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PensHead Daily Links 08-15-2011

Monday, August 15th, 2011

Report: Crosby still dealing with concussion-like symptoms (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Ray Shero told reporters Monday that center Sidney Crosby is still dealing with concussion-like symptoms which may delay his return to the ice. Sherro addressed Crosby’s recovery progress after a Twitter report suggested that Crosby would not… … The rest is here

Don Granato, Brother of Pens Assistant Coach Tony Granato, Named USNTDP Head Coach Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coaching certainly runs in the Granato family. Don Granato, the younger brother of Penguins assistant coach Tony Granato, was named head coach of USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program (USNTDP) in Ann Arbor, Mich., on Monday. D… … Read more here

Gallery: Every NHL team jersey re-imagined as soccer kits (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Last week, we brought you several NHL sweaters that had been re-imagined as soccer kits. We loved them. You loved them. … Continued here

Penguins playing waiting game with Crosby (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Sidney Crosby’s summer vacation is almost over. Still, there’s no telling when the Pittsburgh Penguins star will return to work. … More

Bylsma Keeps Busy as Training Camp Approaches Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins may wear black and gold, but last week head coach Dan Bylsma was all about the red, white and blue. Bylsma just returned from Lake Placid, N.Y., where he served as an assistant coach at the 2011 U.S. National Junior Evaluation … … More here

Penguins still playing waiting game with Crosby (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby’s summer vacation is almost over. Still, there’s no telling when the Pittsburgh Penguins star will return to work. … See more here

Hilary Duff and husband expecting first child (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Hilary Duff is pregnant. The 23-year-old actress announced on her website Sunday that she and her hockey-player husband, Mike Comrie, are expecting their first child. … Visit link

Puck Headlines: GM on Crosby’s status; Happy Gilmore parade (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. That gentleman on the right? Chris Chelios. … Read more

NHL Star Sidney Crosby Still Suffering from Post-Concussion Symptoms This Summer Source: Bleacher Report
Pittsburgh Penguins superstar Sidney Crosby , one of our generation’s best players and the face of the NHL , has suffered from post-concussion symptoms this summer, according to team general manager Ray Shero via ESPN . “I think he has had some symptoms on and off depending on how hard he’s pushed himself, and he has pushed himself pretty hard this summer, which is the good news,” Shero told reporters Monday … Read more

Penguins still playing waiting game with Crosby (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer … Read more here

Duff, Comrie expecting their first child (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – Hilary Duff and hockey-player hubby Mike Comrie are expecting their first child. … Excerpt from

Bylsma hints at big role for Steve Sullivan on the power play Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma met with the media today at the team’s annual summer youth clinic, and while most of the media members were there for any potential comments on Sidney Crosby (nothing new, he’s 3-4 weeks from being evaluated), the most intriguing comments from Bylsma was about free agent signee’s Jason Williams and … Read this article

Ray Shero Media Conference: August 15, 2011 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins general manager Ray Shero met with the media Monday afternoon. Here’s the transcript of what Shero had to say: On the reports that Sidney Crosby will not be ready for the start of the season: As I said late last night, I think (Sid… … Read this article

Starling Marte named Eastern League Player of the Week Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Altoona Curve outfielder Starling Marte was named the Eastern League Player of the Week for the week ending August 14th, the Eastern League office announced earlier today. It is the first career Player of the Week award for Marte and it’s the third time this season a Curve player has been selected as a Player … Read this article

NHL: Intrigue inside Pens organization about Jason Williams Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Williams to push for top-9, power play role? A potential sleeper to keep an eye on next month when camp begins is veteran forward Jason Williams. Williams who has 93 career goals, is not that far removed from a 19 goal, 47 point performance in 2008-2009. … Link

Jeffrey meeting with team doctors today Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins center Dustin Jeffrey (knee surgery)is meeting with team doctors today. Jeffrey is looking to receivethe go-ahead to begin skating, head coach Dan Bylsma said.The team has been confident thatJeffrey could be close to full health by start of camp. … Continued here

Shero: Crosby Continues to Progress Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins center Sidney Crosby has been continuing with his usual summer workout routine and is progressing well in his recovery from a concussion he suffered in early January, according to Penguins general manager Ray Shero. … See the article here

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Penguins’ Shero says Crosby’s symptoms not constant Source: Post Gazette
Penguins general manager Ray Shero today said he’s not sure what type of symptoms team captain Sidney Crosby is still experiencing as he recovers from a concussion, but that they appear only when he pushes himself hard in offseason workouts … Read more

Listen To Puck Daddy Radio for Sid, Isles party, bust teams (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
It’s a Monday edition of Puck Daddy Radio — which, as you know, is now weekly for the summer — and we’re chatting about the following and much more: Special Guest Stars: Rob Rossi of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review and Continue reading … The rest is here

GM: Crosby still hampered by occasional symptoms Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins general manager Shero admits that Sidney Crosby continues to be hampered by occasional symptoms when “he pushes himself hard.” … View post

Crosby progressing “really well” according to GM Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Sidney Crosby dealing with some minor concussion symptoms throughout his summer workouts has not been a surprised to the team. GM Ray Shero said today at the team’s Summer Youth clinic that he thinks Crosby has progressed “really well” this summer. The Penguins have no idea whether Crosby will be ready for the start of … View post

Video: Media Update: Ray Shero (8/15/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins GM Ray Shero addresses the media from the RMU Island Sports Center. … Watch video here

Video: Media Update: Dan Bylsma (8/15/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Head Coach Dan Bylsma addresses the media from the RMU Island Sports Center. … Click here to view video

What We Learned: NHL needs to get its priorities in order (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Hello, this is a feature that will run through the entire season and aims to recap the weekend’s events and boils those events down to one admittedly superficial fact or stupid opinion about each team. … See the rest here

The Biggest Non-Update On Sidney Crosby Ever Source: The Pensblog
The only reason we're even posting any of this Crosby stuff is because it's August. From the PG: Shero said despite a Twitter report that Crosby would not be ready for the Penguins' Oct. 6 season opener at Vancouver, nothing has been determined about when Crosby will play. … See more here

Penguins’ Crosby won’t be ready for season? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby last played an NHL game on Jan. 5 and won’t be seen in one in the… … The rest is here

Shero: Sidney Crosby has not ‘shut down’ offseason training Source: Tribune-Review
The occasional recurrence of concussion symptoms has not forced Penguins superstar center Sidney Crosby to “shut down” his offseason training, general manager Ray Shero said late Sunday. … More

Penguins’ Crosby continues to make progress; no decision on status yet Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center and captain Sidney Crosby has had some symptoms this summer as he recovers from a concussion, but they had been anticipated, and overall Crosby and the team are happy with his progress, general manager Ray Shero said late Sunday night. … Read the rest here

More from GM Ray Shero on Sidney Crosby. Source: Chipped Ice
Some highlights of my conversation late Sunday with Penguins GM Ray Shero about the status of C Sidney Crosby: –On reoccurrence of concussion symptoms during Crosbys offseason training: Ive been in touch with Sids doctors (and) Sid this weekend. Hes progressed well this summer. Had some symptoms at different points, depending on how hard hes pushed himself … Read more

Here Come The Crosby Rumors, Shero Responds; Bylsma to respond as well Source: The Pensblog
It has been a peaceful summer. … See the rest here

My take on the New Crosby Rumor out there: ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Surprise! We’re about a month away from the start of training camp and suspicious and speculative rumors of Sidney Crosby suffering headaches and not being ready for the opener popped up. … Read more here

Vacation post – 08-15-11 Source: Empty Netters
-Happy 48th birthday to former Penguins defenseman Peter Taglianetti (right). … Read the rest here

Sidney Crosby missing start of season? Contact is the key (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Josh Rimer, a producer for XM NHL Home Ice, sent tongues a-wagging on Sunday when he tweeted the following news about Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby, who is working his way back from a season-ending concussion: “Hearing from 3 sources Continue reading … More

Pens invite Russian sniper to camp Source: The Pensblog
The Pittsburgh Penguins have invited Russian forward prospect Daniil Tarasov to the annual prospect tournament in Oshawa, Ontario. Tarasov played last season in the top junior league in America, the USHL . In 57 games with the Indiana Ice, he tallied 75 points (37+38) in just 57 games, earning himself USHL All-Rookie and All-Star achievements. … Excerpt from

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PensHead Daily Links 08-14-2011

Sunday, August 14th, 2011

Mike Comrie, Mr. Mom? Hilary Duff is pregnant (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Please recall last week when former Pittsburgh Penguins forward Mike Comrie, 30, announced his NHL career is on hold until his injured hip is properly healed. … See the rest here

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Larry Foote Sucks Source: The Pensblog
Ken Laird tweeted this from Steelers camp: Guaranteed some Steeler fans high-fived after this tweet. Sorry to make a mountain out of Larry Foote's meaningless career, but this just makes us angry. … Read this article

Puck Daddy defends the Islanders viewing party Source: The Pensblog
Here's the link. … Read the rest here

In defense of Islanders’ viewing party of violence vs. Penguins (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
What if we told you there was an NHL game recently that had 12 goals scored between the two teams; a combined 346 penalty minutes with two line brawls; a combined 23 games in suspensions handed out; an NHL owner Continue reading … View post

Penguins Prospects: Agostino makes big impression at USA Hockey national junior evaluations Source: Post Gazette
Perhaps, it was an omen that, when left winger Kenny Agostino showed up for a flight to Lake Placid, N.Y., there was Penguins coach Dan Bylsma. … Link

Vacation post – 08-14-11 Source: Empty Netters
-Happy 31st birthday to former Penguins forward Adam Hall . A free agent signing prior to the 2007-08 season, Hall’s Penguins career amounted to 46 games and six points that campaign. In the postseason, he saw action in 17 games and scored four points as the team advanced to the Stanley Cup Final. … See more here

The 2/11 Viewing Party. What They’re Saying. Source: The Pensblog
Props to Joe Y. over at ProHockeyTalk for catching wind of the Islanders' viewing party and putting up a piece about it. … The rest is here

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PensHead Daily Links 08-08-2011

Monday, August 8th, 2011

Hockey Guilty Pleasures: Randy Hahn, San Jose Sharks announcer (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
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NHL Tough Guy Targets to End Bullying Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguin Dave “The Hammer” Schultz is widely regarded as one of the toughest NHL players ever to play the game. And considering his 2,294 career penalty minutes in just 535 games and his NHL record 472 PIMs in the 1974-75 season,… … Link

NFL News: Raven sign RB Ricky Williams Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Baltimore Ravens have bolstered their running back situation with the signing of 34 year old Ricky Williams. Williams signed a two year deal and will be the primary backup behind Ray Rice. Williams, 34, rushed for 673 yards and 2 touchdowns last season with Miami … Continue reading here

Penguins Select 2011-12 Male Ice Crew Members Source: penguins.nhl.com
On Saturday, the Penguins selected the female members of the 2011-12 Ice Crew. On Sunday, it was the guys’ turn. … Continued here

Mike Comrie doesn’t retire despite all the reasons he should (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Mike Comrie has been in the NHL for 10 seasons, is married to a rather attractive Hollywood star and is poised to make bank when he inherits that money from The Brick. He’s got a few reasons why his injury-plagued, Continue reading … View post

NHL Power Rankings: Top 10 Enforcers Currently in the NHL Source: Bleacher Report
When the Pittsburgh Penguins signed Steve MacIntyre earlier this offseason, General Manager Ray Shero knew he was claiming ownership to one of the NHL ‘s most capable bodyguards for one of the league’s most elite teams. MacIntyre sent a chilling message to the NHL in the first game of the 2010-2011 season by knocking out Raitis Ivanans. Ivanans has not played since. … View post

Mario Lemieux in NHL 12? Source: The Pensblog
Tags: GameTrailers.com , NHL 12 – Exclusive Legends Teaser HD , PC Games , PlayStation 3 , Xbox 360 It certainly looks like it ! Maybe they even managed to fit him embarrassing Ray Bourque into the game. If they've added classic players (or hopefully classic teams) into the game, we're running out to the store right now to get in line. Hockey's coming. … Visit link

Penguins/Pittsburgh Prospects Making Mark on USA Evaluation Camp Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma is in Lake Placid, NY for the 2011 U.S. National Junior Evaluation Camp, but he isn’t the only Pittsburgh/Penguins representative attending. Penguins draft picks Kenneth Agostino (fifth round, 140th overall, 2010 NHL Draft) and Bryan Rust (third round, 80th overall, 2010 NHL Draft) and Pittsburgh-natives J.T … Continued here

Staal Shoulders Full Workload this Summer Source: penguins.nhl.com
Last summer, Penguins center Jordan Staal spent a lot of time sitting around and resting. His ability to workout and condition himself was hampered by an infection in his foot – which forced him to miss training camp and the opening week… … Continued here

Pittsbugh Penguins: Five Things to Worry About Besides Sidney Crosby’s Health Source: Bleacher Report
The countdown is on until NHL training camps open. Shortly after that, we will see preseason hockey again and those of us that are considered hardcore NHL fans will feel complete once again. … Continue reading here

Video: Jordan Staal Summer Workout (8/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal sent PensTV a quick update of how he has been working out this summer. … Watch here

What We Learned: Why the Coyotes are primed for failure (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Hello, this is a feature that will run through the entire season and aims to recap the weekend’s events and boils those events down to one admittedly superficial fact or stupid opinion about each team. Feel free to complain about Continue reading … Read the rest here

Rumors swirl around Pittsburgh, NHL Draft Source: Tribune-Review
A decision has not been finalized, but the 2012 NHL Entry Draft appears one step closer to landing in Pittsburgh for the first time in 15 years. … Visit link

59 Days… Source: The Pensblog
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Vacation post – 08-08-11 Source: Empty Netters
-Happy 61st birthday to former Penguins all-star forward Greg Polis . A first-round pick in 1970, Polis spent parts of four seasons with the Penguins … Visit link

Oilers’ Smyth gets a glimpse of Ryan Nugent-Hopkins at development camp (The Edmonton Journal) Source: Yahoo Sports
Ryan Smyth doesnt think his career path will lead to coaching, not after being behind the Red bench Saturday as the junior team blew a three-goal lead in the Hockey Canada summer development camp scrimmage at Rexall Place. But Smyth liked what he saw from possible Edmonton Oilers teammate Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. … Read the rest here

From Russia with Love: Kadar Q&A Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins strength and conditioning coach Mike Kadar spent two weeks in Moscow, Russia to help center Evgeni Malkin train and rehab his right knee, which suffered ligament damage in February. … Continued here

Your 2011-2012 Ice Crew Girls Source: The Pensblog
The Pens tweeted this earlier today: Yay . We can almost hear the blaring music, forced in-game entertainment and Ryan Mill's bullshit voice. The season is almost here everyone. … Link

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PensHead Daily Links 06-02-2011

Thursday, June 2nd, 2011

Crosby cleared for off-ice workouts; training camp looks promising Source: Post Gazette
Penguins general manager Ray Shero isn’t ready to proclaim that he expects Sidney Crosby to be ready for the start of training camp. … Read this article

Penguins C Crosby cleared for workouts (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Penguins center Sidney Crosby has been cleared by team doctors to start offseason, off-ice workouts. Crosby played his last game on Jan. … See more here

Crosby cleared for off-ice workouts (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Pittsburgh Penguins superstar Sidney Crosby has been cleared to resume off-ice workouts in a few weeks. … Link

Pens’ Crosby cleared to begin off-ice workouts Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Sidney Crosby has received clearance from team doctors to start off-season off-ice workouts the first step toward his potential return to normal hockey activities. … Continued here

Crosby to resume workouts back home in Nova Scotia Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
It appears Penguins center Sidney Crosby will go through a normal summer workout routine in the hopes of being healthy for the start of training camp. Crosby who is still recovering from two concussions he suffered in January, has received clearance from Dr. Michael Collins of UPMC to resume workouts. … Continued here

Crosby Able To Start Summer Workout Program Source: The Pensblog
Yes, this is what qualifies as news right now. From PittsburghPenguins.com : Penguins center Sidney Crosby met with Dr. Michael Collins of UPMC Tuesday and is starting his summer program of off-ice workouts… … See the rest here

Crosby to Start Summer Workout Program Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share Penguins center Sidney Crosby met with Dr. Michael Collins of UPMC Tuesday and is starting his summer program of off-ice workouts. He will be joined by his long-time personal trainer for the next 2-3 weeks … … More

NHL Free Agency: Pittsburgh Penguins Could Be Victim to FA’s Strong Performances Source: Bleacher Report
As free agency nears, talks between Pittsburgh Penguins General Manager Ray Shero and the team’s restricted and unrestricted free agents have picked up, decisions are already being made and players have already turned in their black and gold jerseys for the last time. To the surprise of none, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported forwards Alex Kovalev and Mike Comrie would not be returning to the team this fall. In fact, there is a possibility Comrie could have played his last NHL game because the long-term condition of his hip looks bleak despite surgery at the beginning of the 2010-2011 season. … Visit link

Burrows’s bite suspendable act: Marouelli (CBC.ca) Source: Yahoo Sports
In a chat with CBCSports.ca, former official Dan Marouelli believes Alex Burrows should be suspended for biting the finger of Patrice Bergeron, and beleives fans will see a reduction in penalties for Game 2. … Link

Penguins – Thrashers – A rivalry with its moments – 06-02-11 Source: Empty Netters
Labeling the Penguins and Thrashers as rivals is a bit misleading. In 11 seasons, the Penguins racked up a 33-9-2 record against the expansion franchise. They managed to sweep the season series five different times in those 11 seasons … Read more here

Luongo, Canucks blank Bruins (CBC.ca) Source: Yahoo Sports
Roberto Luongo earned his third shutout of the 2011 postseason with a 36-save performance and another one-goal win that saw Raffi Torres score with 18.5 seconds remaining in the third period on Wednesday to topple the Boston Bruins. … Continued here

Correia first pitcher to earn 7 road wins in team’s first 54 games since 2000 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Kevin Correia earned his 8th win of the season last night against the New York Mets and continued his dominance on the road. Correia now has 7 roads wins, two more than anyone in the majors. Of note, Correia is the first pitcher to earn seven road wins in the team’s first 54 games, since … Excerpt from

Combine Blog: Day 3 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh-area NHL prospect J.T. Miller will be providing www.PittsburghPenguins.com with a daily blog of his experience from the 2011 NHL Combine in Toronto, Ontario, which goes from May 30 to June 4 … Read more

Giant Douche Brendan Shanahan Takes Over For Colin Campbell Source: The Pensblog
One of the biggest babies of all time will now dish out suspensions. [ Usatoday ] We hope he doesn't hold any grudges against OCDB ( Out-Coached-Dan-Bylsma) … Read more here

Pens/NHL Tidbits: Increased cap won’t influence Pens to overpay free agents to be Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
DePaoli’s Thursday Morning Pens/NHL Notes *NHL executive Bill Daly told reporters in Vancouver that the NHL salary cap could be as high as $63.5 million for the 2011-2012 season. That is great news for teams like the Flyers, Penguins, Rangers but not good news for small market teams who are struggling to spend to the … Excerpt from

On the Fast Track Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share At age 2, most children are learning how to run, jump and climb – on solid ground. Not Brandon Saad … Read more here

Empty Netter Assists – 06-02-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Former Penguins defenseman Colin Campbell (right) is resigning from his position as the NHL’s discipline cza r. He will be replaced by former Devils/Whalers/Blues/Red Wings/Rangers forward Brendan Shanahan. … See more here

Late goal lifts Canucks in Game 1 of finals Source: Tribune-Review
Raffi Torres scored on an exceptional pass from Jannik Hansen with 18.5 seconds to play, and the Vancouver Canucks dramatically beat the Boston Bruins. … Visit link

NHL commissioner expects 2012 realignment Source: Tribune-Review
Commissioner Gary Bettman believes the NHL will adopt a more balanced schedule when the relocated Winnipeg franchise likely moves to the Western Conference in 2012. … View post

Burrows could face discipline for apparent bite (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Boston forward Patrice Bergeron wasn’t surprised how quickly the Stanley Cup finals turned nasty, but he was shocked to feel Canucks counterpart Alex Burrows chomp down on the tip of his finger. … The rest is here

Penguins’ idea for Civic Arena site questioned Source: Post Gazette
For months, the Penguins have been criticizing proponents of saving the Civic Arena for the lack of a viable redevelopment plan. Now a city councilman has turned the tables on the team. … Link

Penguins team to educate about dangers of concussions Source: Post Gazette
After a season in which they were without star center and team captain Sidney Crosby for 48 games, including the Stanley Cup playoffs, the Penguins are all too familiar with the dangers of concussions. The team is trying to educate the youth hockey community in Western Pennsylvania about those same dangers. … Read more here

Cup Finals: Canucks take Game 1 behind Torres game winner with 18.5 seconds left Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Vancouver 1 – Boston 0 VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Raffi Torres ended an ugly Stanley Cup finals opener with a dramatic flash of beauty for the Vancouver Canucks. Torres scored on an exceptional pass from Jannik Hansen with 18.5 seconds to play, and the Canucks stunned the Boston Bruins 1-0 Wednesday night. Roberto Luongo made … View post

Torres??? late goal puts Canucks past Bruins 1-0 Source: Post Gazette
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Campbell steps down as NHL disciplinarian (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
VANCOUVER – A new man will be handing out the discipline in the NHL. … See the rest here

Video: PensTV Exclusive: Brandon Saad Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo of pittsburghpenguins.com sits down with Pittsburgh area native and NHL Draft prospect Brandon Saad. … View video

Thrashers bid tearful farewell to Atlanta Source: Post Gazette
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PensHead Daily Links 05-31-2011

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

Instructors Hope to Inspire Girls to Follow Their Dreams Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share Young girls who wanted to try their hands at hockey used to have to join boys’ teams if they wanted to play. But the Penguins are hoping to help change that by continuing to aid the growth and dev… … Read more here

TGI Friday’s Grand Opening Source: penguins.nhl.com
T.G.I. Friday’s held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, May 31 at its new Fifth Avenue storefront in CONSOL Energy Center. … Link

Thrashers officially sold, on the move to Winnipeg – 05-31-11 Source: Empty Netters
Fifteen years after the Jets packed up and moved to the desert, the NHL is returning to Winnipeg. After several weeks of negotiations, the Atlanta Spirit, the ownership group of the Thrashers, has agreed to sell the franchise to True North Sports and Entertainment … … More

Sidney Crosby vs Alex Ovechkin: The NHL’s Clark Kent and Lex Luthor Rivalry Source: Bleacher Report
Within each great rivalry is a great story, and superstars Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals have both inked stories in their short time as professional hockey players, many of them involving each other and the colossal clashes that take place when their teams meet. … Read this article

Sidney Crosby: 8 Bold Predictions for His 2011-12 Season Source: Bleacher Report
Before suffering a pair of concussions in January, Sidney Crosby was unquestionably the best player in the world. … See the rest here

Thrashers moving to Winnipeg next season Source: Tribune-Review
True North Sports and Entertainment announced Tuesday at Winnipeg’s MTS Centre that it has purchased the Atlanta Thrashers and will shift them to Canada next season. … Follow this link

Mike Comrie and Alex Kovalev Won’t Be Penguins Next Season Source: Bleacher Report
What a crazy year for the Pittsburgh Penguins . They opened their new gorgeous arena, the Consol Energy Center. They played and hosted the Winter Classic at Heinz Field … View post

Good company – 05-31-11 Source: Empty Netters
If you play 22 seasons in the NHL, you’re bound to reach more than a few notable milestones throughout your career. Such is the case with Mark Recchi who has scored 1,533 career points, 12th-most in NHL history. The Bruins forward and former Penguins all-star has a chance at reaching another milestone which only a handful of elite players can claim. … Read the rest here

NHL: Godard being brought back at lesser salary? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
A topic among the Penguins brass at the upcoming Pro Scouting meetings on June 6-8 will be enforcer Eric Godard. Some have predicted that the writing is on the wall that Godard won’t be brought back but those inside the organization have told me not to count Godard out of the team’s plans just yet. … Go here to read the rest

The 10 oddest places the Stanley Cup has ever visited (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The first team to win the Stanley Cup was the Montreal Hockey Club in 1893. … Read more here

Combine Blog: Day 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh-area NHL prospect J.T. Miller will be providing www.PittsburghPenguins.com with a daily blog of his experience from the 2011 NHL Combine in Toronto, Ontario, which goes from May 30 to June 4. Miller, who grew up in Coraopolis, Pa … See the rest here

Video: PensTV Exclusive: J.T. Miller Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo of pittsburghpenguins.com sits down with NHL Draft prospect J.T. Miller. … Click here to view video

Miller Time Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share This year, the Penguins are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their first-ever Stanley Cup. J.T. … Read more here

Recchi retiring if Bruins win Cup (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Boston Bruins and Vancouver Canucks take the ice Wednesday night to kick off the Stanley Cup Finals and if… … Continued here

Bruins won’t take Canucks lightly Source: Tribune-Review
After the Bruins practiced one last time on Monday in Boston, and before they took off for Vancouver, they were more than complimentary of their next opponent. … The rest is here

Pics Of The Season: Part 1 Source: The Pensblog
Every Tuesday- maybe- we'll take a look at some of our favorite pics of the season Anthem pic from the first preason game in Consol. Not pictured: Ryan Mill ruining everything. Brett Sterling, a star of the game. … Read more here

Penguins relinquish rights to prospects Bathgate, Ekbom Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins will relinquish their rights to two prospects, center Andy Bathgate and defenseman Viktor Ekbom. Both were 2009 draft choices and had to be signed by June 1 if the Penguins wanted to hold onto them. They will go into the talent pool for the draft June 24-25 in St … Excerpt from

Empty Netter Assists – 05-31-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -The Penguins relinquished the rights to forawrd Andy Bathgate (right), a fifth-round pick in 2009, and defenseman Viktor Ekbom, an a sixth-rounder in 2009 . Both players will be eligible for this month’s draft … The rest is here

Kaib Ready for the Next Step Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share “Leave no stone unturned” is an idiom that’s normally used when searching for a lost item or embarking on a house hunt. But for Barrett Kaib, that was basically his motto when it came t… … See the article here

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PensHead Daily Links 04-26-2011

Tuesday, April 26th, 2011

Pens Ready for Home Crowd’s Support Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share There’s a reason why the Penguins battled until the bitter end of the regular season to have home-ice advantage in the playoffs, and it’s going to be apparent on Wednesday night’s Game 7 a… … Go here to read the rest

Post-Practice Notes: Letang says for the most part, power play has given them momentum Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Practice Notes Here are some tidbits from today’s optional skate. … Visit link

Tuesdays With Stoosh: 4.26 Source: The Pensblog
At one point last night, I had a whole separate post initially written up for this. I started doing the Liveblog thing last night, in part because it worked well for Game Three (back when we knew what winning felt like) and in part because anything I pre-wrote for today would be tinged by the events of Game Six and most likely rendered moot … Read more

Lightning-Penguins preview: Game 7 offers contrast (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins have given it their all ever since Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin left the lineup with injuries. Have they run out of gas … Excerpt from

Pittsburgh Penguins: 10 Bold Predictions for Their Offseason Source: Bleacher Report
With the Penguins scheduled for a Casket Match Game 7 on Wednesday, some of the Pens fanbase are turning into bridge-jumpers. Not me. I have all the confidence in the world that the Flightless Birds will pull this one out at home with the CEC faithful cheering them of. … Read the rest here

Video: Off-Day: Mark Letestu (4/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mark Letestu talks to reporters following practice at the CONSOL Energy Center. … See this video

Video: Off-Day: Dan Bylsma (4/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following practice at the CONSOL Energy Center. … Click here to view video

Video: Penguins Insider (4/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo brings you the latest on the Penguins’ first round match up with the Tampa Bay Lightning. … Watch here

Video: Off-Day: Kris Letang (4/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang talks to reporters after practice at the CONSOL Energy Center. … See this video

Fan Guide vs. Tampa Bay: Game 7 Source: penguins.nhl.com
For fans that are heading to CONSOL Energy Center on Wednesday, April 27 for the Penguins’ 8 p.m. playoff game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, here are some key points of information: Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. for the 8 p.m. … Excerpt from

Game 7 Showdown Features Whiteout, Big Screen Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins are calling for a whiteout for their Game 7 showdown with the Tampa Bay Lightning Wednesday night at 8 p.m. at CONSOL Energy Center. Fans are encouraged to wear white jerseys, sweaters or t-shirts to create whiteou… … More here

Penguins Report: 4/26/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens hold optional practice, 13 players participate (2:20 PM). Coach Bylsma excited for the Game 7 atmosphere (1:41 PM) … Visit link

Deciding Penguins-Lightning game starts at 8 p.m. Source: Tribune-Review
Game 7 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinal series between the Penguins and Tampa Bay Lightning will start at 8 p.m. tomorrow. … Read more

Penguins’ Game 7 start time pushed back Source: Post Gazette
The starting time for Game 7 of the Penguins’ first-round playoff series against Tampa Bay Wednesday at Consol Energy Center has been pushed back to 8:08 p.m. by the NHL. … Read the rest here

Penguins – Lightning: 8:00 p.m. Start for Game 7 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Game 7 between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Tampa Bay Lightning will be an 8:00 p.m. start at the Consol Energy Center. … More

Penguins-Lightning Game 7 will be Played Wednesday at 8 p.m. at CONSOL Energy Center Source: penguins.nhl.com
The NHL announced that the Pittsburgh Penguins and Tampa Bay Lightning will play Game 7 of their opening round Stanley Cup playoff series on Wednesday, April 27, at 8 p.m. at CONSOL Energy Center. The game will be broadcast locally on ROOT SPO… … See the rest here

Fleury has given up 4 goals or more in 5 of his last 8 post-season starts Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Goaltender Marc Andre Fleury goes into Wednesday’s Game 7 with a 4-6 record and 2.80 Goals-Against-Average in his last 10 post-season starts. Fleury has given up 4 or more goals in 3 of his last 5 starts against the Lightning and 5 of his last 8 post-season starts overall. … Continue reading here

@WBSPenguins: Get your LET'S DO THIS Cheer Poster in Wednesday's edition of the Times Leader. Show your support! #letsdothis – http://twitpic.com/4pt59y

Game Seven: Anything Can Happen Source: The Pensblog
Hope for the best, prepare for the worst… … Visit link

Top heavy – 04-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
(Note: Game 7 is scheduled for an 8 p.m. start.) Late in the regular season, one NHL coach repeatedly called Kris Letang, Brooks Orpik, Paul Martin and Zbynek Michalek the best group of top four defensemen in the league. Few would argue that point given how much the Penguins defense improved statistically in 2010-11. … Visit link

Historic playoff victories for NHL expansion teams (Associated Content) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Nashville Predators of the NHL earned their first-ever playoff series win by defeating the Anaheim Ducks four games to two in the best-of-seven opening round. It was the team's first series win since the team first played in the 1998-99 season. … See the article here

Penguins – Lightning Game 6 Reactions Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Game 6 Reactions The Penguins are scheduled to practice today at 2:00 p.m.. … Excerpt from

Empty Netter Assists – 04-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
Playoff Stuff Penguins – Lightning -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “That’s what happens in the playoffs … Read the rest here

NFL teams already contacting free agents Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The NFL has truly entered uncharted waters after District Judge Susan Richard Nelson granted the players injunction request to lift the lockout. The significance of the ruiling at this point is that there’s “no rules” as Judge Nelson’s ruling on Monday did not include the same rules as the 2010 CBA … Go here to read the rest

NHL Playoffs 2011: 3 Changes Needed for Pittsburgh Penguins to Win Game 7 Source: Bleacher Report
After last night’s hard-fought loss at the St. Pete Times Forum, one thing is certain if the Pittsburgh Penguins want to advance to the second round of the NHL playoffs: Changes must be made … Read this article

Boucher accuses Orpik of poking Stamkos in eye – 04-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
It seemed like every other series had some sort of intriguing mini-controversy except for Penguins – Lightning. Guy Boucher filled that void last night when he accused Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik of poking Tampa Bay forward Steven Stamk … … The rest is here

Video: Youth Hockey Int: Matt Bartkowski (4/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Boston Bruins defenseman Matt Bartkowski talks about his hockey career so far. … Video here

RECAP: Game Six: Into the Depths of Seventh Hell. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
The looks on the faces of Ryan Malone and Steve Downie will haunt us all until 1900 hours Wednesday night. … Read this article


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Penguins Team Report (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Penguins have given it their all ever since Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin left the lineup with injuries. Have they run out of gas? … Continued here

Woeful power play and poor defensive play has Pens on verge of first round ouster Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Tampa Bay Lightning have forced a Game 7, getting strong goaltending from 41 year old Dwayne Roloson and timely goals, en route to a 4-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals to tie the series at 3-3. Steve Downie and Ryan Malone scored third period goals and … See the rest here

Lightning even series with Penguins 3-3 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Tampa Bay Lightning had the playoffs in mind when they acquired Dwayne Roloson, and the 41-year-old goaltender hasn't disappointed them. Avoiding elimination for the second time in three days, the Lightning beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2 Monday night to force a Game 7 in their first-round Eastern Conference series. … Continued here

Lightning treat game like one on the road Source: Tribune-Review
The Lightning opted to treat its return to Tampa, Fla., like a road trip, staying in an area hotel Sunday night. … Go here to read the rest

Lightning score 2 after Staal goal, push series to 7 games Source: Tribune-Review
Because the Lightning had a quick response for Jordan Staal’s first playoff goal, the reeling Penguins will be forced to play a Game 7 on Wednesday night. … Continued here

Letang won’t win Norris Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins won’t have their second Norris Trophy winner. … Read this article

Lightning answer Penguins’ third-period equalizer to force Game 7 Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins are on the verge of winning a Stanley Cup playoff series during which they have scored just one power-play goal. … The rest is here

Monday’s Three Stars: Downie time for Tampa; Sharks advance (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Steve Downie, Tampa Bay Lightning The pugnacious Bolts winger scored the game-winning goal and assisted on tallies from Teddy Purcell and Sean Bergenheim as the Lightning survived Game 6, defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins, 4-2, to force Game … Continue reading → … Read more here

Penguins miss opportunities, lose to Lightning, 4-2 Source: Post Gazette
TAMPA, Fla. — Max Talbot knows what a goal would have meant. How it could have changed the game … Read more

Handshake Line [VIDEO] Source: The Pensblog
Watch the handshake line between these two hated rivals – the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins and Norfolk Admirals. … Visit link

Collier: Playing a Game 7 is a chilling prospect Source: Post Gazette
TAMPA, Fla. — No one ever admits as much, but part of what you earn when you jump ahead, 3-1, in any best-of-seven series is a temporary license to screw around with that lead, and now no one will accuse the Penguins of failure to exercise all said rights and privileges therein … Visit link

Lightning’s Malone tries something different to score on Penguins’ Fleury Source: Post Gazette
TAMPA, Fla. … Link

Penguins Notebook: Letang misses out as Norris Trophy finalist Source: Post Gazette
TAMPA, Fla. — Midway through the regular season, Kris Letang of the Penguins wasn’t just being mentioned as a candidate for the Norris Trophy, which goes to the NHL’s top defenseman. He was being touted as the favorite in some circles … Continue reading here

BREAKING NEWS: Jimerson to sing anthem at Consol in Game 7. Source: The Pensblog
Via the trib : Local musician Jeff Jimerson will perform the national anthem prior to the Penguins' next playoff home game. We need all the help we can get at this point. Go pens … More here

Aftermath: Lightning 4, Penguins 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Video: Chris Conner’s penalty shot gaffe for Penguins in Game 6 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Tampa Bay Lightning forced a Game 7 in their Eastern Conference quarterfinal against the Pittsburgh Penguins with a 4-2 victory on Monday night. … Read more

Game 7 Tickets On Sale Tuesday at 10 a.m. Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will host Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, April 27 at CONSOL Energy Center (starting time is TBD). Approximately 2,000 tickets will go on sale Tuesday at 10 a.m. … More

Penguins fall to Lightning 4-2, series tied, 3-3 Source: Post Gazette
TAMPA, Fla. — The Penguins missed a second chance in a row to eliminate the Tampa Bay Lightning in the teams’ first-round playoff series, losing Game 6, 4-2, tonight at the St. … The rest is here

Pens PP continues limp ways. Game 7 looms. Source: The Pensblog
Bring it. … See the article here

Penguins at Lightning – Game 6 – 04-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME lv2Z7FQfXKE -Hey, guess where we are: -No, not quite: -No lineup changes for either team from Game 5. -The Penguins’ starters are Tyler Kennedy, James Neal, Jordan Staal, Paul Martin, Zbynek Michalek and Marc-Andre Fleury. -Their scratches are Mike Comrie, Matt Cooke, Deryk Engelland, Eric Go … … Continue reading here

Video: The Equalizer Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal uses a screen in front to beat Dwayne Roloson and tie the game at 2 in the third. … To see video click here

Video: Pens Strike First Source: penguins.nhl.com
Max Talbot picks off Dwayne Roloson’s pass and hits Pascal Dupuis in front for the opening goal. … See video here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (4/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury following the Penguins’ loss to the Lightning, 4-2. … To see video click here

Video: Post-Game: Kris Letang (4/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang following the Penguins’ loss to the Lightning, 4-2. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Max Talbot (4/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Max Talbot following the Penguins’ loss to the Lightning, 4-2. … Watch here

Video: Post-Game: James Neal (4/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal following the Penguins’ loss to the Lightning, 4-2. … Watch video here

Video: Post-Game: Dan Bylsma (4/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma following the Penguins’ loss to the Lightning, 4-2. … View video here

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PensHead Daily Links 04-15-2011

Friday, April 15th, 2011

Lightning at Penguins – Game 2 – 03-15-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME lv2Z7FQfXKE -Greetings from a wonderful warm but cloudy spring day in Pittsburgh. Lots of stuff blooming: -Lots of wind today too: -Lots of folks just walking around town in Penguins jerseys: … See more here

Playoff Gameday – Round One, Game Two – Lightning Source: The Pensblog
CONSOL Energy Center – 7:00PM TV: ROOT Sports, CBC, RDS Penguins Lead Series 1-0. Team Notes: The Pens will play their top-four defensemen a lot . … See more here

Puck Headlines: Sean Avery in for Game 2; Batman vs. Igloo? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. OK … now it's art. According to Nashvillest, “a local prankster … Continue reading → … Continue reading here

Fans Encouraged to Show Support During Stanley Cup Playoffs with "Let’s Go Pens" Car Flags Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins are encouraging fans in the Pittsburgh region to show support for the team during the Stanley Cup Playoffs with free “Let’s Go Pens” playoff car flags. The car flags, courtesy of Sun Drop, are now available exclusi… … Read the rest here

Boston Bruins already feeling the heat (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
After losing Game 1 – and failing to score in the process – Boston is under pressure to reclaim the present and exorcise the past. … View post

@pghpenguins: Staal and Godard bantering at morning skate #Pens – http://twitpic.com/4l75zv

AHL Playoff Gameday – Round One, Game One – Admirals Source: The Pensblog
Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza – 7:05 PM NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: AHLLive.com 102.3 The Mountain Series Tied 0-0. Team Notes: The only two current players on the roster with a Calder Cup championship are Brett Sterling and Andrew Hutchinson … Excerpt from

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 4, Devils 0 – 04-15-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1990-91 season which led to the first Stanley Cup title in … … See more here

"Crosby": The Song Source: The Pensblog
New from Benstonium , with proceeds going the theLemieuxFoundation : There are no words. … Read more

Let’s Get Physical Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins and Lightning are hours away from Game 2, but there’s still one moment from Wednesday’s Game 1 that’s at the front of everyone’s mind. … Continue reading here

After debut dud, Stamkos vows better Game 2 vs. Penguins (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Were it not for his minus-1 and his single shot on goal, Steven Stamkos's Stanley Cup Playoff debut in Game 1 against the Pittsburgh Penguins would have nearly been invisible statistically. Which is not something you expect from a player … Continue reading → … Continue reading here

Malone on drawing penalties – 04-15-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Lightning had one of the most dangerous power plays in the NHL during the regular season with a success rate of 20.5 percent, sixth-best in the league. … See the rest here

2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Goaltending Stellar in Early Quarterfinals Matches Source: Bleacher Report
2011 is the year of the playoff goaltender. A handful of games is enough to establish a trend, isn’t it? Not even a little bit. … See the article here

Video: Penguins Insider with Steve Mears (4/15/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down what we can expect tonight from both the Pittsburgh Penguins and Tampa Bay Lightning during game 2. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Brooks Orpik (4/15/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to reporters before tonight’s game 2 match-up. … View video

Video: Game-Day: Dan Bylsma (4/15/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters before tonight’s game 2 match-up. … Video here

Video: Game-Day: Zbynek Michalek (4/15/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek talks to reporters before tonight’s game 2 match-up. … View video

Game 2 Penguins – Lightning Morning Skate Update Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Game 2 Morning Skate Update PITTSBURGH — No real news out of today’s skate, which is expected as the Penguins are coming off a 3-0 Game 1 victory. All players were accounted for, including the extras Sidney Crosby, Mike Comrie, Eric Godard and Eric Tangradi. … The rest is here

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Adjustments for Tampa: Look for Malone to see time with Stamkos to combat Orpik Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
PITTSBURGH — The sense from the Lightning players is that Game 1 was a more balanced game than some in the media are letting on. Even Penguins forward Max Talbot pointed that out on Thursday as Talbot said if the Lightning were to get that first goal early on it would have been a much … Follow this link

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Tampa Bay (Game 2) Source: penguins.nhl.com
10:35 AM: The Pens are skating in thier morning skate lines. … Continued here

What is the female equivalent of the hockey playoff beard? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The query in the headline above has been posed to us several times since the Stanley Cup Playoffs began, although we're not sure how we've been positioned as experts on (a) beards and/or (b) women, based on our history with … Continue reading → … View post

Yzerman on his ‘debut,’ playoff experience and Lemieux – 04-15-11 Source: Empty Netters
The postseason is nothing new for Lightning general manager Steve Yzerman (above). As the former captain of the Red Wings as well as a member of Detroit’s management for several years, Yzerman was usually busy in the spring. … Go here to read the rest

Carlo Prati Photography has added a photo to the pool: Let’s Go Pens

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Empty Netter Assists – 04-15-11 Source: Empty Netters
Playoff Stuff Penguins – Lightning -” [Fleury] is a really good goalie who will make the first save and make himself a lot bigger than most goalies in the league. He’s going to make the first save … See the rest here

LINK CITY: Anthem singer returns Source: The Pensblog
Five links for you, nineteen for me. … Visit link

It’s a Great Day For Hockey. UPDATE: Cover uncovered. Source: The Pensblog
It's a hockey night in Pittsburgh, PA. We're always surprised that no one has done an updated cover of this (that we know of.) Go Pens. … See more here

Sabres blank Flyers in opener Source: Tribune-Review
Ryan Miller stopped 35 shots for his second career postseason shutout, and Patrick Kaleta scored to lift the Buffalo Sabres to a 1-0 win over the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series Thursday night. … Read more here

Penguins’ physicality, discipline key in Game 1 victory Source: Tribune-Review
Disciplined physicality was pivotal for the Penguins in the Game 1 victory over the Lightning, and they’ll try that approach tonight in Game 2 of their best-of-seven, first round Stanley Cup playoff series. … More

Lightning look to rally Source: Tribune-Review
The Lightning took one on the chin Wednesday, and their ability to adjust could determine how the series will unfold. … Read this article

Penguins plan to play four defensemen a lot Source: Tribune-Review
Dan Bylsma knows his top four defensemen can handle a heavy workload and must against a Lightning squad blessed with skilled forwards. … Excerpt from

Thursday’s Three Stars: Sabres, Sharks and Habs win Game 1 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Ryan Miller, Buffalo Sabres Miller was the difference in the Sabres' 1-0 victory at the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 1. … Visit link

Penguins’ Bylsma, Lightning’s Boucher put their minds to work Source: Post Gazette
At times, Game 1 of the playoff series against Tampa Bay seemed as cerebral as a knife fight. More like a 60-minute experiment in social Darwinism than a sporting event … Read the rest here

Penguins Notebook: ‘Coach’ Crosby serves as new eye in the sky Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have a new eye in the sky during games, someone who has a pretty good feel for hockey. … Excerpt from

The Habs’ Price: Mature, brilliant & ready (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
It won’t be three years between playoff victories for Montreal’s star goalie this time around – not when “he’s one of the best in the world.” … Continued here

Penguins’ Lovejoy enjoys physical Game 1 Source: Post Gazette
Defenseman Ben Lovejoy got knocked around some in his own end in his first NHL playoff game. He did some knocking back, too. “That was by far the most physical game, from a hitting and grinding standpoint, that I’ve ever been a part of,” Lovejoy said … See more here

Cook: Penguins’ Kovalev earns his keep Source: Post Gazette
When the Penguins staff gathered to put together a game plan for the team’s first-round playoff series against the Ottawa Senators last spring, there was a lot of excitement in the room. ” ‘No Kovy. That’s good for us,’ ” general manager Ray Shero remembered thinking … View post

Lightning’s St. Louis undergoes double root canal Source: Post Gazette
Silver stubble is showing in places after Martin St. Louis shaved his head for a recent charity event. The right side of his lower lip has a hamburger quality. … Read this article

2011 NHL Playoffs: Can Marc-Andre Fleury Steal Game 2? Source: Bleacher Report
To say Marc-Andre Fleury was stellar on Wednesday night in Pittsburgh would be a huge understatement. The Sorel, Quebec native held the line with his outstanding saves throughout the whole game, keeping the Tampa Bay Lightning at bay and helping his team win Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals. … See the article here

CBC HNIC Intro, MAF History Will Be Made Source: The Pensblog
Via DayWalkr's twitter: Also already a MAF history is made: … Excerpt from

Lightning’s St. Louis seeking payback vs. Penguins (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Tampa Bay Lightning forward Martin St. Louis won't have any trouble adjusting his playoff game face. … The rest is here

Fan Guide vs. Tampa Bay: Game 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
For fans that are heading to CONSOL Energy Center on Friday, April 15 for the Penguins’ 7:00 p.m. playoff game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, here are some key points of information: Doors will open at 5:30 pm for the 7:00 pm st… … Continued here

Video: Off-Day: Jordan Staal (4/14/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh’s Jordan Staal speaks with the media following Thursday’s practice. … See video here

Video: Hockey Insider Darren Dreger – 4/14 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Hockey Insider Darren Dreger looks at how Sidney Crosby continues to help the Penguins even when he’s not on the ice. … To see video click here

Video: USA Hockey Showcase (4/14/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The best high school hockey players from the United States headed to the Robert Morris Island Sports Center to showcase their skills. … View video

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PensHead Daily Links 04-11-2011

Monday, April 11th, 2011

@pghpenguins: It's beginning to look a lot like Playoffs! Preparing the ice for the #NHLPlayoffs – – http://twitpic.com/4jrocp

Senators look for new coach and wins (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
OTTAWA – The requirements for the next coach of the Ottawa Senators seem straightforward enough. … See the rest here

NHL Playoffs 2011: Penguins Should Be Weary of Tampa’s Dwayne Roloson Source: Bleacher Report
It is no secret that goaltending determines how far any NHL team can go in the playoffs. Jaroslav Halak carried the Montreal Canadiens to series upsets of the Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins last year … The rest is here

April brings rain and Red Wings in NHL playoffs (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEW YORK, N.Y. … See the article here

Canucks carry President’s Trophy pressure (Associated Content) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL playoff field is set after the Chicago Blackhawks backed in to the playoffs despite losing their last game. The defending champions will face Vancouver in the first round … Read more

Senators looking to make roster changes (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
OTTAWA – The Senators are likely to undergo more changes, in addition to those behind the bench. … Follow this link

Charlie Heads Back To High School Source: The Pensblog
Once again this year, Charlie makes a visit to Plum High School: Go Pens. … Visit link

Sync or Swim Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share Plum High School is at it again, with their 2nd annual Pittsburgh Penguins-themed lipdub video. About 150 students (compared to 96 last year) collaborated on this year’s video, which included a special gues… … See the article here

Scouting Report: Lightning Forward Lineup Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Tampa Bay Lightning finished the 2010-11 regular season with the National Hockey League’s seventh-ranked (tied) offense, averaging 2.94 goals-per game. Their 247 goals scored was good for second in the Eastern Conference, led by the dyna… … Go here to read the rest

@WBSPenguins: Fans, download this LET'S DO THIS photo and set it as your Twitter or Facebook profile picture. – http://twitpic.com/4jqak3

Player Media Appearances: 4/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Upcoming media appearances for Coach Dan Bylsma Monday, April 11 5:15 PM: XM Radio Home Ice with Phil Esposito 9:40 PM: SportsCenter on ESPNews (TV) Tuesday, April 12 4:30 PM: ESPN Rome Is Burning (TV-taping at CONSOL Energy Center)… … Visit link

Plum High School offers an encore – 04-11-11 Source: Empty Netters
Remember this Penguins-themed lipdub video by several students at Plum High School? It became the a viral sensation in a short amount of time. … Read this article

Playoff White Outs Source: The Pensblog
Again this year, the Penguins are calling for “white outs” during the playoffs . The only difference this year is that the Pens are selling white out shirts this year for $14.99, rather than giving them out like they did for select games over the past couple of seasons. Or at least that's how it looks. Either way, almost everyone has something white they can wear if they want to. The effect likely won't be the same if you're counting on people to wear white, rather than handing out shirts though. … Excerpt from

Puck Headlines: Todd Richards on firing; Nordiques invasion video (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. … Read more

Onorato, Ravenstahl & Penguins Announce Wednesday Rally at Courthouse Source: penguins.nhl.com
Allegheny County Executive Dan Onorato, Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and the Pittsburgh Penguins today announced a “Steal the Lightning’s Thunder” rally at the Allegheny County Courthouse Courtyard beginning at 12:00 noon on Wednesda… … Excerpt from

Game 4 change to 7 p.m. start – 04-11-11 Source: Empty Netters
Game 4 of the Penguins-Lightning Eastern Conference quarterfinal series in Tampa Bay will now start at 7 p.m . … See the rest here

Lightning preparing as if Crosby will play (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. … More

@pghpenguins: Crews getting the ice ready for the #NHLPlayoffs at @CONSOLEnergyCtr – http://twitpic.com/4jowgk

Penguins/Lightning – head to head – 04-11-11 Source: Empty Netters
A look at the individal statistics between the Penguins and Lightning head to head games this season. (Note: All players are listed with games they played against the opponent on an individual basis. Example: Alex Kovalev played one game each against the Lightning for the Senators and the Penguins … The rest is here

Friday vs. Hershey Highlights [VIDEO] Source: The Pensblog
Wilkes-Blog was put on a brief hold this weekend due to a certain trip to Long Island, etc. It's back now and better than ever, as we gear up for the AHL playoffs. … Read the rest here

Ranking the 2011 Stanley Cup Playoff 1st-round series (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The 2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs are set, the schedule is out, and we're all making time to make sure we don't miss a single moment of the NHL fixing it for the non-Canadian teams action. … Go here to read the rest

Rinko Q&A, Our Side Bet, Etc. Source: The Pensblog
As you probably know, Rinkotology team selection is now open . A couple more questions have come up, so we figured we'd post the answers here to make it easier for everyone. You can choose a goaltender as your captain or alternate captain … Excerpt from

Twenty Years Later – Devils 4, Penguins 2 – 04-11-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1990-91 season which led to the first Stanley Cup title in franchis … … More here

Baby Penguins Banter: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Regular Season Wrap-Up Source: Bleacher Report
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins concluded their regular season this weekend with games against division rivals the Hershey Bears and Adirondack Phantoms. The Penguins split a home-and-home series with Hershey, dropping Friday’s game by a score of 2-1 … Follow this link

Without Crosby, Jordan Staal thrives in new role for Penguins (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
As the Pittsburgh Penguins prepare for their opening-round date with the Tampa Bay Lightning, the status of Sidney Crosby's return to lineup remains unknown. … Follow this link

Outdoor big screen returning for Penguins’ playoffs Source: Post Gazette
The large outdoor screen is returning for fans to watch the Penguins face Tampa Bay in the first round of the playoffs, beginning with Wednesday’s opener … More here

Pens Fans Can Gather to Watch Playoff Games On The ‘Big Screen’ Near CONSOL Energy Center Source: penguins.nhl.com
A Penguins playoff tradition is returning – with a new twist. The popular “Big Screen,” which has enabled thousands of Pens fans to watch playoff games together outdoors since 2008, will return for the first round of the playo… … Read more here

Pens Call for Playoff "White Outs" Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins are calling for White Out conditions at home playoff games this season. The Penguins are encouraging fans to “Wear Your White” — white jerseys, sweatshirts, sweaters, shirts or t-shirts — for all playoff ga… … Read the rest here

What We Learned: No sympathy for NHL’s playoff berth chokers (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Hello, this is a feature that will run through the entire season and aims to recap the weekend's events and boils those events down to one admittedly superficial fact or stupid opinion about each team. Feel free to complain about … Continue reading → … Read this article

Empty Netter Assists – 04-11-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from yesterday’s game . “At the beginning of the season, if you’d say we’d finish with 106 points .. … Continued here

Video: Plum High School Lip Sync Video (04/08/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Plum High School produces their 2nd annual lip sync video for the 2011 Pittsburgh Penguins Playoffs run. … See video here

Video: Inside Penguins Hockey Episode 26 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mike Rupp, ADM USA Hockey, Post Season Crossfire, Coach Bylsma Mic’d Up … See video here

Video: Prepare to be jealous of this Penguins fan’s man cave (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Fun fact: I have a “Star Wars” bathroom in my house, which serves both as a depository for my childhood trinkets and a place for me to meditate about the role of midichlorians on our everyday lives. So I appreciate … Continue reading → … Excerpt from

Tampa Bay media links Source: The Pensblog
This guy looks like he was voted by high-school classmates as “most likely to continue being a douchebag.” He writes for the St. Pete Times at TampaBay.com. There is also a website called TBO … Continue reading here

Lightning assistant coach has brain tumor Source: The Pensblog
We have no intention of being facetious, but unless Max Talbot has gonorrhea, the Lightning will win the battle of rallying cries for the upcoming playoff matchup. We hope this guy pulls through all right. WebMD says golfing is good for recovery. [ Tampa Bay assistant coach has brain tumor ] … More

LINK CITY: Tampa’s game planning, Crosby concussion re-enactment, playoffs lineup Source: The Pensblog
Links that can't wait to start hating Adam Hall. Guy Boucher had some interesting comments regarding his game planning for the series … More here

Penguins’ playoff opener scheduled for Wednesday Source: Tribune-Review
The Pens will play host to its first Stanley Cup playoff game Wednesday night when the Penguins take on the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 1 of a best-of-seven Eastern Conference quarterfinal series. … Follow this link

Lemaire out, Blackhawks in on busy last day in NHL (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Jacques Lemaire's exit was hardly unexpected. The Chicago Blackhawks' near departure was almost a much bigger stunner. Lemaire said goodbye to the New Jersey Devils for the second straight year after the club he took over in midseason finished a rare non-playoff campaign with a 3-2 victory Sunday over the playoff-bound Boston Bruins. … Read more here

Familiar foe for Malone Source: Tribune-Review
Not even Ryan Malone can believe the irony — the only two NHL franchises he has known meeting in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup playoffs. … Continued here

Experience a toss-up in Pens-Lightning series Source: Tribune-Review
Ignore preconceived notions when the No. 4 Penguins and No. 5 Tampa Bay Lightning meet in an opening-round Stanley Cup playoff series beginning this week. … See the article here

Lightning can strike quickly; Pens confident Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins historically win playoff series with superior offensive skill. … Read this article

Sunday’s Three Stars: Wild help ‘Hawks clinch; Foote’s finale (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: David Jones, Colorado Avalanche Jones completed his breakout year by scoring 27th goal in overtime as Colorado beat the Edmonton Oilers 4-3. After assisting on two earlier Avalanche goals, including Milan Hejduk's tying effort early in the … Continue reading → … Excerpt from

Prepare for a special series Source: Post Gazette
The first playoff game between the Penguins and Tampa Bay Lightning will be at 7:08 p.m. … More

Core players rest up for playoffs Source: Post Gazette
ATLANTA — Jordan Staal spent the day in street clothes. So did Chris Kunitz. James Neal and Paul Martin, too … See more here

Penguins Notebook: Crosby tops team in goals Source: Post Gazette
ATLANTA — Sidney Crosby sat out the final 41 games of the 2010-11 season because of a concussion. And while that wasn’t the most among Penguins players — Mike Comrie claimed the top spot on the games-missed list with 52 — it also didn’t prevent him from leading the team in a number of statistical categories. … More here

NHL Roundup: Devils send Lemaire away with win Source: Post Gazette
Jacques Lemaire went out a winner. The 65-year-old Hall of Famer walked away from coaching for the third and probably final time, announcing his retirement Sunday after the host New Jersey Devils beat the playoff-bound Boston Bruins, 3-2, on third-period goals by Vladimir Zharkov and Alexander Urbom. … Excerpt from

RINKOTOLOGY: Open For Business Source: The Pensblog
Rinkotology is open for team selection. Click here to get started. … Continued here

Penguins playoff series starts with Tampa Bay at Consol Engery Center Source: Post Gazette
The first playoff game between the Penguins and Tampa Bay Lightning will be at 7:08 p.m. … Read more here

Pens open up the playoffs at home on Wednesday night Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Penguins round 1 schedule is out and the team kicks off the playoffs on Wednesday night at home against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Game 2 is Friday night at the Consol Energy Center … Read more

Penguins to Open at Home on Wednesday, Friday in First-Round Playoff Series Against Tampa Bay Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will open their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at CONSOL Energy Center … Continued here

Pens start Wednesday night Source: The Pensblog
Full schedule coming shortly. … Link

Blackhawks sneak into NHL playoffs (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
It looked like they’d blown their chance, but the defending Stanley Cup champs made it into the postseason. … View post

Penguins vs. Lightning Round One Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
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RECAP: Playoffs City. PENS WIN Source: The Pensblog
Whatev. Just putting this post up to make it appear that we recapped all 82 games. Great season for Brent Johnson, Pens win 5-2 … Link

Playoff schedule – 04-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
The NHL has released the schedule for the first round of the playoffs. Broadcasters are still TBD: Updated: With national broadcasters … More here

First Round Schedule: WB/S vs. Norfolk Source: The Pensblog
As the Pittsburgh Penguins are taking on the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round of the NHL Playoffs, their respective farm teams will duke it out in the AHL Playoffs. Highlights from all 3 weekend games coming soon … Go here to read the rest

Playoff matchups set; Schedule to be revealed on NHL Network at 10 p.m. – 04-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
All eight first-round playoff match-ups have been determined. … View post

Perseverance: the Penguins’ 2010-11 Season in Review Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. That’s been the Penguins’ motto for the 2010-11 season. A season that started with eternal optimism took a hard left turn with seemingly endles… … Read more here

Video: Post-Game: Mike Rupp (4/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mike Rupp talks to reporters following the Penguins win over the Atlanta Thrashers in the last regular season game … View video here

Video: Post-Game: Ben Lovejoy (4/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy talks to reporters following the Penguins win over the Atlanta Thrashers in the last regular season game … View video

Video: Post-Game: Max Talbot (4/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Max Talbot talks to reporters following the Penguins win over the Atlanta Thrashers in the last regular season game … Video here

Video: Post-Game: Dan Bylsma (4/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following the Penguins win over the Atlanta Thrashers in the last regular season game … See video here

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PensHead Daily Links 04-10-2011

Sunday, April 10th, 2011

Pens close regular season with win Source: Tribune-Review
Willing themselves to victory has become so contagious for the Penguins that they won Sunday when it hardly was necessary. … Read the rest here

Kennedy, Johnson lead Penguins past Thrashers 5-2 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Tyler Kennedy scored the first of Pittsburgh's four second-period goals, reserve goalie Brent Johnson won his fourth straight decision, and the Penguins closed the regular season with a 5-2 victory Sunday over the already-eliminated Atlanta Thrashers. Pascal Dupuis, Michael Rupp and rookie Mark Letestu added goals to give the Penguins a 4-1 lead 18:14 into the second. … See the article here

Aftermath: Penguins 5, Thrashers 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
ANALYSIS The Penguins’ final game of the regular season against Atlanta had no playoff implications, as Pittsburgh was already locked into fourth place with a first-round matchup against Tampa Bay looming. Regardless, they took care of business against the Thrashers, winning 5-2 at Phillips Arena on Sunday. … Read more

Penguins end regular season with 5-2 win over Atlanta Source: Post Gazette
ATLANTA — The Penguins closed out the 2010-11 regular season with a 5-2 victory over Atlanta at Philips Arena Sunday afternoon. They finished with a 49-25-8 record and 106 points, second-most in franchise history. … Go here to read the rest

Pens win 5-2. Time to buckle up. Source: The Pensblog
TK kick-started the offense. Ben Lovejoy had a Crosby-esque game. We'll enjoy this victory for about the next 20 seconds … More here

Stat Nerd Sunday: Pre-Stanley Cup Playoffs stat-gasm (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
(Ed. Note: Welcome to Stat Nerd Sunday, where we occasionally obsess over hockey numbers like a Dungeon Master obsessing over the level of his warrior elf … See the article here

THIRD PERIOD: Pens/Thrashers, Pens lead 4-1- Last period of the regular season Source: The Pensblog
Rupp, Kennedy, Test tube, and Dupes all scored in the second. Evander Kane threw an elbow to Kris Letang's head. The Thrashers are basically just trying to injure people. … More

SECOND PERIOD: Pens/Thrashers, Yea Source: The Pensblog
Snore. … Read more here

As Blackhawks wait on Stars, rest of NHL’s first round seeds are set (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
With the Chicago Blackhawks losing 4-3 to the Detroit Red Wings this afternoon, we now know what teams are what seeds in the Western Conference to go along with the set-on-Saturday matchups in the East. Here's how everything falls: EASTERN … Continue reading → … Follow this link

No. 4 Pittsburgh Will Face No. 5 Tampa Bay in First Round of the Playoffs Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share It’s official – the No. 4 Pittsburgh Penguins will be facing the No. … Read more here

FIRST PERIOD: Pens/Thrashers, Tangradi Returns Source: The Pensblog
Can't believe this is game 82. … Continue reading here

Penguins at Thrashers – 04-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME (One last time this season…) l1wZ05sD6yw -Hey, guess where we are: -No, not quite: -According to FSN Pittsburgh Root Sports, the Penguins’ lines and defensive pairings will look like this: Eric Tangradi – Mark Lestestu – Alex KovalevMike Rupp – Mike Comrie – Tyler K … … Read more

Pens-Thrashers In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
0:00: That’s the end of the game! The Pens win it, 5-2, and tie the franchise record for most road victories! We’ll wait to see the official stats to see if the PK finished first, as they went three for five on the night. 1:28: Comrie punche… … View post

@pghpenguins: Equip. mgr Dana Heinze sewing the 'A' on Craig Adams' jersey #Pens – http://twitpic.com/4jc36a

Neal, Staal, Kunitz and Fleury to sit out Atlanta finale Source: Post Gazette
ATLANTA – Left wingers James Neal and Chris Kunitz, along with center Jordan Staal and goalie Marc-Andre Fleury, will sit out the Penguins’ regular-season finale at Atlanta this afternoon. … Visit link

Top 10 Penguins Games of Inaugural Regular Season at Consol Energy Center Source: Bleacher Report
The Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh, a building several years in the making, finally opened its doors in August. … Follow this link

Neal, Staal, Kunitz and Fleury to sit – 04-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
With the Penguins having nothing to gain in today’s game in Atlanta, Dan Bylsma will scratch forwards James Neal, Chris Kunitz, Jordan Staal and will have Marc-Andre Fleury serve as the back up goaltender. They will be replaced in the lineup by Mike Comrie, Chris Conner, Eric Tangradi (right) and Brent Johnson … Follow this link

Gameday 82 – Thrashers Source: The Pensblog
3:00 pm Philips Arena TV: ROOT Sports Gameday 82. A playoff meeting with Tampa Bay awaits. … See the article here

Pirate Fan Gets Lit Up By Police Source: The Pensblog
Holy shit, saw this via twitter: Wow. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Game-Day: Dan Bylsma (4/10/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters before today’s game against the Atlanta Thrashers … Watch here

Death Watch: Blackhawks playoff scenarios; overview of East (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Since we're down to the final moments of postseason life for teams in contention, Puck Daddy solemnly begins a daily countdown to annihilation. The Eastern Conference Playoff seeds are cemented after last night, while the West battles into the final … Continue reading → … Link

About the Thrashers – 04-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Thrashers. When and where: 3 p.m., Philips Arena. TV: Root Sports … More

Pens wrap up regular season today with opportunity to rest players Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
With their playoff positioning and opponent known for round 1, head coach Dan Bylsma has the option of resting a few players and not going with a full lineup. Winger James Neal is not expected to play due to what is believed to be a left wrist injury. Neal’s injury will give Mike Comrie or … More here

Hynes’ Passion Cultivates Success Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share The coach behind Wilkes-Barre/Scranton’s outstanding season was recognized for his efforts on April 6. … Read the rest here

Flyers win Atlantic Division Source: Tribune-Review
Scott Hartnell and Andrej Meszaros each scored two goals, as the Philadelphia Flyers clinched the Atlantic Division title and the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference with a 7-4 victory over the New York Islanders on Saturday night. … See the article here

Baby Pens’ Hynes named AHL coach of year Source: Tribune-Review
John Hynes, who at age 36 is the youngest coach in the AHL, won the league’s coach of the year honors Wednesday. As a rookie head coach, Hynes has led the Baby Pens to the best record in the AHL. … View post

Rossi: Another season to remember Source: Tribune-Review
As the third season of Hockey Day in Pittsburgh wraps, this beat reporter looks back fondly on memorable moments from another season covering the Penguins. … See the article here

Penguins will open Stanley Cup playoffs vs. Lightning Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins learned Saturday night that they will face the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, which will begin Wednesday or Thursday with the first postseason game at Consol Energy Center. … Read this article

Penguins Cup Chronicles: Frank Pietrangelo Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins goaltender Frank Pietrangelo may be best remembered for “The Save” in Game 6 of the Patrick Division semifinals against New Jersey. … See more here

Pietrangelo, teammates recall ‘The Save’ Source: Tribune-Review
When Penguins goaltender Frank Pietrangelo threw out his glove hand and robbed the New Jersey Devils’ Peter Stastny in Game 6 of the 1991 Patrick Division semifinals, it was just a save. A great one, to be sure, but it hadn’t earned a name. … Continued here

Bylsma’s tough love pays off with Fleury’s performance Source: Tribune-Review
Marc-Andre Fleury has compiled Vezina-caliber numbers since being pulled early in the first period of a game Nov. 6 at Phoenix. … Visit link

Empty Netter Assists – 04-10-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -How far has Kris Letang slipped out of consideration for the Norris Trophy ? -Mike Rupp is good people . -Bryan Lerg, David Marshall and Brett Sterling each had a goal and an assist for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins in … View post

Penguins’ Fleury has his ‘best season’ Source: Post Gazette
ATLANTA — It is not about the statistics. Oh, there’s nothing wrong with them — most are outstanding, actually — but assessing Marc-Andre Fleury’s season, and his value to the Penguins, is not a paint-by-numbers project. … Continue reading here

Penguins to face Tampa Bay in Round 1 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Penguins on Saturday night learned that they will enter the playoffs as the No. … More here

On the Penguins: Looking at defensive awards Source: Post Gazette
A few months ago, Kris Letang was turning up in a lot of conversations about top contenders for the Norris Trophy, which is awarded annually to the NHL’s top defenseman. And not as an afterthought. Letang was flat-out sensational for most of the first half or so of the season, but his productivity — and overall performance — slipped as winter moved along. … View post

Penguins Notebook: Letang, Talbot have chance to play 82 games Source: Post Gazette
ATLANTA — The total won’t be official until coach Dan Bylsma turns in the Penguins’ lineup for their regular-season finale against Atlanta today at Philips Arena, but it looks as if the Penguins will lose 350 man-games to injuries and illness in 2010-11. … Continue reading here

Cook: Rupps ‘just good human beings’ Source: Post Gazette
On the night of Dec. 4, Penguins forward Mike Rupp was in Columbus. He played a strong game in a 7-2 win, scoring a goal and holding his own in a fight with Blue Jackets enforcer Jared Boll. … Read more

Round One: Penguins Versus Lightning Source: The Pensblog
Bring It. … Continued here

Senators fire Clouston after missing playoffs (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Ottawa Senators fired head coach Cory Clouston and two assistants on Saturday after the team failed to qualify for the playoffs for the second time in three seasons. … Excerpt from

Flyers beat Islanders, clinch Atlantic Divison; Penguins to face Lightning in first round – 04-09-11 Source: Empty Netters
Andrej Meszaros had two goals and two assists for the Flyers in a 7-4 defeat of the Islanders tonight at the Wells Fargo Center . The victory clinched the Altantic Division title and second place in the Eastern Conference for the Flyers. As a result, the Penguins will finish in fourth place regardless of tomorrow’s gam … … Read the rest here

Flyers win Atlantic Division; Penguins to face Lightning Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins will have the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference and will face Tampa Bay in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. … Go here to read the rest

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PensHead Daily Links 03-31-2011

Thursday, March 31st, 2011

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

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

Puck Headlines: Crosby speaks, Wilson safe, love for Emery (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. The. Great. … Go here to read the rest

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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PensHead Daily Links 03-29-2011

Tuesday, March 29th, 2011

FIRST PERIOD: Flyers/Pens, Things heated already Source: The Pensblog
From Matt S. in the crowd: Warm up exchange between hartnell and hulk was priceless … See the article here

Crosby update, and some NHL rankings. Source: Chipped Ice
About 90 minutes before the Penguins and Flyers meets for the final time this regular season, with no less than perhaps the inside track on the East’s No. 1 seed at stake tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Read more

Classy Bears fans celebrate WB/S clinching Source: The Pensblog
Is there a party blower on his finger? Also, nice Bruins hat at a Hershey game, homo … See the article here

Flyers at Penguins – 03-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME -We’ll skip the normal video with “Human” by The Killers and go ahead with the CBC playoff intro from 2009 given the magnitude of tonight’s game: lv2Z7FQfXKE -Greetings from a brilliant, brisk spring day in Pittsburgh. … Follow this link

Adversity Has Made Pens Stronger In Stretch Run Source: penguins.nhl.com
PITTSBURGH — A year ago, the Pittsburgh Penguins had a healthy Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. They also had an NHL championship to defend, and the realistic expectation they would play in the Stanley Cup Final for the third consecutive season. … Read the rest here

Acrobatic Bylsma Has Kept Penguins Thriving Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share Just how has Dan Bylsma steered the Pittsburgh Penguins through a Class 5 rapid of a season without flipping the raft? Cartwheels. “I think the biggest thing is how positive he is and energetic,&… … Read more here

As playoffs inch closer, Bylsma looking for Letestu-Kovalev to hit their stride together Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
DePaoli’s Latest Pens Buzz Dan Bylsma not only believes that the return of Mark Letestu will be a boost for the Penguins in the face-off circle but Bylsma also see’s Letestu as the best fit for Alex Kovalev. … See more here

Gameday 77 – Flyers Source: The Pensblog
7:00 pm CONSOL Energy Center TV: FSN No one needs to tell you why tonight's game is important. Sure it's going to be an incredibly tough fight to get to first place, but that's not all that matters tonight. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Penguins vs Flyers (3/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins vs Flyers feature shown in game on March 29, 2011 … To see video click here

Puck Headlines: Flyers ready for Penguins; Doug Weight done (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. In one of the coolest blog-centric developments of the season, Pucking … Continue reading → … The rest is here

Tuesdays With Stoosh: 3.29 Source: The Pensblog
Saturday night, the Pens will line up in front of what will likely be about 5,000 fans to take the opening faceoff against the Florida Panthers. … Read the rest here

Chicago’s way: Still the champs (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Stanley Cup hangover? Salary-cap purge … View post

Post-Morning Skate Update: Pens expecting different Flyers team tonight Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Update — In the midst of a 9-2-2 run, the Penguins have surged near the top of the Atlantic Division and appear to be in the Philadelphia Flyers head a little bit. … See more here

Neal Adjusting Game to East, Pens’ Style of Play Source: penguins.nhl.com
Share It’s hard to believe that a once precocious James Neal used to consider himself more of a skilled guy with great hands. Now possessing a more rugged 6-foot-2, 208-pound frame, Neal knows he’s a valuable … … See the article here

Penguins Encourage Allegheny County & City Schools to Participate in "Students for Stanley" Banner Contest Source: penguins.nhl.com
PITTSBURGH – With the 2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs fast approaching, the Pittsburgh Penguins are reaching out to students in Allegheny County and the City of Pittsburgh to capture the excitement of the NHL playoffs through a banner-making conte… … See the rest here

Welcome back Letestu, Brent Johnson – 03-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Some good news and bad news on the injury front from the Penguins’ morning skate. … See more here

Video: Game-Day: James Neal (3/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media after the team’s morning practice. … View video

Video: Game-Day: Ben Lovejoy (3/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy talks to the media after the team’s morning practice. … Click here to view video

Video: Game-Day: Coach Bylsma (3/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma talks to the media after the team’s morning practice. … Click here to view video

Video: Game-Day: Mark Letestu (3/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mark Letestu talks to the media after the team’s morning practice. … See video here

Video: Game-Day: Paul Martin (3/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Paul Martin talks to the media after the team’s morning practice. … To see video click here

Pens still not certain on how severe Dustin Jeffrey’s knee injury is Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Update — Head coach Dan Bylsma provided somewhat of an update on Dustin Jeffrey. Bylsma confirmed that Jeffrey has “knee damage” but is still not certain on the severity of the injury. … Go here to read the rest

Ashton Gibbs to enter the NBA Draft Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh Junior guard Ashton Gibbs will enter the NBA Draft, according to Adam Zagoria of NBA.com. “Entering the NBA Draft, ” Gibbs told Zagoria. Gibbs though will not hire an agent, giving him the opportunity to return to school for his senior season … See more here

Twitter Contest: Flyers 3/29 Source: The Pensblog
l How to play (Read it yo.) 1.Predict period/time of Marc-Andre Fleury's 10th save of the game. 2. … Excerpt from

Pens – Flyers Morning Skate Tidbits: Letestu centering first line Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Philadelphia (45-20-10, 100 pts) @ Pittsburgh (45-23-8, 98 pts) Some Pens morning skate Tidbits as the team goes through preparations for tonight’s showdown against the Philadelphia Flyers. … View post

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Penguins send goalie Thiessen to Wilkes-Barre Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have reassigned rookie goaltender Brad Thiessen to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, a sign that backup goalie Brent Johnson is ready to dress tonight for a home game against Philadelphia. … Visit link

The Morning Skate: 3/29 Source: The Pensblog
RLD Hockey is an NHL blog of mine where we take a look at the hot topics around the league on a daily basis. One of our staples is the 'Morning Skate', where I rundown everything going on in the NHL, including predictions on the big games. The PensBlog has been nice enough to let me share the Morning Skate with you . You can follow us on Twitter @RLDhockey ! The Morning After: Yesterday’s scores: Blackhawks 3, Red Wings 2 (OT) Ducks 5, Avalanche 4 Predictions record: 2-0 My 3 stars of the night: 1 … Read more here

Penguins Re-Assign Goaltender Brad Thiessen Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned goaltender Brad Thiessen to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Thiessen, who dressed as the backup goaltende… … Go here to read the rest

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Philadelphia Source: penguins.nhl.com
Letestu returns to the lineup tonight (11:13 AM). Crosby, Cooke, N.Johnson, Tangradi skate in the AM. (9:38 AM). … The rest is here

Penguins demote Thiessen – 03-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Well this certainly bodes well for the healthy of Brent Johnson. … More here

About the Flyers – 03-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Flyers. When and where: 7 p.m., Consol Energy Center. TV: FSN Pittsburgh, CSN Pittsburgh. … Read more

Video: Youth Hockey Int: Casey Haines (3/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Casey Haines from the Ferris State Bulldogs sits down to discuss his hockey career so far. … Video here

Video: Sidney Crosby Practices (3/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby continues his rehab this morning at the CONSOL Energy Center. … Click here to view video

Fleury’s incredible week unnoticed around the league Source: Tribune-Review
Marc-Andre Fleury’s incredible week was appreciated in Western Pennsylvania, but apparently not by fans around the league. … Go here to read the rest

Empty Netter Assists – 03-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins signed defensive prospect Viktor Ekbom, a sixth-round pick in 2009, to an amateur tryout contract . -Faceoff-Factor takes … Read more here

Local girls hockey teams on to nationals Source: Tribune-Review
A Northern Michigan native who moved here last August and lists Red Wings stars Pavel Datsyuk and Nicklas Lidstrom as her favorite players, Maddie Mills prides herself on being able to read a play, anticipate where one of her teammates will be and deliver a pinpoint pass. … Link

Pens, Philly have traded places Source: Tribune-Review
The once-feared Philadelphia Flyers have altered their style this season with great success, emulating the Penguins in many ways. … Go here to read the rest

Todd Bertuzzi’s Elbow On Some Joke Source: The Pensblog
So where is all the massive outrage over this hit? Notice how quick Bedzo is to make excuses. … Continued here

Penguins Notebook: Same players, but a whole new look for Flyers Source: Post Gazette
The personnel should be mostly the same. The units in which players are deployed don’t figure to change a lot, either … See more here

NHL Roundup: Blackhawks clip Red Wings in OT Source: Post Gazette
Marian Hossa scored on a power play 51 seconds into overtime, lifting the Chicago Blackhawks to a 3-2 win Monday night against the Detroit Red Wings. Henrik Zetterberg was called for hooking Patrick Kane with 3.7 seconds left, putting Chicago on the power play to begin the extra session. … See the article here

Comrie is easing back into lineup Source: Post Gazette
Remember the great chemistry that Mike Comrie and Evgeni Malkin developed when they played together in training camp? And remember how their partnership was sabotaged when Comrie hurt his hip in the second game of the regular season? … More

Video: PAHL and USA Hockey Coach Clinic (3/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
USA Hockey and PAHL hosted regional coaches on the ice at CONSOL Energy Center for a unique clinic on ADM Coaching. … View video here

Pittsburgh Penguins Marching On: Recent Surge Has Team Defying the Odds Source: Bleacher Report
Detroit, Philadelphia, and New Jersey. Just a week ago, this stretch of games looked like a trip through Dante’s Inferno for the still injury-ridden Penguins. Even at the beginning of the year, this stretch of games looked to be a measuring stick for the Pens as the playoffs loom in the near future. … Continue reading here

Pittsburgh Penguins: The Eight Winners of the Team’s Annual Awards Source: Bleacher Report
Prior to Sunday’s afternoon matchup with the Florida Panthers, the Pittsburgh Penguins held their annual team awards ceremony at CONSOL Energy Center. For the second consecutive year I was able to attend the ceremony that honors players for their actions bothon and off the ice. The Penguins wore their light blue retro-alternate jerseys for the special presentation and it was an extra treat for fans who happened to have tickets to the game. … Follow this link

Few playoff teams immune from the injury bug (The Ottawa Citizen) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Stanley Cup playoffs have always been known as a battle of attrition. But some teams look to be beaten or, at least, beaten up before they start. … Go here to read the rest

Fan Guide vs. Philadelphia Source: penguins.nhl.com
For fans that are heading to CONSOL Energy Center on Tuesday, March 29 for the Penguins’ 7:00 pm game against the Philadelphia Flyers, here are some key points of information: Doors will open at 5:45 pm for the 7:00 pm start … … Excerpt from

Red Wings’ Bertuzzi ejected for a head shot (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
DETROIT – Red Wings forward Todd Bertuzzi has been called for a 5-minute elbowing penalty and a game misconduct against the Chicago Blackhawks. … Go here to read the rest

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PensHead Daily Links 03-26-2011

Saturday, March 26th, 2011

Penguins vs. Panthers Game Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins Overall: 44-23-8-96 Home: 23-13-2-48 Road: 21-10-6-48 WHEN: March 27, 2011… … See the article here


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Brooks Orpik: Penguins Defenseman Is Set to Return Against the Panthers Source: Bleacher Report
All eyes may be on Sidney Crosby ‘s path to recovery as he continues to move forward in conquering concussion symptoms, but according to coach Dan Bylsma another injured Penguin will make it back on the ice this weekend. Defenseman Brooks Orpik has missed a month of games after breaking a finger on his right hand while blocking a shot back in February and will be in the lineup against the Florida Panthers on Sunday. Orpik is in his eighth season with the Pens after being selected 18th overall by the team in 2000 … See the article here


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Fan Guide vs. Florida Source: penguins.nhl.com
For fans that are heading to CONSOL Energy Center on Sunday, March 27 for the Penguins’ 1:00 pm game against the Florida Panthers, here are some key points of information: Doors will open at 11:30 am for the 1:00 pm start The… … Continued here

Video: Off-Day: Dan Bylsma (3/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters after today’s practice. … View video here

Pens Practice Notebook: Orpik to make return to lineup vs Panthers Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Saturday’s Notes — Defenseman Brooks Orpik will make his return to the lineup, Sunday afternoon vs the Florida Panthers, Dan Bylsma confirmed during today’s media session. Orpik has missed the last 13 games and went through his fourth straight practice with the team this morning at Southpointe. Orpik has looked ready for a few days … Follow this link

Welcome back Orpik – 03-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
Another day. Another healthy body … Visit link

Orpik expect to return to lineup for Penguins’ Sunday game Source: Post Gazette
Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik is expected to return to the lineup Sunday for an afternoon home game against Florida, coach Dan Bylsma said today. … See more here

Pens’ Orpik to play in Sunday game Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik confirmed that he will play tomorrow against Florida at Consol Energy Center. The rugged defenseman has been out four weeks with a broken finger. … The rest is here

bluejetjane has added a photo to the pool: This is Tyler Kennedy and Arron Asham warming up before the game against the Wings in Detroit. I really love this shot, it’s SOOC, but cropped. Pens won in the shootout, so it was clearly a very close game.

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Penguins Report: 3/26/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Orpik to return Sunday vs. Florida, other updates (12:08 PM). … View post

Video: Off-Day: Mike Comrie (3/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mike Comrie talks to reporters after today’s practice. … To see video click here

Video: Off-Day: Chris Kunitz (3/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz talks to reporters after today’s practice. … Video here

Video: Off-Day: Mark Letestu (3/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mark Letestu talks to reporters after today’s practice. … View video here

Video: Off-Day: Zbynek Michalek (3/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek talks to reporters after today’s practice. … Watch video here

Video: Off-Day: James Neal (3/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to reporters after today’s practice. … To see video click here

Video: Off-Day: Brooks Orpik (3/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to reporters after today’s practice. … Watch here

RECAP: The Casket Is Closed. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
Oh, hey, Devils fans. What happened? Do yourself a favor and just watch all 1:01 of this. Feels so good … See the article here

The Morning Skate: 3/26 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

If it’s March 25, Marc-Andre Fleury is shutting someone out (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The New Jersey Devils visited Pittsburgh on Friday night to take on the Penguins, but they should have saved everyone's precious time and just forfeited the game. It was March 25 and Marc-Andre Fleury was in goal for the home … Continue reading → … See the rest here

Empty Netter Assists – 03-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “I ran out of room. But I got [the shot] up, and it hit the bar and went down. … Go here to read the rest


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Penguins Team Report (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Penguins have endured plenty of trouble against teams that play a trapping style, namely Montreal and New Jersey. While the Devils continued to give the Penguins’ offense fits, Dan Bylsma’s red-hot squad found yet another way to earn a victory. … Read the rest here

Bylsma provides possible clue about Crosby’s status Source: Tribune-Review
While addressing the subject of injured defenseman Brooks Orpik’s impending return, Penguins coach Dan Bylsma provided a potential clue on the status of center Sidney Crosby. … Follow this link

Penguins win again in shootout Source: Tribune-Review
Marc-Andre Fleury recorded his 19th career shutout, and James Neal scored in a shootout to lift the Penguins to a 1-0 win. … Read more here

No Dice. WB/S PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
No way we're recapping this one. WB/S loses 3-0 up in Binghamton … Continued here

Friday’s Three Stars: Sens, Pens blank; rough night for Florida (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Craig Anderson, Ottawa Senators Anderson stopped 31 shots, including 12 in the third period, as the Senators upset the Ovechkin-less Washington Capitals, 2-0, who had won 11 of their last 12 … View post

Neal’s shootout goal nets Penguins 1-0 win against Devils Source: Post Gazette
James Neal has gotten a lot of bounces since the Penguins acquired him from Dallas before the trade deadline. … More here

Penguins Notebook: Orpik expected to return next week Source: Post Gazette
With a straight face, Brooks Orpik wondered aloud about cracking the Penguins lineup coming off of injury when the other defensemen have been playing so well, particularly in a 2-1 shootout win Thursday at Philadelphia. … Visit link

Post-Game Notebook: Bylsma’s gut feeling on Neal over Kunitz, pays off Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Game Notebook — When Dan Bylsma picks his three shooters for the shootout, he writes down his three guys, than consults with assistant Tony Granato on Granato’s three shooters before submitting the three names. … Continue reading here

Neal scores in shootout, Pens beat Devils 1-0 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Marc-Andre Fleury matched idol Martin Brodeur save for save through three periods. And overtime. … Continued here

Pens climbing in standings after earning 3rd straight shootout win Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Fleury earns 19th career shutout Marc Andre Fleury and Martin Brodeur each earned shutouts but it was Fleury who out dueled his childhood idol in the shootout. Fleury stopped all three Devils shooters and James Neal scored in the third round of a shootout, leading the Pittsburgh Penguins (44-23-8, 96 pts) to a 1-0 victory … Excerpt from

Defensive Excellence is Total Team Effort Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins recorded their third shootout win in a row to overcome a stubborn New Jersey Devils 1-0 at CONSOL energy center to remain hot in the heels of the Philadelphia Flyers in the race for 1st place in the eastern Conference. … Follow this link

Aftermath: Penguins 1, Devils 0 SO Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Jeffrey to have MRI on injured knee Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Indications are the Penguins do not expect Dustin Jeffrey back anytime soon, but the full extent of his injury… is not yet known. Dan Bylsma said during tonight’s media session, following Pittsburgh’s 1-0 shootout win vs the New Jersey Devils, that Jeffrey is scheduled to have an MRI on his right knee but the MRI … Read the rest here

Penguins blank New Jersey Devils, 1-0 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins squeaked past the New Jersey Devils, 1-0, in a shootout tonight at Consol Energy Center as goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury made 21 saves for his second shutout of the season, 15th of his career. … Visit link

MVP. Pens win 1-0 in a shootout [ Video ] Source: The Pensblog
Marc-Andre Fleury and Marty Brodeur went toe-to-toe all night long. MAF won … Continue reading here

THIRD PERIOD: Devils/Pens, 0-0 Source: The Pensblog
Good defensive hockey right now. Brodeur vs MAF in a pitchers duel … Read the rest here

SECOND PERIOD THREAD: uh… Source: The Pensblog
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FIRST PERIOD: Devs/Pens, Comrie Is Back Source: The Pensblog
Goooo pens … Continue reading here

Video: Post-Game: Ben Lovejoy (3/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy talks to reporters following Friday’s win. … To see video click here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (3/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to reporters following Friday’s win. … Watch here

Video: Post-Game: Coach Bylsma (3/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Head Coach Dan Bylsma speaks to the media following Friday’s win versus New Jersey. … Video here

Video: Post-Game: James Neal (3/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal speaks to the media following Friday’s win versus New Jersey. … Watch video here

Video: Post-Game: Jordan Staal (3/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal speaks with the media following Friday’s win versus New Jersey. … Video here

Video: Devils at Penguins Shootout 3/25 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Watch the complete shootout from the New Jersey Devils at Pittsburgh Penguins from March 25th 2011 … View video here

Video: The Neal Deal Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal gets the only goal of the shootout, outwaiting Martin Brodeur before potting the puck from a sharp angle. … View video

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PensHead Daily Links 03-25-2011

Friday, March 25th, 2011

Devils at Penguins – 03-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAMEl1wZ05sD6yw -Greetings from a cool, clear sunny day in Pittsburgh. Consol Energy Center: -Hall of fame defensemen are in style tonight … See the article here

Welcome back Comrie – 03-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins lose one center (presumably) and get one right back. … Continued here

Gameday 75 – Devils Source: The Pensblog
7:00 pm CONSOL Energy Center TV: FSN,NHLN-US Another absolutely huge game for the Pens. A loss tonight would essentially reverse everything they accomplished last night, as the Pens would be four points behind Philly with only seven games left to play. A win would put them only two points back. … Continued here

@pghpenguins: Most dedicated #Pens fans ever! Waiting in the cold for special #AEStudentRush night – http://twitpic.com/4d7q7o

Increasing “optimism” that Crosby’s progressing towards a return for the post-season Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Sidney Crosby is into day 11 of his on-ice skating routine and things remain the status quo on Crosby’s intention to return this season. Crosby who has intensified his on and off ice workouts this week, is said to be progressing at an accelerated pace and is skating extremely hard, while looking very sharp in … Follow this link

Puck Headlines: NHL’s most injured teams; NCAA hockey primers (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. Katie Couric leaps on the bandwagon takes in the New York … Continue reading → … Visit link

Mike Comrie: Duffman Returns to the Penguins Lineup Tonight Source: Bleacher Report
Mike Comrie is set to return to the lineup tonight after a long absence dating back to November. Early in the season on October 9th, Comrie injured his hip in the Penguins ‘ second regular season game. Comrie’s hip injury hampered his play and he eventually was re-injured, putting him out of the lineup in November and forcing him to undergo surgery on December 29th … Continued here

AHL Gameday 70 – Binghamton Senators Source: The Pensblog
7:05 PM Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena NHL Affiliation: TV/Radio: AHLLive.com 102.3 The Mountain Goaltender Patrick Killeen has been called up from Wheeling (ECHL), and will back-up John Curry tonight. D-man prospect Joe Rogalski has been signed to an amateur try-out conract (25 games) … See more here

Video: Starkist Shootout: Episode 13 (3/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Episode 13 of the Starkist Shootout series. Beaver A+ Black takes on North Pittsburgh Wildcats 2 A+ Black. Originally aired in-game March 20th, 2011 … To see video click here

Video: Starkist Shootout: Episode 14 (3/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Episode 14 of the Starkist Shootout series. North Pittsburgh Pee Wee 4 takes on North Pittsburgh Pee Wee A+ Gold. … Click here to view video

Video: Inside Penguins Hockey Ep24 Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
Episode 24 airs on Saturday morning at 10:30 on FSN Pittsburgh. … View video here

On Comeback Trail, Crosby Back to Making Highlights Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby didn’t talk, and maybe it wasn’t necessary that he did. His workout Friday was telling enough. Especially considering the form he displayed in a highlight-reel move that saw him to his backhand and roof a puck past No. … Read more here

Sidney Crosby Destroys A Water Bottle At Practice Source: The Pensblog
From Pens.com …. This pretty awesome. It is safe to say Crosby is taking out his frustrations on water bottles … Continue reading here

March 25th Is An Interesting Date For Marc-Andre Fleury Source: The Pensblog
If Marc-Andre Fleury plays tonight, there is a good chance he'll pitch a shutout. … See more here

Comrie returns to Penguins lineup tonight Source: Post Gazette
Penguins forward Mike Comrie will return to the lineup tonight for a game against the New Jersey Devils at Consol Energy Center … Excerpt from

Penguins to Hold Annual Awards Ceremony Before Sunday’s Game vs. Florida Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins will hold their annual awards ceremony before Sunday’s game against the Florida Panthers at CONSOL Energy Center. Fans are asked to be in their seats for the ceremony at 1 p.m … Link

Video: Game-Day: Brooks Orpik (3/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to the media following the team’s morning skate. … Click here to view video

Video: Game-Day: Brad Thiessen (3/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brad Thiessen talks to the media following the team’s morning skate. … See this video

Video: Game-Day: Eric Tangradi (3/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Eric Tangradi talks to the media following the team’s morning skate. … Watch video here

Video: Game-Day: Coach Bylsma (3/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma talks to the media following the team’s morning skate. … See video here

Mike Comrie Returns Tonight Source: The Pensblog
According to the Penguins website, Mike Comrie will play tonight . (You have no idea how badly we've wanted to post that .gif again.) Hilary Duff jokes aside, we're actually looking forward to Comrie's return. We had high hopes for him when he signed with the team and he had an excellent preseason. … See the rest here

Forward Mike Comrie back for Pens tonight Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins forward Mike Comrie will play tonight against the New Jersey Devils at Consol Energy Center. Comrie hasn’t played since Nov. 24 because of a hip that required surgery. … More

Pre-Game Buzz: Comrie to make return to lineup tonight Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
New Jersey (34-35-4, 72pts) @ Pittsburgh (43-23-8, 94pts) — Mike Comrie will be in the lineup tonight vs the New Jersey Devils, head coach Dan Bylsma said during today’s media session. Comrie will replace Dustin Jeffrey in the lineup … See the article here

Thoughts on potential opportunity opening up for Comrie; Lovejoy leaping Engelland? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Tidbits — Penguins forward Mike Comrie who is recovering from hip surgery, knows that the odds of him getting a true shot of getting back into the lineup are slim. He hinted to that on Wednesday, following practice at Southpointe. … Continue reading here

Pittsburgh is Special to Hall of Famer Emrick Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh has a special place in the heart of Hall of Fame broadcaster Mike “Doc” Emrick, as he started his reporting career in the press box at Civic Arena. Emrick covered the Penguins for the Beaver County Times before jumping i… … Continued here

@pghpenguins: #Pens captain Sidney Crosby skated for about 30 minutes at CONSOL Energy Center this morning. – http://twitpic.com/4d48ud

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. New Jersey Source: penguins.nhl.com
Comrie and Fleury in, no update on Jeffrey (11:28 AM). 11:44 AM: Pens pics… Thiessen Orpik (left) Bylsma (right) Godard (right) Engelland (left); Conner (right) Dupuis (left) 11:28 AM: Pens … … More here

About the Devils – 03-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Devils. When and where: 7 p.m., Consol Energy Center … The rest is here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Anyone Missing Evgeni Malkin, a Pens Star Not Named Sidney? Source: Bleacher Report
Evgeni Malkin could be one of the best skaters in the world, but since he joined the NHL and arrivedin Pittsburgh , he’s always been second-best to another superstar name, Sidney Crosby . … Link

Empty Netter Assists – 03-25-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “Our guys keep playing. … See the rest here

Video: Exclusive: Sidney Crosby Practice (3/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby takes to the CONSOL Center ice this morning before today’s morning pre-game skate. … Watch video here


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