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PensHead Daily Links 01-30-2012

Monday, January 30th, 2012

Streaking Penguins surging into second half (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins milled quietly about their dressing room deep inside Consol Energy Center on Monday, slowly getting back to work following a welcomed few days off for the All-Star break. As the players chatted about their current seven-game winning streak, the spectacular play of center Evgeni Malkin and the prospects of catching the New York Rangers for the Eastern Conference lead, a… … See the rest here

Malkin looks to continue magnificent season (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
The best player in the NHL continues to wear a Pittsburgh Penguins sweater. … More

Crosby skates before Penguins practice (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby skated with a pair of fellow injured Pittsburgh Penguins teammates before the team’s practice on Monday. It was a hopeful sign in the long recovery for Crosby, who has played in just eight games over the last year. … Excerpt from

Twenty Years Later – Islanders 8, Penguins 5 – 01-30-12 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2011-12 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1991-92 season which led to … … Link

Video: Crosby Skates (1/30/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sid takes the ice at the CONSOL Energy Center. PensTV was there to cover the action. … Watch video here

Video: Off Day: Matt Cooke (1/30/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke talks to reporters following the Pens’ first practice after the All-Star break. … Watch video here

Video: Off Day: Chris Kunitz (1/30/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz talks to reporters following the Pens’ first practice after the All-Star break. … See this video

Video: Off Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (1/30/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to reporters following the Pens’ first practice after the All-Star break. … Watch here

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Nearing four week mark of injury, Staal back on ice for Pens Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins center Jordan Staal has been cleared to begin skating and is going through individual drills this afternoon. Staal recovering from a grade III MCL tear, is nearing the four week mark of his injury … Read more

Pens’ Crosby takes the ice with injured Staal, Despres Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Sidney Crosby has joined center Jordan Staal and defenseman Simon Despres, both of whom are on injured reserve because of knee injuries, on the ice with conditioning coach Mike Kadar at Consol Energy Center. … View post

Crosby Skates with Injured Teammates Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was on the ice at CONSOL Energy Center for a pre-practice skate Monday. Crosby skated with injured teammates Simon Despres and Jordan Staal and strength and conditioning coach Mike Kadar. Crosby, who has been o… … Read the rest here

CONCUSSION CITY: errrr link city Source: The Pensblog
Some more reads about Crosby and concussions: Geoff Grant from Climatecentral with an interesting comparison between Crosby and, yes, global warming: With climate, as with hockey, people seem to be waiting for the definitive A-leads-to-B line to be drawn for them. But just as it’s impossible to link one hurricane in Florida to climate change, doctors cannot say with absolute certainty that any one hit, or even any one concussion, leads to long-term brain damage and functional decline … View post

Malkin’s Star Shines Bright Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Evgeni Malkin is the lowest profiled high-profile player in the NHL. Despite all his talents and accomplishments, Malkin is often overlooked by the media and fans (not Pens fans though) … More

Plenty to question – 01-30-12 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins aren’t the only team in the NHL to treat medical updates like launch codes for nuclear weapons. … Visit link

FAN GUIDE vs. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS Source: penguins.nhl.com
7:00 PM Ticketmaster | Ticket Exchange | Student Rush Don’t have a ticket yet? It’s not too late. … Link

Video: Pens Insider: ASG Part 1 (1/30/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
PensTv goes to the All Star Game in Ottawa and brings you first hand coverage. … Video here

Video: Pens Insider: ASG Part 2 (1/30/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
PensTV goes to the All Star Game in Ottawa and brings you first hand coverage of the Penguins players there. … View video

Malkin moves up – 01-30-12 Source: Empty Netters
Evgeni Malkin collected two points in yesterday’s All-Star Lame Game. In the process, he moved a little bit higher on the team’s all-time leading scorers list in that contest. Suffice it to say, he has a little ways to go in order to reach No. … View post

Crosby: Speculation Station Source: The Pensblog
For anyone complaining that the Internet becomes a sea of armchair doctors whenever Crosby news comes out, you have to find some way to get off your high horse. In the past 24 to 48 hours, we've read more non-educated speculation about Crosby than anyone on the Internet, and we aren't jammed up about it. Here are some must-read articles for you to start your week with. 1. … Continue reading here

What We Learned: Toronto is the league’s most intriguing second-half team (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 … Go here to read the rest

Sidney Crosby Suffering from an Undetected Fractured Vertebrae for a Year? Source: Bleacher Report
A disturbing complication has come to the Sidney Crosby concussion story, as reported by Bruce Arthur in the National Post early this morning. Apparently, doctors in Utah and California that Crosby was consulting this All-Star week found abnormalities in his C1 and C2 vertebrae … Continue reading here

The 2012 Hitchhiker’s guide to the playoffs Source: The Pensblog
The Penguins are 28-17-4. They have 60 points and are currently in fifth place. There are 10 weeks left in the Penguins season … Read more

Empty Netter Assists – 01-30-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Evgeni Malkin (above, with Kris Letang and James Neal) had a goal and an assist for Team Chara which beat Team Alfredsson, 12-9, in the All-Star Lame Game . -Malkin’s goal: 7gCXKvz5NDw -Happy times for Malkin … More here

Team Alfredsson dominates skills competition Source: Tribune-Review
Team Alfredsson beat Team Chara, 21-12, easily clinching the victory in the final-round shootout challenge. Alfredsson had one of his team’s 10 shootout goals in outscoring Chara, 10-3. That was enough to get the hometown crowd on its feet, cheering on a Senators-stocked team that Alfredsson selected in the draft Thursday night. … More here

Kovacevic: How do you miss a broken neck? Source: Tribune-Review
If new findings are correct, those assembled by the Penguins and Sidney Crosby to treat his ailment have some serious explaining to do. … See more here

NHL teams now turn focus toward the push for the playoffs Source: Tribune-Review
NHL All-Star Game, festivities overshadow otherwise tumultuous first half, as teams turn focus toward push for postseason play. … More here

Penguins’ stars shine bright at NHL All-Star Game in Ottawa Source: Tribune-Review
Each of the Penguins three All-Stars left Canada’s capital city with something other than odd-looking game equipment. … Continued here

VIDEO: Malkin’s nasty goal in the ASG Source: The Pensblog
Via Freakshow : What a player. … Read this article

Seeing Yakupov in person quite a treat Source: Chipped Ice
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NHL All-Star Notebook: Crosby exam results might come today Source: Post Gazette
The NHL All-Star Game played out in normal fashion Sunday at Scotiabank Place. A night earlier, health news about Sidney Crosby fairly well upstaged the skills challenge. … Visit link

NHL All-Star Game: More glitter on Malkin’s horizon Source: Post Gazette
At the 2008 NHL All-Star Game in Atlanta, Evgeni Malkin could not be persuaded to speak to reporters after picking up a couple of assists — not by local media members he knew, not by Penguins staff members, not even by then-teammate and friend Sergei Gonchar. What a difference over the weekend at the 2012 confluence of star power. … Continue reading here

Without Crosby, Malkin takes over for Penguins (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh star Evgeni Malkin is finally healthy and looking like the best player in the league. … Read more here

Dave Stubbs: Charlie Hodge/Gerry Bauman all-star shutout record holds (The Montreal Gazette) Source: Yahoo Sports
National Hockey League shooters poured 21 shots behind six goaltenders Sunday in Kanata, Ont., Team Chara beating Team Alfredsson 12-9 to win the NHLs 59th All-Star Game. … Link

Malkin Earns Bragging Rights in All-Star Game Source: penguins.nhl.com
OTTAWA – A big smile spread across Evgeni Malkin’s face when asked how it felt to beat his teammates James Neal and Kris Letang in the 2012 NHL All-Star Game. “Oh, yeah, it feels awesome,” Malkin said … See the rest here

Video: Post ASG: Kris Letang (1/29/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang talks to the media after the 2012 All-Star Game. … See video here

Video: Post ASG: Evgeni Malkin (1/29/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin talks to the media after the 2012 All-Star Game. … View video here

Video: Post ASG: James Neal (1/29/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media after the 2012 All-Star Game. … Click here to view video

NHL All-Stars: Team Chara defeats Team Alfredsson, 12-9 Source: Post Gazette
OTTAWA — The Penguins’ three representatives left their mark on the 2012 NHL All-Star Game today at Scotiabank Place. … Visit link

Malkin helps Team Chara win All-Star Game, 12-9 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins center Evgeni Malkin had a goal and an assist and helped Team Chara defeat Team Alfredsson, 12-9, in the All-Star Game at ScotiaBank Place in Ottawa. Malkin scored the game’s second goal against Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist at 5:38 of the first period. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Drake Meets the All-Stars Source: penguins.nhl.com
Drake goes into the locker room after his second intermission performance. … Watch here

Video: Pens Insider: ASG Wrap-Up (1/29/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears wraps-up the 2012 All-Star Game. … See video here

Video: Mike Lange’s Journal Source: penguins.nhl.com
Toyota Presents: Mike Lange talks about his trusty Astolite Headset. … Watch video here

Video: Russian Jokers Source: penguins.nhl.com
Fellow countrymen Evgeni Malkin and Pavel Datsyuk share a laugh. … View video

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PensHead Daily Links 01-11-2012

Wednesday, January 11th, 2012

Pens coach: Sidney Crosby set to resume skating (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby is ready to resume skating. Coach Dan Bylsma said before Pittsburgh’s game at the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night that Crosby will skate when he joins the team on its current road trip. That includes visits to the Panthers on Friday and the Lightning on Sunday. … Visit link

Pens-Caps In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
6:00 PM: Tonight marks the official beginning of the second half of the season for the Pens, which is fitting because the team could really, really use a fresh start right now. It’s time for them to turn the page on the five-game losing strea… … Read this article

Pens captain Crosby to skate this week Source: Tribune-Review
Little news has come forward regarding Sidney Crosby, other than an update from coach Dan Bylsma two weeks ago that Crosby was still having concussion-like symptoms. … More

GAME DAY BUZZ: Crosby to begin skating; Despres out 2-4 weeks; Jeffrey set to return vs Caps Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Game Day Buzz Pittsburgh Penguins (21-16-4, 46 pts) @ Washington Capitals (21-17-2, 44 pts) CROSBY TO BEGIN SKATING: Head coach Dan Bylsma announced at his 5:30 pre-game media session that Sidney Crosby will join the team in Washington tonight and begin skating on his own in Florida this week. Bylsma yesterday indicated that Crosby was … More

Bylsma: Crosby to join Pens on road trip (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
WASHINGTON – Sidney Crosby is taking the first step in another return to the NHL. … More here

Crosby to join Penguins on current road trip Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Center Sidney Crosby, who is recovering from a concussion, will join the Penguins on their current road trip, according to coach Dan Bylsma. … The rest is here

Penguins at Capitals – 01-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from wet and dreary Washington D.C. It’s in the 40s and the rain is coming in sideways. An ugly day. … More

Gameday 42 – Capitals Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (21-16-4) @ Washington Capitals (21-17-2) 7:30 pm/et TV: NBCSN , TSN2 Verizon Center – Washington, DC Crosby is out. Letang is out. Staal is out. … More here

Crosby to Skate on His Own Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens coach Dan Bylsma announced that center Sidney Crosby will join the team in Washington Wednesday night and will skate during a two-game road trip in Florida. “Tonight, Sidney Crosby will be joining us on the road trip,” Bylsm… … Link

Penguins make three roster moves Source: Tribune-Review
Enforcer Steve MacIntyre has been placed on waivers, injured defenseman Simon Despres has been placed on the injured reserve list and forward Dustin Jeffrey has been removed from the injured reserve list. … More here

Leave Sidney ALONE!!!!!!!! Source: The Pensblog
I'm going to wear that graphic out. Yes, I'm going to use “I” in this post because this is only my opinion. I hate the usage of the word “I” in posts but saying “we” at this point would be incorrect as this isn't the general opinion of the writers at this blog. … See the rest here

Penguins’ defenseman Despres onto IR; forward Jeffrey off Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Penguins have removed forward Dustin Jeffrey from the injured-reserve list and put defenseman Simon Despres on it. … View post

Mark Madden goes off on Penguins, Crosby Source: The Pensblog
We've had our own personal battle with Madden. It is well documented.But regardless of that Madden is still center ice in this town when it comes to situations like these. Last night, Madden, at Dan Bylsma's postgame press conference asked Bylsma flat out about Sid … See the article here

Pittsburgh Penguins & Washington Capitals Line Combinations Source: The Pensblog
Things feel a little more subdued than the standard lead up to a Capitals/Penguins game. That's probably because it's a battle for eighth place between two struggling and injured teams. TONIGHT ON NBC SPORTS NETWORK!!! Pittsburgh Penguins Lines from Empty Netters … View post

Video: Miller Lite 2 Minute Power Play Source: penguins.nhl.com
Three lucky fans get to jump start their holiday with a 2 minute shopping spree at PensGear. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner Game: Dan Bylsma Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma before tonight’s matchup against the Washington Capitals. … Click here to view video

STATS: MacIntyre fell well short of the "Bonvie Line" Source: The Pensblog
via @kevinbzimmerman MacIntyre ended up well short of longest tenure by Penguin (not a goalie) w/out scoring a point; Dennis Bonvie , 31gp , 0-0-0-80pim Call it the Bonvie line. Here were “Big Mac's stats” Hard to accurately describe how big of a waste Steve MacIntyre was … View post

Puck Daddy’s 2012 NHL All-Star Game selections (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
On “Marek Vs. Wyshynski”, we asked your opinions on the NHL All-Star Game; specifically, how you view the midseason classic’s purpose. Should it be a fantasy hockey league come to life … Go here to read the rest

Pens place left winger MacIntyre on waivers Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. … Follow this link

Enforcer Steve MacIntyre placed on waivers Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins this afternoon have placed enforcer Steve MacIntyre on waivers. The 31 year old appeared in 10 games, collecting 0 points, 0 shots on goal,2 penalty minutes and averaging2:34 of ice. He never had to drop the gloves, earning nearlyhalf of his NHL contract,much morethan he would have earned in a full season … The rest is here

Steve MacIntyre on Waivers Source: The Pensblog
As per Bob MacKenzie on Twitter . Now we watch as not a single other team in the league has any interest in claiming him. … Excerpt from

About the Capitals – 01-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Capitals. When and where: 7:30 p.m., EST. … See the rest here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … View video here

Well at least the re-development of the area around Consol is going okay….oh wait Source: The Pensblog
From the PG : A plan to convert two buildings across from the Consol Energy Center into a complex featuring a restaurant, rooftop lounge and loft apartments has fizzled out. The proposed developer, Blue Line Capital, has decided not to pursue the project, which would have been the first major redevelopment near Consol since it opened in 2010 … Read this article

Morning Pens Buzz: On Breakdowns vs Sens; Turnaround starts with committment to defense; Scouts take on Pens “finesse” role players Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Pens Buzz It was a meltdown for the Penguins Tuesday night, falling to the Ottawa Senators 5-1 on home ice, dropping their 5th straight game. The team was lifeless when it counted and by the time they showed some life after Evgeni Malkin’s second period goal, it was to late. The Penguins have scored … Excerpt from

4 Things to know about the Capitals: 1.11.12 Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. Click it for the breakdown. Uh actually lets just show the standings: Could be the last full day in the playoffs for a while … Continue reading here

RECAP: It’s always darkest befo– PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
It has been years since we've seen the Penguins on-ice product so terrible. It's easily the worst it has been since we started the blog, so it's a hard topic to attack.The only advice we can give?Enjoy it. Embrace the negativity. … More here


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Penguins finally get some good news on injury front Source: Tribune-Review
A bone in James Neal’s foot might have been broken, but fortunately for the Penguins, the injury likely happened and healed years ago. … Link

Senators send Penguins to fifth-straight loss Source: Tribune-Review
The worst homestand of the Dan Bylsma era concluded with a thud against Ottawa, as the Senators roared past the Penguins. … Go here to read the rest

Empty Netter Assists – 01-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Shelly Anderson’s recap from last night’s game . Simon Despres did not return after a “lower-body” injury in the first period … See more here

Some building collapsed outside of Consol last night Source: The Pensblog
Fifth ave is cursed apparently. WTAE.com with the best headline ever. … See the rest here

Tuesday’s Three Stars: Shutouts for Gustavsson, Blues’ Halak; Hat tricks for Stalberg, Ducks’ Koivu (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Saku Koivu, Anaheim Ducks Koivu scored a minute in and with a minute left (with a game-winner somewhere in there as well, whatever) to record his second career hat trick in the Ducks’ 5-2 win over the Continue reading … Continued here

Penguins’ Simon Despres injured in 5th loss in row Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins reached a couple of significant milestones Tuesday night in their 5-1 loss against the Ottawa Senators — the halfway point of the season and, if they are lucky, rock bottom. Certainly, the Penguins do not want to drop any lower than this: five losses in a row and hanging precariously onto the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference with 46 points. … View post

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Capitals Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (21-16-4) vs. … Link

Senators make quick work of slumping Penguins, 5-1 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Ottawa Senators are on such a roll that even one of their most spectacular goals of the season was met with little more than a shoulder shrug. Milan Michalek scored twice and Jason Spezza undressed Pittsburgh goalie Brent Johnson on a brilliant deke as the Senators thumped the slumping Penguins 5-1 on Tuesday night. … The rest is here

Pens – Sens Post Game Reactions: Pens imploding on the ice but players upbeat about turning things around with this current group Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Ottawa 5 – Pittsburgh 1 The Pittsburgh Penguins (21-16-4, 46 pts) losing streak has reached five games, suffering a 5-1 defeat at the hands of the Ottawa Senators on home ice. Milan Michalek scored twice and Senators goaltender Craig Anderson made 29 saves, leading Ottawa to victory. Jason Spezza, Bobby Butler and Chris Neil also … Visit link

Endgame: Senators 5, Penguins 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Stunned Pic Of The Night 1.10.12 Source: The Pensblog
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Penguins fall to Senators, 5-1 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins lost for the fifth game in a row, 5-1, against the Ottawa Senators tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Link

THIRD PERIOD: Everything sucks, 4-1 Source: The Pensblog
Whoops forgot to post this thread. … The rest is here

Henrik Samuelsson joins Edmonton Oil Kings after stint in Swedish league (The Edmonton Journal) Source: Yahoo Sports
Convinced he was better suited to the North American game, certain he was ready to make his own way, Henrik Samuelsson arrived at Rexall Place on Tuesday for his first practice with the Edmonton Oil Kings. He had been playing with Modo in the Swedish Elite League and wasnt far from the watchful eye of his father Ulf, the former NHL defenceman now coaching in his homeland. … Link

SECOND PERIOD: Senators all day, 2-0 Source: The Pensblog
YIKES … Read the rest here

Video: UPMC Spotlight: Chris Kunitz (1/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz is highlighted in the UPMC Penguins Spotlight for his all-around rugged play. … Watch video here

Video: Post Game: Matt Cooke (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke talks to reporters following Tuesday night’s game against Ottawa. … Video here

Video: Post Game: James Neal (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to reporters following Tuesday night’s loss against Ottawa. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media following Tuesday night’s loss against Ottawa. … See this video

Video: Scouting Report: Washington (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will attempt to break their recent loosing streak when they take on the Washington Capitals. Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details. … Video here

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PensHead Daily Links 01-10-2012

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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PensHead Daily Links 01-06-2012

Friday, January 6th, 2012

Pens-Rangers In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
6:30 PM: After a long five-day break, it’s finally a hockey night in Pittsburgh for the first time since New Year’s Eve! The Pens will begin the 2012 calendar year with a huge divisional game against the red-hot New York Rangers, who have won eight of their last nine and sit atop the Eastern Conference with 54 points. … View post

Marc Staal’s comeback slow at start for Rangers (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
If Thursday’s 3-2 overtime win over the Florida Panthers was any indication, the return to the ice for New York Rangers defenseman Marc Staal will be a slow one. Staal, knocked out of action since a concussion-causing hit from his brother Eric Staal of the Hurricanes last… … Link

Gameday 39 – Rangers Source: The Pensblog
New York Rangers (25-9-4) @Pittsburgh Penguins (21-13-4) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, MSG 2, NHLN-US , NHLN-CA CONSOL Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA The Pittsburgh Penguins play their first game of 2012 against the stars of the Winter Classic and HBO's 24/7. The Penguins have had a lot of rest, which is great for injuries but it could also mean that they're a little rusty right now … Read the rest here

Rangers at Penguins – 01-06-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from a wonderfully warm day in early January. It’s sunny and in the high 50s. … More

Sidney Crosby: Penguins Would Be Foolish to Extend Star’s Contract Beyond 2013 Source: Bleacher Report
With Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby’s season and career in jeopardy following his latest struggle with concussion problems, team general manager Ray Shero would be foolish to extend Crosby’s contract beyond 2013. … See the article here

Video: Iron Workers (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Iron Workers Building of a Champion features #24 Matt Cooke. … Watch here

Video: Iron Workers (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Iron Workers Building of a Champion video features #71 Evgeni Malkin. … View video

Video: Jr. Trib Reporter (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
In this installment of Trib.Jr. Reporter, Eva Dorr talks to #29 Marc Andre Fleury. … View video here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Nemacolin Big 5 features five questions with #11 Jordan Staal. … To see video click here

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection Plays originally aired on Jan. 6, 2012. … Watch video here

Post-Morning Skate update: Michalek GTD, Letang skating Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
POST-MORNING SKATE UPDATE The Pittsburgh Penguins might not be getting their shutdown pairing back tonight While Paul Martin returns to the lineup, Defenseman Zbynek Michalek suffered an injury in yesterday’s practice after blocking a shot and his status is in question. The Penguins might be forced to recall Simon Despres or Alex Picard … Read this article

About the Rangers – 01-06-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Rangers. When and where: 7 p.m., EST. … See more here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … To see video click here

Video: Game Day: Richard Park (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Richard Park talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … To see video click here

Video: Game Day: Colin McDonald (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Colin McDonald talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … Watch here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … See this video

Video: Game Day: Mike Rupp (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguin Mike Rupp talks to the media before tonight’s game. … To see video click here

Video: Scouting Report: NY Rangers (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mike Rupp returns to Pittsburgh with the currently first place NY Rangers. Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details. … Watch video here

The Sidney Crosby concussion vs. the economics of the NHL (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Yahoo! Sports NHL columnist Nick Cotsonika marked a dubious anniversary on Thursday: One year to the day that Sidney Crosby was hit from behind by Victor Hedman. The ensuing concussion recovery kept the Pittsburgh Penguins captain out through the end Continue reading … See the article here

Nick Kypreos on Sidney Crosby, Concussions & Future Contracts Source: The Pensblog
Yes, another Sidney Crosby piece. Sorry. Nick Kypreos , who was forced to retire from hockey due to a concussion, has posted an opinion piece on Sidney Crosby's future … The rest is here

Pens Morning Skate Buzz: Latest lineup News, Notes & Tidbits Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Rangers (25-9-4, 54 pts @ Penguins (21-13-4, 46pts MORNING SKATE BUZZ The Penguins in a pivotal division game could fall 10 pts behind the New York Rangers with a regulation loss. Losers of two straight, Pittsburgh currently trails New York by eight points with both teams at the 38 game mark. The Rangers who lead … The rest is here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-06-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” There aren’t many defensemen who can keep up with him when he gets going .” – Zbynek Michalek on defending Rangers forward Marian Gaborik. -The Penguins activated Paul Martin and Richard Park (above) from injured reserve … … Visit link

Pens recall forward McDonald Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have recalled forward Colin McDonald from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League. … View post

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. NY Rangers Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens lines (10:35 AM). Pens recall McDonald (10:05 AM). … Link

Penguins Recall Forward Colin McDonald from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Penguins recall McDonald – 01-06-12 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have recalled forward Colin McDonald from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. McDonald, 27, is the AHL Penguins’ leading scorer with 28 points (eight goals, 20 assists) in 33 games. He was selected to the AHL’s all-star game earlier this week … Continue reading here

Video: YMCA Autograph Session (1/5/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Nine Pittsburgh Penguin players signed autographs at Dick’s Sporting Goods in the Mall at Robinson to help raise money for the YMCA Junior Penguins Program. … View video here

How we feel the morning of a Pens game Source: The Pensblog
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Video: Pens Vault: Saturday Night Fever (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins Vault travels to 1977 in a Penguins themed Saturday Night Fever video. … Watch here

Host Senators have 4 elected NHL All-Stars Source: Tribune-Review
Defenseman Erik Karlsson led all vote-getters in fan balloting, and captain Daniel Alfredsson and fellow forwards Milan Michalek and Jason Spezza elected to NHL All-Star game. … View post

Pens’ Malkin has fun with world junior championships Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins star Evgeni Malkin mocked some of his Canadian teammates when Russia jumped to a 6-1 lead, then fell silent as Canada roared back before falling, 6-5. … See the rest here

Upcoming weekend is pivotal for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
With home showdowns against the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils, the Penguins look to stand strong in Atlantic. … Go here to read the rest

Malkin Earns Bragging Rights Over Teammates Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins center Evgeni Malkin has endeared himself to fans with his fun and lighthearted presence on social medium Twitter (@malkin71_). Malkin at the 2005 World Junior Championshi… … The rest is here

More Crosby rumors, probably somewhat legit Source: The Pensblog
@JoshRimerHockey came out guns blazing this summer and said Crosby wouldn't be ready for the start of the season. Everyone blasted him … See the rest here

NHL Notebook: League suspends Florida forward Source: Post Gazette
The NHL suspended Florida Panthers forward Krys Barch for one game for an “inappropriate comment” directed toward Canadiens defenseman P.K. Subban in a game Saturday between the two Eastern Conference foes. Barch was given a match penalty at the end of the first period after a scrum between Panthers defenseman Erik Gudbranson and Montreal’s Subban. … Continued here

Price of success lower for Rangers Source: Post Gazette
Couldn’t have been many NHL teams more opposed to a salary cap than the New York Rangers. Can’t be many who have benefited more from the league adopting one, either. Not because it leveled the league’s financial playing field — that’s precisely what New York didn’t care much for — but because it forced the Rangers to re-think their approach to putting together teams. … Excerpt from

Penguins Notebook: Martin, Michalek finally ready to team up again Source: Post Gazette
Paul Martin and Zbynek Michalek make up one of the Penguins’ top two defense pairings. On paper, anyway. In reality, at least one of them has been injured for 24 of the first 38 games — including every one since Nov … See more here

NHL Roundup: Rangers top Florida, surge to top of pack Source: Post Gazette
Marian Gaborik scored 3:29 into overtime for the host New York Rangers, who outlasted the Florida Panthers, 3-2, and moved to the top of the NHL standings with their eighth win in the past nine games. Gaborik took a drop pass from Derek Stepan in the high slot and slapped in a drive for his 23rd goal this season. … View post

Stunned Pic Of The Night: 1.5.12 Source: The Pensblog
7 Stunned pics in one picture From left to right: 1. Lady far left- making the “L” symbol. Congrats to her for being the only person in the last 10 years to do that in public … Visit link

DePaul 84 – Pittsburgh 81: Panthers stumble in final seconds to lose 4th in a row Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
DePaul 84 – Pittsburgh 81 Leading 81-77 with 14 seconds to play, Pitt (11-5, 0-3 Big East) stumbled once again blowing a last second lead, en route to a 84-81 loss to DePaul (10-4, 1-1 Big East) on Thursday night. … Go here to read the rest

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Rangers Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (21-13-4) vs. … Visit link

24/7 Rangers vs Flyers: Episode 4, live stream here Source: The Pensblog
10:00 pm on HBO. But we have a link. *NOTE -the broadcast is over Enjoy … Visit link

Pens/NHL Buzz & Tidbits: Martin, Park due back; Four team race in Atlantic? Latest NHL Rumblings, Early Hemsky suitors Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Emphasis of winning division games: Pittsburgh needs to start winning division games aside from beating up on the New York Islanders. They have two big ones this weekend with back-to-back home games, hosting the conference leading New York Rangers Friday night and facing the New Jersey Devils Saturday night. … Read more

How Sidney Crosby’s lost year changed hockey (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
It’s been one year since concussion symptoms waylaid the Pittsburgh Penguins superstar, and now he’s missing again with no return in sight. … More

Canada Beats Finland 4-0 for WJC Bronze Source: penguins.nhl.com
CALGARY – The silver lining for Canada’s World Junior Championship is bronze. Paced by the Barrie Colts duo of Mark Scheifele and Tanner Pearson, Canada blanked Finland 4-0 at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Thursday to capture the bronze m… … See the article here

Fan Guide vs. NY Rangers Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins will battle the New York Rangers on Friday, January 6 at CONSOL Energy Center. Here are some tips for fans who plan to attend the game: Doors will open at 5:45 pm for the 7:00 pm start The Penguins wil… … See the article here

Sidney Crosby: Will Concussions Ruin the NHL? Source: Bleacher Report
The NHL has a sweeping problem that is destroying the game you and I love. Every night, it seems as if there is another superstar leaving the ice for an extended period of time because of a concussion. The poster boy for these concussions is Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby . His concussion back in January 2010 has kept the face of the Penguins franchise off the ice for almost an entire year. Crosby did come back for a brief period of time in November; however, concussion-like symptoms have sidelined Sid once again. Shelly Anderson with the Pittsburgh Post Gazette who caught up with both Crosby and Penguins coach Dan Bylsma about Sid’s latest setback : “It is frustrating for Sid,” Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma said. “Sid knows his body better than anybody else. He’s not feeling 100 percent. He’ll return to practice and playing when he is 100 percent. … More here

Video: CISCO NHL Live: Evgeni Malkin Source: penguins.nhl.com
CISCO NHL Live talks on the phone with Evgeni Malkin. … To see video click here

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PensHead Daily Links 01-04-2012

Wednesday, January 4th, 2012

Top prospect Simon Despres named to AHL All-Star game Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins and American Hockey League announced today that Penguins right winger Colin McDonald and defenseman Simon Despres have been selected to the Eastern Conference All-Star Team at the 2012 AHL All-Star Classic, to be held Jan. … The rest is here

Tortorella sorry for ripping refs at Classic (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PHILADELPHIA – Too bad HBO’s “24/7″ cameras were packed up. New York Rangers coach John Tortorella had one final Winter Classic sound bite in the aftermath of his critical post-game comments following an otherwise ideal showcase game: … See the rest here

Tortorella sorry for ripping refs at the Classic (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Too bad HBO’s “24/7″ cameras were packed up. New York Rangers coach John Tortorella had one final Winter Classic sound bite in the aftermath of his critical postgame comments following an otherwise ideal showcase game: An apology … The rest is here

Baby Penguins chosen for AHL All-Star game Source: Post Gazette
First-year pro defenseman Simon Despres and winger Colin McDonald today were named to the Eastern Conference team of the American Hockey League All-Star Classic. … Follow this link

Badgers Move Up Charts Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sometimes the right attitude is all you need. That’s the case with the Allegheny Badgers whose spirits have helped propel this Squirt AA team to among the best in the nation. As of December 14, they are ranked as 27th out of nearly 30… … More

McDonald Validates Scoring Talents Source: penguins.nhl.com
Colin McDonald’s offensive talents are not a fluke. … View post

Despres Adds All-Star to Resume Source: penguins.nhl.com
Defenseman Simon Despres gave Penguins fans a glimpse of one of the future team cornerstones during his 13-game NHL stint in Pittsburgh. For Despres, who was returned to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Sunday, his yearlong accolades continue to pile up…. … The rest is here

Four Pittsburgh Penguins Predictions for 2012 (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins are having a pretty good 2011-2012 Season. The Pens are currently grouped in the top portion of the standings in the Eastern Conference with some familiar teams … View post

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 3, Jets 2 – 01-04-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2011-12 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1991-92 season which … … Excerpt from

Video: Pens Insider: Calling a Duper (1/4/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis calls his own goal last Tuesday against the Carolina Hurricanes. … See video here

The week in pissed-off coaches: 12/28-1/3 Source: The Pensblog
We usually get all of our pics from ESPN.com's recaps of NHL games. Hard to believe that ESPN would be a good source of hockey shit, we know. When browsing across most of the pics from different teams and the Penguin games, we can't help but notice that there are always pics of pissed-off coaches. … Read more

Stunned pic of the night: 1.3.12 Source: The Pensblog
A little late, but whatev . … Go here to read the rest

Empty Netter Assists – 01-04-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -James Neal (above). … Go here to read the rest

Here’s Dan Bylsma fighting Brendan Shanahan Source: The Pensblog
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Russians Hang on to Beat Canada in Wild 6-5 Win Source: penguins.nhl.com
CALGARY — After building a seemingly insurmountable lead, the Russian Junior National Team went into survival mode on Tuesday en route to a heart-pounding 6-5 victory against Team Canada in the semifinal round of the 2012 World Junior Champio… … Continue reading here

Flyers forward Jagr deals with groin strain Source: Tribune-Review
Flyers forward Jaromir Jagr, who left the Winter Classic with a leg injury, has a mild left groin strain, and will miss 7-10 days. … The rest is here

Dupuis, Asham expected back soon for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins appeared to have dodged a bullet regarding the health of forwards Pascal Dupuis and Arron Asham. … See the rest here

Penguins reunite shutdown pair Martin, Michalek Source: Tribune-Review
Defensemen Paul Martin and Zbynek Michalek have battled inconsistent play and a steady stream of injuries this season. … View post

Comfortable Neal churns out goals Source: Post Gazette
The sweater is the same. So is the job description. Most of his teammates are, too, for that matter. … Visit link

Penguins Notebook: Staal family tradition anything but good one Source: Post Gazette
This is becoming something of a family tradition for the Staals. And not an entirely pleasant one. Jordan Staal, a Penguins center, made his 2010-11 debut in the Winter Classic Jan. … Follow this link

NHL Roundup: Capitals race to 4th consecutive victory Source: Post Gazette
Alex Ovechkin and Troy Brouwer scored power-play goals, Nicklas Backstrom had three assists Tuesday night, and the host Washington Capitals kept rolling with their fourth consecutive win, beating the Calgary Flames, 3-1. Dennis Wideman also scored, and Tomas Vokoun made 18 saves for the Capitals, who improved to 9-6-1 under coach Dale Hunter. … Go here to read the rest

Evgeni Malkin Trolls James Neal & Canada on Twitter Source: The Pensblog
As you probably know, Russia defeated Canada in a semi-final game at the World Junior Hockey Championship tonight. Evgeni Malkin spent the night trolling on Twitter. … Read this article

Winter Classic is fifth-most-watched game in NHL history (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
L fans may not always agree on everything, but it appears they are in near unanimity when it comes to watching the NHL Winter Classic. Monday’s fifth edition of the Classic, played at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park between the host Philadelphia Flyers and winning and… … See the article here

Bleacher Report and the worst trade rumor of all time Source: The Pensblog
Man, what kind of blog would report unconfirmed rumors? Jeez … More

So, the Rossi/Crosby Camp thing probably isn’t accurate Source: The Pensblog
Sources coming out of the woodwork. … See the rest here

Video: UPMC Spotlight: Jordan Staal (1/4/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Number 11 is Spotlighted this week after participating in his 400th NHL Game Dec. … See this video

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PensHead Daily Links 01-03-2012

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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PensHead Daily Links 01-01-2012

Sunday, January 1st, 2012

Jagr and Giroux: A Classic pairing (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
At the NHL Winter Classic game, fans will be able to witness the unique and developing chemistry between hockey’s most dynamic duos. … Follow this link

Malkin is named NHL’s ‘First Star’ for December Source: penguins.nhl.com
NEW YORK — Centers Evgeni Malkin of the Pittsburgh Penguins, Steven Stamkos of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Henrik Sedin of the Vancouver Canucks have been named the NHL ‘Three Stars’ for the month of December. FIRST STAR — EVGENI MALKIN, C, P… … Read the rest here

Penguins’ Malkin earns first star honour (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Pittsburgh Penguins centre Evgeni Malkin has earned the NHL’s first star of the month honours for December after recording 20 points last month. … See more here

After NHL Winter Classic start time change, NBC adjusts plans (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
PHILADELPHIA — The 2012 Winter Classic start time was officially shifted to 3 p.m. on Jan. … More

Malkin named NHL first star of the month Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins center Evgeni Malkin has been named the NHL’s first star of the month. Malkin who has surged near the top of the points race, collected 20 points in 13 December games … Visit link

Malkin named NHL star of the month for December Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Evgeni Malkin was named the NHL’s No. … Link

Penguins return defenseman Despres to AHL Wilkes-Barre Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have sent rookie defenseman Simon Despres to their American Hockey League affiliate in Wilkes-Barre. … See more here

Penguins demote Despres – 01-01-12 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins demoted defenseman Simon Despres to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. … More here

Top prospect Simon Despres sent back to Wilkes Barre Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
2009 first round pick Simon Despres had a longer than expected callup with the Penguins and the team today announced that Despres has been reassigned to Wilkes Barre/Scranton. Despres played well of late, appearing in 13 games and collecting a goal and 3 assists. Despres is a plus-4 in 13 games The Penguins are off … Link

Penguins Re-Assign Defenseman Simon Despres to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned defenseman Simon Despres to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. … Link


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NHL ready for its big chill Source: Tribune-Review
The Winter Classic has blossomed into a coveted score, with the price of admission rivaling a Super Bowl seat or Final Four trip. … The rest is here

Baby Pens put dukes down, too Source: Tribune-Review
The Baby Pens are on pace to finish this season with 54 fighting majors, which would be the fewest in the franchise’s 13-year history. They had 83 last year. … Link

Penguins close out the year with loss in New Jersey Source: Tribune-Review
Numerous calls went against the frustrated Penguins, who lost Arron Asham and Pascal Dupuis in their loss to New Jersey. … See the article here

Dupuis, Asham hurt in loss to New Jersey Source: Tribune-Review
Forward Pascal Dupuis sustained an upper-body injury late in the first period Saturday and did not return. … See the article here

Saturday’s Three Stars: Stamkos’ New Year’s Eve trick (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Steven Stamkos, Tampa Bay Lightning The NHL’s top goal scorer entering 2012 … See the rest here

Early plunge in loss Source: Post Gazette
A two-goal advantage, conventional wisdom says, is the most dangerous lead in hockey. The Penguins aren’t likely to disagree. … See the article here

Engelland’s return limited by gash on foot Source: Post Gazette
Defenseman Deryk Engelland returned to the Penguins lineup Saturday after serving a three-game suspension for delivering a hit Dec. 20 to the head of Chicago’s Marcus Kruger … More here

On the Penguins: Resolutions for a very NHL new year Source: Post Gazette
Even as you read this — perhaps through blurry, bloodshot eyes — many of the resolutions that kicked in at midnight already will have been violated and abandoned. It’s certainly not the first time that the best of intentions has met the worst of fates. … The rest is here

Weary visitors easy targets Source: Post Gazette
The New York Islanders have finally found a winning formula: Welcome travel-weary Western Canadian teams to the friendly confines of the Nassau Coliseum. The only problem is, the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers have no other scheduled trips to Long Island. … View post

Kovalchuk leads Devils over Penguins 3-1 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEWARK, N.J. – Before his team took the ice to face the Pittsburgh Penguins Saturday, New Jersey Devils forward Ilya Kovalchuk spoke to head coach Peter DeBoer about the possibility of taking a penalty shot. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Post-Game: Brooks Orpik (12/31/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to the media after falling to the New Jersey Devils. … View video

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PensHead Daily Links 12-29-2011

Thursday, December 29th, 2011

Puck Previews: Jagr back in Pittsburgh; Winter Classic future (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Previews: Spotlighting the key games in NHL action, news and views as well as general frivolity. Make sure to stop back here for the nightly Three Stars when the games are finished. … Continue reading here

The 7 best NHL Winter Classic jerseys (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Seven is an arbitrary list of randomly connected hockey subjects that will run every Thursday on Puck Daddy. … Continue reading here

Gameday 37 – Flyers Source: The Pensblog
Philadelphia Flyers (21-10-4) @Pittsburgh Penguins (21-11-4) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, CSN-PH Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA What else is there to say? … Go here to read the rest

Flyers at Penguins – 12-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greeting from a chilly, cloudy day in Pittsburgh. It’s cold outside but it’s going to be heated here tonight with Jaromir Jagr back. Tonight’s venue: -Jagr is still popular here: -The Flyers have a Jeff Carter fan here: … See more here

Philadelphia Flyers & Pittsburgh Penguins Line Combinations For Tonight’s Game Source: The Pensblog
“If you want to hear boos, go to Pittsburgh.” — Jaromir Jagr Pittsburgh Penguins Lines from Empty Netters : Chris Kunitz – Evgeni Malkin – James Neal Pascal Dupuis – Jordan Staal – Tyler Kennedy Matt Cooke – Joe Vitale – Steve Sullivan Arron Asham – Craig Adams – Jason Williams Brooks Orpik – Matt Niskanen Simon Despres – Zbynek Michalek Alexandre Picard – Ben Lovejoy Marc-Andre Fleury Philadelphia Flyers Lines from Empty Netters : Scott Hartnell – Claude Giroux – Jaromir Jagr Matt Read – Daniel Briere – Wayne Simmond James van Riemsdyk – Maxime Talbot – Jakub Voracek Brayden Schenn – Sean Couturier – Harry Zolnierczyk Kimmo Timonen – Braydon Coburn Matt Carle – Marc-Andre Bourdon Andreas Lilja – Andrew Meszaros Sergei Bobrovsky … See the rest here

High School Hockey Teams To Play Outdoor Charity Series At North and South Parks Source: penguins.nhl.com
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4 Things to know about the Flyers: 12.29 Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. Click it for the breakdown. 1. … Continue reading here

Jagr & Talbot Video Source: The Pensblog
Back from July 2011 : YouTube blocked the audio so it's on MegaVideo . Sorry about the ads. Screw the Flyers … More

Video: Tonight’s Matchup 12/29/11 vs. Flyers Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins take on the other Pennsylvania team, the Philadelphia Flyers, in Tonight’s Match up (12/29/11). … View video here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Nemacolin Big 5 features 5 questions with #19 Jason Williams. … Video here

Video: Iron Workers (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Iron Workers Building of a Champion features #48 Tyler Kennedy. … Video here

Jagr to Pittsburgh: Still love it despite the boos Source: The Pensblog
Oh what's that? You're sick of Double J? … See the rest here

Jagr speaks on returning to Pittsburgh with rival Flyers Source: Post Gazette
Jaromir Jagr, who signed with the Penguins’ most bitter rival last summer, granted a nine-minute, wide-ranging interview today to a group of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia reporters after the Flyers’ morning skate. … Read this article

Jagr expresses admiration for Pittsburgh Source: Tribune-Review
Jaromir Jagr met with the local media for 10 minutes today and expressed his admiration for Pittsburgh and Penguins owner Mario Lemieux. … More here

About the Flyers – 12-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Flyers. When and where: 7 p.m. EST. … See more here

On Jaromir Jagr’s polarizing return to Pittsburgh with Flyers (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Since he was traded on July 11, 2001, Pittsburgh Penguins fans have had a love/hate relationship with Jaromir Jagr. Half of them despise him for the infamous “dying alive” quote and the way he left town (though Jagr claimed in Continue reading … See more here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Why Sidney Crosby Should Seriously Consider Retirement Source: Bleacher Report
Sidney Crosby is going to play for the Pittsburgh Penguins again. If you have come to this article looking for wild speculation that he will “hang ‘em up” before he tries to play again, please move along. You will not find it here … See more here

Video: Game-Day: James Neal (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … See this video

Video: Game-Day: Pascal Dupuis (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers … View video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … Watch video here

Video: Game-Day: Max Talbot (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguin Max Talbot talks to reporters following the Flyers game-day skate. … Watch video here

Video: Game-Day: Jaromir Jagr (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguin Jaromir Jagr talks to reporters following the Flyers game-day skate. … Click here to view video

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … Video here

Pens Pre-Game Buzz, lineup news & notes Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Buzz PITTSBURGH — The good news for the Penguins is that their top line of Chris Kunitz – Evgeni Malkin and James Neal will be intact tonight vs the Philadelphia Flyers Winger Chris Kunitz dealing with an illness, is fine and was a full participant in today’s skate. Kunitz centerman Evgeni Malkin did … See more here

Best scene from 24/7 last night: Brad Richard’s chirp Source: The Pensblog
How clutch is thenyrangersblog ? … Read this article

BREAKDOWN: Joe Starkey’s column on Pittsburgh villians Source: The Pensblog
Joe Starkey doesn't seem like a bad guy. He's always been pro-Penguins, which is nice. … View post

The Complete Guide To How You Should Act & Feel Tonight Source: The Pensblog
As we've mentioned several times before, one of the toughest things about being a sports fan is trying to change your feelings towards someone because they've changed teams. Tonight, obviously, is a key example of that. … The rest is here

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Philadelphia Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens lines (10:39 AM). Kunitz & Park at morning skate (10:30 AM). Thoughts on the rivalry (9:30 AM) … Read more here

Puck Daddy’s 10 best hockey goals of 2011 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
You could spend an eternity on YouTube or NHL.com searching highlight-reel goal clips from over the years. In this Internet age, a goal can happen anywhere and find its way onto YouTube within 10 minutes of it actually happening. These Continue reading … Read the rest here

To boo or not to boo Double J. It actually doesn’t matter. Source: The Pensblog
The schedule came out while the smoke was still seeping from the remains of JagrWatch . Double J's act of treason was going to be atoned for on December 29th … More here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Welcome back Jaromir Jagr (right). -” How, in a situation like that, can there be so much bad attitude and anger from those people? I don t get it. … Read the rest here

Video: IN THE ROOM: Episode 2, Part 1 (s) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy works toward a return, injuries hit the Pens again and the team looks to rebound from a tough stretch. … Watch video here

Video: IN THE ROOM: Episode 2, Part 2 (s) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma wears a mic behind the bench vs. Buffalo, Ben Lovejoy returns, the Pens celebrate the holidays and prepare for the Flyers. … See this video

Great NHL.com article on Jagr and Talbot Source: The Pensblog
Corey Masisak over at NHL.com has the best read of the day, even though it was posted yesterday. It summarizes everything pretty nicely for tonight's game. … Link

Total Domination Source: penguins.nhl.com
The line of Chris Kunitz, Evgeni Malkin and James Neal combined for a goal and four assists in the Penguins’ 4-2 win over Carolina on Tuesday. … Visit link

Chat live with Dejan Kovacevic today Source: Tribune-Review
Tribune-Review columnist Dejan Kovacevic will hold his weekly chat with readers about Pittsburgh sports at 1 p.m. today. … See more here

HBO 24/7 Flyers Rangers Episode 3 review: Merry Animosity (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
(Ed. Note: This review contains spoilers.) “Nothing comes to be simply because someone declares it so. A collection of men won’t become a single unit simply by donning the same color sweater … See the article here

Starkey: Jagr, Bonds … who else? Source: Tribune-Review
In the spirit of the season, we shall hereby attempt to identify Pittsburgh’s most-hated athletes of the past 40 years. … More

NHL gets ready for its Winter Classic chill Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL’s outdoor extravaganza has blossomed into a coveted score, with the price of admission rivaling a Super Bowl seat or Final Four trip. … The rest is here

Pens defenseman sees other side of Jagr Source: Tribune-Review
While Jaromir Jagr is being bombarded by boos at Consol Energy Center, one Penguins player will be cringing. … Excerpt from

Jagr returns to Pittsburgh with rival Flyers Source: Tribune-Review
The once-celebrated ex-Penguin makes his Consol Energy Center debut, almost seven months after spurning the Penguins to sign with the Flyers. … Continued here

Penguins’ Crosby expands treatment team Source: Tribune-Review
More than three weeks after his last game, Penguins’ captain continues to experience concussion-like symptoms. … More

Stunned Pic Of The Night 12.28 Source: The Pensblog
Guy in the blue shirt. … Read more here

Penguins Notebook: Bylsma offers injury report Source: Post Gazette
Sidney Crosby’s concussion symptoms represent the most noted injury, but Penguins coach Dan Bylsma had updates on several others Wednesday after practice at Southpointe. Defenseman Kris Letang, who got a concussion Nov. … Visit link

Goal: Try to disrupt Jagr’s comfort level Source: Post Gazette
Those who have enjoyed the company of right winger Jaromir Jagr since he arrived in Philadelphia indicated that this future Hall of Famer never has been less comfortable than while he was surrounded by a handful of Pittsburgh reporters Wednesday after the Flyers practiced at Ice Castle in Castle Shannon. … Follow this link

Crosby likely to be out for an extended period Source: Post Gazette
It doesn’t appear as if Penguins center and captain Sidney Crosby will return to the lineup anytime soon. Crosby continues to do light workouts and still is experiencing some concussion symptoms, coach Dan Bylsma said Wednesday. It was the first update on the team’s top player since Crosby spoke publicly Dec … See more here

Pittsburgh Penguins’ Sidney Crosby Still with Concussion Symptoms: Fan Take (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins collided with David Krejci of the Boston Bruins on December 5, 2011. … Continued here

24/7 Rangers vs Flyers: Episode 3, live stream here Source: The Pensblog
10:00 pm on HBO. But we have a link. *NOTE – it will say something about needing a flash player, but just let the thing countdown. … The rest is here

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Flyers Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (21-11-4) vs. FLYERS (21-10-4) WHEN: Dec. 29, 2011 – 7:00 pm | WHERE: CONSOL Energy Center WATCH: ROOT SPORTS | LISTEN: Penguins 24/7 Radio, 105.9 FM The date that Penguins fans everywher… … View post

Local Product Saad Scores Lone USA Goal in 4-1 Loss to Finland Source: penguins.nhl.com
Gibsonia native Brandon Saad scored Team USA’s lone goal in their 4-1 setback to Finland on Wednesday in their second game of the World Junior Championship’s opening round. Whitehall native John Gibson made his tournament debut … … Read more here

Video: Radio Rewind: Kirk Muller (12/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Bob Grove features Carolina Head Coach Kirk Muller’s post-game comments on this week’s Radio Rewind. … Watch here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-26-2011

Monday, December 26th, 2011

Puck Daddy’s Top 10 Jersey Fouls for 2011 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Another year, another year’s worth of fans tossing their money down the toilet in the name of personalized jerseys. To see all of the Jersey Fouls of 2011 and the years before them, head over to the posts linked up Continue reading … Read more

Penguins Report: 12/26/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Injury updates from Coach Bylsma (5:47 PM). Pens injured players skate (3:40 PM). Pens missing from practice (4:04 PM). … Read this article

The World Junior Hockey Championship Starts Today Source: The Pensblog
The first game of the 2012 World Junior Hockey Championship starts right about now. Canada versus Finland is the first game. The USA plays Denmark at 8:00 pm tonight. … Read more here

Penguins to help collect donations for family of fallen officer Source: Post Gazette
Police officers from several local departments will be on hand at Tuesday night’s Penguins game at the Consol Energy Center to collect donations for the family of slain East Washington police officer John David Dryer. … See more here

Not all Flyers set to play on pond in Winter Classic Source: Post Gazette
The Winter Classic is the most eagerly anticipated regular-season game on the Flyers’ schedule. … Continued here

NHL/Pens Buzz: On Tangradi’s Value; Ducks won’t move Selanne; Pens high on Tuomo Ruutu? Bruins team to beat as midpoint nears Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Penguins are back on the ice later this afternoon, returning from the Christmas Holiday. The team has a busy week before a week long break in between games following a New Years eve afternoon tilt with the New Jersey Devils. … See the rest here

Collection for Family of Fallen Officer John David Dryer To Be Held Before Penguins’ Game Tuesday Source: penguins.nhl.com
Police officers from various municipalities will come together to collect donations for the family of fallen officer John David Dryer before Tuesday’s 7 p.m. game between the Penguins and Carolina Hurricanes at CONSOL Energy Center. … View post

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 12, Maple Leafs 1 – 12-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2011-12 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1991-92 season which led to … … Excerpt from

Video: DSG Plays of the Week-2011 Edition (12/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Take a look at the Top 5 Plays from all of 2011. Presented by Dicks Sporting Goods. … See this video

What We Learned: Fun while it lasted, but here come the Canucks (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 … Excerpt from

Empty Netter Assists – 12-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -It’s funny how no one is complaining about how the Penguins draft so many defensemen like Simon Despres (right) these days . -Happy 74th birthday to former Penguins forward and coach Gene Ubriaco . … … Read more

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Hurricanes Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (20-11-4) vs. HURRICANES (11-19-6) WHEN: Dec … Read the rest here

Penguins are happy for upcoming new year Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins could have headed for cover at any point during the past year, and no one would have blamed them. … Read more

Penguins defense’s depth charge blows away rivals Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins’ image and identity have been forged, in large part, by their high-profile forwards. And understandably so. After all, during his eight-game cameo in late November and early December, Sidney Crosby reminded everyone of the exceptional impact he can have. … Continue reading here

Video: Mike Lange’s Journal Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mike Lang talks about his memories of an early Mario Lemieux. … See video here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-21-2011

Wednesday, December 21st, 2011

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

Penguins’ Engelland faces hearing for hit to head (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland will have a telephone hearing on Thursday with Brendan Shanahan, who handles supplemental discipline for the NHL, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported Wednesday. The hearing is being held to determine whether any discipline is… … Continued here

Hearing scheduled on Thursday morning for Deryk Engelland Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Defenseman Deryk Engelland faces a phone hearing Thursday morning with the NHL’s department of player safety. Engelland delivered a forearm to the head of Chicago’s Marus Kruger in tuesday’s 3-2 win.With the Penguins off until Friday, there was no rush for the hearing to happen today. A decision will be made before the Penguins depart … More

Penguins’ Engelland faces disciplinary hearing tomorrow Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland will face a supplemental disciplinary hearing on Thursday morning, the NHL just announced. … Link

League will have hearing on Engelland’s head hit Source: Post Gazette
Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland will have a telephone hearing with Brendan Shanahan, who handles supplemental discipline for the NHL, Thursday morning. … Read more here

REWIND: Mark Madden calling out Evgeni Malkin Source: The Pensblog
[ pic via pittsburghsportstavern ] Two months ago the super-jobber had his yinzer pitch fork out on Evgeni Malkin . As always, what you do on the Internet echoes in eternity. … More

Despres Gets Punk’D Source: penguins.nhl.com
CONSOL Energy Center had a new item hanging from the rafters on Wednesday afternoon. … Visit link

NHL Trades: Penguins’ Deal for Neal, Niskanen Paying off Handsomely Source: Bleacher Report
When Pittsburgh Penguins’ GM Ray Shero dealt everyday defenseman Alex Goligoski to Dallas for James Neal and Matt Niskanen last February, it was the consensus that Shero had put one over on Dallas GM Joe Nieuwendyk. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Despres Gets Punk’d Source: penguins.nhl.com
A prankster gives an early holiday present to Penguin Simon Despres who came out for practice and found his clothes hangin in the air. … View video

Engelland to have hearing for Kruger hit -12-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland will have a disciplinary hearing tomorrow morning with the NHL in regards to a hit he placed on Blackhawks forward Marcus Kruger last night. At 8:54 of the first period, Kruger pushed a puck by Penguins forward Pascal Dupuis on the left wing boards of the Penguins zone and was struck in the head by Engelland. … Read more

Martin remains day to day Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Defenseman Paul Martin has missed the last two games and did not practice again for the Penguins today. … More here

A great Lemieux pic Source: The Pensblog
Posted by the SI Vault on twitter. One of the few ” Come at me, bro” pics from 66 ever captured on camera. … See the article here

Grading the 2012 Winter Classic memorabilia and gear (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
That stick is like huMANgous big As you know, the NHL Winter Classic is less a hockey game than an ATM machine for the League and its sponsors, as the fans in both of the teams’ cities and on-site Continue reading … Link

Crosby Becomes Youth Olympic Games Ambassador Source: penguins.nhl.com
The International Olympic Committee announced that Crosby has been named a Youth Olympic Games Ambassador for the first edition of the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Innsbruck from 13 to 22 January 2012. Crosby will not be traveling to the Gam… … Go here to read the rest

‘Penguins Pond at SouthSide Works’ Hosts Daily Public Skating During Holidays Source: penguins.nhl.com
“Penguins Pond at SouthSide Works” is your destination for holiday public skating. Beginning on Thursday, Dec. 22 at 11 a.m., the unique outdoor community ice rink will host daily public skating sessions through Jan … More here

Twenty Years Later – Rangers 7, Penguins 5 – 12-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2011-12 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1991-92 season which led to th … … Go here to read the rest

Penguins demote Tangradi to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton – 12-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have demoted forward Eric Tangradi to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. He has appeared in four NHL games this season and has no points. In 24 AHL games this season, Tangradi, 22, has 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists). … More

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (12/21/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following Wednesday’s practice. … Click here to view video

STATS: Malkin ties Kessel. Kessel sucks. Other stuff Source: The Pensblog
Look where Evgeni Malkin is in the points race: Here's where the Penguins are in the Eastern Conference standings: Actually would rather take the 4-5 game over the 2-7. Any leafs series would be fixed. Here's where James Neal sits in the Richard chase: Some other stuff … See the article here

Morning Pens Buzz: On Transition game, Big Guns stepping up, Power Play improvement, Engelland’s hit a turning point, Tangradi sent down Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Pens Buzz Transition game: The Penguins are a team that is built on creating offense through the neutral zone and they got to their game early last night, stretching the ice with quick puck movement in the transition game. Improving in that area and attacking the Blackhawks with a quick transition game was a … Read more

Crosby chosen as ‘ambassador’ for Youth Olympics (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is lending his support to the first Winter Youth Olympics. … See the rest here

Penguins Re-Assign Eric Tangradi to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned forward Eric Tangradi to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Tangradi, 22, has played in four game… … The rest is here

Penguins Report: 12/21/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Rookie Despres gets Punk’d (11:32 AM). Staal, Malkin & Martin not practicing (11:32 AM) … The rest is here

RECAP: Penguin Protocol. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
So what is it? Are the Penguins so good that they can be missing like $20 million in salary and go out and beat the number-one team in the NHL … Read more here

The Case For Suspending Deryk Engelland Source: The Pensblog
Just because we're a fan blog doesn't mean we can't have differing opinions like human beings… It's understandable why this post was made … See more here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “He’s just a dominating player when he wants the puck.” – Chris Kunitz on Evgeni Malkin. -The Chicago Tribune’ … … See more here


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Carbonneau: Canadiens coach needs French Source: Tribune-Review
Guy Carbonneau understands Randy Cunneyworth’s plight, but the former coach of the Montreal Canadiens also knows that the new man in that job should learn to speak French as quickly as possible. … The rest is here

Sutter is hired as new coach for L.A. Kings Source: Tribune-Review
The Kings fired coach Terry Murray on Dec. 12 in Boston before starting a four-game road trip, and assistant coach John Stevens was 2-2 as the interim coach. … Continued here

Blackhawks star laments Crosby’s absence Source: Tribune-Review
Chicago stars Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane were on the ice with Penguins star Sidney Crosby in one of the most famous recent hockey games. … Follow this link

Malkin guides Pens in win over Blackhawks Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby can take his time returning from his concussion-symptoms, as long as Evgeni Malkin keeps playing like this. … More here

Tuesday’s Three Stars: Gaborik boosts Rangers; Malkin piles points (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Marian Gaborik, New York Rangers Gaborik passed the 600-point plateau in his career with his first goal of the night early in the third period and added to his total with an empty-netter to seal a 4-1 Continue reading … Read the rest here

Penguins push win to the limit Source: Post Gazette
Perhaps it shouldn’t have gotten this exciting. Not when the Penguins had a three-goal lead after two periods. Not when they were playing at home … More

Penguins Notebook: Kennedy says there’s pressure to play hurt Source: Post Gazette
Penguins winger Tyler Kennedy shook his head Tuesday when told about former teammate Colby Armstrong. Armstrong, now with Toronto, got hit Saturday and sustained a concussion. … More here

NHL Roundup: Rangers cruise by Devils Source: Post Gazette
Marian Gaborik snapped a third-period tie with the first of his two goals and then sealed New York’s win with an empty-netter as the Rangers beat the New Jersey Devils, 4-1, Tuesday night. … Read more

Stunned Pic Of The Night 12.20 Source: The Pensblog
From reader Tim M. Sitting next to me at the game is a Blackhawks fan that I just knew was a perfect stunned candidate… Total puck bunny calling everyone by cute pet names etc … See more here

Malkin has 3 assists in Pens’ win over Blackhawks (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Evgeni Malkin’s scoring burst was good enough through two periods that the Pittsburgh Penguins were able to hold off the Chicago Blackhawks in the lackluster third. Malkin had three assists as Pittsburgh built a three-goal lead, held off a furious charge by the NHL-leading Blackhawks, and snapped their five-game winning streak with a 3-2 victory on Tuesday night. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins defeat Blackhawks, 3-2 Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Malkin had another big night with three assists as the Penguins downed the Chicago Blackhawks, 3-2, tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Read more

Deryk Engelland will probably be suspended because his borderline hit was on national TV Source: The Pensblog
Eddie Olsucks and Keith Jones got all jammed up about this hit. … Read this article

Pens hang on, win 3-2 Source: The Pensblog
Great win for the Pens. Chicago was closing fast in third, and MAF held the fort. Malkin with 3 assists, TK with the GW … Visit link

Endgame: Penguins 3, Blackhawks 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Malkin continues surge for NHL points lead with 3 point night Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Evgeni Malkin (15G-24A-39Pts) continued his surge for the NHL points lead, collecting three assists and moving into a four way tie for first in the league with 39 points. Malkin assisted on all three Penguin goals, leading Pittsburgh to a 3-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks … View post

Tritschler Tendered by Jamestown Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh, PA – Robert Tritschler, a graduate of Greensburg Central Catholic High School, has signed a tender sheet with the Junior A Jamestown Ironmen (Jamestown, NY) of the North American Hockey League (NAHL) for the 2012-2013 season. … … Continued here

Neal nets 19th goal of the season Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
James Neal continues to emerge as one of the NHL’s top goal scorers, finishing a 2-on-1 break, scoring his 19 goal of the season at 2:45 of the second period. … Read more here

Sabilla, Sodrosky, Berner, Gilland Honored by Pittsburgh Penguins As Highmark High School Hockey Players of the Month Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins honored Chartiers Valley’s Justin Sabilla, Penn-Trafford’s Conlan Sodrosky, North Hills’ Brett Berner and Butler’s Tanner Gilliland as Highmark High School Hockey Players of the Month for November Tu… … Go here to read the rest

Video: Deryk Engelland will receive a call from Brendan Shanahan (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
NHL players are really making Brendan Shanahan’s Christmas week much busier than it should be. In the middle of the first period of tonight’s Chicago Blackhawks/Pittsburgh Penguins game, Deryk Engelland laid a big on Markus Kruger along the boards making Continue reading … See the rest here

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Hawks @ Pens: Hossa has re-emerged as one of NHL’s best wingers; Lovejoy back in lineup Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Blackhawks @ Penguins For the second time in a week, the Penguins face an elite team in the Western Conference and tonight’s its the Chicago Blackhawks (21-8-4, 46pts), the NHL’s best team riding a five game winning streak. The disappointment for the Penguins is that it won’t be a game where management can truly evaluate … Read more here

NHL Roundup: Kings hire Sutter; concussion epidemic continues (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The long rumored hiring became a reality Tuesday, when the Los Angeles Kings officially named Darryl Sutter as its new head coach. Sutter will assume control of the team for Wednesday morning’s practice and will coach his first game Thursday night at home against the Anaheim… … View post

Pens-Hawks In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS 3, BLACKHAWKS 2 0:00: Pens survive a nailbiting last minute-and-a-half to defeat the NHL’s top team 3-2!!! 1:29: Neal trips up Kane on the backcheck and the Hawks are going to finish the game on the PP…they’ve pulled… … Read more

Penguins-Blackhawks: Malkin To Carry Hobbled Pens vs. League-Best Chicago Source: Bleacher Report
Evgeni Malkin is on a scoring tear, but it hasn’t been quite enough to keep the decimated Penguins lineup from sliding down the Eastern Conference standings. Chicago , meanwhile, has won eight of 10 and sits atop the NHL standings behind a potent offense and goaltender Ray Emery … The rest is here

Video: Engelland Hits Kruger Source: penguins.nhl.com
Deryk Engelland hits Marcus Kruger in the first period. … See video here

Video: Neal Before Greatness Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal streaks down the far boards and snaps one by Ray Emery to push the Penguins lead to 2-0. … Watch video here

Video: Cross to Chris Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin slides a pass to Chris Kunitz, who beats Ray Emery through the 5-hole. … Video here

Video: Post-Game: Matt Niskanen (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Niskanen talks to the media after defeating the Chicago Blackhawks. … Watch here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media after defeating the Chicago Blackhawks. … View video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after defeating the Chicago Blackhawks. … View video here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-20-2011

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011

Puck Previews: Blackhawks visit Pens; Bourque talks suspension (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Previews: Spotlighting the key games in NHL action, news and views as well as general frivolity. Make sure to stop back here for the nightly Three Stars when the games are finished … Go here to read the rest

Ex-coach says Cunneyworth should learn French (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
MONTREAL – Guy Carbonneau can feel for Randy Cunneyworth, but he also believes the new coach of the Montreal Canadiens should learn to speak French as quickly as he can. … Link

A look at some coaching options for Habs (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
Amidst a debate over the need for a bilingual head coach, the Montreal Canadiens say they’ll evaluate the position at the end of the season. … More

Gameday 34 – Blackhawks Source: The Pensblog
Chicago Blackhaws (21-8-4) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (18-11-4) 7:30 pm/et TV: Versus, TSN2 CONSOL Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA Games against the Blackhawks are always fun. Of course, games against the Blackhawks also mean that the Penguins won't have a full roster, which is obviously the case once again. Craig Adams and Jordan Staal skated this morning and they're both game-time decisions. … Read the rest here

Blackhawks at Penguins – 12-20-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM Greetings from: -No… … Continue reading here

Who are the NHL’s best road scorers? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Star players that excel offensively away from home have always received extra credit from me. They’re seeing tougher defensive matchups because their opponents get the last line change. They’re usually swimming against the tide of emotion and momentum a home Continue reading … More here

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Mark Recchi, still a troll Source: The Pensblog
Good find by the dicks over at Days of Y'Orr . … Visit link

Video: Iron Workers (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Iron Workers Building of a Champion video originally aired 12/20/11 and features Matt Cooke. … Watch video here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dec. 20′s Nemacolin Big 5 features five questions with goaltender Brent Johnson. … Watch here

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection Plays aired during the 12/20/11 Penguins game against the Chicago Blackhawks. … Video here

Video: Hockey IQ (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Slewfoot is discussed in this 12/20/11installement of Hockey IQ. … See video here

Video: Tonight’s Matchup 12/20/11 vs. Blackhawks Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins take on the top of the league in wins, the Chicago Blackhawks for tonight’s match up 12/20/11. … Watch video here

Video: Mario Skates at CONSOL (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Legend Mario Lemieux skates with several former Penguins today at the CONSOL Energy Center. … To see video click here

Puck Daddy’s 10 biggest trades of 2011 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Many have lamented the lost art of the NHL trade in the salary cap era, but 2011 was a sign that wheeling and/or dealing remain valuable ways to build a hockey team, either long or short-term, as well as aprime Continue reading … Read more here

Lemieux, Pens Alum Scrimmage at CONSOL Energy Center Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mario Lemieux took a pass in the neutral zone and skated past a defender for a breakaway. Lemieux deked the puck, pulling the goalie out of the crease. Lemieux curled the puck to his backhand and with a little tap re-directed the rubber over the g… … Continued here

About the Blackhawks – 12-20-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Blackhawks. … The rest is here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks. … To see video click here

Video: Game-Day: Jordan Staal (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks. … See this video

Video: Game-Day: Craig Adams (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Craig Adams talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks. … Watch here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks. … See this video

Leafs’ Colby Armstrong out with concussion (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The raging concussion epidemic in the NHL claimed another victim in Toronto Maple Leafs forward Colby Armstrong. Armstrong was hurt Saturday night against Vancouver, but didn’t tell the Leafs’ doctors about his symptoms until Monday, nearly 48 hours after a collision with… … Read more

Lights going out at the Mellon Arena > Lights going out at Candlestick Source: The Pensblog
This happened last night in San Francisco: Via thesportsgrid : ( that is not our ad) ESPN treated it like it was 9/11. … See the rest here

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Chicago Source: penguins.nhl.com
Staal & Adams game-time decision for tonight; Fleury in net (11:32 AM). Staal & Adams on the ice for morning skate (10:33 AM) … Read this article

4 Things to know about the Blackhawks Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. Click it for the breakdown. … Follow this link

Penguins Fall Classic Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Fan Guide vs. Chicago Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins will battle the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday, December 20 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 7:30 pm start All f… … Excerpt from

Empty Netter Assists – 12-20-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” I was a bit disappointed in getting cut first, but I went down to Wilkes-Barre and worked really hard .” – Simon Despres (above) on his training camp. -Welcome back Ben Lovejoy… to practice … Continue reading here

Video: Skate with the Greats (12/19/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins Alumni skated on the Penguins Pond with fans who purchased tickets … Click here to view video

December 20, 2006: The day the music almost died Source: The Pensblog
We've see incredible highs and lows the last five years. It's been a privilege riding with those of you who have been with us since the beginning of the blog. … Continue reading here

Province wants French-speaking Habs coach Source: Tribune-Review
The Quebec government isn’t pleased about the hiring of a Montreal Canadiens coach who can’t speak French. … Continued here

Injuries cloud lineup decisions for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins’ injury situation is murkier than ever heading into a game against the Chicago Blackhawks this week. … Read this article

Penguins winger Kennedy enduring slump Source: Tribune-Review
Tyler Kennedy played the best hockey of his career following injuries to stars last season, but that’s not been the case lately. … Read this article

Injuries no longer a concern for top-10 fantasy players (The StarPhoenix) Source: Yahoo Sports
Each week we will look at a top-10 fantasy forward list. … Read this article

Penguins’ rookie Despres getting his shot Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins were on a power play. … Visit link

Penguins Notebook: Lovejoy, Michalek may be close to playing Source: Post Gazette
Penguins defensemen Ben Lovejoy and Zbynek Michalek returned to practice Monday and could be close to playing. Centers Jordan Staal and Craig Adams did not skate, but they could be ready to go as soon as tonight’s game against Chicago at Consol Energy Center. The Blackhawks led the NHL with 46 points going into Monday’s schedule. … Continued here

NHL Notebook: Canadian government displeased with hiring Source: Post Gazette
The Quebec government isn’t pleased about the hiring of a Montreal Canadiens coach who can’t speak French. The province’s culture minister said she expects the Canadiens to correct the situation. Christine St-Pierre isn’t quite calling for the firing of new coach Randy Cunneyworth, a former Penguins player who was just hired over the weekend. … Read more

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Blackhawks Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (18-11-4) vs. BLACKHAWKS (21-8-4) WHEN: Dec. 20, 2011 – 7:30 pm | WHERE: CONSOL Energy Center WATCH: Versus | LISTEN: Penguins 24/7 Radio, 105.9 FM The Chicago Blackhawks enter Tuesday&rsq… … Read more here

Tuesdays With Stoosh 12.20.2011 Source: The Pensblog
In which Santa Stoosh squeezes his fat ass down that chimney and finds the jolliest bunch of assholes this side of the nuthouse… Or we just check some Christmas wish lists, Pittsburgh Penguins-style. Sidney Crosby Doc Brown's DeLorean and enough plutonium to get him back to the morning of January 1, 2011 … Read the rest here

Pens Fans "Skate with the Greats" Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins fans had the opportunity of a lifetime Monday night, skating alongside hockey legends and Stanley Cup champions in the “Skate With The Greats” event held at the outdoor rink Penguins Pond at South Side Works. “This i… … Continue reading here

Video: Great Moments in Penguins History (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Bob Grove takes us back to October of 1967, when the Penguins became the first team from the Expansion Class to defeat an Original Six team. … Click here to view video

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PensHead Daily Links 12-18-2011

Sunday, December 18th, 2011

NHL roundup: Crosby’s condition won’t affect contract talks (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Even as the Pittsburgh Penguins again put Sidney Crosby on the injured list, the team reportedly will not let his concussion issues affect contract discussions. Instead, general manager Ray Shero expressed conviction to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review that Crosby’s value would… … Continued here

Penguins demote Sneep, Strait – 12-18-11 Source: Empty Netters
A night after helping the NHL Penguins blow out the Sabres, Carl Sneep (right) is back in the AHL. Sneep and fellow defenseman Brian Strait were demoted to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL this afternoon. Sneep made his NHL debut last night. … More

Penguins send two defensemen back to AHL Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins today reassigned defensemen Carl Sneep and Brian Strait to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League. … Excerpt from

Report: Crosby’s injury won’t affect contract talks (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Even as the Pittsburgh Penguins again put Sidney Crosby on the injured list, the team reportedly will not let his concussion issues affect contract discussions. Instead, general manager Ray Shero expressed conviction to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review that Crosby’s value would… … Follow this link

Penguins Re-Assign Carl Sneep and Brian Strait to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned defensemen Carl Sneep and Brian Strait to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Sneep, 24, made his … … More

Empty Netter Assists – 12-18-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “My first shot, I scored … Read more here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Is Evgeni Malkin the Front-Runner for Hart Trophy? Source: Bleacher Report
Take a look at the Penguins lineup from their last game against Buffalo , and chances are, the average hockey fan won’t recognize quite a few of the names. Guys like Eric Tangradi, Carl Sneep, Joe Vitale, Alexandre Picard, and Simon Despres are filling in for the Pens because they are so injury depleted. Currently for the Penguins , Sidney Crosby , Paul Martin, Zbynek Michalek, Kris Letang, and Jordan Staal are out of the lineup … Visit link


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RECAP: The Evgeni Malkin Diaries. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
What a horrible game for Ryan Miller. That's all it comes down to. … See the article here

Canadiens fire coach Martin after slow start Source: Tribune-Review
Jacques Martin, who preaches defense, was in his third season with the Canadiens, and he is also one of the winningest coaches in NHL history. … Read the rest here

If needed, vet Munroe may get call from Pens Source: Tribune-Review
If the Penguins needed to call up a goaltender from Wilkes-Barre right now, it just might be veteran Scott Munroe instead of prospect Brad Thiessen. … See more here

Shero: Crosby remains priority for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby’s yearlong bout with a concussion will not influence next summer’s contract talks, Penguins GM Ray Shero says. … Visit link

Malkin, Penguins thrash past Miller, Sabres Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins scored three goals in the first nine minutes, 53 seconds to send Buffalo goaltender Ryan Miller to the bench, albeit temporarily, and spark a victory. … See the article here

Athletes, military fans make a connection Source: Tribune-Review
Through grand and quiet gestures, Pittsburgh sports teams are letting the men and women who are and have served our country know that they are not forgotten. … Go here to read the rest

Saturday’s Three Stars: Malkin’s 5-spot; Lucic, Cole Shanabans? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Evgeni Malkin, Pittsburgh Penguins Malkin tied a career high with five points as the Penguins steamrolled the Buffalo Sabres, 8-3. … Link

Malkin’s hat trick buries Buffalo, 8-3 Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Malkin did not score a milestone goal Saturday night, the way Simon Despres did. And he didn’t reach a major statistical plateau, the way Marc-Andre Fleury did. … Excerpt from

NHL roundup: Bruins jump on Flyers, 6-0 Source: Post Gazette
The Boston Bruins got started right away with a goal in the first minute and cruised to an easy win after burying the Philadelphia Flyers with a flurry of early goals. … See more here

Martin latest Penguin to miss time with an injury Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins’ injury report grew again when defenseman Paul Martin missed Saturday’s game against Buffalo at Consol Energy Center. Martin appeared to injure his right leg Friday night when he was checked by Ottawa’s Chris Phillips. … Follow this link

On the Penguins: A part of Sid’s legacy Source: Post Gazette
Two days after David Steckel felled Sidney Crosby with a wicked — unintentional or otherwise — blow to the head during the Winter Classic at Heinz Field Jan. 1, a Penguins executive was asked if Crosby had been given a concussion test in the wake of that hit. The response was fast and firm … Continue reading here

Malkin’s hat trick leads Pens over Sabres 8-3 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Evgeni Malkin had his seventh NHL hat trick, and tied a career high with five points … Follow this link

Penguins rout Sabres, 8-3 Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Malkin had a hat trick among his five points and goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury got his 200th career win as the Penguins routed the Buffalo Sabres, 8-3, tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Follow this link

Fleury Hits 200 Marker Source: penguins.nhl.com
Saturday’s game against the Buffalo Sabres was full of milestones for the Penguins in an 8-3 victory at the CONSOL Energy Center. … See the rest here

Malkin’s Hat Trick Powers Total Team Effort Source: penguins.nhl.com
Saturday wasn’t just a great day for hockey – it was an absolutely fantastic night for Evgeni Malkin. … More here

Endgame: Penguins 8, Sabres 3 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Penguins place captain Crosby on injured list (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby, out since Dec. 5 because of a recurrence of concussion-like symptoms, was placed on the injured list on Saturday. Crosby has already been out the required time for someone on the injured list, so he could be activated at any time. … More here

Video: Post-Game: Evgeni Malkin (12/17/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin talks to the media after defeating the Buffalo Sabres. … Video here

Video: Despres’s First Source: penguins.nhl.com
Simon Despres tallies his first career NHL goal. … Click here to view video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (12/17/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after defeating the Buffalo Sabres. … See video here

Video: Three Square Neals Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin and the Pittsburgh Penguins continue the assault, this time with James Neal tallying his 10th powerplay goal. … See this video

Video: Malkin-tents Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin takes a long pass up the boards and swoops in to jam the puck between Jhonas Enroth’s pads. … Watch video here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (12/17/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media after defeating the Buffalo Sabres. … View video

Video: He’s Got Good Geno’s Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin finishes off a solid Penguin rush to chase Ryan Miller from the 3-0 game. …