The Pittsburgh Penguins won’t have much runway this season, and coaches and management probably won’t get a redo if they don’t get the final roster construction correct. For the first time in franchise history, September and October could deter
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The live chat was fast and furious. Live on YouTube and FaceBook, Pittsburgh Hockey Now began with the Sidney Crosby situation and the reason speculation hasn’t yet run wild. However, the Pittsburgh Penguins’ schedule and road trips will soon put
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Recently acquired New York Rangers forward Reilly Smith appears likely to get an early season opportunity alongside forwards Chris Kreider and Mika Zibanejad (as per Peter Baugh of The Athletic). The former Stanley Cup Champion had a down year last s
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Hey all. Just a quick note to share a bit of personal news. After 13 years of writing for PenguinPoop, I’ve decided to “semi-retire” from the blogging business. More to the point, I won’t be writing Penguins game summaries this seas
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We already knew about the themed bobbleheads, and now the Pittsburgh Penguins have a new, improved — or at least expanded — full promotional schedule, released Wednesday. Notably, a Pride Game returns, including a tumbler giveaway. Those nights h
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Like golden bookends, it will be with no small irony the Pittsburgh Penguins will begin their 2024-25 season in the very same outposts where their 2023-24 season collapsed. The trips might not only put this season in the balance but the direction of
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Photo by Jeanine Leech/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The players we’re most interested to see whether they rise or fall this training camp Last year we marveled about how quickly Kyle Dubas turned the Penguins over as soo
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As promised, here’s the second installment of my 10 11 favorite Penguins of all-time. To repeat, this compilation isn’t based on talent, ability or impact. Just the players who, for whatever reasons, I liked the best. RON FRANCIS (1991-98) By hi
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One big payday and two players on deck. Leon Draisaitl’s new contract wowed everyone, but we’re also wondering about Mitch Marner’s future and what’s up with Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby. Under the Penguins heading today, the tea
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Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images The old Islanders are turning over a new leaf This week we’re focusing on the Penguins’ opposition within the Metropolitan Division. How did their summers go, how are we feeling? Who lef
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Matt Vensel of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette writes that Pittsburgh Penguins forward Noel Acciari will likely move from center to the wing this season as the Penguins try to squeeze more juice out of the 32-year-old’s game after a disappointing 2023-
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A little earlier today, a friend of mine texted me the news that Leon Draisaitl was about to sign an 8 year, $14 million per year contract. I wasn’t too long before the confirmation of that rumor hit the internet. I guess I am beginning to get dese
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