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PensHead Daily Links 01-10-2012

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Twenty Years Later – Flames 7, Penguins 5 – 01-10-12 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2011-12 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1991-92 season which led to the second … … Follow this link

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

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

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

“Penguins Charity Auction on ROOT SPORTS” To Be Held Friday, Jan. 20 vs. Montreal Source: penguins.nhl.com
A chance to skate with Mario Lemieux, to be an NHL “Photographer for A Game” or to make your own Penguins commercial for ROOT SPORTS are among the silent auction items up for bid in the “Penguins Charity Auction on ROOT SPO… … Read more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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PensHead Daily Links 01-03-2012

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

Leafs send Caputi to Ducks for Deschamps (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – The Toronto Maple Leafs sent forward Luca Caputi to the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday for forward Nicolas Deschamps. … Link

REPORT: Crosby Camp responsible for Rossi ousting [ UPDATED ] Source: The Pensblog
According to multiple sources, Rob Rossi is no longer the Pittsburgh Penguins beat reporter at the Trib . This may be stemming from an controversial radio appearance on WXDX this summer. During said radio appearance, Mark Madden and Rob Rossi are believed to have called out Sidney Crosby … More

Malkin Reclaiming Elite Form Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguins head coach Michel Therrien once pulled aside his gifted center Evgeni Malkin and pointed to a chart of the NHL’s leading scorers. “Your name needs to be up there,” he told the young Russian player. Malkin … … Read the rest here

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Video: Children’s Charity Luncheon (1/3/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins hosted families from Make a Wish, the Children’s Institute, and the Children’s Home for a fun-filled day of food and hockey. … To see video click here

Your first Crosby rumor of 2012 Source: The Pensblog
These tweets constitute as the first Crosby rumors of 2012, only if you don't include your dad telling you at a New Year's get-together that “Crosby's done.” … More here

Does Paul Chryst have sights set on adding Tom Bradley as Pitt’s defensive coordinator? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Is really a chance that current Penn State interim football coach Tom Bradley will end up at Pitt? … See the article here

Leafs players want in on Winter Classic (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – Nazem Kadri is ready to start the campaign: The Toronto Maple Leafs want in on the Winter Classic. … Excerpt from

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Pens Host Special Guests at Charity Practice & Luncheon Source: penguins.nhl.com
There were some very special guests in the stands for Penguins practice at CONSOL Energy Center on Tuesday. The team treated children from several different local charities to a front row seat to the Penguins’ skate, as well as a meet-and… … Follow this link

STATS: January could be Judgement Month for the Pittsburgh Penguins Source: The Pensblog
January's schedule ain't no joke. The Pens play 12 times this month and by the end of the month we should get a clearer picture on where they stand. The combined record for teams the Pens are playing this month: 188-149-46 Tampa Bay and Carolina are the only two losing teams the Pens will face this month. The fact that they are still without Crosby and Letang heighten concerns of a possible slump city month. … More

Double shot – 01-03-12 Source: Empty Netters
James Neal and Evgeni Malkin are currently No. 1 and 2 in the NHL in shots on goal. Should they maintain their respective paces, they would be the first pair of teammates to lead the NHL in shots in nearly 20 years. … View post

Video: Pet Supply Collection Source: penguins.nhl.com
Fans can provide a valuable assist to the Animal Rescue League on Tuesday, January 31. … View video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (1/3/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after practice at the CONSOL Energy Center. … Watch video here

Latest Pens Buzz: Neal talks still on backburner and likelyhood of prolonged, tough negotiations exist Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Neal talks still on the backburner for now 24 year old James Neal has emerged as the one of the premier goal scorers in the NHL, just at the perfect time as Neal is a restricted free agent at seasons end. … Continued here

After three straight games of cheap shots, Raffi Torres is finally suspended Source: The Pensblog
Gee someone finally woke Shanny up from his holiday coma: Good explanation from Puck Daddy's Harrison Mooney on this: Frankly, this seemed, to me, to be the friendliest of his three bad hits, but he was on borrowed time anyway. He can't possibly react too strongly to this decision — unless that reaction involves changing his game … Link

After Detroit in 2013, where will the Winter Classic go next? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Until you’re actually on-site for one of these outdoor games, you really can’t conceive of the dollar amounts the NHL is printing every January. The crowds are enormous. … Read this article

Penguins Report: 1/3/12 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Asham & Dupuis not practicing (11:25 AM). Vote Neal an All-Star (10:30 AM) … See more here

Nothing really going on Source: The Pensblog
Boring times. No news on Crosby or Letang … More here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-03-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Matt Cooke and Marc-Andre Fleury. BFFs … Continued here

Flyers’ Jaromir Jagr re-injures leg in Classic (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Philadelphia Flyers went down 3-2 to the New York Rangers Monday in the annual Winter Classic and had to play most of the game without veteran right winger Jaromir Jagr, who re-aggravated a leg injury early in the second Continue reading … More

Last-place Canadiens fight during practice Source: Tribune-Review
The last-place Montreal Canadiens rang in the New Year with a fight when teammates P.K. Subban and Tomas Plekanec exchanged punches during practice. … Link

Rangers rally to beat Flyers in Winter Classic Source: Tribune-Review
Former Penguins player Mike Rupp scored twice, as New York won for the third time this season against Philadelphia. … Read more

Defenseman Martin on way back with Pens Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins’ decision to send defenseman Simon Despres back to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton was a pretty good indication that injured defenseman Paul Martin would be ready to play soon. … More here

Penguins finding fighting to be on the wane Source: Tribune-Review
Among the league leaders in fighting majors last season, the Pens aren’t engaging in many these days. They’re not alone. … The rest is here

Fleury enjoys shots from Cooke Source: Post Gazette
Matt Cooke lined up a juicy slap shot during Penguins practice Monday, let it fly, and was puzzled when it sailed past Marc-Andre Fleury as the goaltender stayed upright on his skates instead of sinking into a butterfly. “Are you too lazy to go down?” Cooke chastised Fleury … More

Winter Classic: Lundqvist has Classic moment Source: Post Gazette
PHILADELPHIA — Alone in the cold, it was up to Henrik Lundqvist to preserve a Classic comeback. His signature moment came with 19.6 seconds left after New York defenseman Ryan McDonagh was whistled for covering the puck in the crease. … Read more here

Penguins Notebook: Injured players could add needed depth Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins practiced with just 19 players Monday at Consol Energy Center. Reinforcements before their next game, Friday when the New York Rangers visit, could come from the injury list. Defenseman Paul Martin returned to practice for the first time since he was hurt Dec … See more here

NHL Roundup: Alfredsson leads Senators past Devils Source: Post Gazette
Daniel Alfredsson scored his 401st goal on a power play four minutes into overtime to give the Ottawa Senators a 3-2 win against the visiting New Jersey Devils Monday night. Alfredsson, who scored his 400th in overtime Friday against Calgary, beat Martin Brodeur with 59.4 seconds left in the extra period after David Clarkson was called for hooking 2:58 into overtime. … More

Stunned Pic Of The Night 1.2.12 Source: The Pensblog
The three bros from Philly stunned pic . … Continue reading here

Rangers, Flyers deliver Winter Classic spectacle (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The annual outdoor game was another NHL success, with the intense action on the ice backdropped by a peaceful snowfall and 50,000 screaming fans. … The rest is here

Mike Rupp: Winter Classic veteran, unlikely hero for Rangers (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
PHILADELPHIA Michael Rupp was seated in the New York Rangers’ dressing room, located a few steps from the visitor’s dugout in Citizens Bank Park. The black, beat-up dress hat that’s given to an honored player after each Rangers victory Continue reading … More

Video: Great Moments in Penguins History (1/3/2012) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Bob Grove takes us back to New Year’s Eve in 1988, when Mario scored 5 goals in a game for the first time, and scored every way possible in a game. … To see video click here

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PensHead Daily Links 07-07-2011

Thursday, July 7th, 2011

Sidney Crosby donation boosts kids’ hospital (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
HALIFAX – A donation from Sidney Crosby has helped Nova Scotia’s largest children’s hospital expand and renovate a lounge used by teen patients. … More here

Hockey in “July” begins on Friday Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The ice is back at CONSOL Energy Center — for what the Pittsburgh Penguins are calling Hockey in July. Hockey in July is a full week of youth-oriented activities including games and instructional clinics created by the Penguins to coincide with the teams annual prospects camp. The youth hockey events begin Friday, July … See more here

"Hockey In July" Begins With Youth Tournament Friday and Saturday at CONSOL Energy Center Source: penguins.nhl.com
The ice is back at CONSOL Energy Center — for what the Pittsburgh Penguins are calling “Hockey in July.” “Hockey in July” is a full week of youth-oriented activities – including games and instructional clini… … View post

Good or Bad? Pens looking to become more of a finesse team Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins becoming more of a finesse team? It has been a quiet off-season for the Penguins since the Jaromir Jagr saga ended on July 1 and it will remain that way. The team has around $2.9 million in cap space but the Penguins are comfortable with their roster. … Visit link

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

IDEA to Induct Pens’ Rod Murray Into the Hall of Fame Source: penguins.nhl.com
Las Cruces, New Mexico – The Information and Entertainment Association (IDEA) will induct Rod Murray of the Pittsburgh Penguins into the IDEA Hall of Fame. A formal induction ceremony will take place at the 2011 IDEA Conference to be h… … Read this article

KHL and NHL have signed The Memorandum of Understanding Agreement Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Today KHL and NHL signed the Memorandum of Understanding the agreement, which confirms mutual respect of the two leagues for professional contracts of their players, obliges both parties to regularly perform a number of procedures aimed to avoid conflict situations during transfers of players from one league to another. The Memorandum was signed by … Read the rest here

NFL: Bucs, Eagles & Texans to chase Ike Taylor Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Taylor at the top of Tampa Bay’s wishlist? When free agency gets underway, Ike Taylor remains one of the wildcards at the cornerback position. There is said to be mixed opinions on where his value is around the league but three teams expected to pursue him heavily are the Philadelphia Eagles, Houston Texans and Tampa … Read this article

$2.9M contract awarded for demolition of Civic Arena Source: Tribune-Review
The contract, which went to Noralco Corp. of Penn Hills, went forward despite a federal lawsuit filed Wednesday against the SEA and other city and federal agencies by Preservation Pittsburgh seeking to stop the demolition. … Read more here

Conner signs with Red Wings – 07-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
It’s not quite Marian Hossa, but another former Penguin has gone to Detroit. Forward Chris Conner has signed a one-year contract with the Red Wings. … See the rest here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Is Evgeni Malkin Better off at Center or Wing? Source: Bleacher Report
A few days back I published an article where I discussed the reasons that I think Evgeni Malkin, not Sidney Crosby , will be the key to the Pittsburgh Penguins 2011-12 season. This was not meant as a slight to Crosby … Read more

Video: PNC Legendary Moment: Lemieux 5 Goals 5 Ways Source: penguins.nhl.com
A look back at Mario Lemieux’s 5 Goals he scored in one game, 5 different ways. … To see video click here

Can they close the deal? NFL and Players said to be closing in on new CBA deal Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The NFL and Players are said to be putting on the finishing touches this week on a new CBA agreement. Can they close the deal … Continue reading here

Red Wings sign Chris Conner to a one year deal Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
27 year old winger Chris Conner has signed a one year deal with the Detroit Red Wings. Conner established himself as a regular with the Penguins this past season but was seeking a one-way contract from Pittsburgh, something the Penguins had no interest in. … Read more here

Crosby Foundation Supports Teen Lounge Source: penguins.nhl.com
Thanks to Sidney Crosby and his foundation, there is a newly redeveloped teen lounge for patients at the IWK Health Center in Halifax, Nova Scotia, near his hometown of Cole Harbour. The Pittsburgh Penguins’ star spent some time the… … Link

‘Perfect storm’ sparks NHL summer spending spree (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
On June 1, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman held his state-of-the-league news conference at the Stanley Cup Final. … Read more

Will Lamoriello continue Habs fetish with Michel Therrien? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
On Wednesday, the buzz was that former Montreal Canadiens coach Guy Carbonneau might become the next coach of the New Jersey Devils, who remain the only NHL team without one for next season. He stepped down as coach of the Continue reading … Link

91 Days….. Source: The Pensblog
Via @realjasonstru … See the rest here

Empty Netter Assists – 07-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Evgeni Malkin (above) cares not for your Virginia Slims ladies . -Today’s “The-Civic-Arena-Situation-is-Still-a-Mess” story involves a lawsuit ! … The rest is here

Post-Game: Morton’s inability to “mix things up” catches up to him in 8-2 loss Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Houston 8 – Pittsburgh 2 W: Bud Norris (5-6) L: Charlie Morton (7-5) Post-Game Wrapup Morton relies heavily on one pitch in loss Charlie Morton (8H – 5R – 6SO – 1BB) limited the Houston Astros to three hits and no runs through the first five innings but his inability to “mix things up” caught … See the article here

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PensHead Daily Links 05-20-2011

Friday, May 20th, 2011

RIP Macho Man Randy Savage Source: The Pensblog
According to TMZ, Macho Man Randy Savage has died in a car accident . TMZ spoke with Randy's brother, Lanny Poffo, who tells us the wrestling legend suffered a heart attack while he was behind the wheel around 10 AM .. … View post

Pittsburgh Penguins: 8 Things That Must Change Next Season Source: Bleacher Report
Last week, I compiled a list of eight things Pittsburgh Penguins have to look forward to next season in light of their quick exit from the 2011 NHL Playoffs. But with the good comes the bad. One thing every early playoff exit does well is highlight problem areas that need to be addressed before the start of the season. … Visit link

Season Review: Tyler Kennedy Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share With Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin sidelined with injuries, the Penguins were looking for someone to step up and fill the void. … Continue reading here

Sharks seek composure in Game 3 against Canucks Source: Tribune-Review
From captain Joe Thornton challenging Ryan Kesler to a fight before the opening faceoff of Game 1 to enforcer Ben Eager’s parade to the penalty box late in Game 2, the Sharks have been on the wrong side of the aggression line too often and find themselves down, 2-0. … More

Thomas guides Bruins to 2-1 lead Source: Tribune-Review
Tim Thomas made 31 saves to lead Boston to a 2-0 victory in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals Thursday night. … Read more

Empty Netter Assists – 05-20-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -What can Tyler Kennedy command as a restricted free agent ? (PG+) -Former Penguins coach Michel Therrien (right) has interviewed with Wild general manager Cliff Fletcher … Read this article

2011 NHL Free Agency: More Questions Than Answers for Pittsburgh Penguins Source: Bleacher Report
As the Pittsburgh Penguins try to build for another run at the Stanley Cup, they’ll be met with uncertainty in a number of key areas. General Manager Ray Shero has more than a few roster spots to fill before the beginning of training camp … See the rest here

Plenty of Good Winnipeg Domains Available Source: The Pensblog
Word is the Thrashers could be on their way to Winnipeg. [ winnipegfreepress ] Get your domains here: … Visit link

Video: Season Review: Tyler Kennedy (5/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
A look back at all the on ice accomplishments of Tyler Kennedy. … To see video click here

Thursday’s Daily Five: Kennedy forcing his way out of Pittsburgh would be a mistake Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Daily Five 1. At age 24 and coming off a 21 goal season and establishing himself as a top-9 forward for the past couple seasons, Tyler Kennedy and his camp are right to be seeking $2 million or more annually on a new contract. However, Kennedy’s agent Steve Bartlett is one of the best … Link

Thomas gets shutout, Seguin scores in Bruins??? win Source: Post Gazette
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Sharks try to regain composure in conference final Source: Post Gazette
SAN JOSE, Calif. — The San Jose Sharks lost more than the first two games in the Western Conference final during a lost trip to Vancouver … Read the rest here

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PensHead Daily Links 04-23-2011

Saturday, April 23rd, 2011


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Lightning convincingly stay alive, beat Pens 8-2 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Tampa Bay Lightning coach Guy Boucher was convinced it was just a matter of time before Steven Stamkos became a dynamic offensive force in the NHL playoffs. … View post

Lightning thumps Penguins, 8-2; series moves to Tampa Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins got drummed by Tampa Bay, 8-2, in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series with the Lightning today at Consol Energy Center. … Follow this link

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 3, Capitals 1 – 04-23-11 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 … … More here

Pittsburgh-Area Prospects Lead USA to Victory Over Canada in World Under-18 Tournament Source: penguins.nhl.com
Moon native J.T. … See the article here

Aftermath: Lightning 8, Penguins 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Penguins implode at first sign of trouble in 8-2 loss Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Game Wrapup The Pittsburgh Penguins got off to the type of start they wanted, taking an early edge in zone play but at the first sign of trouble, the Penguins imploded on home ice for the second time in the series. … Read the rest here

AHL Playoff Gameday – Round One, Game Six – Admirals Source: The Pensblog
Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza – 7:05 PM NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: AHLLive.com 102.3 The Mountain Penguins lead series 3-2. Team Notes: The Penguins have a shot to close out the opening round series on home ice … Go here to read the rest

Video: Post-Game: Jordan Staal (4/23/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal speaks with the media following Saturday’s game. … To see video click here

Video: Post-Game: Mike Rupp (4/23/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mike Rupp speaks with the media following Saturday’s game. … Video here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (4/23/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury speaks with the media following Saturday’s game. … See video here

Video: Post-Game: Paul Martin (4/23/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Paul Martin speaks with the media following Saturday’s game. … See this video

Video: Post-Game: Coach Bylsma (4/23/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma speaks with the media following Saturday’s game. … Watch here

Video: Game in a Flash: TBL-PIT (GM 5) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Watch the best highlights from Game 5 between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Pittsburgh Penguins. … View video

Bolts take 5-0 lead after second period Source: Tribune-Review
The second period began much like the first ended with the Penguins unable to score on the power play, and the Lightning taking advantage with two quick strikes against Fleury. … Visit link

Stay the course. Pens lose 8-2. Source: The Pensblog
If Game Four was on Monday night, and the Lightning had done this in Games One, Two, and Three, then there would be cause for concern. Anyone who's lived through more than one playoff run knows the final score of this game is meaningless. It's a loss, and the Pens are still up 3-2 in the series. … Visit link

THIRD PERIOD: LIGHTNING/PENS, 5-0 Tampa. Source: The Pensblog
As bad as it feels right now, everyone is going to have a day to pull it together for Monday. The playoffs are like being at Kennywood. Today is like the time the Whip collapsed … View post

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SECOND PERIOD THREAD: LIGHTNING/PENS, Unlimited chances but Pens trail 2-0 Source: The Pensblog
Pens had unlimited chances in the first period. They hit a post, missed a wide open net, etc. Tampa Bay didn't do a damn thing in the first period for about 16 minutes … Visit link

@pghpenguins: Congrats to today's winners of the @GNCLiveWell Two Man Advantage – Won tickets the game inside! – http://twitpic.com/4oi4g6

2011 NHL Playoffs Live Blog: Tampa Bay Lightning vs Pittsburgh Penguins Game 5 Source: Bleacher Report
Good afternoon, NHL fans! I know it’s very early for a hockey game, but we have an exciting afternoon ahead of us as the Pittsburgh Penguins host the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals. Pittsburgh is currently leading the series three games to one and can eliminate Tampa Bay with a win at Consol Energy Center today. Meanwhile, the Lightning will be looking to hold off elimination and bring Game 6 back to Tampa. … The rest is here

Malkin Starts Skating Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share Evgeni Malkin is back on the ice. The Penguins star center has been doing some light skating sessions – about 20 to 30 minutes – the past few days at Southpointe, beginning on Thursday. … See the article here

Video: We Are One – Game 5 Intro (4/23/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins ‘We Are One’ intro to start Game 5 against the Lightning in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs … Watch video here

Video: Evgeni Malkin Skates (4/23/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin took the ice for a light skate at Southpointe. … To see video click here

Video: Pens Break Through Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mike Rupp stashes home a rebound to put Pittsburgh on the board. … To see video click here

Video: Conner Connects Source: penguins.nhl.com
Nice stick work from Chris Conner is rewarded moments later when Max Talbot hits him for Conner’s first career playoff goal. … Video here

Game 5: Lightning @ Penguins Game Notes Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Game 5 Pre-Game Notes — The Penguins look to close out the series this afternoon against the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinals . Start time is 12:00 p.m.; TV: ROOT SPORTS and VERSUS Network; Radio: 105.9 the X. … The rest is here

FIRST PERIOD: LIGHTNING/PENS, Finish them. [ online feeds here ] Source: The Pensblog
“You look like you are going to a funeral.” ” Maybe I am.” If you are looking for an online feed looks like one is live here . If you have any to share please do so in cblog city. Go Pens … More

Fleury’s career numbers in Game 5′s Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Goaltender Marc Andre Fleury comes into today’s game with a 5-4 career record in Game 5s to go along with a 2.32 goals against average and .915 save percentage. Fleury is 3-2 all-time at home in Game 5. … The rest is here

Audio: Bylsma talks Game 5, Lineup, 12:00 p.m. start & More Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Bylsma Pre-Game Media Session Here are some highlights from Bylsma’s pre game media session this morning….. — A hot topic at least from the media has been the 12:00 p.m. start tme. … Excerpt from

Playoff Gameday – Round One, Game Five – Lightning Source: The Pensblog
CONSOL Energy 12:00PM TV: ROOT Sports, CBC, Versus Penguins Lead Series 3-1. Team Notes: Kunitz will be back. The Penguins haven't been great at closing series at home recently … View post

Pens-Bolts Game 5: In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
10:51 AM: It’s about that time – Quote of the Day Time! I’ve used a quote from Pascal Dupuis for Games 3 and 4, and coincidentally, we won both. … More

Lightning at Penguins – Game 5 – 04-23-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAMElv2Z7FQfXKE -Greetings from: -It’s a warm, somewhat muggy day in Pittsburgh. It’s been raining on and off for about 24 hours. … The rest is here

Penguins Highlight Students’ Enthusiasm and Artwork with Annual "Students for Stanley" Banner Contest Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins hosted a “Students for Stanley” banner contest for students throughout Allegheny County and the City of Pittsburgh as the team began its quest for the Stanley Cup. … … Excerpt from

Pride, a shot at the Cup, and many jobs now on the line (The Vancouver Sun) Source: Yahoo Sports
The list of questions the Vancouver Canucks can avoid having to answer – if they manage to pull their heads out of their nether regions and find their game again in time to save a memorable season – is long and invasive. … Read more

NHL Roundup: Buffalo takes 3-2 lead over Flyers Source: Post Gazette
The Philadelphia Flyers had the stirring comeback, but the Buffalo Sabres will take the win and a shot at clinching the playoff series Sunday at home. … View post

For the Penguins, winning a playoff series at home is elusive Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have accomplished an awful lot in Dan Bylsma’s two-plus years as coach. They have won a Stanley Cup, of course, and put up the second-highest point total in franchise history. But there also are things they haven’t done since Bylsma replaced Michel Therrien. … Follow this link

Penguins Notebook: Fleury gets no love from voters for Vezina Source: Post Gazette
Goalie Marc-Andre Fleury was chosen as the Penguins’ most valuable player this season, and rightly so. He was the primary reason they made a serious run at first place in the Eastern Conference, and why they finished with the second-highest point total in franchise history despite losing 350 man-games to injury. … Read more here

Ron Cook: No Penguins forward is producing like Maximum Mike Rupp Source: Post Gazette
Penguins forward Mike Rupp should be ashamed of himself. Arron Asham is on his line. … Link

Capitals wary of another collapse Source: Tribune-Review
Game 5 was when it started to fall apart for the Washington Capitals last year. They came out sleepwalking and were down, 2-0, before the first period was 10 minutes old the start of another playoff collapse. … More here

In OT, Ennis gives Sabres 3-2 edge Source: Tribune-Review
Tyler Ennis scored off a rebound 5:31 into overtime Friday night to give the Buffalo Sabres a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers and a 3-2 lead in their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series. … The rest is here

NHL pleased with concussion protocol Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL’s new protocol to evaluate players who potentially have suffered a concussion is hardly perfect, but the league is pleased in the early stages. … See the rest here

Odds stacked against Tampa Source: Tribune-Review
When James Neal’s wide-angle shot eluded Dwayne Roloson late Wednesday, instant barriers were put in front of the Tampa Bay Lightning. … Continue reading here

Home ice hasn’t been nice for Penguins in playoffs Source: Tribune-Review
As successful as the Penguins have been under Dan Bylsma, he has yet to lead them to a clinching victory at home. … See the rest here

Penguins’ Asham making presence felt Source: Tribune-Review
The notion that Arron Asham has a glorious history of enhancing his game during the Stanley Cup playoffs isn’t horribly accurate. … Excerpt from

NHL dislikes Cooke more than head shots Source: Post Gazette
So, the NHL hands down a one-game suspension to the Penguins’ Chris Kunitz and Tampa Bay’s Steve Downie. And the league hands down nothing to Vancouver’s Raffi Torres for nearly decapitating Chicago’s Brent Seabrook late last week … See more here

Friday’s Three Stars: Ennis, Smithson winners; Sabres, Preds up 3-2 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Tyler Ennis, Buffalo Sabres It was the Ennis Show in Philadelphia as his overtime goal put the Sabres up 3-2 in their series with the Philadelphia Flyers after a 4-3 win on Friday night. Ennis opened the … Continue reading → … Continued here

Lightning: Tampa Bay goalie looks ahead after Neal’s fluky goal Source: Post Gazette
Tampa Bay goaltender Dwayne Roloson stopped 50 of the first 52 Penguins shots Wednesday night in Game 4 of the first-round playoff series. The 53rd shot was something of a fluke — a puck thrown from a bad angle by winger James Neal that found its way past Roloson’s glove. … More

Empty Netter Assists – 04-23-11 Source: Empty Netters
Playoff Stuff Penguins – Lightning (Note: Our live blog begins at approximately 11 a.m. Set your alarm, have some brunch and curse NBC for making us all wake up this early for a hockey game.) -The Penguins have not won a playoff series at home under Dan Bylsma (above) … The rest is here

RECAP: The Cardiac Kids. WB/S PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins proved themselves as the best team in the American Hockey League throughout the entire regular season. When the team dropped the first two games of the series on home ice, even the most faithful and die hard fans started to question the team in terms of winning a single game. There shouldn't be any more questions. … Read this article

WB/S takes 3-2 lead in series Source: The Pensblog
The Baby Pens have come back from trailing 2 games to none in the opening round of the AHL playoffs, and are now on top 3 games to 2. Game 6 is tomorrow night in Wilkes-Barre where the good guys have a chance to close it out on home ice … More

Timney Overwhelmed by Crowd’s Response Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins admitted that they struggled to get used to their brand-new arena at the beginning of the season. After all, hockey players are a superstitious bunch, and they had to nail down new game-day routines and get situated in their new su… … Excerpt from

Woman Salutes James Neal Source: The Pensblog
We initially saw this pic in the moments immediately after Neal's goal, as our infatuation with the stunnedness consumed our minds. Reader Amy D. sat back and looked at the big picture. Literally. … Excerpt from

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PensHead Daily Links 03-09-2011

Wednesday, March 9th, 2011

Pittsburgh Penguins Defenseman Zbynek Michalek Doesn’t Need Goals to Excel Source: Bleacher Report
The job of the defensive defenseman is one of high risk and little reward, which is why Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Zbynek Michalek ‘s first goal of the season and first in 92 games was so widely celebrated in the Pens’ 3-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres . Offense isn’t a part of a defensive defenseman’s repertoire, otherwise he wouldn’t be called a defensive defenseman … The rest is here

Mike Milbury on Sidney Crosby Source: The Pensblog
The ProHockeyTalk blog on NBCSports.com has a video up where Mike Milbury talks about Sidney Crosby: As annoying as Milbury usually is, he has a point in this case. If Crosby hasn't even skated yet, it's going to take some time before he's ready for NHL action. Go Pens. … See the rest here

Eric P has a talk with Trevor Gillies’ Agent [ Updated Deleted ] Source: The Pensblog
UPDATED: Long story short this post has been deleted. We will not be cowards and run from it … More here

Puck Headlines: Max Pacioretty update; hope for Thrashers owners? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in… … More

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 5, Whalers 2 – 03-09-11 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. … Read more here

Bylsma gets extension from Penguins (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. … Link

Exclusive One-On-One with Dan Bylsma Source: penguins.nhl.com
On Wednesday, the Penguins signed head coach Dan Bylsma to a three-year contract extension. Before meeting with the media, Bylsma sat down for an exclusive one-on-one interview for www.PittsburghPenguins.com … The rest is here

What the Penguins Players Have Said About Bylsma Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head coach Dan Bylsma, who signed a three-year contract extension on Wednesday, has won the respect of his players with his energy, passion and love for the game. Here’s what some of the current Penguins had to say about their head coach. … View post

Bylsma’s Finest Performance Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share Dan Bylsma has accumulated plenty of accolades on his NHL head coaching resume that’s spanned just over two years, including a Stanley Cup. But despite all of the successes that Bylsma has achieve… … See more here

Sabres demote 3, including Parrish, to minors (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Buffalo Sabres have returned three forwards, including veteran Mark Parrish, to their American Hockey League affiliate in Portland, Maine. … More

Video: Ray Shero Media Conference (3/9/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ray Shero and Dan Bylsma on today’s announced contract extension. … See video here

Penguins give Bylsma 3-year contract extension Source: Post Gazette
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma has been given a three-year contract extension. … See the rest here

Penguins give Bylsma three-year contract extension Source: Tribune-Review
Bylsma, 40, coached the team to a Stanley Cup championship in 2009 and has the Penguins in the running for the top spot in the Eastern Conference this season despite injuries to star forwards Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. … Read more

Three More Years For Disco Source: The Pensblog
From the Penguins website : Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma has agreed to a three-year contract extension through the 2013-14 season, it was announced today by Executive Vice President and General Manager Ray Shero. … Read more

Pens’ Bylsma Gets Three-Year Contract Extension Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma has agreed to a three-year contract extension through the 2013-14 season, it was announced today by Executive Vice President and General Manager Ray Shero. … Read more here

Pens give Dan Bylsma a three year extension Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma has agreed to a three-year contract extension through the 2013-14 season, it was announced today by Executive Vice President and General Manager Ray Shero. … See the rest here

The Morning Skate: 3/9 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. … View post

Tuesday’s PIHL Playoff Roundup Source: penguins.nhl.com
Class A: South Fayette 5, Sewickley Academy 1 Nick Schultz scored twice and added two assists and Nicolas Blocher made 37 saves to lead South Fayette past Sewickly Academy, 5-1, on Tuesday. … View post

Bylsma gets three-year contract extension – 03-09-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have signed head coach Dan Bylsma to a three-year contract extension through the 2013-14 season . Promoted initally as an interim replacement to Michel Therrien Feb 15 2009, Bylsma has guided the franchise to a record of 104-52-19, two playoff appearances and one Stanley Cup title … … See the article here

Pens-Sabres Post-Game: Changes to structure of the power play needed Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Game Thoughts — The Pittsburgh Penguins (39-21-8, 86 pts) on Tuesday night continued their dominance against the Buffalo Sabres (32-26-8, 72 pts), with a 3-1 win on home ice, sweeping the season series from Buffalo (4-0). Pittsburgh improved to 28-9-7 against Buffalo since 1999-2000, and most importantly, inched closer to securing a playoff berth as … Go here to read the rest

RECAP: The Neal World. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
Dear Buffalo fans… This is your goalie: This is our goalie: Regards, Pens fans. P.S … Excerpt from

Twitter Contest Winners: Sabres, NYI Invasion Source: The Pensblog
Jeffrey's ice time was 12:02. One-game three-way dance on Saturday for the tickets and hotel. … Read more here

Empty Netter Assists – 03-09-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . … Go here to read the rest


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Pittsburgh Penguins: Outlook on Their Remaining Schedule and What To Expect Source: Bleacher Report
Life is good when you lead the league in games played with less than 15 games remaining on the schedule. Following today’s 3-1 win over Buffalo, the Pittsburgh Penguins are blessed to have plenty of idle time … Continued here

Ruff impressed with Penguins’ resourcefulness Source: Tribune-Review
Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff, the NHL’s longest-tenured bench boss, isn’t surprised that the Penguins have remained near the top of the standings despite having so many key injuries. … Continue reading here

Neal, Michalek break out in win Source: Tribune-Review
James Neal and Zbynek Michalek finally scored their first goals in Penguins uniforms Tuesday in a 3-1 victory over Buffalo. … See the article here

Final: Whale 5, WB/S 2 Source: The Pensblog
Sloppy, turn-over infested game by the WB/S Pens tonight. On top of that, AHL zebra Jamie Koharski called probably what will be considered the worst officiated game ever. Wade Redden and his $18 million contract or whatever he makes was too much for the prospects on the Pens side, that are actually down there developing. … Read this article

Neal, Michalek end droughts, lead Penguins past Sabres Source: Post Gazette
Zbynek Michalek needed 59 games and 81 shots to score his first goal as a Penguin. It only felt like it took James Neal that long to do the same. … View post

Penguins Notebook: Kunitz back in lineup after 13-game absence Source: Post Gazette
Left winger Chris Kunitz returned to the Penguins’ lineup Tuesday night after a 13-game absence due to an unspecified injury, but he wasn’t a shoo-in most of the day. Although coach Dan Bylsma a day earlier had labeled Kunitz “probable” for the game against Buffalo at Consol Energy Center, his prospects didn’t look great during and just after the morning skate. … See the article here

Collier: Power play success like winning the lottery Source: Post Gazette
They don’t announce so boisterously and persistently that the Penguins are on the Powerball power play for nothing, ya know. In fact, it ought to be painfully obvious why they call it that by this point … See the article here

Pens continue mastery of Sabres with 3-1 win (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – After playing four consecutive overtime games and having eight of their previous nine decided by one goal, the Pittsburgh Penguins found an opponent they've made a habit of defeating a little bit more easily. … More

Pens Honor February’s PIHL Players of the Month Source: penguins.nhl.com
Just as the road to the Penguins Cup gets underway, the team honored four high school hockey players as February’s Players of the Month during Tuesday’s game against Buffalo. Dan Humes of Fox Chapel, Danny Kucerovy of Bethel Park, … … See more here

Finally Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek usually has a markedly quiet and reserved demeanor. .roundedcornr_box { background: #e4e4e4; float: right; margin: 0 10px; width: 235px; border: 1px solid #660000; } .roundedcornr_content { margin… … Read the rest here

Aftermath: Penguins 3, Sabres 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Neal notches long-awaited goal as Penguins defeat Buffalo Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins downed Buffalo, 3-1, tonight at Consol Energy Center for a sweep of the Sabres in their four-game season series. … View post

Chara hit on Pacioretty Source: The Pensblog
Matt Cooke would never do this. … See the rest here

Pens win in regulation Source: The Pensblog
Michalek and Neal both got on the board. The Sabres are a desperate team, and the Pens held shit down. Great seeing Kunitz back. … More

@pghpenguins: Welcome home Kovy. Kovalev's first game back in Pitt since joining the team. #Pens – http://twitpic.com/47mixh

Scanlan: Head injuries overshadowing rest of the game (The Ottawa Citizen) Source: Yahoo Sports
Has Sidney Crosby had a bigger impact on the NHL in the first half or second half of the 2010-11 season? … Read this article

Penguins-Sabres In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
0:00: That’s the game. The Penguins down the Sabres 3-1! The pen is indeed mightier than the sword! 0:46: Fleury was about to take a shot at the open cage all the way down the ice, but it was blocked by a Sabre! 1:15: The Sabres have pull… … Read this article

Video: Hockey for Heart Health (3/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign seeks to educate Pens fans on the number one killer of women. … View video here

Video: Welcome Back Alex Kovalev! (3/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins said ‘Welcome Back’ to former Penguins player Alex Kovalev on March 8 vs Buffalo. … View video

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (3/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Nemacolin Big 5 shown in game on March 8 vs the Buffalo Sabres … See this video

Video: Penguins vs Sabres (3/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins vs Sabres feature shown in game on March 8, 2011 … Click here to view video

Video: Backcheck Pays Off Source: penguins.nhl.com
A misplay by Ryan Miller and hard backchecking from the Penguins leads to a beautiful redirect in front by Mark Letestu. … Watch video here

Video: Post-Game: Coach Bylsma (3/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma speaks to the media following the team’s 3-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres. … View video

Video: Post-Game: Matt Niskanen (3/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Niskanen speaks to the media following the team’s 3-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres. … Watch here

Video: Post-Game: Zbynek Michalek (3/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek speaks to the media following the team’s 3-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres. … Watch here

Video: Post-Game: James Neal (3/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal speaks to the media following the team’s 3-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres. … Video here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (3/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury speaks to the media following the team’s 3-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres. … View video here

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PensHead Daily Links 02-18-2011

Friday, February 18th, 2011

Above-Average Joe Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share Joe Vitale scored his first NHL goal in just his fourth NHL game, helping the Penguins to a 3-2 overtime win over Colorado on Wednesday. And although he’s a player that’s always been relied o… … Continued here

Cherry says avoiding headshots impossible (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
CALGARY – Don Cherry says it is impossible to completely eliminate head injuries in hockey and the NHL should concentrate its efforts on doing away with blindside hits. … The rest is here

@pghpenguins: #Pens Kunitz and Letestu skated after the team's practice at Southpointe – http://twitpic.com/4169s5

Marinehawk12 has added a photo to the pool: Warm-up skate at Pepsi Center, Denver CO.

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Video: Off-Day: Coach Bylsma (2/18/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following practice at Southpointe. … View video

Video: Off-Day: Jordan Staal (2/18/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to reporters following practice at Southpointe. … See this video

Video: Off-Day: Matt Cooke (2/18/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke talks to reporters following practice at Southpointe. … Watch video here

Video: Off-Day: Tyler Kennedy (2/18/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Tyler Kennedy talks to reporters following practice at Southpointe. … Watch video here

Video: Off-Day: Joe Vitale (2/18/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Joe Vitale talks to reporters following practice at Southpointe. … View video here

AHL Gameday 56 – Norfolk Admirals Source: The Pensblog
7:30 PM Norfolk Scope NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: AHLLive.com 102.3 The Mountain The Baby Pens are back in action since last Sunday's seemingly improbable routing of Hershey, 7-1. That win has boosted the confidence of every player on the current team, Wheeling call-up or not. … Visit link

The "Where In The World Is Sidney Crosby?" Photoshop Expo Source: The Pensblog
Thanks to everyone who sent in their submissions. If we missed your Photoshop in this post, it's because something went wrong somewhere … Read the rest here

Marinehawk12 has added a photo to the pool: An Assistant Captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins watches as his teammates go through their pre-skate before their game againt the Colorado Avalanche.

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Busy day of moves as Boston lands Kaberle and Wheeler is shipped off to Atlanta Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
A busy day of moves in the National Hockey League and it’s not even 2:00 p.m. as Tomas Kaberle has been officially traded to the Boston Bruins. The Bruins landed their coveted puck moving defenseman and the Maple Leafs will receive prospect Joe Colborne, the Bruins’ first round pick in 2011 and a conditional 2nd … Continue reading here

Post-Practice Notes: Johnson suffers upper body injury in practice Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Quick Notes from Bylsma’s Media Session *Dan Bylsma, as expected, confirmed that Chris Kunitz and Dustin Jeffrey will not be in the lineup this weekend. Both, however, appear on track to return at somepoint this week. … Excerpt from

Penguins Face Defending Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Sunday at 3:30pm on NBC Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins will play back-to-back nationally televised games this coming Sunday and Monday. The Penguins will face the defending Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks Sunday, Feb. … More here

Dan Bylsma’s 5 Best Moments as Head Coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins Source: Bleacher Report
Wednesday night’s Pittsburgh Penguins game against the Colorado Avalanche marked the second anniversary of the first game Dan Bylsma coached as the Penguins bench boss. Bylsma was promoted to head coach of the Penguins in February of 2009 after Michel Therrien was fired. … More here

Friday Practice Notes: Pens will only be getting Matt Cooke back for Sunday Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
SOUTHPOINTE — After an off-day on Thursday, the Penguins are back on the ice this morning at the Iceoplex Complex. Matt Cooke is set to return from his suspension and is back skating as a regular on the the top-4 lines. Meanwhile, Chris Kunitz and Dustin Jeffrey are progressing from their respective injuries but neither … Continue reading here

Penguins Report: 2/18/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
10:45 AM: After the Pens’ thrilling OT victory in Denver against the Colorado Avalanche, the team boarded a flight back to Pittsburgh. With the two-plus hour flight and time zone change, the team didn’t arrive back in Pittsburgh until the ear… … Go here to read the rest

Bettman will not debate Lemieux Source: Post Gazette
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman will not get into a public debate with Mario Lemieux over league discipline. … Link

The Morning Skate: 2/18 Source: The Pensblog
RLD Hockey is an NHL blog of mine where we take a look at the hot topics around the league on a daily basis. One of our staples is the 'Morning Skate', where I rundown everything going on in the NHL, including predictions on the big games … More

With or without you – 02-18-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have played 11 games this season without the services of both Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. Crosby has been sidelined since Jan. 5 due to a concussion while Malkin has only played one game since Jan … See more here

Penguins’ Craig not going to look back Source: Post Gazette
Ryan Craig understands that things could have been different. That if he hadn’t injured his groin in an exhibition game against Columbus, he might not have had to wait until Feb. 10 to appear in his first NHL game this season. … See more here

NHL Trade Deadline: Dustin Penner and 10 Targets for the Pittsburgh Penguins Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins have had what can’t be called anything less than a roller coaster year. At the outset of the season they were expected to be one of the top contenders for the Eastern Conference title and many thought they would be making their third Stanley Cup Final appearance in 4 years. … Read this article

Empty Netter Assists – 02-18-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -If it weren’t for a groin injury in training camp, Ryan Craig (above) might’ve started the season on the Penguins’ NHL roster . -” I have the utmost respect and regard for Mario Lemieux, bu … … More

Penn State graduate to purchase Sabres Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL’s board of governors is voting on the sale of the Buffalo Sabres to Terry Pegula, putting the Pennsylvania billionaire and Penn State graduate in a position to have control of the franchise by next week. … Follow this link

Bettman refuses to debate Lemieux on league discipline Source: Tribune-Review
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman says he has the “utmost respect” for Mario Lemieux, but the NHL is comfortable with the way the league responded to Friday night’s game between the Penguins and Islanders. … Go here to read the rest

Kennedy quietly having rebound year for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
Tyler Kennedy is the Penguins’ leading healthy goal scorer with 12 and has become a staple on a reconfigured power play. … See more here

Barry…Barnaby…where’s ESPN’s voice of reason? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
By MARK MADDEN ESPNs Barry Melrose recently analyzed the fiasco on Long Island and Marios comments thereafter. His conclusions: *Mario was wrong. *The NHL wants Mario to be more involved on a consistent basis … Follow this link

DePaoli’s latest: Pens gauging market for long-term fits? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
DePaoli’s Daily Trade Deadline Update — The Penguins on Thursday were not closing in on any potential deals, according to team contacts. An Internet report surfaced Thursday night that the Penguins and Minnesota Wild were close to a deal. The Penguins are not believed to be involved in trade discussions with the Wild at this … View post

Video: Boys and Girls Club Visit (2/17/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury visits the Boys and Girls Club of Pittsburgh to play deck hockey with some kids. … View video

Bettman won’t debate Lemieux on discipline (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TAMPA, Fla. – NHL commissioner Gary Bettman will not get into a public debate with Mario Lemieux over league discipline. … See more here

Despite All Of The Distractions, The Pittsburgh Penguins Remain in Playoff Hunt Source: Bleacher Report
So if I were to tell you that the Pittsburgh Penguins would lose Sidney Crosby , Jordan Staal, and Evgeni Malkin for a lengthy period of time, would you expect them to still be in fourth place in the Eastern Conference? … Go here to read the rest

PODCAST: 2.18 Source: The Pensblog
35:52 Pens/Avalanche. Civic Arena Proposals … See the article here

Fleury Plays Floor Hockey in Visit to Boys & Girls Club Source: penguins.nhl.com
After backstopping his team to a win on the ice on Wednesday, Penguins goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury turned to another form of hockey on Thursday. Fleury took part in an afternoon of floor hockey at the Estelle S … Continued here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-26-2010

Sunday, December 26th, 2010


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Gameday 37 – Senators Source: The Pensblog
7:30 PM Scotiabank Place Know Your Enemy: The 6thSens What they're saying about the Senators : It will be interesting to see how Cory Clouston handles Kovalev's ice-time this second time around. As poor as Kovalev's work ethic has been this year, the organization is in a precarious position – they need Kovalev to produce and build his trade value. … Read the rest here

Penguins’ Staal back on the ice for practice, but not for tonight’s game Source: Post Gazette
OTTAWA — Penguins center Jordan Staal, recovering from a broken right hand, took part in the Penguins’ morning skate today at Scotiabank Place. Staal won’t be in the lineup tonight against the Senators, but he’s not ruling out a return in time for Saturday’s outdoor Winter Classic against Washington at Heinz Field. … Excerpt from

Winter Classic contingency plans call for ‘long window’ to play game Saturday Source: Tribune-Review
Early weather forecasts are calling for unseasonably warm temperatures and rain Saturday, but the NHL plans to exhaust all options to play the 2011 Winter Classic at Heinz Field this weekend. … See more here

Staal returns to ice today during the Penguins’ morning skate Source: Tribune-Review
He said that no timetable has been set for his return from a broken hand and acknowledged that a report that the hand was broken twice was inaccurate. … See the article here

First Youth Hockey Game at Second Outdoor Rink an "Amazing" Experience Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Southpointe Rink Rats and the Pittsburgh Predators were originally scheduled to face off in January – at an indoor ice rink. The two teams never thought they’d end up kicking off the influx of youth hockey games that will take place over the next week at the Winter Classic Community Rink at Stage AE, the second outdoor rink built by the Penguins adjacent to Heinz Field. … Link

God Sucks Source: The Pensblog
The extended forecast isn't looking too good for the Winter Classic. … More

Penguins demote Jeffrey, Staal practices – 12-26-10 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins demoted forward Dustin Jeffrey (right) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL . He was recalled Thursday. In three NHL games this season, Jeffrey has scored two points … See more here

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 7, Capitals 3 – 12-26-10 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. … Read more here

Video: Game-Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (12/26/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks about the upcoming game against the Ottawa Senators. … To see video click here

Video: Game-Day: Sidney Crosby (12/26/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks about the upcoming game against the Ottawa Senators. … Click here to view video

Video: Game-Day: Coach Bylsma (12/26/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma talks about the upcoming game against the Ottawa Senators. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Jordan Staal (12/26/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal skated this morning in Ottawa and discusses his progress before the Penguins take on the Ottawa Senators. … Video here

All the links for Trib’s Winter Classic special section. Source: Chipped Ice
The Trib Total Media Winter Classic special section is out today, and I suggest you pick up a print copy to read over and over especially if you are into great pictures from the 2008 Classic. … Read the rest here

Pens return to game action after short holiday break Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Jeffrey Sent Down; Curry remains with Team The Pittsburgh Penguins return to the ice tonight on the road against the Ottawa Senators after a short holiday break. The Penguins who are the first team to reach 50 points face an Ottawa team that has been mirrored by inconsistent hockey and lackluster play in 2010 … Follow this link

Penguins reassign forward Dustin Jeffrey Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins reassigned forward Dustin Jeffrey to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League. … View post

LINK CITY: Pens Toast, WC Tix Still Going Down, Bar Owners Source: The Pensblog
Links that just want to put a new post up. Merry Christmas to all. Hope everyone got shit. Reader JC's girlfriend got him this … See more here

About the Senators – 12-26-10 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Senators. When and where: 7:30 p.m., ScotiaBank Place … Read this article

Penguins Report: Game Day at Ottawa Source: penguins.nhl.com
7:28 AM: The last time the Pens were in Ottawa was the 2010 playoffs. Pittsburgh eliminated the Senators with a third-period comeback, and an overtime series-winning goal from Pascal Dupuis. It was a joyous occasion. … More

Jan. 1, 2009, Wrigley Field: Red Wings 6, Blackhawks 4 Source: Tribune-Review
The defending Stanley Cup champion Detroit Red Wings scored five consecutive goals in the second and third periods to win the second Winter Classic, 6-4, against the Chicago Blackhawks in front of a crowd of 40,818. … Continued here

Jan. 1, 2010, Fenway Park: Boston Bruins 2, Philadelphia Flyers 1, overtime Source: Tribune-Review
The Bruins’ Shawn Thornton sat in Red Sox slugger David “Big Papi” Ortiz’s locker inside Fenway Park after a walk-off finish to the third Winter Classic. He couldn’t resist comparing the Bruins’ 2-1 victory over the Flyers to a baseball game. … More here

Experience invaluable to Baby Pens coach Source: Tribune-Review
Continuing what has become a tradition in recent years, first-year Baby Pens coach John Hynes was behind the bench for one of the Penguins’ exhibition games in September. … Read more

Weather or not, the Winter Classic rink will be ready Source: Tribune-Review
Turning Heinz Field into a hockey rink will hardly rate as the toughest task in 40 years of ice-making for Dan Craig, the NHL’s facilities operations manager. … Continued here

First place at stake for RMU during Classic Week Source: Tribune-Review
Baldwin’s Denny Urban won’t be among the hockey players skating on outdoor rinks at or next to Heinz Field this week. … More here

It’s called Winter Classic for a reason Source: Tribune-Review
It’s January. It’s Pittsburgh. It’s cold. … More here

Capitals welcome Classic opportunity Source: Tribune-Review
Karl Alzner had become a star in Canada before his 20th birthday — captain of a gold-medal winning team at the world junior championships and honored as the best player at his position in the Canadian Hockey League. … Link

Winter Classic dressed for success Source: Tribune-Review
Inquiring minds already want to know who will play in next year’s Winter Classic, NHL merchandising director Keith Leach said. … Link

Rossi on the Road: A Classic story from the Penguins’ first outdoors experience Source: Tribune-Review
Anyone who attended the first Winter Classic on New Year’s Day 2008 in snowy suburban Buffalo would probably agree with former Penguins coach Michel Therrien’s take. … Read this article

ClassicSpeak with Gary Bettman Source: Tribune-Review
An exclusive interview with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, who has brought the fourth Winter Classic to Pittsburgh. … Link

A Classic homecoming for broadcast team Source: Tribune-Review
The NBC broadcast of the Winter Classic will show a wintry Pittsburgh to a national audience on New Year’s Day. … Read more here

Baby Penguins step into Classic spotlight Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins prospect Brian Strait arrived at Consol Energy Center on the morning of Sept. 22 about 10 hours away from a highlight of his young career. … Read more here

Pens-Steelers connection is classic Pittsburgh Source: Tribune-Review
An exclusive interview with Steelers president Art Rooney II, whose franchise has opened the gates at Heinz Field to the Winter Classic. … Read this article

Youth hockey takes center stage Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby vs. Evgeni Malkin. Winner gets Mario Lemieux … Read this article

Starkey: Players’ games formed on frozen ponds Source: Tribune-Review
Blood in the snow banks. … Visit link

Something old for a new tradition Source: Tribune-Review
Mario Lemieux headlines the team, but he will be joined by Hall of Famers Ron Francis, Paul Coffey, Larry Murphy and Bryan Trottier. But other notable names are aplenty on this roster. … More here

Penguins Cup Chronicles: Barry Pederson Source: Tribune-Review
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Winter Classic starts hot hockey year in Pittsburgh Source: Tribune-Review
The Winter Classic isn’t a one-off outdoor game between the Penguins and Washington Capitals on New Year’s Day. It’s the launch of what could be the region’s greatest hockey year. … Read more here

Gorman: 10 years ago, Lemieux super in comeback Source: Tribune-Review
With a spotlight shining a 66 on the Civic Arena roof, Gotham signaled for its superhero. … More here

Luck plays key role in Winter Classic Source: Tribune-Review
“Heinz Field is where Pittsburgh goes to celebrate,” NHL chief operating officer John Collins said. “It’s been the soul of Pittsburgh … Go here to read the rest

Capitals owner eyes own ‘compelling event’ Source: Tribune-Review
Although NHL commissioner Gary Bettman offered no commitment on a Winter Classic site beyond the Capitals and Penguins facing off on New Year’s Day at Heinz Field, he did say the league’s “goal” (no pun intended) is for the Caps to host the Classic in the D.C. area. … Visit link

Penguins Notebook: Engelland not suprising to Bonvie Source: Post Gazette
Dennis Bonvie knows a bit about fighting. Actually, he knows just about everything about it, after spending so much of his 15-year pro career doing it. He also knows something about Deryk Engelland, having played against him in the American Hockey League before becoming his teammate with the Penguins’ American Hockey League team in Wilkes-Barre. … Read more

Winter Classic a cool concept Source: Post Gazette
The National Hockey League has chipped away at college bowl games’ control of New Year’s Day sports with a football staple: a game played outside on a slab of frozen tundra. The creation of the Winter Classic, the annual outdoor hockey game played Jan. 1, put the NHL on national television on a day many people spend watching sports. … Visit link

On the Penguins: Deep on the blue line Source: Post Gazette
Conventional wisdom holds that any team hoping to contend for a Stanley Cup should have about 10 defensemen capable of taking a fairly regular shift in the NHL on its depth chart. That’s not always possible for a lot of clubs, especially in the salary-cap era. It’s not a problem for the Penguins, though. … More

Pittsburgh Fans Get a Taste of Winter Classic Ice Source: penguins.nhl.com
PITTSBURGH — Dads and moms were doing their best to hold up their young boys and girls. Some veteran skaters cut through the ice with ease as snow fell all around them. Santa Claus arrived on the back of a Zamboni before lacing up his own skates for a quick workout before his big night … More here

Steelers’ Rooney Gears Up for the Winter Classic Source: penguins.nhl.com
PITTSBURGH — Steelers President Art Rooney II feels it’s safe to be honest now that the on-site preparations for the 2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic are under way at Heinz Field. “When we first started the conversation (with the NHL) I have to confess I was not optimistic that we could do it,” Rooney told NHL.com last week … Excerpt from

Empty Netter Assists – 12-26-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Did you hear the Penguins are playing a game outside or something ? … See the rest here

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PensHead Daily Links 11-03-2010

Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010

Pittsburgh Penguins: Review Of The First Month Of The Season – Bleacher Report Source: Google News Search
Kansas City Star Pittsburgh Penguins : Review Of The First Month Of The Season Bleacher Report It's been a very interesting first month of the National Hockey League season for the Pittsburgh Penguins . The Flightless Birds started out by opening up … Fleury's slump, Johnson's strong start creates goalie dilemma for Penguins The Canadian Press Fleury's slump creates Penguins goalie dilemma NewsOK.com Players Enjoy Spending Limited Down Time With Family NHL.com FanHouse all 120 news articles … Read more

Pittsburgh Penguins: Review of the 1st Month of the Season Source: Bleacher Report
It’s been a very interesting first month of the National Hockey League season for the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Flightless Birds started out by opening up the brand new CONSOL Energy Center with a disappointing loss to archrival Philadelphia Flyers. The Pens have also been hit hard by the injury bug. Las Vegas may have bed bugs, but the city of Pittsburgh’s hockey team got the injury bug in a pretty bad way. Jordan Staal was supposed to be back from his foot infection in time for the game against Dallas on November 3, but he now has a broken hand and will be out ‘til close to Christmas. Other notable players missing games this season due to injury are Brooks Oprik, Zybnek Michalek and Arron Asham. Orpik is arguably the Pens best defensive defenseman, Michalek was a high-priced free-agent signing by general manager Ray Shero this summer to help solidify the defense in front of Marc-Andre Fleury and you can never have too many players like Asham in your lineup. He is very tough, smart and has enough skill to put a few pucks in the net … Go here to read the rest

NFL Notes: Titans claim Moss; Bills claim Merriman Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Moss claimed by Titans Former All-Pro’s Randy Moss and Shawn Merriman have new homes. … More

Gameday 13 – Stars Source: The Pensblog
8:30 PM American Airlines Center First things first, Malkin, Goligoski, Letang and Michalek are expected to play tonight . Dupuis will miss the game as his wife is giving birth … View post

Malkin Will Return To Center Position Against Stars Source: penguins.nhl.com
DALLAS – Not only will Evgeni Malkin make his return to the Pittsburgh lineup on Wednesday night against Dallas, he will also have a new position. Malkin, who sat out Saturday’s 3-0 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes with an undisclosed injury, will return to his natural center position against the Stars. He will play on a line featuring Matt Cooke on his left side and Tyler Kennedy on the right wing. … More here

No Dupuis tonight – 11-03-10 Source: Empty Netters
We suppose this could be characterized as a “lower-body” issue.Pascal Dupuis (right), who scored two goals in the team’s 3-2 win in Carolina Saturday, will not be available after being summoned back to Pittsburgh to attend to the birth of his fourth child.As a result of that development and Jordan Staal’s new hand ailment, the team’s lines have undergone some signifcant chan … … Follow this link

Video: Game-Day: Sidney Crosby (11/3/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby before tonight’s game against the Dallas Stars. … Video here

Video: Game-Day: Zbynek Michalek (11/3/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek before tonight’s game against the Dallas Stars. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Alex Goligoski (11/3/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Alex Goligoski before tonight’s game against the Dallas Stars. … To see video click here

Video: Game-Day: Coach Bylsma (11/3/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma before tonight’s game against the Dallas Stars. … View video

Penguins’ Staal out with another injury – USA Today Source: Google News Search
CBC.ca Penguins ' Staal out with another injury USA Today PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh Penguins forward Jordan Staal, expected to return this week after missing 12 games with an … Pens' Jordan Staal Breaks Hand; Out 6-8 Weeks AHN | All Headline News Pens' Staal to have hand surgery, could miss six weeks MiamiHerald.com Upper-body injury might delay Staal's return NHL.com Bleacher Report – Gather.com – TSN all 169 news articles … Visit link

Johnson, Dupuis help Penguins blank Hurricanes – CANOE Source: Google News Search
Johnson, Dupuis help Penguins blank Hurricanes CANOE By Sports Network Raleigh, NC Pascal Dupuis scored twice while Brent Johnson stopped 33 shots, helping the struggling Pittsburgh Penguins to a 3-0 win … and more … Visit link

Game Preview: Pens intend to play Malkin at center until Jordan Staal returns Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins (6-5-1) @ Dallas Stars (6-4-0) When: Wednesday, November 3rd 2010 | Where: American Airlines Arena DePaoli’s Pre-game Update Malkin to return to center role for several weeks *The Penguins coaching staff will end the Evgeni Malkin experiment at wing for the short-term. With Jordan Staal sidelined for another six weeks, Malkin will return … See the article here

Dallas Stars Vs. Pittsburgh Penguins, 11/3/10, Kyle’s Free NHL Hockey Pick – Sports Chat Place Source: Google News Search
CBC.ca Dallas Stars Vs. Pittsburgh Penguins , 11/3/10, Kyle's Free NHL Hockey Pick Sports Chat Place Two of th NHL's best teams meet in a battle of East vs West tonight as Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins travel to Dallas to take on Brad Richards … … The rest is here

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 3, Rangers 1 – 11-03-10 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 … More

Penguins’ Dupuis out of tonight’s game to attend birth Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins winger Pascal Dupuis will not play tonight because his wife is having a child back in Pittsburgh. … Go here to read the rest

Pittsburgh Penguins (6-5-1) at Dallas Stars (6-4-0), 8:30 pm – MiamiHerald.com Source: Google News Search
Dallas Morning News Pittsburgh Penguins (6-5-1) at Dallas Stars (6-4-0), 8:30 pm MiamiHerald.com By Sports Network While the Penguins learned earlier this week that one of their young stars won't be making his expected return to the lineup anytime soon, … … Read this article

Penguins Report: Game Day at Dallas Source: penguins.nhl.com
9:45 AM (CENTRAL TIME): As we sit in our hotel here in Dallas in preparation for this morning’s game-day skate at American Airlines Center, we have very good news to report. Penguins forward Pascal Dupuis is on his way back to Pittsburgh (probably shaving off his moustache as he travels) to be with his wife, Carol-Lyne, who is heading into labor. … Continued here

About the Stars – 11-03-10 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Stars. When and where: 8:30 p.m., EDT. … Read more here

Empty Netter Assists – 11-03-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Is Paul Martin ( above ) underpreforming (PG+)? -Dan Bylsma speaks, goes business casual: 81106 -Evgeni Malkin speaks: 81103 … See the rest here

Kerry Fraser talks about Mario Lemieux Source: The Pensblog
Former NHL referee Kerry Fraser was on The Hockey Writers Live with Mike Colligan recently to talk about his new book, “The Final Call.” Mike then relayed some bits and pieces from the interview to the Internet. Some great stuff over there … Read more here

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Dallas Stars NHL live streaming – News Express USA Source: Google News Search
Dallas Morning News Pittsburgh Penguins vs Dallas Stars NHL live streaming News Express USA Watch Pittsburgh Penguins vs Dallas Stars online free on Wednesday, November 3, 2010. … View post

Devils’ Parise out 3 months Source: Tribune-Review
New Jersey Devils left wing Zach Parise is going to be sidelined three months with a knee injury. … See the rest here

Analysis: Therrien should top list of in-season coach replacements Source: Tribune-Review
Michel Therrien wasn’t a perfect coach with the Penguins, but he should rank atop the list of any in-season replacement candidates. … Visit link

Penguins Notebook: Malkin, Letang, Goligoski likely to play Source: Post Gazette
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma is willing to concede that Jordan Staal won’t be in the lineup tonight when the Penguins face Dallas at American Airlines Center. … Continue reading here

Penguins’ Talbot rediscovers game, Fu Manchu Source: Post Gazette
Max Talbot isn’t the first athlete to look in the mirror when he wasn’t happy with his job performance. People in just about every line of work do it all the time … More

Podcast — 11.03 (15 mins) Source: The Pensblog
Topics include: Stars preview Injury shit Jesse from Faceoff-Factor Joke-Says-What The Thursday podcast will consist of breaking down all the information we got from the recent surveys. … Read this article

Penguins vs. Stars Game Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Jason Seidling … Go here to read the rest

Players Enjoy Spending Limited Down Time With Family Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Takeaway: The Penguins, who have the NHL’s best road record through the season’s first month, are in the midst of a stretch where the team will spend 15 of 18 days on the road. During extended stretches away from home like this, the players enjoy spending all of their free time with their wives and children. … Excerpt from


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Recap: Carolina vs. Pittsburgh – Kansas City Star Source: Google News Search
Kansas City Star Recap: Carolina vs. Pittsburgh Kansas City Star By Sports Network Pascal Dupuis scored twice while Brent Johnson stopped 33 shots, helping the struggling Pittsburgh Penguins to a 3-0 win over the Carolina … Johnson leads Penguins in shutout of Hurricanes ESPN Johnson, Dupuis help Penguins blank Hurricanes London Free Press Pens' Johnson Makes 33 Saves In Shutout Of Canes CBS News Yahoo! Sports all 248 news articles … More here

Penguins Report: Saturday Afternoon At The Joe Source: penguins.nhl.com
SATURDAY’S WRAP Sidney Crosby, Arron Asham and Brooks Orpik all had their status updated by head coach Dan Bylsma (4:39 PM) Eric Tangradi was back skating on a line with Evgeni Malkin and Mike Comrie. The rest of the lines were pre… … More here

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PensHead Daily Links 10-13-2010

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

Gameday 4 – Maple Leafs Source: The Pensblog
7:30 PM CONSOL Energy Center Back at that place the Penguins will never ever win a game the CONSOL Energy Center. Michalek and Orpik are both out with injuries and Comrie is a game-time decision . … Go here to read the rest

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Maple Leafs at Penguins – 10-13-10 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME -Greetings from a wonderful fall day in Pittsburgh. … See more here

Penguins – Leafs Preview & Game Notes Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Toronto Maple Leafs (2-0) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (1-2) When: October 13, 2010 | Where: CONSOL Energy Center The Penguins hope the third time is the charm for giving fans their first win in the new barn Wednesday. The Toronto Maple Leafs, perhaps surprisingly, are one of the leagues undefeated teams at 2-0-0. Last season, … Read more here
Staal video, D update, and Bill G in the house. Source: Chipped Ice
A couple of slices from the AM practice pizza to get everybody ready for Pens-Leafs tonight: — = C JORDAN STAALskated for the second time in three days, spending about 20 minutes on the ice at Consol Energy Center withstrength and conditioning coach MIKE KADAR. … Excerpt from

Locker Room Talking Points from Crosby, Letestu, Goligoski & Bylsma Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Locker Room Talking Points Sidney Crosby on Jordan Staal skating: Yeah know, that’s good. I think he’s happy to be skating at least, It’s been a long 4 or 5 months. So, yeah that’s encouraging.” Crosby not worried about lack of production: “Yeah I think so, ” Crosby said when asked if it’s too … Read more here

Staal skating on his own; return date uncertain Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Jordan Staal could do nothing but watch as his teammates lost their first two games at their new home, Consol Energy Center, but he has taken a step toward getting into the lineup as he has begun to skate on his own … Link

Jordan Staal Returns To Practice For The Pittsburg Penguins Wednesday Source: Bleacher Report
Photo credit: pittsburghpenguins.com On the morning of the fourth game of Pittsburgh’s season, a welcome sight skated onto the ice. Jordan Staal, who was injured in the playoffs last year but continued to play, suffered some setbacks which required surgery on his injured foot during the summer. First reports before the season said Staal would miss the preseason, but soon after it was revealed he’d miss part of the regular season as well … More here

Michalek, Orpik out; Comrie game-time decision; Staal skates – 10-13-10 Source: Empty Netters
A couple interesting developments at Penguins practice today. First, as suspected, Penguins defensemen Zbynek Michalek (shoulder) and Brooks Orpik (groin) will not play tonight against the Maple Leafs . Michalek (right) injured his right shoulder in Monday’s game against the Devils when he was … … Read more here

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 6, Islanders 4 – 10-13-10 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

Video: Game-Day: Dan Bylsma (10/13/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media prior to tonight’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Jordan Staal (10/13/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to the media after his skate with Penguins strength and conditioning coach, Mike Kadar. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Sidney Crosby (10/13/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks to the media after practice before the game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. … See video here

Video: Game-Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (10/13/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media after practice before the game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. … To see video click here

Video: Game-Day: Deryk Engelland (10/13/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Deryk Engelland talks to the media following practice before facing the Toronto Maple Leafs. … View video

Defensemen Orpik, Michalek to miss Penguins game Source: Post Gazette
Penguins defensemen Zbynek Michalek and Brooks Orpik will miss tonight’s game against Toronto at Consol Energy Center, coach Dan Bylsma said today … The rest is here

NHL: Pens concerned about Michalek’s injury Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Injury Update Defenseman Brooks Orpik and Zbynek Michalek will both miss tonight’s game and while the Penguins are not concerned about Brooks Orpik’s groin injury, he’s day-to-day, there is concern that Zbynek Michalek’s shoulder injury could be a long-term injury that sidelines him for months. Dan Bylsma said today in his media conference that … View post

Pens revamp 1st power play unit Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins revamped their first power play unit. Alex Goligoski is no longer on the point but remains on the 1st unit. Here’s how today’s new unit set up: Kunitz – Goligoski – Crosby Malkin – Martin … Go here to read the rest

Penguins, ARAMARK Donate Unused Concession Food To Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank As Part Of NHL’s ‘Rock And Wrap It Up’ Program Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins and ARAMARK are packing up all prepared but unsold concession food on game nights at CONSOL Energy Center and donating it to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. The effort is part of the National Hockey League&rs… … Excerpt from

Penguins Game Day: Orpik, Michalek out; Comrie healthy scratch? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Toronto Maple Leafs (2-0-0) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (1-2-0) The Pittsburgh Penguins have hit the ice for their morning skate. Zbynek Michalek and Brooks Orpik are not participating in the morning skate and as expected both players will miss tonight’s game … Link

Staal goes through first on-ice workout Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins center Jordan Staal (foot) went through his first individual on-ice workout this morning at the Consol Energy Center. … Link

@pghpenguins: Jordan Staal skating on the ice at CONSOL Energy Center earlier this morning – http://twitpic.com/2x9m6c

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Toronto Source: penguins.nhl.com
10:55 AM: Here are some photos from today’s morning skate: 10:37 AM: The Penguins had some new pairings at their Wednesday morning skate. Pascal Dupuis was elevated back to the top line with Sidney Crosby and Chris Kunitz. Mike Comrie did not take part in any line shifts … Continue reading here

Staal back on ice for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Jordan Staal hit the ice this morning for an individual workout session at Consol Energy Center. It was Staal’s first time in skates since this summer as he’s been healing from a right foot injury he suffered in May. … Visit link

Staal skates for Pens Source: Chipped Ice
Center Jordan Staal hit the ice this morning for an individual workout session at Consol Energy Center. Staal is out indefinitely with a right-foot injury. He has not played since mid-May in the Stanley Cup playoffs … Excerpt from

Jordan Staal Skates Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins center Jordan Staal skated on the CONSOL Energy Center ice Wednesday morning with strength coach Mike Kadar. Staal has been out of the lineup and on the injured-non roster list after having a procedure to cure an infection in his foot. Staal has been working out and hitting the ice was the next major step towards his recovery. … Follow this link

Video: Game-Day: Andrew Hutchinson (10/13/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins defenseman Andrew Hutchinson talks to the media, on being called up from the AHL for tonight’s game against Toronto. … Click here to view video

About the Maple Leafs – 10-13-10 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Maple Leafs. When and where: 7:30 p.m., Consol Energy Center. TV: FSN Pittsburgh, TSN … Go here to read the rest

Wisniewski gets 2-game suspension for gesture Source: Tribune-Review
Islanders defenseman James Wisniewski was suspended Tuesday by the NHL for two games because of an obscene gesture he made toward Sean Avery during a game. … Follow this link

Red Wings’ Maltby announces retirement Source: Tribune-Review
Saying he never could have imagined playing over 1,000 NHL games and winning four Stanley Cups, Detroit Red Wings’ forward Kirk Maltby announced his retirement on Tuesday. … More

Defensemen pick up scoring slack Source: Tribune-Review
Through the team’s first three games, Penguins defensemen have scored more points (10) than the team’s forwards (9). … View post

Empty Netter Assists – 10-13-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -ESPN’s John Buccigross reviews Consol Energy Center (above). -John Curry made 25 saves and led the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins to a 2-1 win against the rival Adirondack Phantoms . -After giving up … … More here

Some Kid Falling On Opening Night Could Bring Curse To Consol; But Not Really Source: The Pensblog
Big ups to Penshead.com for this footage of the opening night at Consol. At the 2:02 mark of the video, or a little before the point where the two adult males lose their dignity skating around with flags, some kid falls on the Consol Ice … Visit link

Penguins seeking first win at Consol Energy Center Source: Post Gazette
After showing off all its bells and whistles, after a successful exhibition season, after an opening-night ceremony that raised goose bumps if not banners, the spit-shined Consol Energy Center still lacks one crucial element: a Penguins regular-season win. OK, it only has been two games, but they were deflating one-goal losses. … See the article here

Marc-Andre Fleury: One of the Most Overrated Goaltenders in the NHL? Source: Bleacher Report
Confession: I have not been a fan of Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury since his days in the AHL. In 2004, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins were competing in the Calder Cup playoffs, and then-head coach Michel Therrien had no choice but to put him on the bench … View post

Hutchinson called up from WB/S Source: The Pensblog
From the Pens website. In the aftermath of Michalek and Orpik’s injuries that are shrouded in secrecy, this might not be good news … View post

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PensHead Daily Links 10-10-2010

Sunday, October 10th, 2010

Explained: Tangradi’s demotion Source: The Pensblog
Mike Colligan over at The Hockey Writers breaks down everything regarding Tangradi’s recent 10-minute demotion to the Wheeling Nailers. It’s an intimidating read, especially on a Sunday. He summed up the explanation with this closing paragraph: “In my experience, the Penguins are one of the most upfront teams in the NHL when it comes to reporting personnel moves and contract details immediately after they occur. As a fan if you feel betrayed by the team in a situation like this, just ask yourself how reasonable it is for a coach or general manager to read this article out loud at a podium.” Pens fans thank you, Mike … Read the rest here

RECAP: Fifth Avenue Meltdown. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
Basically this was Game 8 from last year’s playoff series. The Penguins outplayed the Canadiens at points, outshot them by a wide margain. … Read this article

BLAME WHERE IT SHOULD BE PLACED Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
By Mark Madden Yeah, Marc-Andre Fleury let in a terrible goal. But you wont win much averaging two goals per game. … See the article here

Ted Leonsis will get you an A in English Source: The Pensblog
Got this e-mail from someone who shall remain nameless. Although we will just call them Val Kilmer. … See the article here

Devils expected to be shorthanded against Pittsburgh Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins (0-2) will likely face a shorthanded New Jersey Devils (0-1-1) squad who may only be able to dress 9 forwards in tomorrow’s game. According to Tom Gulitti of NorthJersey.com, defenseman Anton Volchenkov and left wing Brian Rolston both sat out the Devils 25-minute practice today at Prudential Center. Volchenkov sustained a … See more here

Letestu elevated to the 2nd line Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
After scoring only two even strength goals through two games, head coach Dan Bylsma is looking to make changes at the forward position as the Penguins face the New Jersey Devils Monday afternoon. … See the article here

Martin Looks Forward to Homecoming Source: penguins.nhl.com
When the Penguins travel to Newark, N.J. on Monday afternoon for a 4 p.m. matinee tilt with the division rival New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center, it will be a homecoming game for defenseman Paul Martin. … View post

Baby Penguins Banter: 2010 Opening Night Recap Source: Bleacher Report
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins opened their regular season with a victory last night, defeating last year’s Calder Cup Champions, the Hershey Bears, in a shootout by a score of 4-3. After Hershey took a 1-0 lead three minutes into the game on a power play goal by Kyle Greentree, newcomer Chris Collins tied the score less than a minute later with help from Joe Vitale and Geoff Walker. … Follow this link

Failure to close out games remains a concern for Pens in 2010 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The recipe the Montreal Canadiens won with against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the spring 2010 playoffs worked again on Saturday night. The Canadiens scored timely goals, got better goaltending and the Mike Cammalleri “factor” showed up once again as the Canadiens defeated the Penguins 3-2 at the Consol Energy Center. In a back and forth closely matched … Continue reading here

We like Mike – 10-10-10 Source: Empty Netters
Mike Lange’s goal calls from Thursday’s game against the Flyers: qzBS3ZnUcjk … Read more

Empty Netter Assists – 10-10-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -So it’s 10-10-10? Can we call this Pierre Larouche-Ron Francis-Gary Roberts day … Follow this link

Penguins Report: Practice 10/10/10 Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:27 AM: Sidney Crosby (left) Eric Tangradi and coach Dan Bylsma (left); Mike Rupp (right) Mark Letestu (left); Crosby (right) Pascal Dupuis (left) 11:10 AM: The Penguins’ Sunday practice at CONSOL Energy Center had a different look than usual. The team, which will fly today to New Jersey and take on the Devils Monday at the odd start time of 4 p.m., switched up their line combinations … More here


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Week 5 Fantasy Football Preview Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Week 4 Studs Kyle Orton QB, Denver Broncos (341 yards and 2 touchdowns); Ladainian Tomlinson RB, New York Jets (133 rushing yards, 22 receiving yards, 2 touchdowns) Terrell Owens WR, Cincinnati Bengals (10 receptions, 222 yards and 1 touchdown); Reggie Wayne WR, Indianapolis Colts (15 receptions, 196 yard) Arian Foster RB, Houston Texans … Read more here

Web exclusive: Pens 1990-91 profile: Phil Bourque Source: Tribune-Review
Phil Bourque discusses his first career hat trick, the Penguins best trash talkers, his famous victory celebration speech and an unusual, never-repeated breakaway attempt and more. … Visit link

Atlanta goalie diagnosed with concussion Source: Tribune-Review
Atlanta Thrashers goalie Ondrej Pavelec has a concussion and remained hospitalized Saturday undergoing additional tests to determine why he collapsed in the season opener. … Continue reading here

Rossi: The best part of the job Source: Tribune-Review
The voice on the phone belonged to somebody who had promised me a first phone call. Within an hour, I had my first scoop of the free-agent season — before it unofficially started. … Read the rest here

NHLPA prefers to live in Fehr Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers don’t agree on much, but only hours before Thursday’s season opener, the bitters rivals were completely united. … Link

Capitals score four in the second, rout Devils Source: Tribune-Review
Alex Ovechkin beat Martin Brodeur on a penalty shot to complete Washington’s four-goal second period, and the Capitals got 31 saves from Michal Neuvirth in a 7-2 victory over the New Jersey Devils last night. … More

Asham’s injury provides time for Kennedy to impress Source: Tribune-Review
Coach Dan Bylsma said Kennedy is “back to where he was speed-wise and energy-wise at the start of last season.” Injuries limited him to 13 goals in 64 regular-season games last season. … See the rest here

Therrien visits Consol as Minnesota scout Source: Tribune-Review
Michel Therrien probably once dreamed of coaching the Penguins in Consol Energy Center. Last night, he settled for watching his old team from the press box. … See the rest here

Third-period goals lead Canadiens past Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
Late third-period goals by Penguins-killing winger Mike Cammalleri and center Scott Gomez sent the Penguins to a stunning second straight home defeat, 3-2. … The rest is here

NHL Roundup: Vrbata leads Coyotes in return to Prague Source: Post Gazette
Radim Vrbata scored twice and added an assist to lead Phoenix Coyotes past the Boston Bruins, 5-2, in their NHL season-opening game in Prague. … Link

Penguins: Loss a blip on radar as Montreal goals deflate Fleury lateCFB WEEK 6 2010 CFB 2010 WEEK 5 Source: Post Gazette
Six months from now, when the regular season is winding down, this game will have been forgotten. Perhaps people will recall some of the more gory details but odds are only a few will. … View post

Therrien wild about Penguins, Consol Source: Post Gazette
He had watched them on TV, felt a sense of pride for those he had helped develop, but former coach Michel Therrien had not attended a Penguins game in more than a year and half, until Saturday night. He was at their game against Montreal as a newly hired pro scout for Minnesota. … Excerpt from

Penguins Notebook: With Staal sitting, Rupp’s repertoire grows Source: Post Gazette
With Jordan Staal out of the lineup indefinitely because of a foot infection, the Penguins have turned to another big body to help fill in. … More here

On the Penguins: The Lebron Precedent Source: Post Gazette
No need to worry today, tomorrow, next year or the year after that, but … … View post

Thoughts after Pens’ 3-2 loss to MTL at CEC. Source: Chipped Ice
Something new this season for select home games. … Continue reading here

Aftermath: Canadiens 3, Penguins 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Penguins lose in final minutes Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins fell to 0-2 at Consol Energy Center as Montreal came from behind in the final three minutes of regulation for a 3-2 win tonight. … Read more here

Penguins-Canadiens In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
0:00: Montreal strikes twice within a 24-second span on goals by Cammalleri and Gomez to sneak out a 3-2 win over the Penguins. Evgeni Malkin and Mark Letestu score the Pittsburgh goals. The Penguins will be back in action at 4 p.m. … Read more here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (10/9/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Nemacolin Big 5 feature shown in game on Oct 9, 2010 vs the Montreal Canadiens … Click here to view video

Video: Post-game Mark Letestu (10/9/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mark Letestu talks to reporters following tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens. … View video here

Video: Post-game Brooks Orpik (10/9/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to reporters following tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens. … See video here

Video: Post-game Coach Bylsma (10/9/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma talks to reporters following tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-game Sidney Crosby (10/9/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks to reporters following tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens. … Watch video here

Video: Post-game Matt Cooke (10/9/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke talks to reporters following tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens. … Watch video here

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Be Part Of Mario Mosaic At Consol Energy Center

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

Pens opened up the series with a huge thrust. Apparently no one told Habs or the league that Pens were amazing on the power play, at least for one game. You know you are playing a great game when kids like Craig Adams and Alex Goligoski  are scoring goals. Habs lost Andrei Markov who is out indefinitely with a lower body injury on clean hit that was delivered by Matt Cooke. In return Habs took out Jordan Staal who is out indefinitely as well. Dan Bylsma updated media on Staal’s condition stating “a procedure to repair a lacerated tendon in his foot.” “As far as a time frame goes we will not put a time frame on it at this point,” Bylsma said. “But he has not been ruled out for a return.”

Game 2 looked much like one of the last few games in the Caps vs Habs series. I am sure Dan Bylsma has a plan of adjustments for game 3. What i personally want to see Pens do is get in Halak’s face, less plays from behind the net and more plays in front of the net. Poni is not doing what he is supposed to do. I want to see guys like Craig Adams and Matt Cooke step up and score goals because its clear that Habs D will be all over Crosby and Malkin but unlike Ovie and Semin our boys actually know how to pass the puck. Loss of Staal has huge impact on PK and we simply can not afford to take stupid penalties such as interference penalty that Fedotenko took in the first period of game 2, simply unacceptable.  I am sure Tenk has best intentions and his attendance at optional practices show just that, but he might as well has been wearing Habs jersey in game 2. I want to see him step up and play like its 2004 SCF game 7.

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Want to be part of Mario Lemieux Mosaic? You can reserve your place in Pittsburgh’s new Consol Energy Center and help Mario give others a chance to win! For just a $66.00 donation to the Mario Lemieux Foundation, your photograph, combined with thousands of others, will create a 20’ x 8’ Mario Mosaic that pays tribute to the career of Pittsburgh Penguins hockey legend and Hall-of-Famer, Mario Lemieux. The mosaic will be displayed in the main lobby of the new Consol Energy Center, allowing the general public to view the mosaic during regular business hours free of charge! Details here … http://www.mariomosaic.com/

Speaking of Consol Enegry Center. Have you seen these photo updates?

“The Penguins Beard-A-Thon has already raised just over $66K for the Lemieux Foundation…..like that number……Let’s Go Pens!”

One-On-One With Former Pens Coach Michel Therrien KDKA Exclusive. VIDEOS: Therrien On Pens-Sens – Therrien On Geno & Sid – Therrien On Habs

Penguins sign Dr. Pepper Snapple Group for Consol Energy Center

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