It wasn't too long ago that the Pittsburgh Penguins were on the verge of completely falling apart. Head coach Mike Johnston wasn’t getting the best out of his players, the offense was boring, and the defense looked just as bad trying to protect the net. Pittsburgh was a mediocre team, at best, and captain Sidney Crosby looked no better. At times, Crosby looked overwhelmed and exhausted. His team was underperforming, and there was nothing he could do. Minor injuries made his play even more ... Read More
Comeback victory gives Penguins their seventh-straight win
Tonight, the Pittsburgh Penguins (46-25-8) successfully began their three-game road trip to conclude the season, playing the Ottawa Senators (36-34-9). Although the Senators were eliminated from the playoffs Thursday, they played a perfect first half of the game but could not finish. Penguins goalie Matt Murray looked to be a little rattled after giving up his second goal, and, shortly thereafter, Ottawa poured salt on the wound. But Murray would respond, like he has done frequently this ... Read More
Pens Preview: Murray looks to continue win streak, strong play
Pittsburgh Penguins (46-25-8) In his first chance with an NHL team, goalie Matt Murray looks to have the confidence of a veteran, starting his third-straight game tonight. Marc-Andre Fleury still has no timetable for when he will return to the net after his second concussion of the season. Jeff Zatkoff will back up Murray in tonight's game. With his recent play, Murray has helped solidify the depth in between the pipes. In the last 13 games, Pittsburgh is 12-1-0. The Penguins have gotten a ... Read More
Penguins chase Flyers out of Pittsburgh for sixth straight win
After the Buccos took care of business against the St. Louis Cardinals at PNC Park, the Pittsburgh Penguins (45-25-8) were able to show off too against their heated rivals, the Philadelphia Flyers. The Penguins were led by Sidney Crosby scoring his 33rd goal of the season and giving Pittsburgh a quick 1-0 lead. Beau Bennett (6) and Patric Hornqvist (21) both scored to give the Penguins a 3-0 edge, while Wayne Simmonds scored his 29th goal of the season in the final minute of the second period ... Read More
Pens Preview: Sunday night rivalry comes to Consol Energy Center
Pittsburgh Penguins (45-25-8) In their last meeting, the Penguins took it to a Philadelphia team that was not too far away from overtaking Pittsburgh. Since that game, things have changed considerably since. The Penguins have not only moved from wildcard positioning to second place in the Metropolitan Division, but also secured their 10th straight playoff season. Matt Murray will more than likely be making his 10th appearance in a Penguins uniform. Murray currently has won his last four ... Read More
Crosby voted as team MVP for sixth time in career
Sidney Crosby, who went from 129th overall in scoring to third, has been the core of the Pittsburgh Penguins turning their season around. It was announced today that he was elected as team MVP and deservedly so. When coach Mike Sullivan's reign began, Crosby ignited and is currently the NHL's leading scorer since then with 62 points (25 G, 37 A). The ability for Crosby to not only score, but to pass the puck and set up his teammates is invaluable. He has come up big game after game and has ... Read More
Fleury-less Penguins clinch playoff spot with win against Islanders
Learning that Marc-Andre Fleury did not join the Pittsburgh Penguins (44-25-8) in their trip to face the New York Islanders (42-25-9), Matt Murray was thrown in between the pipes and dazzled with his performance. Murray, along with other contributors, helped the Penguins clinch their 10th straight playoff spot, which could become the league's longest streak if the Detroit Red Wings should fail to qualify this season. This afternoon, the offense was led by Matt Cullen and Oskar Sundqvist, who ... Read More
Riverhounds set to begin new season with high expectations and uncertainty
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds begin their season tonight, and with it comes a new roster, some familiar faces, but higher expectations. The offseason saw key players like Rob Vincent and Ryan Thompson play for their new respective teams. Calle Brown, who filled in during Thompson's absence last season, signed with the Houston Dynamo. The Hounds overhauled their goaltending depth adding Hunter Gilstrap, Mauricio Vargas and local native Brenden Alfery. Pittsburgh also signed two ex-MLS players ... Read More
Pirates confirm Juan Nicasio as fifth starter in rotation
This afternoon, Pirates manager Clint Hurdle confirmed that Juan Nicasio will be slotted in as Pittsburgh's fifth starter in the rotation. Nicasio, who signed with the Pirates on Dec. 10, has earned this right after coming off of impressive play in Spring Training. Rob Biertempfel of the Trib had the news first. Juan Nicasio will be in #pirates starting. rotation. Ryan Vogelsong to bullpen. — Rob Biertempfel (@BiertempfelTrib) March 30, 2016 The 29-year-old right hander came into ... Read More
Kessel shootout goal completes comeback against Sabres
The Pittsburgh Penguins (42-25-8) found themselves down 3-0 against the Buffalo Sabres (31-35-10), but were able to climb out of a deep hole. Tom Kuhnhackl had two points (1 G, 1 A) and was the tying goal for Pittsburgh in the second period. Before tonight's game, in their last eight meetings Pittsburgh held a commanding 8-0 record with 33 goals and a 31.8 percent powerplay, compared to only nine goals and an 11.1 percent powerplay by Buffalo. The Penguins would end up roaring back and ... Read More