Who Ya Gonna Call?

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday July 6, 2009

In this article we will take a look at the players to whom Ray Shero should consider placing a call. We will look at the defensemen and goalies, as these are the areas of need for the Penguins. These players may not be the cream of the crop, but they are options. In fact, none of the players mentioned inside made more than $1M last year.

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Penguins' Offseason: The Big Issues (Part 4 of 4) - Backup Goalie

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 22, 2009

In part four of four, we look at potential backups for Marc-Andre Fleury.

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Penguins' Offseason: The Big Issues (Part 3 of 4) - Fourth Line

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 22, 2009

In part three of four, we take a look at the now depleted fourth line.

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Penguins' Offseason: The Big Issues (Part 2 of 4) - Defense

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 22, 2009

In part two of four, we consider the problems that may arise with the Penguins’ defense.

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Penguins' Offseason: The Big Issues (Part 1 of 4) - Top 6 Wingers

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 22, 2009

In part one of a four part series, we take a look at potential top six winger next year for the Penguins.

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Ten Names that Ray Shero Should Have on His List

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Saturday January 31, 2009

With the NHL Trade Deadline little more than a month away, GM Ray Shero is likely going to be busy trying to swing a deal that will improve the Penguins roster. This is a list of players with whom Shero should start. There is much potential on the trade market, but how much he is willing to give up is the question.

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Lovejoy Sent Down As Boucher Returns

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Thursday December 11, 2008

After a brief stint in the NHL, defenseman Ben Lovejoy is being returned to the AHL to make room for Philippe Boucher. Boucher returns from an undisclosed injury which kept him out for nearly two weeks.

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Pesonen Joins the Penguins in Buffalo

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Thursday November 27, 2008

According to PSI, the Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled Janne Pesonen from the WBS Penguins.

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Sydor Traded

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Sunday November 16, 2008

Daryl Sydor is no longer a Penguin. He returns to Dallas in an attempt to rejuvenate his career.

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Crosby Returns; Dupuis on IR

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Saturday November 1, 2008

After being hurt in Thursday’s 4-1 loss in Phoenix, Crosby was listed as day-to-day. He will return tonight, though.

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With or Without You

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Sunday August 24, 2008

The Pittsburgh Penguins are going to be without Defenseman Ryan Whitney for 3-5 months. Could this be good news for the Penguins? Let’s see how they fared with Whitney in the line-up versus when Whitney was out of the line-up.

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Goaltender Support

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Friday August 8, 2008

A goaltender is a very important part of giving the team an opportunity to win. However, if the goalie does not get any offensive support from his team, then it does not matter how well he plays. Therefore, we are going to look at the goalies with the best +/- from last season.

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Player-By-Player Analysis - Goaltenders

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Friday August 8, 2008

The final part in a four part series which takes a look at each player that we may potentially see on the Penguins’ roster in the upcoming season.

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Player-By-Player Analysis - Defensemen

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday August 6, 2008

Part three in a four part series which takes a look at each player that we may potentially see on the Penguins’ roster in the upcoming season.

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Groundbreaking Set for August 14

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday August 6, 2008

The Penguins plan to break ground on their new arena on August 14. Take a peek inside to see some more information about the ceremony.

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Player-By-Player Analysis - Wingers

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday August 4, 2008

Part two in a four part series which takes a look at each player that we may potentially see on the Penguins’ roster in the upcoming season.

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Player-By-Player Analysis - Centers

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Sunday August 3, 2008

Part one in a four part series which takes a look at each player that we may potentially see on the Penguins’ roster in the upcoming season.

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Where is the Muscle?

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Saturday July 5, 2008

The Penguins have done well to replace those that they have lost so far this off-season. However, with the losses of Malone, Ruutu, Roberts, and Laraque, the team lacks a physical presence. Eric Godard remains the only winger that was signed to replace some of that physicality. Who could the Penguins turn to as enforcers? Here is a list of all the available enforcers left on the market.

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Satan, Fleury Happy To Be In Pittsburgh

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Friday July 4, 2008

The Penguins made some good moves yesterday to sure up their line-up for next season. Ruslan Fedotenko and Miroslav Satan were added to the roster, and Marc-Andre Fleury was signed long-term. Dave Molinari of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports on the players’, agents’, and GM’s reactions to the signings.

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Pens Add 2 Ex-Islanders; Re-sign Fleury

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Thursday July 3, 2008

The Penguins added two free-agent wingers today and re-signed their starting goaltender. Marc-Andre Fleury was locked up for seven years. The deal is believed to be work $35 million. They also signed one year deals with two wingers, Miroslav Satan and Ruslan Fedotenko. Satan will receive $3.5 million; Fedotenko will receive $2.5 million.

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It's Getting A Little Crowded Here

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday July 2, 2008

Upon reading of the resigning of Brooks Orpik, I began wondering what the blue line would look like next year. We have 8 NHL caliber defensemen and one on the fringe. Many would agree that Sydor is one of the defensemen who will be pushed off the game roster. Who else goes though?

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Hossa Explains His Decision

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Wednesday July 2, 2008

Against the thought of many, money was not the number one priority for Marian Hossa. The Stanley Cup was, however. But why choose Detroit over Pittsburgh?

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Ruutu Hopes to Return

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 30, 2008

Jarkko Ruutu tells the Post Gazette’s Dave Molinari that “Pittsburgh is a great team and, hopefully, we can work something out.”

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Rule Changes Approved by NHL

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Wednesday June 18, 2008

TSN.ca is reporting that the NHL has approved three rule changes. The rule changes pertain to faceoffs and icing.

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Malone to Test Market

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Tuesday June 17, 2008

It has been rumored recently that the Pittsburgh Penguins may trade their negotiating rights with Ryan Malone. However, Malone likely put an end to that rumor.

UPDATE: Malone explains his decision to the Columbus Dispatch.

UPDATE 2: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette also confirms that Malone will test the free agency market.

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Malkin Dismisses Rumors

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Friday June 13, 2008

Evgeni Malkin has been rumored to desire a contract exceeding team captain Sidney Crosby’s $8.7 Million/year deal. However, it appears Malkin may be easier to sign than has been reported.

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Therrien Will Not Affect Orpik's Decision

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Saturday June 7, 2008

It has long been speculated that Brooks Orpik and Michel Therrien did not get along. This caused many fans and media members to believe that Orpik would not be returning to Pittsburgh next year. Combine that with Orpik’s play during the Penguins’ late season surge (especially his four-hit-in-fifteen-seconds shift in the finals) and Orpik looked as good as gone. His stock rose drastically because of his play late in the season and in the playoffs. However, Orpik gives hope to fans of the Pittsburgh Penguins that he may yet return.

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Hossa Wants to Stay

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Saturday June 7, 2008

For the first time, Marian Hossa has given us some indication of what may come during this off-season. Many have felt that Hossa would command top dollar and go to the highest bidder. However, Hossa explained that that was not necessarily the case.

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Penguin Roundup - June 4

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Wednesday June 4, 2008

News and notes from the Pittsburgh Penguins on gameday. Malone and Gonchar are both probable. Sykora did not really mean to call his shot. Alex Goligoski is returned to WBS Penguins. Mellon Arena news.

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Penguin Roundup - June 2

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Monday June 2, 2008

News and notes from the Pittsburgh Penguins on the day of Game 5. Michel Therrien discusses his players ice time. Hossa is a leader on and off the ice. Goligoski gets his call to the big stage.

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Go-Go Gets the Call

Justin Maffei | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 2, 2008

Alex Goligoski gets recalled by the Penguins for Game 5.

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Penguins Roundup - June 1

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Sunday June 1, 2008

News and notes from a frustrated Pittsburgh Penguins club. Center Jordan Staal was injured in Game 4, but will he play in Game 5? Malkin inconsolable after loss. Talbot sticks up for Malkin, but shows his frustration.

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Penguin Roundup - May 31st

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Saturday May 31, 2008

News and notes from the Pittsburgh Penguins on the morning of Game 4. Letang loses his best friend. Sydor to remain on blueline. Roberts faces reality. Penguins question Holmstrom’s ability to stay on his feet.

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Penguins Roundup - May 30

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Friday May 30, 2008

News and notes from your Pittsburgh Penguins. Game 5 to be shown at Mellon Arena. Brooks Orpik’s thoughts on his “shift of insanity.”

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Penguins Roundup - May 28

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Wednesday May 28, 2008

On gameday there is much news and notes coming out of the ‘Burgh. Sydor returns to the ice as Letang rides the pine. Crosby and Malkin to be skating on the same line? Whiteouts planned for Games 3 and 4. Colby Armstrong returns to Pittsburgh.

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Penguins Roundup - May 27

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Tuesday May 27, 2008

Down 2-0, what is going on in the Penguins locker room? Therrien thinks the Wings are cheating. Malone is nursing a broken nose. Laraque is upset at being a healthy scratch for the first time this season. Is Osgood diving?

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Penguins Roundup - May 26

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Monday May 26, 2008

On the morning of Game Two, there is some important news coming out of Pittsburgh. Roberts is in, but who is out? Why is Malkin struggling? Pascal Dupuis is removed from the Crosby/Hossa line.

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Penguins Roundup - May 25

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Sunday May 25, 2008

After a 4-0 loss in Game One, there was much news around the Pittsburgh Penguins. What were the team’s feelings about the loss? Was opening Mellon Arena a good idea? Any updates on Roberts? Did Fleury really just fall on his face? New lines for Game 2.

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Penguins Roundup - May 24

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Saturday May 24, 2008

On the day of Game One of the Stanley Cup Finals, we look at happenings in and around the Pittsburgh Penguins. The potential line-up, a recap of the rally in Market Square, and some propaganda are all included in the article.

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Penguins Roundup - May 23rd

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Friday May 23, 2008

A round up of today’s news surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins. Will Gary Roberts be healthy enough to play in Game One? Mellon Arena welcomes fans for Games One and Two.

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