The Flower Got an Extension
It seems like yesterday that Penguins fans were calling for Marc-Andre Fleury’s trade. Was it really three years ago when he allowed 30 goals in the playoffs to Philadelphia? And let’s…
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Maatta’s Tumor; The Penguins Blue Line
First things first: Hockey is a game. As it pertains to Penguins defenseman Olli Maatta, there are more important things in life right now. It was announced by GM Jim Rutherford…
A Recap, and Welcome, Back to Hockey
No more Ray Shero and his masterful trades, or his inability to draft anyone other than defensemen. No more Dan Bylsma and his wide open style of play that lead…
Pittsburgh Penguins Missing Parts on Defense
The Pittsburgh Penguins are still missing major parts on defense. With Brooks Orpik and Matt Niskanen signing contracts with the Washington Capitals, the Penguins have to replace a plus-minus rating of +33 (Niskanen) and…
Metropolitan Rivals: How The Flyers Stack Up Against The Pens
While the youngsters are chipping away towards making a name for themselves in development camp, the Flyers’ arid offseason continues with little developments. Other teams throughout the Metropolitan Division, however,…
If the Pens Have Confused You, You’re Not Alone
I can’t help but wonder over the past month and a half, if Penguins’ GM Jim Rutherford even knows what year it is. Does he know that he’s the GM…
Patric Hornqvist Will Impress Penguins’ Fans
Patric Hornqvist for James Neal. Really? That was Jim Rutherford’s first eye-opening move as new general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins. At first, it seems like the Penguins came up…
The James Neal Trade and Jim Rutherford’s Next Moves
Free agents Milan Michalek and Stephane Robidas make sense for the Penguins.
Mike Johnston Hired as New Penguins’ Head Coach
The Pittsburgh Penguins finally have someone that can call the shots from behind the bench. Mike Johnston, formerly of the WHL’s Portland Winterhawks (Canadian junior hockey) has been hired as…
Jim Rutherford is Creating a PR Nightmare for the Penguins
A timeline to start us off: Tuesday, May 13th: Penguins lose Game Seven at a home to the New York Rangers 2-1, after holding a 3-1 series lead thanks to…
A Few Penguins Odds and Ends Prior to the Meat of the Offseason
I’ve flown under the radar for the most part since the Penguins parted ways with former GM Ray Shero. Quite frankly, I just haven’t had much to say regarding the…
The Hurricanes/Penguins Merry-Go-Round Keeps Spinning
The Hurricanes/Penguins merry go-round keeps spinning. Ole’ JR is heading north to the land of the Penguins. Not the North Pole, but to beautiful Pittsburgh, home of the Steelers, the…