Penguins/NHL category, Page 67
Tim Benz: Celebrating a memorable day in Penguins history — for multiple reasons
May 21 is certainly a day with some historically good vibes for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Tuesday marks the 15-year anniversary of Evgeni Malkin’s hat trick against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 2 of the 2009 Eastern Conference Final. The third goal was Malkin’s famous blind backhander that beat goalie Cam...
Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson scores as Sweden beats FranceVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson scored the winning goal during a power-play sequence for Sweden in a 3-1 win against France during a preliminary round game at...
Penguins A to Z: Tristan Jarry remains the goaltender of the present (for now)Video
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic guides United States to rout of KazakhstanVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic made 13 saves on 14 shots for the United States in a 10-1 rout of Kazakhstan during a preliminary round contest at...
Penguins forward Jesse Puljujarvi scores twice for Finland in loss to CanadaVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Penguins forward Jesse Puljujarvi scored two goals for Finland in a 5-3 loss to Canada during a preliminary-round game at the O2 Arena in Prague on...
Penguins’ Mike Sullivan named Team USA hockey coach for 2026 Winter Olympics
Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan will lead the United States men’s hockey team at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, USA Hockey announced Saturday. Sullivan, 56, will also lead Team USA at the 2025 Four Nations Face-Off, which features the U.S., Canada, Finland and Sweden. Hosts...
Penguins A to Z: Vinnie Hinostroza remains an NHL-caliber playerVideo
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic, United States shut out FranceVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic stopped all 10 shots he faced and led the United States to a 5-0 shutout of France in a preliminary round game...
Penguins A to Z: Jansen Harkins earned trust. Is that enough to earn a new contract?Video
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
U mad, bro?: Steelers fans push back at WR concerns; Pirates fans fume; Penguins fans not thrilled with Mike Sullivan
I’ve had a bit of a modified work week. I’ve been doing a lot of radio. I’ve been researching a project for TribLive. I took a day off to see one of my favorite bands, Dirty Honey, at the Roxian on Tuesday. I’m going to a wedding in Cleveland on...
3 Penguins, including Kris Letang, undergo postseason surgeries
Three Pittsburgh Penguins players — defensemen Kris Letang and John Ludvig, plus forward Matt Nieto — underwent offseason surgeries recently, president of hockey operations/general manager Kyle Dubas announced Wednesday. Letang had a fractured finger on his left hand repaired Friday, with an expected recovery time of eight weeks. On April...
Penguins A to Z: For now, Dillon Hamaliuk looks like another throw-inVideo
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Wheeling Nailers captain Justin Addamo scores twice for FranceVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship Tournament: After being added to France’s roster on Monday, Wheeling Nailers forward Justin Addamo scored two goals in a 4-2 win against Poland in a preliminary round...
Tim Benz: Tough decisions ahead for some Pittsburgh fan favorites
There was plenty of excitement generated by Paul Skenes’ debut Saturday night at PNC Park. Unfortunately, the bullpen folly of that 10-9 win for the Pittsburgh Pirates and the four losses in five games to close out their recent homestand drummed up some agitation within the fanbase and some grumbling...
Penguins A to Z: After 7 recalls, Jonathan Gruden’s next challenge will be staying in the NHLVideo
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic pulled in United States’ loss to SlovakiaVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship Tournament: Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic made 12 saves on 16 shots and was pulled after 28:47 of ice time for the United States which fell 5-4 in...
Penguins A to Z: What went wrong for Ryan Graves?
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson leads Sweden past PolandVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship Tournament: Two goals and an assist by Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson led Sweden to a 5-1 win against Poland in a preliminary round game at Ostravar Arena...
Penguins forward Michael Bunting scores for Canada in winVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship Tournament: Penguins forward Michael Bunting scored Canada’s opening goal and recorded an assist in a 4-2 win against Great Britain at the O2 Arena in Prague on...
Minor league report: Nailers swept by WalleyeVideo
The Wheeling Nailers’ season came to an end with a 3-2 overtime home loss to the Toledo Walleye in Game 4 of the Central Division final at WesBanco Arena in Wheeling, W.Va. A goal by forward Riley Sawchuk at 5:37 of overtime allowed the Walleye to sweep the best-of-seven series,...
Penguins defenseman Marcus Pettersson helps Sweden beat United StatesVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship Tournament: Penguins defenseman Marcus Pettersson recorded the secondary assist on the game-winning goal for Sweden which opened the tournament with a 5-3 win against the United States...
Penguins sign forward Valtteri Puustinen to contract extension
Even as a pending unrestricted free agent, Valtteri Puustinen spoke about returning to the Pittsburgh Penguins for next season as if it was a certainty. On Friday, that notion became reality as the team signed the forward to a two-year contract extension with a salary cap hit of $775,000. The...
Penguins A to Z: Even with impediments, Taylor Gauthier continues to succeedVideo
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract – including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Penguins A to Z: Jordan Frasca made progress, but only incrementallyVideo
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Minor league report: Nailers on verge of elimination after dropping Game 3Video
Forward Matthew Querica had a goal and an assist for the Wheeling Nailers in a 7-3 home loss to the Toledo Walleye in Game 3 of the Central Division final series at WesBanco Arena in Wheeling, W.Va. on Wednesday. The Walleye lead the best-of-seven series, 3-0. Defenseman David Drake and...
