Penguins Depth Chart

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Thursday July 3, 2008

Finally some wingers!

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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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Update On Hossa, Jagr And More

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday July 2, 2008

The latest news on Marian Hossa, Jaromir Jagr and other Penguin-related players.

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Sportsnet: Penguins Offer Jagr Contract

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Tuesday July 1, 2008

Could he be returning to where it all began?

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Hossa Hasn't Rejected Contract

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Tuesday July 1, 2008

The latest on Marian Hossa, Brooks Orpik and several role players.

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Russo: Rolston Could Become Penguin

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 30, 2008

One reporter out of Minnessota feels veteran forward Brian Rolston could have Pittsburgh on his short list of possible destinations once free agency begins tomorrow afternoon.

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Report: Malkin Close To Signing

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 30, 2008

Free agency is over 14 hours away, and indications are that the first move by the Pittsburgh Penguins could be to sign Evgeni Malkin to a long-term contract. Also, Marian Hossa’s contract offer reportedly will not be sweetened by GM Ray Shero

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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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Contract Talks Continue Between Pens and Orpik

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Thursday June 26, 2008

While there is no word whether a contract has been offered to Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik, an ongoing dialogue apparently is taking place between the two parties.

Update: The PG is reporting Orpik has declined the initial offer.

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Penguins To Offer Contract To Orpik

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday June 25, 2008

The Tribune-Review is reporting Penguins GM Ray Shero is expected to make a contract offer to defenseman Brooks Orpik today.

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Shero's Rose In Full Bloom

Mike Adams | Pittsburgh Penguins

Tuesday June 24, 2008

Last October, I wrote a blog asking, Is the Bloom Off Ray Shero’s Rose?. Today, I answer emphatically, no, it is not.

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Gary Roberts To Leave Pittsburgh

Jesse Marshall | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 23, 2008

Gary Roberts will return to the NHL next year, but it won’t be for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Click here for the story.

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The Penguins/Lightning Comparison

Mike Adams | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 23, 2008

Many people are comparing the Penguins of today to the Tampa Bay Lightning of 2003-04, and coming to the conclusion that the Pens would be better off not following the Lightning model. While I agree that you don’t want to descend into oblivion like the Lightning did, I disagree with the reason most people cite for their fall from grace.

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Marian Hossa Will Test Free Agent Market

Jesse Marshall | Pittsburgh Penguins

Saturday June 21, 2008

According to RDS and the Trib, Marian Hossa will test free agency.

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Malkin's Agent Has Mixed Feelings Over Salary Comments

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Thursday June 19, 2008

Evgeni Malkin’s suggestion that he would be happy with Sidney Crosby-like money initially shocked his agent.

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Hossa's Agent: Contract Reports "Completely Inaccurate"

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday June 18, 2008

Apparently the rumored seven year, $50 million contract is not on the table.

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Would you trade a down season or two for a dynasty?

Ben Schmidt | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday June 18, 2008

Is it really possible to build a dynasty in the Salary Cap Era?

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Wanted: Left Wing(s) For Crosby or Malkin

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday June 18, 2008

Yesterday’s news that Ryan Malone will test the free agent market appears to be a solid indication that his tenure as a Pittsburgh Penguin has come to an end.

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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 Didn't Disappear Upon Sid's Return

Andrew Chiappazzi | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 16, 2008

A quick look at the statistics counter the recent argument that superstar Evgeni Malkin disappeared when Sidney Crosby was in the lineup for the Penguins.

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How Realistic Is A Malone Trade?

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 16, 2008

“It’s all up to Pittsburgh Penguins winger Marian Hossa now.”

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Penguins Plan To Retain Hossa

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Friday June 13, 2008

Rob Rossi has confirmed an initial KDKA television report that the Penguins have placed Marian Hossa at the top of their priority list, plus Brooks Orpik supposedly is willing to take a pay cut in return for a long-term contract.

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Penguins File For Arbitration With Fleury

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Friday June 13, 2008

“The Pittsburgh Penguins have elected to file for salary arbitration with goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury, it was announced today by Executive Vice President and General Manager Ray Shero.”

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Malone To Columbus Rumor Update

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Friday June 13, 2008

Rumors continue to circulate that Ryan Malone has played his last game for the Penguins, as Aaron Portzline reports the Penguins have made an initial offer to the Blue Jackets to trade the power forward.

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Fleury Close Re-Signing, Staal Questionable

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Friday June 13, 2008

Marc-Andre Fleury suggests there likely won’t be any snags in his contract negotiations, while indications are that Marian Hossa will stay in Pittsburgh. Interestingly, though, Jordan Staal isn’t as happy with his role on the team as some might think.

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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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Rumors Link Penguins To Blue Jackets

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday June 11, 2008

There has plenty of talk going on regarding the situation with the potential unrestricted free agents in Pittsburgh, but this morning, things really seem to be heating up – and in a way not many thought might happen so soon.

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Did Fleury Melt In The Heat Of The Finals?

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Tuesday June 10, 2008

arc-Andre Fleury’s playoff performance this season elevated his status from goalie of the future to goalie of the present, but his play in the Stanley Cup Finals was far from what many were expecting – despite an unbelievable performance in Game Five.

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Talbot Puts An End To Therrien Rumors

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Tuesday June 10, 2008

As if anyone put much stock into them, Penguins forward Max Talbot shot down the notion that coach Michel Therrien has created a rift between himself and his players.

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What Is GM Shero To Do?

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday June 9, 2008

With nearly a week separating us from the Stanley Cup, and just over three weeks until the start of free agency, July 1, it’s time to examine the Pittsburgh Penguins with an eye for what general manager Ray Shero should do.

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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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If Orpik Leaves

Mike Adams | Pittsburgh Penguins

Friday June 6, 2008

I suspect Brooks Orpik has played his last game for the Pens. There are too many stories out there about his dislike of Mike Therrien, and he stands to get a huge payday. My guess is somebody is going to offer him more than Shero is willing to pay (a la Scott Hannan, Jay McKee, and we know how those turned out). So, operating on that assumption, what does Shero do?

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Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Mike Wilson | Pittsburgh Penguins

Thursday June 5, 2008

That is the question running through the minds of certain Penguins after dropping the Stanley Cup. But who will answer “Yes” and who will answer “No”? Inside…

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Milbury Suggests Malkin To Return To Russia

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Thursday June 5, 2008

Last night, after the game, Mike Milbury suggested that the Penguins’ time was now, and that the future isn’t as bright as some suggest.

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...And The Injury List Grows

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Thursday June 5, 2008

It was rather clear to anyone watching the Stanley Cup Finals that several players just didn’t seem right. As the hours and days pass, the real story behind the injuries will be unveiled.

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Thank You Penguins!

Matt Bodenschatz | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday June 4, 2008

What a season it has been!

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Detroit Wins Game, Series, and the Stanley Cup

Jonathan Farzalo | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday June 4, 2008

Detroit won game 6, the series, and the Stanley Cup.

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Stanley Cup Finals Game 6 Preview: Red Wings @ Penguins

Jesse Marshall | Pittsburgh Penguins

Wednesday June 4, 2008

It’s a 2 game season for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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The Penguins true enemy

Mike Wilson | Pittsburgh Penguins

Tuesday June 3, 2008

We all know the Penguins have gained many enemies in these Stanley Cup finals, but who is public enemy number one and why? The answer might surprise you…

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