In today’s NHL rumors rundown, interim GM of the San Jose Sharks, Joe Will, says he’s open to talking about any players when it comes to making a trade; that includes Brent Burns and Erik Karlsson. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs have signed a couple of their key Finnish prospects. The Pittsburgh Penguins got bad
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The New York Rangers have been a thorn in the Pittsburgh Penguins‘ side all season. Although they only played each other four times – the first of which only came on Feb. 26 – the Rangers had the Penguins’ number. After that first regular-season meeting, a 1-0 Penguins victory, the Rangers won three straight, outscoring
The Pittsburgh Penguins currently lead the New York Rangers 2-1 in their seven-game playoff series. The Rangers are favored to win the series, however, the Penguins do not seem deterred by that fact. They are playing better than they have in a month, and are two games away from advancing to the next round of
The New York Rangers are amidst a tough playoff series with the Pittsburgh Penguins that did not start in their favor. The Rangers blew a 2-0 lead in the game and ultimately lost in a 4-3 triple-overtime sequence. Following just one bitter loss, the team was immediately left with ample insight on how to proceed.
On the latest edition of NHL Stats News, we will look at the continued scoring by Leon Draisaitl, Auston Matthews hitting a milestone that isn’t in goals, and the Pittsburgh Penguins reaching the postseason once again led by their captain. Then we go to the St. Louis Blues and a couple of impressive performances, key
In this edition of “NHL Talk,” these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper’s profile every day for a new edition of the “NHL Talk” column. Sabres’ Power to Make NHL Debut in Hometown Buffalo Sabres defensive prospect Owen Power will make his NHL debut at the Toronto
When the Pittsburgh Penguins acquired forward Jason Zucker from the Minnesota Wild on Feb. 10, 2020, he was intended to be a mid-tier addition that would stabilize the bottom third of the Penguins’ lineup. He ultimately helped guide them to a first-place finish in the NHL’s COVID-19 realigned East Division and a playoff berth the
On the latest edition of NHL Stats News Jonathan Huberdeau is having one of the best seasons in history by a left winger, the New York Rangers had one of the best months in their history, and Sidney Crosby climbs in the all-time points list. Then we go to Eastern Canada for the tear the
In this edition of NHL Talk, these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Click here for The Hockey Writers Podcast on your favourite audio streaming app (new episodes five days a week). Lightning Win Back-to-Back Games After Three-Game Skid The Tampa Bay Lightning won its second consecutive game following a three-game
The latest edition of NHL Stats News begins with a trio of top teams from the Central Division, then we head North to Canada where the Montreal Canadiens and Edmonton Oilers have been busy, finishing off with a lot of Sidney Crosby, plus much more stats and milestones from around the NHL. Josi Elevates to
Pittsburgh Penguins general manager (GM) Ron Hextall was recently asked about the March 21 NHL Trade Deadline and what he thought about the team’s current state of affairs. Hextall’s response was one that has typified Penguins’ management over the past half-decade. The team’s brass seems set on the roster they currently have at their disposal
Most people had already counted out the Pittsburgh Penguins early in the season. However, once December rolled around, the Penguins hit a winning streak that lasted into early January, and suddenly, they were in playoff conversations. However, they have now lost two in a row against the Carolina Hurricanes and the Florida Panthers. Related: Penguins
On the latest edition of NHL Stats News, we look at the stars once again shining for the Pittsburgh Penguins, a historic night with a couple of overtime hat tricks, and more goals and points by the scoring leaders of the Edmonton Oilers. Then we go to the Minnesota Wild and some impressive feats, more
The New York Rangers and the Pittsburgh Penguins engaged in a tight battle on Feb. 26. New York and Pittsburgh could face one another in the postseason this year, and it would be quite a series if it mirrored this game. While the game did not feature much goal scoring from either team, it was
The Pittsburgh Penguins were blown out by the New Jersey Devils on Thursday night as the Devils lit the lamp early and often in a 6-1 victory. The Penguins have now lost three in a row, and while some of the attention is turning toward their crease, one player who has been generating some trade
The Pittsburgh Penguins stopped by Scotiabank Arena on Thursday night to battle it out with the Toronto Maple Leafs. After some earlier success in their previous two matchups, it was revenge season for the Maple Leafs. The Penguins had their four-game winning streak and their six-game road winning streak snapped in the 4-1 loss. Let’s
The daily “NHL Soundbites” column is your go-to for the top quotes from every postgame press conference in the NHL. Also, listen to THW contributors talk hockey every weekday on The Hockey Writers Podcast, available on iHeartRadio and wherever you listen to podcasts. In this edition of NHL Soundbites, these are the top quotes from players and coaches following
Pittsburgh Penguins winger Kasperi Kapanen has found his name in the rumor mill as he battles through an up and down season. He’s a pending restricted free agent along with several other Penguins who need new contracts, including some big-name unrestricted free agents. It’s likely the team listens to any offers on the 25-year-old before