Inside the Penguins-Rangers Coaching Chess Match
Playoff hockey is a chess match. Each team enters a series with a specific gameplan in mind.
Playoff hockey is a chess match. Each team enters a series with a specific gameplan in mind.
Tomorrow we’ll look at strategic adjustments Mike Johnston and the Pittsburgh Penguins have made to grab an early road victory from the New York Rangers. Today, let’s empty the notebook.…
Pittsburgh had to adjust their faceoff plays after the departure of James Neal.
The NHL had Mike Johnston figured out within six weeks.
Another early playoff exit in 2015 might mean the end of the Mario Lemieux-Ron Burkle ownership era of the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Mario Lemieux, Ron Burkle, and the Future of the Pittsburgh Penguins: Part III
Mario Lemieux, Ron Burkle, and the Future of the Pittsburgh Penguins: Part II
Mario Lemieux, Ron Burkle, and the Future of the Pittsburgh Penguins: Part I
The biggest challenge for the Pittsburgh Penguins is going to be navigating the salary cap.
The 2013 CBA gave teams the flexibility to retain a percentage of salary and cap hits in trades. There are a few key limitations to keep in mind.
Jeff Petry’s skillset would make him a good defensive fit in the Pittsburgh Penguins system.
Where will 18 of the most coveted players land between now and the March 2 NHL trade deadline?