Following a sensation win over the Rangers a few nights ago, the Pittsburgh Penguins (33-22-8) hosted the Calgary Flames (26-34-4) in a game that was close for the whole duration. Patric Hornqvist continued putting up big numbers finished the game with a goal and an assist. Sidney Crosby scored Pittsburgh’s second goal giving the team a 2-1 lead. However, the Flames shot home two straight goals following Crosby’s and put Calgary on top. Scoring their third straight, the Flames put the game ... Read More
Capitals edge out late goal to defeat Penguins
The Pittsburgh Penguins (32-21-8) traveled on the road this evening to play against the Washington Capitals (45-12-4). This makeup game from January began with Pittsburgh storming out of the gate and taking a commanding lead. However, Washington’s offense started putting pressure on starting goaltender Matt Murray and came back to tie the game. Late in the third period, the Capitals converted on a power play that gave them the final 3-2 victory. Quick Start The Penguins matched up ... Read More
Hornqvist’s hat trick leads Penguins to dominant win over Coyotes
Battling for playoff position, the Pittsburgh Penguins (31-21-8) came out with all cylinders firing against the Arizona Coyotes (27-29-6) this evening at Consol Energy Center. The offense played fast all night and dominated the Coyotes shooting the puck 33 times and threading the needle on precise passes. Patric Hornqvist scored his first career hat trick this evening scoring three of the Penguins six total goals. Marc-Andre Fleury was able to put together his second straight win allowing no ... Read More
Rutherford plays it safe during NHL trade deadline
After years of dealing away young talent for expensive and often over-hyped rentals, the front office decided to approach this year more conservatively. With limited cap space and attractive assets, Pittsburgh may not have had much of a choice, but it is a good choice nonetheless. Mortgaging the future for the "win now" mentality has backfired on the Penguins in the past. Trading for Jarome Iginla, Douglas Murray and Brenden Morrow proved to stagnate the building and development of fresh ... Read More
Kunitz, Plotnikov, Zatkoff among names in trade deadline rumors
In the next 24 hours, general manager Jim Rutherford will be under pressure to ensure his team comes out of the trade deadline without sacrificing the future and bringing fresh talent to the Pittsburgh Penguins. After Saturday's trade for Justin Schultz, Rutherford made it clear that they were not done searching for other options on the market. "We're still in business," said following the trade yesterday hinting that he will continue searching for additions to the Penguins. What's for ... Read More
Penguins jet past Winnipeg in decisive win
Following a game where the Pittsburgh Penguins (30-21-8) were outmatched deep into the game, they were able to rebound in a decisive victory over the Winnipeg Jets (26-30-4). The team looked back to their normal selves in today’s 4-1 victory. Pittsburgh also saw Evgeni Malkin and Nick Bonino return to the ice and their presence was very much felt. Bonino was able to tally an assist on a goal by Scott Wilson. Malkin looked fresh in helping the offense push the puck deep into Winnipeg’s zone ... Read More
Late game collapse allows Bruins to surge past Penguins
This evening the two wildcard teams in the Eastern Conference matched up as the Boston Bruins (32-22-6) hosted the Pittsburgh Penguins (30-20-8). Boston’s 19-year-old up and coming star, David Pastrnak scored two unassisted that have his team the lead going into the final period of play. Pittsburgh was able to generate a total of 42 shots on goal against Tukka Rask, but unable to get the puck past one of the league’s best. The Penguins fell flat in the third period and allowed three straight ... Read More
Penguins edge out road victory against Sabres
The Pittsburgh Penguins (29-20-8) yet again played a weekend afternoon game today visiting the Buffalo Sabres (24-28-7) and facing former coach Dan Bylsma. Youth continued to play a part in coach Mike Sullivan’s offense with Scott Wilson and Matt Cullen scoring goals to help propel the Penguins to their 4-3 win tonight. Natural contributors like Patric Hornqvist and Phil Kessel also made their mark in putting up goals as well. The Sabres made a late push, putting up two goals in the final ... Read More
Lightning surge past Penguins
This afternoon, the Pittsburgh Penguins (29-19-8) matched up against the Tampa Bay Lightning (31-22-4). Both team’s came in to today’s game tied for the first wild card spot with 66 points. Pittsburgh came out flat early against Tampa Bay and paid dearly for it as the Lightning were able to score three goals before the Penguins were able to score their first. With goals by Tom Kuhnhackl, his first of the season, and Scott Wilson, Pittsburgh was able to close the gap, but not unable to ... Read More
Offense reemerges in decisive victory over Red Wings
The Pittsburgh Penguins (28-19-8) ended an offensive dry spell in tonight’s 6-3 win over the Detroit Red Wings (29-19-9). Scoring two goals in each period, the Penguins were able to put a smiled on the faces of fans leaving Consol Energy Center. Phil Kessel had a pair of goals, with Chris Kunitz tallying an assist each goal. Marc-Andre Fleury and his defense struggled in the early stages of the match, but was able to clamp down and tighten up after the offense provided some breathing ... Read More