Forgotten Carolina Hurricanes – Matt Cullen
Most players drafted into the NHL dream of making a career with one team, but for most, that isn’t the case. When fans think of long-time Carolina Hurricanes players, they…
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Matt Cullen Joins Penguins’ Front Office
PITTSBURGH — Recently retired forward Matt Cullen is sticking with the Pittsburgh Penguins, joining the hockey operations department.
The team announced Thursday that Cullen will have a player development role. General manager Jim Rutherford called Cul…
Matt Cullen: 5 Things We’ll Miss
Matt Cullen has had many nicknames over the years, from the clever “Dad,” to the simple “Cully”. But, as of July 10, he can add another moniker to his collection:…
Veteran Matt Cullen Retires
PITTSBURGH — Veteran centre Matt Cullen is retiring after a 21-season career that includes three Stanley Cup titles.
Cullen, 42, was part of Carolina’s Cup-winning team in 2006, and later won back-to-back NHL titles with Pittsburgh in 2016 and 201…
Penguins’ Cullen Has Great Case for Masterton Trophy
While it may not be as flashy as the Hart Memorial or Norris Memorial Trophies, the Masterton Memorial Trophy is one of the most highly-respected awards in the NHL. It…
Penguins’ Fourth Line Peaking at the Right Time
When the average hockey fan thinks of the Pittsburgh Penguins, they likely think of the abundance of superstars they have on their roster. Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang…
Penguins Make March a Month of Milestones
Evgeni Malkin has been the talk of the town in Pittsburgh since reaching the 1,000-point marker with two assists in a 5-3 win over the Washington Capitals on Mar. 12. Evgeni…
NHL News & Notes: Elliott, Wickenheiser Strome & More
In today’s News & Notes, Brian Elliott will be out of action for a few weeks, Hayley Wickenheiser’s Hall of Fame eligibility period was verified, Ryan Spooner has been traded…
Cullen Deserving of St. Cloud State Hall of Fame
St. Cloud State University, based in a town of less than 70,000 an hour west of Minneapolis, is as pure of a hockey school as it comes. The school has…
Top Minnesota-Born Wild Players
Minnesota is known as the State of Hockey. The name isn’t taken for granted, as evidenced by the steady stream of talent that pours into the NHL from the state.…
Golden Knights & Lightning Are Getting Their Money’s Worth
To win in the salary cap era, a team needs top-to-bottom production. First line forwards need to perform like elite scorers while third pairing defensemen need to provide steady minutes.…
Penguins Still Trying to Replace Departed Stars
While a handful of consecutive wins can hardly be considered a resurgence and season-defining stretch, the Pittsburgh Penguins appear to be rounding into shape at the right time. Sidney Crosby,…