Penguins Sign G Eric Hartzell; Piece Together Future Goaltending Plan

By Brian Schaich; Tuesday April 16, 2013

The Penguins have signed NCAA goaltender Eric Hartzell to a short one-year contract. Ray Shero’s plan for the future of goaltending in this organization is a little bit clearer today.

It's All On Dan Bylsma Now

By Brian Schaich; Thursday March 28, 2013

Ray Shero’s blockbuster trades this week have set the expectation for this franchise. The pressure is on the men in the dressing room to see it through.

Penguins Acquire Brenden Morrow

By Brian Schaich; Monday March 25, 2013

The search for a gritty veteran forward has ended. The Penguins swap Morrows, bringing in the former Dallas Stars captain as they gear up for a long playoff run.

Trade Targets: Brenden Morrow

By Brian Schaich; Saturday February 23, 2013

Trade Targets: Brian explores the pros and cons of acquiring various players from around the NHL. Today: Dallas Stars captain Brenden Morrow

Trade Targets: Devin Setoguchi

By Brian Schaich; Saturday February 16, 2013

Trade Targets: Brian explores the pros and cons of acquiring various players from around the NHL. In the first installment: Devin Setoguchi, who has been the subject of some chatter among fans lately.

Wilkes-Barre Defense Survives And Thrives With Smaller Squad

By Brian Schaich; Wednesday January 23, 2013

When the Pittsburgh Penguins opened training camp, their Wilkes-Barre counterparts lost five of their best players. They haven’t lost a game since. Wait, what?

Who's Coming Up To Pittsburgh?

By Brian Schaich; Sunday January 6, 2013

The AHL is often used as a sort of reserve roster for the NHL. When a player gets hurt, you bring up a replacement. With the NHL coming back, who are the Penguins going to call up?

Eric Tangradi: A Bust At Age 23?

By Brian Schaich; Wednesday January 2, 2013

Many Penguins fans seem to think Eric Tangradi is either a colossal bust or a future superstar. What might his future truly hold?

Steve MacIntyre's Place In Hockey

By Brian Schaich; Saturday December 22, 2012

Many Penguins fans despised the signing of the truculent Steve MacIntyre, even on a two-way contract. Mac has value beyond simply punching faces, though…

AHL Veterans Carrying the Load in Wilkes-Barre

By Brian Schaich; Sunday December 2, 2012

The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins are back in contention in their division. Who’s getting it done?

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins: Snakebitten and Winless

By Brian Schaich; Tuesday October 23, 2012

A brief update on the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, who are a very undeserved 0-4 on the season.

Introducing Your Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins Defense!

By Brian Schaich; Thursday October 11, 2012

Faceoff-Factor’s newest writer, Brian, previews the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins’ defensive corps for the upcoming season.

Introducing Your Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins Forwards!

By Brian Schaich; Wednesday October 10, 2012

Faceoff-Factor’s newest writer, Brian, previews the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins’ collection of forwards for the upcoming season.