The NHL’s Suspension System Is Broken
The NHL’s discipline system has been an abject failure with respect to intentional hits or blows to the head and their consequent punishment. I’ll be frank: Suspension lengths are far…
Brooks Orpik
Settling the Debate: Thornton Hit Worse Than Neal Knee
The Shawn Thornton hit was much worse than the James Neal knee to Brad Marchand’s head. There isn’t a debate here people. Just because you love to bash the Pittsburgh…
The Character Assassination of Brooks Orpik
“Boston’s Thornton chasing down Pittsburgh’s Orpik, a noted instigator who wouldn’t fight this time, and after Orpik had fallen to the ice, pummelling him with two solid punches. Just revolting.…
Hockey News: Violence in the NHL; Injuries for Everybody
Zac Rinaldo is pretty happy about the Bruins/Penguins game because no one is really talking about this: [NESN] Dion Phaneuf decided to get in on the disciplinary hearing action. [Toronto…
Throw the Book at Shawn Thornton
Shawn Thornton has always been a passionate player and an intense one. He’s that kind of player that will defend his teammates at any cost. After last night’s game against…
Trade or Keep: Evaluating the Pittsburgh Penguins Defense
With three days in between their 9th and 10th games, the Pittsburgh Penguins have plenty of time to decide on their junior-eligible 19-year-old defenseman, Olli Maatta. Not only do the…
Why the Penguins Need to Keep Olli Maatta in Pittsburgh
October 21. If it weren’t for Olli Maatta’s exemplary play during his brief taste of NHL action, that date would likely epitomize nothing more than an early season showdown between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Colorado Avalanche. …
Is Charlie Coyle Destined for Greatness?
On June 24, 2011, forward Charlie Coyle was acquired by the Minnesota Wild along with Devin Setoguchi and a first round pick in exchange for a second round selection and veteran…
Who Should the Penguins Trade for Salary Cap Compliance?
During the 2013 season, General Manager Ray Shero and the Pittsburgh Penguins had their way with the salary cap to put together a supposed “Dream Team.” Adding Jarome Iginla, Brenden…
What is the Penguins’ Next Move?
Penguins GM Ray Shero never expected to sign Rob Scuderi.
Will Penguins’ Collapse Cost them the Series?
In an era consumed with Facebook, Twitter and hoards of media anxious to be the first to report, well, just about anything, it’s easy to get caught up in the moment and blow things…
Sixth Sense: Dan Bylsma Decision Could Cost Penguins Stanley Cup
Pittsburgh Penguins’ Head Coach Dan Bylsma has one more delicate decision to make in the playoffs that could make or break the Stanley Cup aspirations of his team. He needs…