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PensHead Daily Links 10-13-2011

Thursday, October 13th, 2011

DiPietro out again after taking shot in mask (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
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Puck Previews: Capitals vs. Penguins; Emery goes for Chicago (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Back by popular demand, here are your Puck Previews: Spotlighting the key games in NHL action, news and views as well as general frivolity. Make sure to stop back here for the nightly Three Stars when the games are finished … Follow this link

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NHL Notebook: Crosby cleared for full contact drills (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has been medically cleared for contact, and he participated in the team’s Thursday morning skate without any limitation. There is no timetable for his return to game action, but the clearance was a major step forward. … See the article here

Capitals @ Penguins Pre-Game Buzz, Stats Watch & More Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Washington Capitals (2-0-0) vs Pittsburgh Penguins (3-0-1) Pre-Game Buzz: One Hour to Game Time The Penguins and Washington Capitals meet in the first of four highly-anticipated meetings this season. Even with no Sidney Crosby, Brooks Orpik, Marc Andre Fleury and possibly no Evgeni Malkin, there is still a lot of buzz surrounding this game. For … More

Crosby’s return to game action slowly inching closer Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Sidney Crosby received clearance for contact on Wednesday by Dr. … Read the rest here

NHL realignment: There’s no simple solution (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
You can’t please everyone when you start moving teams around and tinkering with the NHL schedule. … See the article here

Penguins sign Kunitz to 2-year extension (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins re-signed forward Chris Kunitz to a two-year contract extension worth $7.45 million on Thursday. Kunitz’s new contract begins in 2012-13, and it will pay him an average of $3.725 million annually. … Read the rest here

Capitals at Penguins – 10-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -We can’t say it any better: -Its a slightly rainy, humid day in Pittsburgh: … Read more here

Penguins sign F Chris Kunitz to 2-year extension (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins and forward Chris Kunitz have agreed on a two-year extension that will keep him with the club through the 2013-14 season. The deal, announced Thursday, will pay the 32-year-old Kunitz $3.725 million a season. Kunitz is coming off an impressive 2010-11 season in which he recorded 23 goals and 25 assists in 66 games. … Visit link

Kunitz, Penguins A Perfect Fit Source: penguins.nhl.com
When Chris Kunitz arrived in Pittsburgh in February 2009, he fit right in. The compact forward scored 18 points in 20 regular-season games that year before playing an integral role in the Penguins’ 2009 Stanley Cup championship run wi… … Continue reading here

Gameday 5 – Washington Capitals Source: The Pensblog
Consol Cityyy [ pic via tangerbabii58 on flickr ] Washington Capitals (2-0-0) vs. Pittsburgh Penguins (3-0-1) 7:00 pm/et TV: NHL Network for people outside Pittsburgh, ROOT sports for those in, CSN-DC Unlimited news today … Read the rest here

Washington Capitals vs. Pittsburgh Penguins: 6 Things To Watch for the Penguins Source: Bleacher Report
Tuesday night’s home opener saw the Pittsburgh Penguins remaining undefeated in regulation time. The 4-2 victory may not be remembered at season’s end, but two points will always be important. This is especially true when the team could have easily fallen victim to a “trap game.” With the Washington Capitals next on the schedule, a less-focused group could have hit the fast-forward button on their frame of mind … More

Kunitz receives 2 year extension Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-signed forward Chris Kunitz to a two-year contract extension, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. The deal begins with 2012-13 season and runs through the 2013-14 campaign, and has an average annual value of $3.725 million. Kunitz, 32, has played in all four games … See the rest here

Video: Game-Day: Dan Bylsma (10/13/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … View video

Malkin a maybe for tonight’s Penguins-Capitals game Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Evgeni Malkin said today that the soreness that has kept him out of the past two games is related to the incision on his right knee where he had surgery in February. … Continued here

Pittsburgh Penguins Extend Chris Kunitz: Why It’s a Great Move for Pens Source: Bleacher Report
On Thursday morning, the Pittsburgh Penguins announced that forward Chris Kunitz was given a two-year contract extension. The move ensures that Kunitz will remain in Pittsburgh through the 2013-14 season, and the extension will pay him $3.725 million per year … The rest is here

Sidney Crosby Cleared for Full Contact, but Penguins Fans Still Face Wait Source: Bleacher Report
After Sidney Crosby was spotted donning a black helmet at Thursday’s morning skate—the same color as the rest of his teammates—the assumption was safe. Sid had been cleared for contact. … Excerpt from

Sidney Crosby cleared for contact, and there was much rejoicing (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Savior traversed the frozen passage, his devotees transfixed upon him with a sanguine gaze. The crown placed upon hath changed; what once was white becometh onyx … Read more

Crosby Takes Next Step: Full Contact Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby announced Thursday that he is “cleared for full contact,” the next step in his road to recovery from a concussion he suffered in early January. “I’m cleared for full contact. It’… … Read more here

Crosby skates, Johnson in, Fleury sick, Malkin game-time decision – 101-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
Lots and lots and lots of news today. First things first, Sidney Crosby (right, with assistant coach Tony Granato) was cleared for full contact in practice today . … Read more here

Sidney Crosby Cleared for Contact: What This Means for the Pittsburgh Penguins Source: Bleacher Report
Pittsburgh Penguins superstar Sidney Crosby wore a black helmet like everyone else at practice today, as he was cleared for contact, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review . … Follow this link

Pittsburgh Penguins Sidney Crosby Shockingly Cleared for Contact, Return Is Soon Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins took the ice this morning for their pre-game skate, before tonight’s contest against the Washington Capitals at the Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh. Nothing new there, as the team usually takes the ice to get warmed up, work on some things on offense and defense and go over their game plan for tonight, against their rivals, the Washington Capitals … Follow this link

Pittsburgh Penguins: Love Him or Hate Him; Matt Cooke Can Flat out Play Source: Bleacher Report
Rarely does anybody talk about the positives of a player like Matt Cooke. Since he joined the Pittsburgh Penguins for the 2008-2009 season, Cooke has been suspended multiple times for speculative play. Because of this, his value as a fine two-way hockey player goes overlooked. While I certainly do not advocate for his behavior, Matt Cooke serves a vital role as a member of the Penguins. So far this season, Cooke has scored three goals in his first four games and has been one of, if not the biggest reason, why the Sidney Crosby -less Penguins are off to a hot start. Cooke is a solid situational player, plays on the second or third line, and is a consistent penalty killer. If Cooke were ever available there would be quite a few teams in line to take a flier on him. Brendan Shanahan has been appointed the new sheriff in town for the NHL . He should be applauded for how he has handled headshots and dirty play thus far. Unfortunately for Cooke, this perhaps puts him more under the microscope than he was before (if that’s possible). As a repeat offender, he has little wiggle room with the NHL’s big brass, and if and when he does have another incident, there is no telling as to the length of his penalty. Depending on the severity of the infraction, his removal from the NHL is not out of the realm of possibility … Read this article

Video: Game-Day: Evgeni Malkin (10/13/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin speaks with the media following today’s game-day skate. … Watch here

Video: Game-Day: Chris Kunitz Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz speaks to the media following today’s game-day skate about his contract extension. … View video here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (10/13/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … View video here

Sidney Crosby cleared for body contact (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has taken another step forward in his recovery from a concussion. … See the rest here

Penguins’ Crosby cleared for contact Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center and captain Sidney Crosby has been cleared to have contact in practice, the next step in his comeback from a concussion. … Read the rest here

Penguins sign Kunitz to two-year deal (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The Pittsburgh Penguins signed forward Chris Kunitz to a US$7.425-million, two-year contract extension on Thursday. … Visit link

Crosby cleared for contact, Kunitz signs extension Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Sidney Crosby wore a black helmet during a morning practice today, a signal that he has received contact clearance from his concussion team. … Follow this link

It Appears Crosby Has Been Cleared For Contact Source: The Pensblog
It looks like Crosby has been cleared for contact. … Read more

Penguins sign Kunitz to extension Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins announced this morning that they have signed left winger Chris Kunitz to a two-year contract extension. … See the rest here

Chris Kunitz re-ups for two years Source: The Pensblog
The Pens have re-signed Chris Kunitz for 2 years at $3.725 per. [ PENS ] Get Sid back, then we'll talk. … Continued here

Penguins Re-Sign Forward Chris Kunitz Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-signed forward Chris Kunitz to a two-year contract extension, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. The deal begins with 2012-13 season and runs through the 2013-14 cam… … Follow this link

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Washington Source: penguins.nhl.com
Crosby cleared for full contact (11:25 AM). Crosby wearing a black helmet (10:34 AM). Pens lines at morning skate (10:36 AM) … Follow this link

Penguins re-sign Kunitz – 10-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have signed left winger Chris Kunitz to a two-year contract extension worth a total of $7.45 million . He will have a salary cap hit of $3.725 over the course of the deal. … More here

About the Capitals – 10-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Capitals. When and where: 7 p.m. … Read the rest here

NEW RINKO GAME: Saturday Night Live Source: The Pensblog
We are pumped to unveilour latest game. It is called RINKO Saturday Night Live. It is a live scoring game, and the rules are as follows: Pick six forwards from the teams playing on Saturday Night, sit back, and watch our live scoring track it all. … More here

Video: Breaking News: Chris Kunitz (10/13/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sam Kasan gives you breaking news on Chris Kunitz’s contract extension. … Video here

Video: Game-Day: Sidney Crosby (10/13/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby speaks with the media following today’s game-day skate about being medically cleared for contact. … See video here

Former Collegiate Athlete Battles a Rare Cancer and Wins Source: penguins.nhl.com
In 2007, Adam Frederick, a former all-state high school quarterback and college football player at Kent State University, thought the pain and numbness in his lower back was due to a sports injury. After a few weeks of physical therapy, his sympto… … More

Canucks fall flat against Flyers in 5-4 loss (The Vancouver Sun) Source: Yahoo Sports
Don’t ask the Canucks about last season. They don’t like talking about yesterday, let alone last year or anytime before that. … Excerpt from

LINK CITY: Isles third jersey, Flyers GIF, Civic Arena… Source: The Pensblog
Tonight's the night. Nothing like a game against the Capitals. Speaking of which, Dave Molinari mentioned in an article today that the Caps have won 7 consecutive regular-season games in Pittsburgh, spanning three venues. … Go here to read the rest

Ovechkin a big reason for Capitals’ Pittsburgh winning streak Source: Post Gazette
Might be time for the Penguins to consider PNC Park. Or the Petersen Events Center … Follow this link

Starkey: Hockey mourns ‘lost team’ Source: Tribune-Review
There’s nothing to say, really. Words lose all meaning when a plane crash wipes out an entire hockey team … Follow this link

Pens’ Letang is staying fresh in brutal stretch Source: Tribune-Review
The regular season is only a week old and defenseman Kris Letang is just 24, but keeping him fresh is a priority for coach Dan Bylsma. … Visit link

Empty Netter Assists – 10-13-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Flyers fans managed to boo Sidney Crosby (above) last night. During an anti-cancer PSA . … Follow this link

Penguins penalty killers close to perfect after 4 games Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins had the best penalty killing in the NHL last season. This year, it’s even better … See more here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Is Time Running out for Eric Tangradi? Source: Bleacher Report
Eric Tangradi is arguably considered one of the top prospects in the Pittsburgh Penguins organization. He came to the Penguins from the Anaheim Ducks in a 2009 trade that also gave the Pens Chris Kunitz and sent defenseman Ryan Whitney to Anaheim. Tangradi was in his final junior season when the trade was made, but his season was cut short due to a hand injury … More here

Flyers fans boo rivals; alas, it’s during an anti-cancer commercial (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
There’s no need to recall the litany of criticisms aimed at Philadelphia sports fan; cheering injured players and snowballs at Santa have long passed the point of clich. The fact is that Philly fans will never get a break because Continue reading … Read more here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Dupuis, Vitale, Cooke Get Some as Emerging Third Line Source: Bleacher Report
Joe Vitale wasn’t supposed to crack this lineup. In training camp, he established himself as a penalty kill specialist, dominated the faceoff circle and showed that he had the speed and work ethic to fit snugly into Dan Bylsma’s very specific team DNA. Pascal Dupuis wasn’t supposed to earn two contract extensions following his acquisition as part of the Marian Hossa trade. … Continue reading here

Penguins vs. Capitals Scouting Report Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins Overall: 3-0-1-7 Home: 1-0-0-2 Road: 2-0-1-5 WHEN: Oct. 13, 2011 – 7:00 pm… … See more here

Fan Guide vs. Washington Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins square off against the Washington Capitals on Thursday, October 13, 2011 at CONSOL Energy Center. Here are some tips for fans who plan to attend the game: Doors will open at 6:00 pm for the 7:00 pm start … … See more here

JOBBER OF THE WEEK: Carrot Source: The Pensblog
A special Wednesday night edition. Our dear old friend Carrot made some headlines in Pittsburgh recently. Join us. … Excerpt from

Veteran Hordichuk leads Oilers fourth line (The Edmonton Journal) Source: Yahoo Sports
Nearly 11 years have passed since Darcy Hordichuk played his first NHL game, but even he, a veteran of 496 NHL games, remembers the moment. So when the Edmonton Oilers winger steps out onto the ice Thursday with his tenderfoot linemates, he knows what theyll be experiencing. … More

Video: Penguins Insider: Lovejoy Reads (10/12/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy visits West View Elementary to read to kids as part of Trib Total Medias Newspapers in Education program. … Video here

Video: Scouting Report: Washington (10/12/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo looks into the Washington’s powerful lineup for tomorrow night’s game. … To see video click here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-23-2010

Thursday, December 23rd, 2010

@pghpenguins: Check out the #WinterClassic Ice Truck at Verizon Center on its way to Pittsburgh! – http://twitpic.com/3ivmp0

HBO 24/7 Video: Watch What Happened in Latest Episode Source: Bleacher Report
If you’re a hockey fan, there’s a good chance that you’ve been keeping up with HBO’s “24/7 Penguins/Capitals Road to the Winter Classic” series. HBO’s “24/7″ series is generally known for following boxers, but they’ve taken a leap into the world of hockey … Read the rest here


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Penguins at Capitals – 12-23-10 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME -Hey, guess where we are: -No, not quite: -Next time you’re stuck on the Parkaway East, be thankful you don’t live in this city. The traffic in Washington makes Pittsburgh’s seem like a race track. … Continued here

Penguins Report: Game Day at Washington Source: penguins.nhl.com
Game day final thoughts… Asham is a no go for tonight. … Visit link

@pghpenguins: Not something you see everyday! Zamboni cleaning ice at the Community Rink at Stage AE. #WinterClassic – – http://twitpic.com/3iubgc

NHL Rings in New Year with Blanket Coverage of the 2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic Source: penguins.nhl.com
NEW YORK (December 23, 2010) – Through its media and social networking platforms — NHL Network™, NHL.com, NHL Radio™ and NHL Mobile — the National Hockey League will provide fans with the most complete coverage surrounding the 2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic as the Pittsburgh Penguins host the Washington Capitals at Heinz Field on New Year’s Day. Star-laden lineups, fierce rivalries, a spectacular outdoor venue, unpredictable weather and a sold-out crowd of more than 65,000 passionate fans from Pittsburgh, Washington and beyond will combine to make the 2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic a highlight on the North American sports calendar … Follow this link

Penguins Wives Association’s 2010-11 Online Charity Auction Source: penguins.nhl.com
For the fifth season, the Pittsburgh Penguins Wives Association has created a special holiday project for charity. ; This season, the ladies will once again decorate and fill holiday gift baskets! ; Each holiday basket is decorated and filled with items unique to each player or coach. … Read the rest here

Gameday 36 – Capitals Source: The Pensblog
7:00 PM Verizon Center Know Your Enemy: Capitals Kremlin Rock the Red As Wilkes-Blog mentioned earlier , Dustin Jeffrey has been called up. … Visit link

Alex Ovechkin: How Far Has His Star Fallen? Source: Bleacher Report
The moment he hit the ice for the first time, there was no denying that Alex Ovechkin was a star. Few players make their way to the NHL to emerge as an instant all-star—something Ovechkin did as a rookie in 2005-06 when he scored 52 goals and netted 106 points. … More here

Puck Headlines: Devils firing reactions; ‘The Gift of Sidney Crosby’ (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in… … The rest is here

The Good, Bad & Ugly. Canada’s year in the NHL (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
It was the same old story for the country’s six NHL clubs who despite a wild playoff ride by the Canadiens failed to win the Stanley Cup once again. … Continued here

@pghpenguins: Going to the #WinterClassic? Bring your Terrible Towel! Special WC towels avail at PensGear! – http://twitpic.com/3ithy5

Penguins recall Jeffrey – 12-23-10 Source: Empty Netters
In addition to goaltender John Curry, the Penguins have recalled forward Dustin Jeffrey from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL . This is Jeffrey’s second stint with the NHL Penguins this season. Earlier this month, he appeared in three games and scored two points. … Continued here

Penguins Recall Forward Dustin Jeffrey and Goaltender John Curry Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled forward Dustin Jeffrey and goaltender John Curry from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Jeffrey, 22, has appea… … Excerpt from

Penguins Ready for Showdown with Capitals Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins and Capitals Thursday night showdown in the nation’s capital had been lingering all week. But before the Penguins would meet Washington in the first of four meetings this season between the two rivals, they had to face Phoenix Monday and Florida Wednesday at home. Pittsburgh took care of business in impressive fashion with a 6-1 win over the Coyotes and a 5-2 triumph against Florida … Read more

Twenty Years Later – Islanders 4, Penguins 3 – 12-23-10 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1990-91 season which led to the first Stanley Cup title in franchise history. We wil … … More

HBO 24/7 Penguins/Capitals: Top 10 Highlights from Episode 2 Source: Bleacher Report
If you are a hockey fan, then you will know what I mean when I say it has felt like forever since HBO premiered their 24/7 special on the Penguins/Capitals. If you don’t get HBO, you better find somebody that does. If you can’t do that, I suggest you invest good money in a Slingbox or watch it online, because this is a series that is not to be missed. … See more here

A Disappointing Christmas Source: The Pensblog
From the front page of NHL.com : It would be a shame if someone Photoshoppedthat sign to read something else… You know what? That's all they've wanted in Washington for years now … Go here to read the rest

Winter Classic Public Skating Opens Friday at 3 p.m. Source: penguins.nhl.com
Winter Classic public skating will open Friday, Dec. 24 at 3 p.m … Read more

Devils fire MacLean, bring back Lemaire – 12-23-10 Source: Empty Netters
The Devils finally did something about the mess their mess of a 2010-11 season. … Visit link

Devils fire John Maclean Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The last place New Jersey Devils have fired head coach John MacLean, the Newark Star-Ledger reports. … Visit link

Penguins to recall Curry – 12-23-10 Source: Empty Netters
With Brent Johnson suffering a groin injury last night, the Penguins will recall goaltender John Curry (above) from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL . In 16 AHL games this season, Curry is 11-5-1 with at 2.33 goals against average a .913 save percentage and one shutout … Follow this link

John Curry to backup Fleury tonight Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Goaltender Brent Johnson, as expected is out for tonight’s game due to a groin injury. According to Dave Molinari of the Post-Gazette, John Curry will be Fleury’s backup tonight. Curry who is the organizations No … More

HBO 24/7 Penguins-Capitals Ep. 2: Grim McPhee, blue collar hockey (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Two of the most memorable props from Episode 2 of “HBO 24/7 Penguins/Capitals: The Road To The NHL Winter… … Excerpt from

Penguins call up goalie to replace injured Johnson Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Penguins will recall goalie John Curry from their farm team in Wilkes-Barre today … More

RECAP: 24/7 Episode Two — Some Scenes and Download Link Source: The Pensblog
Since HBO and the NHL made Episode One available online, we don't feel bad giving out this link. … Go here to read the rest

RECAP: 22 Games Later. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
Lose two straight, win two straight. The Pens bankrolled themselves with 12 straight wins, so now they can afford to drop a few and win them back. The Panthers came in playing some good hockey, but the Penguins took them out early. … Read the rest here

Sorry Sidney Crosby Fans, He’s No Wayne Gretzky: 10 Records Sid Will Never Break Source: Bleacher Report
I know its sacrilege to say anything negative about the next “Great One,” Mr. … Excerpt from


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About the Capitals – 12-23-10 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Capitals. When and where: 7 p.m. Verizon Center. … View post

Saad left off U.S. Junior roster Source: Tribune-Review
Brandon Saad, perhaps the most highly regarded hockey player to ever come from Western Pennsylvania, was surprisingly left off the U.S. World Junior roster released Wednesday. … Read this article

Penguins continue hot streak, roll past Panthers Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby extended his career-high scoring streak to 22 games as the Pens easily handled Florida at Consol Energy Center. … View post

Wednesday’s Three Stars: Zetterberg to the rescue; Tavares OT win (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Henrik Zetterberg, Detroit Red Wings With teammate Pavel Datsyuk injured in the first period,… … Read the rest here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-23-10 Source: Empty Netters
(Note: On account of traveling to Washington today, we’ll post a recap of the second episode of “24/7″ Friday morning.) Penguins -Shelly Anderson’s recap from last night’s game . Ben Lovejoy is probably the last guy you would expect to contend for a Gordie Howe Hat Trick … See the article here

Video: Penguin Matt Cooke’s prank on BizNasty during HBO ’24/7′ (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Through two episodes of “HBO 24/7 Penguins/Capitals: Road To The NHL Winter Classic”, Matt Cooke of… … Read this article

Winter Classic: NHL’s rink architect has 6 days to transform Heinz Field Source: Post Gazette
Disregard the plans, roadways and platforms, the remote under-ice monitors. Throw out the manual. … See the article here

Mt. Lebanon’s Wey gets USA juniors roster spot Source: Post Gazette
Patrick Wey, a 6-foot-2, 205-pound defenseman from Mt. Lebanon and Boston College, made the cut Wednesday when Team USA announced its 22-man roster for the World Junior Championships, which begin Sunday in Buffalo … Link

Capitals amped up for first meeting with Penguins Source: Post Gazette
Maybe it would be different if the Penguins had not had a game Wednesday night. Or if the roles were flipped and the Penguins had a recent long losing streak and the Washington Capitals a recent long winning streak … More

Penguins defeat Panthers, 5-2 Source: Post Gazette
The list of Penguins players likely to pick up a hat trick is relatively extensive. Make it a Gordie Howe hat trick —- a goal, an assist and a fight — and the list likely shrinks some. Either way, you would have to get pretty deep into the roster to come up with Ben Lovejoy. … More here

Winter Classic forecast Source: Post Gazette
According to AccuWeather, the Penguins and Washington Capitals could get suitable, if chilly, weather for the Jan. … Continue reading here

Penguins vs. Capitals Game Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Michelle Crechiolo … Read this article

Goal drought over for Oilers’ Whitney (The Edmonton Journal) Source: Yahoo Sports
Maybe it was only fitting that it would take hours to determine whether or not Edmonton Oilers defenceman Ryan Whitney scored his first goal of the season. It took Whitney 32 games to even get to that point. … Go here to read the rest

Crosby extends streak in Penguins’ 5-2 win (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins did enough work early on that they could afford to coast and look ahead to a showdown with rival Washington. … Read the rest here

Notebook: Lovejoy Notches First NHL Goal Source: penguins.nhl.com
Entering Wednesday’s game, Ben Lovejoy was just concerned about playing his game and making sure he didn’t get scored on. But the Penguins defenseman was the one that ended up finding the back of the net, as he tallied his first-career NHL goal – unassisted, nonetheless – in Pittsburgh’s 5-2 victory over Florida at CONSOL Energy Center. “The goal is something you dream of,” Lovejoy said. … Go here to read the rest

Aftermath: Penguins 5, Panthers 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Tony Jovenitti ; ; ; … Read the rest here

Crosby points streak hits 22 games as Penguins roll over Florida, 5-2 Source: Post Gazette
Sidney Crosby extended his points streak to 22 games in a 5-2 Penguins win over the Florida Panthers tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Excerpt from

Injury Report: Pens to recall goaltender; Asham questionable for Thurs night. Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Injury Report Winger Arron Asham did not look right in the morning skate and did not skate well tonight against the Florida Panthers. Reasons for that……Asham is bothered by a lower body injury and is questionable for tomorrow night’s game against the Washington Capitals. Asham did not take a shift in the third period … Visit link

Post-Game: Pens put Panthers away early in 5-2 win Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Game: Pittsburgh 5 – Florida 2 With talk of tonight being a trap game, the Florida Panthers battled hard for sixty minutes but the superior team came out on top and the Penguins put the game away in the first period. Pittsburgh jumped on the Panthers early, getting 1st period goals from Mark Letestu … Follow this link

24/7: Episode Two. [ Stream Available ] Source: The Pensblog
HBO: 10:00PM Known stream: TVPC If anyone has any other streams, post them below. Screenshots and GIFs also welcome. … View post

Pens win, Crosby cruising at 22 games Source: The Pensblog
This game was supposed to be like this. Pens came out with their foot on the pedal. And it was over. Big performances by Beej and MAF. … See more here

Watch Penguins vs Capitals Thursday Night on FSN and Win Big Source: penguins.nhl.com
FSN is giving away flat screen TVs, Penguins jerseys and a Penguins recliner as part of the “Great Gift Giveaway” on Thursday, December 23 when the Penguins take on the Washington Capitals. Just watch the Penguins game on FSN for the keyword of the period then complete the online entry form to register to win! ; Three great periods of hockey – and 4 great chances to win! Don’t miss the Penguins vs … View post

Video: History of the Rivalry Source: penguins.nhl.com
NHL On The Fly examines the rivalry between Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin leading up to the Winter Classic. … See video here

Penguins vs. Panthers Game Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
Author: Michelle Crechiolo … Follow this link

Video: Get Your Glove On Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brent Johnson finishes off this glove save on Shawn Matthias with some flair. … To see video click here

Video: Hold, hold, hold….. Source: penguins.nhl.com
Tyler Kennedy finds a streaking Mark Letestu who shows patience before sliding a puck past Tomas Vokoun. … View video here

Video: Streaking Sid Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby streaks down the left wing and blasts a shot past Vokoun to extend his point streak to 22 games. … View video here

Video: Post-Game: Sidney Crosby (12/22/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks with reporters following tonights game against the Florida Panthers. … Video here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (12/22/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks with reporters following tonights game against the Florida Panthers. … Watch here

Video: Post-Game: Dan Bylsma (12/22/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma talks with reporters following tonights game against the Florida Panthers. … Video here

Video: Post-Game: Ben Lovejoy (12/22/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy talks with reporters following tonights game against the Florida Panthers. … View video here

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PensHead Daily Links 11-28-2010

Sunday, November 28th, 2010

Steeltown Lockdown: Pittsburgh Penguins Ride Defense To Winning Streak Source: Bleacher Report
With Sidney Crosby riding a 12-game scoring streak to the top of the NHL scoring race and the once-sluggish power play gulping espresso, the Pittsburgh Penguins ‘ current six-game streak could be easily attributed to the manifestation of offensive might. The Penguins —with the combination of Crosby, former scoring champion Evgeni Malkin, rapidly improving Jordan Staal and offensively-gifted defensemen Kris Letang and Alex Goligoski—were expected to burn out a few bulbs on the scoreboard this season … Follow this link

Pics and Videos from Senators and Flames Source: The Pensblog
Back-to-back day games aren't good. We have no routine. So here's all the anthem pics, game pics, and videos from both games … Read more here

PODCAST: 11.28 Source: The Pensblog
27:14 length. We talk about the Sens and Flames games. … More

DEBATE OVER: SID’S THE BEST Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
By Mark Madden The debate ended not with a bang, but a whimper. Sidney Crosby is, by acclaim, the worlds best hockey player. … Follow this link

Catching up with Ryan Whitney – 11-28-10 Source: Empty Netters
Former Penguins defenseman Ryan Whitney appears to have everything right finally. … Read more here

Kiprusoff stands tall but Crosby, Pens overpower Flames (The Calgary Herald) Source: Yahoo Sports
On a sleepy Saturday afternoon, Miikka Kiprusoff gave the Calgary Flames every opportunity to steal two points in front of 18,317 stunned witnesses … The rest is here

Penguins’ Johnson sharp in return Source: Tribune-Review
Seventeen days seemed like forever between starts for backup goalie Brent Johnson, who stopped 30 shots Saturday in the Penguins’ 4-1 victory over Calgary at Consol Energy Center. … See more here

Penguins Cup Chronicles: Gord Dineen Source: Tribune-Review
Although the Penguins won the Stanley Cup in 1991, that season proved to be the toughest of defenseman Gord Dineen’s career for a simple reason: he wasn’t playing. … More here

Soft-spoken Martin aware of space invasion Source: Tribune-Review
A reporter is almost forced to lean way into Paul Martin to guarantee his voice is captured on the now-standard digital audio equipment. … More

Offensively gifted Wilkes-Barre getting it done on defense Source: Tribune-Review
The Baby Penguins have the best winning percentage in the American Hockey League one-quarter of the way into the season thanks primarily to their defense. … More

Ruff still in tune with Sabres Source: Tribune-Review
Ask the Buffalo Sabres, and they’ll tell you the Penguins would be wise to keep Dan Bylsma for a long, long time. The Sabres have enjoyed terrific success under Lindy Ruff, the league’s longest-tenured coach. … Continued here

Saturday’s Three Stars: Mauldin stunner, Sid trick, Avery vs. Tootoo (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Greg Mauldin, Colorado Avalanche The journeyman center topped his NHL career total in points (3) in… … Go here to read the rest

NHL Roundup: A look at Saturday’s games (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby came within a missed penalty shot of a feat only the Pittsburgh Penguins' last superstar ever accomplished. … Continue reading here

Crosby’s hat trick leads Penguins past Flames Source: Post Gazette
Mario Lemieux made NHL history Dec. 31, 1988 when he scored every kind of goal in a single game … Excerpt from

Penguins Notebook: Playing against Crosby ‘a treat’ for Flames’ Iginla Source: Post Gazette
Jarome Iginla didn’t misspeak. It’s just that a couple of hours before he and the Calgary Flames played the Penguins at Consol Energy Center, he had no idea the angst Sidney Crosby would produce. “Playing against him is a treat,” the Flames winger said of the opposing captain. … See more here

On the Penguins: Ice still a work in progress at Consol Energy Center Source: Post Gazette
It is, like so many things associated with the Penguins this season, a work in progress. And, also like so many of those things, it is getting better. … Continued here

RECAP: He Goes, They Go. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
It took a while, but the Pens were finally able to solve Kiprusoff, who had the potential to be an enormous pain in the ass. The line combinations are finally beginning to all gel on the same night. And the Pens have given up only 4 goals total in the past 4 games. We don't like getting too high or too low during an NHL season, but, shit, it feels like the Pens didn't play like this at any point during the season last year, so there's reason to be pumped as balls. Crosby is a beast. Pens make their first MSG appearance on Monday. Always good times … Read more

Bradford: If only Crosby had his Kurri Source: TimesOnline.com
PITTSBURGH Like E.F. Hutton back in the day, when Wayne Gretzky speaks, people listen. So, when The Great One stated this week that Tampa Bay phenom Steven Stamkos had a chance to become the first player in 19 years to score 50 goals in 50 games the Lightning center had 21 goals in 22 games entering the weekend it got us thinking … Excerpt from

A look at what sets Crosby above the rest & 200 goals by the numbers Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
What Sets Crosby Apart Extending his points streak to 12 games and tallying his 6th regular season hat trick to take over the NHL points lead with 40, Penguins captain Sidney Crosby continues to amaze his teammates in his 6th NHL season. “I’ve seen him for three years and I’m still like… ‘Oh, my … Continued here

Video: Inside Penguins Hockey Ep 6 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Hosts Steve Mears and Katie O’Malley take us to Project Bundle-Up, a chat with Arron Asham, and more. Presented by Verizon. … See video here

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PensHead Daily Links 10-04-2010

Monday, October 4th, 2010

Homo the Goat: “I’m not gay.” Source: The Pensblog
“It’s something I’ve been dealing with my entire life,” said Homo. “You think college was easy with a name like Homo and having a best friend that was an octopus? Jesus.” Mr. the Goat took multiple trips to the local library this past summer to research his family lineage and to uncover the origins of his unique name. What he discovered helped give him some peace of mind. “Apparently, there was a typo at the farm’s notary when I was born. My name was supposed to Bob. Honest mistake. … Read this article

LINK CITY: Cuts, Suspensions and Obnoxious Jerks Source: The Pensblog
Links that will keep you entertained on Monday night. Dustin Jeffrey has been cut from the Pens . Orpik and Crosby came back to practice today . … Continue reading here

Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Squad Captures Championship Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Team, a local travel squad comprised of the top amateur players from Pittsburgh at the 1996 birth year, recently opened up its season by capturing the title in the first of five ’96 Super Series held throughout the season. ; The tournament was hosted by the Tampa Bay Lightning, Sept. … Read more

Martin Adjusts To Penguins Up-Tempo System Source: penguins.nhl.com
Changing teams is never a seamless transition for players when they do it for the first time like Paul Martin did this summer. But the 29-year-old Minneapolis, Minn … Link

Lovejoy locking down No. 6 spot? Kennedy says competition is pushing him to get better Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Sounds heard around the locker room I caught up with Ben Lovejoy, Mark Letestu, Tyler Kennedy and Eric Godard after practice. Here’s the latest: Ben Lovejoy remains the front runner for the No. 6 spot after today’s practice … Follow this link

Post-Practice Notes: Kunitz filling leadership void left by Bill Guerin Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Healthy for the first time in months, 1st line winger Chris Kunitz is quietly having a strong training camp and pre-season. In four pre-season games, Kunitz tallied 2 goals and 3 assists. Coming off a two-point game on Sunday night, Kunitz told me today that he’s feeling good about his game and the direction … Read the rest here

Crosby, Orpik better Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby and defenseman Brooks Orpik both returned to practice Monday and Consol Energy Center and pronounced themselves ready to play in Thursday’s regular season opener against the Philadelphia Flyers. … The rest is here

Bill Guerin Cut By The Flyers Source: The Pensblog
Well, we won’t have to worry about cheering against him anymore. … Visit link


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Crosby, Orpik Practice; Expect to Play in Thursday’s Opener Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby and defenseman Brooks Orpik, both of whom have missed some practices and preseason games with injuries, were back at practice Monday at CONSOL Energy Center, and both expect to be in the lineup when Pittsburgh opens the regular season Thursday against Philadelphia in the first official game in the new arena. “I feel better; those couple of days (off) were good,” said Crosby, who has been dealing with a hip injury. “I was glad to go through a full practice … Link

Penguins demote Jeffrey – 10-04-10 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have demoted forward Dustin Jeffrey (right) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. … The rest is here

Bing’s New Commerical Source: The Pensblog
pissssed Thanks to Stephen P. for sending this in: Do it go pens … View post

Off-Day: Sidney Crosby (10/4/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks to the media following Monday’s practice. … See this video

Off-Day: Mike Comrie (10/4/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mike Comrie talks to the media following Monday’s practice. … See this video

Off-Day: Brooks Orpik (10/4/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to the media following Monday’s practice. … Click here to view video

Off-Day: Zbynek Michalek (10/4/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek talks to the media following Monday’s practice. … View video

Off-Day: Coach Bylsma (10/4/10) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media following Tuesday’s practice. … Video here
Crosby, Orpik return to practice Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Sidney Crosby and defenseman Brooks Orpik are practicing at Consol Energy Center today. … The rest is here

Monday Practice Report: Crosby returns to practice; Asham out Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Quick Hits Pittsburgh Penguins star center Sidney Crosby returned to practice this morning. Crosby is skating extremely well after sitting out the past two days with a hip flexor. … Link

Jeffrey assigned to Wilkes Barre/Scranton Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins have made one roster move this morning, assigning forward Dustin Jeffrey to Wilkes Barre/Scranton. … View post

Penguins Assign F Jeffrey to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have assigned forward Dustin Jeffrey to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. The transaction leaves 29 players on the Penguins’ roster: 17 forwards; 10 defensemen; and two goaltenders. … Visit link

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Penguins Report: Practice 10/4/10 Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:47 AM: Practice pics Sidney Crosby (left); Mark Letestu (right) Brooks Orpik (left); Pascal Dupuis (right) Video coordinator Jim Britt (left); Simon Despres (right) Michalek (left); Kris Letang (right) 11:34 AM: The Penguins are on the ice at CONSOL Energy Center for practice. The only players not at practice are goalie Marc-Andre Fleury and forwards Arron Asham and Ryan Craig (though Craig did skate: see 9:30 AM). Video coordinator Jim Britt is filled in for Fleury in net. … The rest is here


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Baby Penguins Banter: 2010 Preseason Wrap-Up Edition Source: Bleacher Report
Welcome to “Hocktober”! In this edition of Baby Penguins Banter, we will look at how the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins fared in their four-game exhibition schedule. We will also look forward to opening night on Saturday, Oct. 9. … Follow this link

BT’s 10 Bold (Or Not so Bold) 2010-11 NHL Predictions: The Pittsburgh Penguins Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins are perennial contenders in the NHL, and namely it’s because of their two superstars. … Read more

Is Eric Tangradi Ready To Play for the Pittsburgh Penguins? Source: Bleacher Report
When Penguins GM Ray Shero traded Ryan Whitney to the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for forwards Chris Kunitz and prospect Eric Tangradi in February of 2009, a lot of NHL analysts claimed that Shero made off like a bandit. A top-six forward and a highly rated forward prospect in exchange for a top-four defensemen, sounds familiar doesn’t it? That was what Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brian Burke was rumored to be looking to get in exchange for Tomas Kaberle this past summer. Chris Kunitz proved that maybe an even swap could have been a sufficient enough deal. Look at how he contributed to the Penguins’ Stanley Cup Championship in 2009. Once Kunitz was traded to Pittsburgh, he managed to accumulate 18 points (7-11-18) in 20 games in the regular season. He then posted 14 points (1-13-14) in 24 playoff games before lifting the Stanley Cup. … Read more here

Questions Will Become Answers: Sidney Crosby Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins and Sidney Crosby will try and answer some of questions the team has for this upcoming season. … View video here

Homo the Goat previews the Eastern Conference Source: The Pensblog
Whether you followed the World Cup or not, you probably heard of Paul the Octopus. … View post

DEMOTE DESPRES Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
By Mark Madden The most intriguing battle for a position on the Penguins roster is for the final defensive spot the No. 6 defenseman … Continue reading here

Penguins preseason statistics – 10-04-10 Source: Empty Netters
We’re going to go out on a limb and openly suggest Evgeni Malkin (above) might be a player you should consider for his fantasy league. It’s just a hunch. Here are the Penguins’ preseason statistics … Read this article

Pens working out final issues with forwards, defensemen Source: Tribune-Review
Despite a competitive training camp, the Penguins brain trust still has a few issues to resolve before the team opens NHL play on Thursday. … Link

Comrie scores twice in Pens’ final exhibition game Source: Tribune-Review
Mike Comrie made it a nice finish to an exhibition season he started with some pop, scoring two goals yesterday afternoon as the Pens topped the Red Wings. … Read more

Empty Netter Assists – 10-04-10 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Shelly Anderson’s recap from last night’s game . The Penguins finished the preseason 5-1-0 … See the rest here

Next Time It Counts. PENS WIN. [ Highlights Included ] Source: The Pensblog
Preseason is over, jack. … Follow this link

Roster moves loom as Penguins close out the pre-season Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins closed out their pre-season with a 5-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday night at Joe Louis Arena. Mike Comrie scored twice and Evgeni Malkin had a goal and three assists in the win. … See the article here


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Penguins: Versatile veteran hopes to stick Source: Post Gazette
DETROIT — Andrew Hutchinson was in a different situation from the thousands of other people at Joe Louis Arena Sunday who grew up following the Red Wings. Hutchinson not only was rooting for the visiting team, he also was hoping to be on its roster for the start of the regular season. … Read more

Penguins Notebook: Final cuts the last step Source: Post Gazette
DETROIT — The exhibition games are over. The last big bit of business for the Penguins this preseason is to finalize their roster … See more here


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Comrie’s Strong Preseason Continues With Two Goals Versus Wings Source: penguins.nhl.com
DETROIT – The 2010-11 regular season is still four days away, but Penguins newcomer Mike Comrie continues to look like he’s in midseason form. … Go here to read the rest

Malkin Leads Penguins Past Red Wings Source: penguins.nhl.com
DETROIT – The Penguins closed the books on a solid preseason campaign Sunday night by beating one of their archrivals, the Detroit Red Wings, 5-2, at Joe Louis Arena. Evgeni Malkin led the way for the Penguins, scoring a goal in the third period and adding three helpers for a four-point night … More here


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Penguins drop Detroit, 5-2, in final preseason game Source: Post Gazette
DETROIT — The Penguins downed the Detroit Red Wings, 5-2, in their preseason finale tonight at Joe Louis Arena. … See more here

Penguins-Wings In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
0:00: Bring on the regular season! Pittsburgh defeats the Detroit Red Wings, 5-2, at Joe Louis Arena, to conclude the 2010 exhibition season. The Penguins will be back in action on Thursday night, Oct. 7, when they officially open CONSOL Energy Center by hosting the rival Philadelphia Flyers at 7 p.m. … Read the rest here

Preseason Gameday 6 – Red Wings Source: The Pensblog
5:00 PM Joe Louis Arena Know the Enemy: Nightmare On Helm Street Who schedules a hockey game for 5pm? The Pens wrap up the preseason in Joe Louis Arena … Go here to read the rest

Penguins at Red Wings – 10-03-10 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME -This is a semi-live blog of tonight’s game direct from our living room couch. Enjoy … More here

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Penguins Bipolar Disorder

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

Games like tonight cause psychological disorders. After a bipolar game of hits and misses, from trailing by 2, to leading by 2, to finding ourselves clinging to a 1 goal lead on the PK with 2 minutes left of the game, the Pens came out on top with a final score of 5-4.

Letestu scored his first NHL goal early in the 1st to give the Pens the 1-0 lead. Buffalo answered back with 2 quick goals and returned in the 2nd to score yet again and take the 3-1 lead.

Pittsburgh wasn’t ready to throw in the towel. Crosby responded minutes later on the PP, followed by a long anticipated goal by Jordan Staal which tied the score at 3. After an extended period of 4 on 4 hockey Bing decided to show off by racking up two more goals within the period for his 5th career hatty. Crosby is now tied with Marleau for the NHL lead in goals.

God that guy sucks.

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