

Flyers and Bieber, Damien Cox is a dick Source: The Pensblog
We saw this on Puck Daddy. We don’t know the story behind it. We don’t know who originally posted the picture. … View post

Hat tricks power Coyotes Source: Tribune-Review
Charged up by a hat trick-infused winning streak, the Phoenix Coyotes seem to have put their early-season struggles behind them and they want more, which was made evident by their teammate-crunching practice on the eve of a three-game road trip. … Visit link

Hamhuis trade was a shrewd move for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
The few days Dan Hamhuis belonged to the Penguins this past summer set the course for Ray Shero’s big-splash July 1. … The rest is here

Empty Netter Assists – 11-17-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dan Bylsma ( above ) is definitely a glass is half full kind of guy . -Sidney Crosby? He’s kind of good at playing hockey … See the article here

Podcast 11.17 Source: The Pensblog
We talk about the Rangers game and look ahead to the Canucks. Zo from Puck Huffers takes a look around the NHL and Hooks Orpik from Pensburgh joins us as well. He does a Sidney Crosby impression. … Follow this link

Penguins Notebook: Byslma sees positives in loss Source: Post Gazette
The outcome, he hated. The way his team let the game get away, well, Penguins coach Dan Bylsma didn’t care much for that, either. … See the article here

Penguins’ penalty killing provides big boost Source: Post Gazette
It is the Penguins’ other special-teams unit. The one that hasn’t inspired caustic headlines and countless one-liners … See the article here

10% Discount On Pens Tickets Listed On Our Facebook Page Source: The Pensblog
Till the end of the week TiqIQ is having a promotion for any Penguin tickets you buy with the TiqIQ logo next to them on our facebook page . … Link

Penguins vs. Canucks Game Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
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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

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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 CONSOLed: Pittsburgh Penguins Look Forward to Home-Heavy November Bleacher Report After losing their first three games at the infantile CONSOL Energy Center, the Pittsburgh Penguins could be excused for wanting to get away from their new … Comeback Win Helps Penguins Finish Tough Stretch On Positive Note NHL.com Letestu scores only SO goal, Penguins rally from 2-goal deficit to beat Coyotes The Canadian Press Pens Come Home on Winning Note Pens Labyrinth The Epoch Times – Phoenix New Times (blog) – AZ Central.com all 235 news articles … See the article here

They Shall Be CONSOLed: Pittsburgh Penguins Look Forward to Home-Heavy November Source: Bleacher Report
After losing their first three games at the infantile CONSOL Energy Center, the Pittsburgh Penguins could be excused for wanting to get away from their new home. But now, in the wake of seven of eight games on the road and with their momentum flagging (7-7-1), there should be some relief in the dressing room with the schedule tilting back to home ice. Mark Letestu’s shootout winner Saturday night in Phoenix locked up a 4-3 win and gave the Penguins a 2-2-0 record on a four game road trip, and a 5-3-1 road record overall. … Link

Ducks beat Crosby, Penguins 3-2 – Fox News Source: Google News Search
Seattle Post Intelligencer Ducks beat Crosby, Penguins 3-2 Fox News The goal ended Pittsburgh's 0-for-29 drought on the power play going back to Crosby's goal Oct. 18 against Ottawa … More here

Pittsburgh Penguins Jordan Staal breaks hand – Gather.com Source: Google News Search
CBC.ca Pittsburgh Penguins Jordan Staal breaks hand Gather.com The Pittsburgh Penguins organization suffered a huge blow on Monday when forward Jordan Staal suffered a broken hand during practice. … Read more

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PensHead Daily Links 11-06-2010

Saturday, November 6th, 2010

Game #13 – Coyotes/Penguins – Michalek returns to Phoenix….along with someone … – Fanster.com Source: Google News Search
Kansas City Star Game #13 Coyotes/ Penguins Michalek returns to Phoenix.along with someone … Fanster.com What is the Penguins defensive identity … See more here

Gameday 15 – Coyotes Source: The Pensblog
9:00 PM Jobing.com Arena The good old Jobing.com Arena. … Read more here

Michalek Looks Forward To Phoenix Homecoming – NHL.com Source: Google News Search
Michalek Looks Forward To Phoenix Homecoming NHL.com PHOENIX When the Pittsburgh Penguins hit the ice for practice this past Monday morning at the team's Iceoplex at Southpointe practice … … Read this article

Michalek Looks Forward To Phoenix Homecoming Source: penguins.nhl.com
PHOENIX – When the Pittsburgh Penguins hit the ice for practice this past Monday morning at the team’s Iceoplex at Southpointe practice facility, there was a positive vibe filling the air as everybody anticipated the returns of forward Jordan Staal and defenseman Zbynek Michalek on the three-game West Coast swing the team is currently enjoying. … See the article here

Is Penguins Forward Evgeni Malkin Worth His Contract? – Suite101.com Source: Google News Search
Is Penguins Forward Evgeni Malkin Worth His Contract? Suite101.com The Pittsburgh Penguins lost their third game in a row on November 5th, 2010 to the Anaheim Ducks. They are struggling right now, and one of the reasons is … … Read more here

Scouting Penguins @ Coyotes: Inside the Numbers Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins Game Day When: November 6 2010 | Where: Jobing.com Arena PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS PHOENIX COYOTES The Pens face the Phoenix Coyotes in the last of a three-game Western Conference road swing. Pittsburgh has lost five of six and fallen below .500 for the first time since the 2008-09 season. … Read this article

LINK CITY: Security issues for Winter Classic, BackTeching podcast Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh city police officers are talking about boycotting the Winter Classic. … See more here

Penguins lack of structure at the forefront of their issues Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Is It Time to Worry? … Continued here

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Twenty Years Later – Penguins 6, Flames 5 – 11-06-10 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. … See more here

RECAP: All The Skies Are Gray. PENS LOSE Source: The Pensblog
The Pens put themselves in a huge hole against a mediocre team and almost dug themselves out. The third period was a great example of what the Pens can be, but against the Ducks it really isn’t all that impressive. Other than a three-goal burst, the Ducks really didn’t do much. Then again, it was a three-goal burst. Hiller outplayed MAF, but it would certainly be a mistake to place the blame from this loss at the feeet of Marc-Andre Fleury. The offense is coming close to that “Maybe we should be worried” stage, and the defense wasn’t good during the 3-0 run by the Ducks … More

Pittsburgh Penguins (6-7-1) at Phoenix Coyotes (4-5-3), 9 pm – MiamiHerald.com Source: Google News Search
Bay News 9 Pittsburgh Penguins (6-7-1) at Phoenix Coyotes (4-5-3), 9 pm MiamiHerald.com By Sports Network The Penguins ' power-play drought may be over, but their recent struggles on the ice are not. Pittsburgh will try to avoid a third straight … Penguins -Coyotes Preview CBSSports.com CROSBY CAN'T DOWN DUCKS Sportinglife.com 2010 Compuware NHL Premiere Series Philadelphia Flyers win 3-2 against the .. … See the rest here

About the Coyotes – 11-06-10 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Coyotes. When and where: 9 p.m., Jobing.com Arena. TV: FSN Pittsburgh, FSN Arizona. … Follow this link

Video: Post-Game: Sidney Crosby (11/05/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby following the Pens loss to the Ducks, 3-2. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Dan Bylsma (11/05/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma following the Pens loss to the Ducks, 3-2. … See this video

Video: Post-Game: Evgeni Malkin (11/05/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin following the Pens loss to the Ducks, 3-2. … Watch video here

Video: Post-Game: Mike Rupp (11/05/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mike Rupp following the Pens loss to the Ducks, 3-2. … Watch video here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (11/05/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre following the Pens loss to the Ducks, 3-2. …