Pittsburgh Penguins News, Updates & Highlights
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Sidney Crosby Signs Two-Year Extension with Pittsburgh Penguins, Ensuring NHL Future
Monday, Sep 16th, 2024
Sidney Crosby signs a two-year, $8.7M AAV extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The three-time Stanley Cup champ enters his 20th NHL season, securing his future with the team.
Sidney Crosby Anticipates Contract Extension, Stays Optimistic About Revamping Penguins
Monday, Sep 9th, 2024
Sidney Crosby plans to sign a contract extension with the Penguins soon, optimistic about the positive negotiations and aware of the challenges of retooling an aging core.
Tragic Loss in the Hockey World: Johnny Gaudreau and Brother Matthew Honored
Tuesday, Sep 3rd, 2024
Tributes pour in for NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew after their tragic suspected DUI accident. Donations support Matthew's pregnant widow as the hockey community mourns.
2024 U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Inductees: Celebrating Olympic Gold Medalists, NHL Legends, and Paralympic Champions
Thursday, Sep 5th, 2024
Five inductees, including Olympic hero Brianna Decker and ex-NHL stars Kevin Stevens and Matt Cullen, are set to enter the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in December.
NHL Schedule Highlights: Return of Stars, New Coaches, and Outdoor Showdowns
Tuesday, Jul 2nd, 2024
The NHL season brings back stars like Stamkos and Marchessault in Nashville, DeBrusk in Vancouver, plus coaches Ruff in Buffalo, Keefe in NJ, Berube in Toronto, and Bylsma in Seattle. Enjoy two outdoor games and a 12-day break for the 4 Nations Face-Off.
Utah Hockey Club Makes NHL Debut; Florida Panthers Celebrate Stanley Cup Win in Home Opener
Monday, Jul 1st, 2024
The Utah Hockey Club's first game is on Oct. 8 vs. the Chicago Blackhawks, marking the NHL debut in Salt Lake City. That night, the Panthers raise their banner before playing the Bruins.
Blues Deal Kevin Hayes to Penguins for Future Assets, Free Up Cap Space
Saturday, Jun 29th, 2024
The Blues traded Kevin Hayes and a 2nd-round pick to Pittsburgh for future considerations. Hayes, with two years left at $7.1M per season, cleared cap space for free agency.
Pittsburgh Penguins Re-Sign Alex Nedeljkovic, Bolstering Goaltending Duo
Thursday, Jun 20th, 2024
The Pittsburgh Penguins re-signed goalie Alex Nedeljkovic to a two-year deal at $2.5M annually. Last season, he went 18-7-7 with a 2.97 GAA in 38 games for the Penguins.
Pittsburgh Penguins Hire Ex-Sharks and Rangers Coach David Quinn as Assistant
Wednesday, Jun 12th, 2024
Penguins hire David Quinn, ex-Sharks and Rangers head coach, as assistant coach to manage the team's defense.
Mike Sullivan Appointed as U.S. Coach for 2026 Milan Olympics: Aiming for Gold with Team USA
Saturday, May 18th, 2024
Mike Sullivan, Penguins coach, to lead the U.S. at the 2026 Milan Olympics & Four Nations next year. NHL stars to return to Olympic ice in Milan & France.
Pittsburgh Penguins' Letang, Ludvig, Nieto on the Mend Following Surgical Procedures
Wednesday, May 15th, 2024
Penguins' Letang (finger) out 8 wks; Ludvig (wrist) 4-6 mths; Nieto (knee) 6-7 mths, all post-surgery.
Pittsburgh Penguins Dismiss Assistant Coach Todd Reirden Following Playoff Miss
Friday, May 3rd, 2024
Pittsburgh Penguins dismiss assistant coach Todd Reirden following a missed playoffs season and a faltering power play.
NHL Official Steve Kozari Returns to Ice, Officiates Stanley Cup Playoff Game After Major Collision
Monday, Apr 22nd, 2024
Ref Steve Kozari, hurt in April after a clash with Haydn Fleury, officiated his 137th Stanley Cup game on Sunday: Canucks' 4-2 win vs Predators.
Game Summary: Islanders Clinch Playoff Spot with 5-4 Victory Over Penguins in Season Closer
Wednesday, Apr 17th, 2024
Islanders beat Penguins 5-4; Holmstrom scores key goal. Sorokin saves 39 shots, blocks Crosby's penalty shot. Islanders to face Carolina in playoffs, Penguins out again.
Pittsburgh Penguins Face Off Against the Islanders in a Metropolitan Division Showdown
Tuesday, Apr 16th, 2024
NY Islanders vs. Pittsburgh Penguins: Islanders aim for 5th home win, sitting 3rd in division. Penguins, 5th, target victory. Watch for Palmieri & Malkin.
Pittsburgh Penguins Keep Playoff Aspirations Alive With a 4-2 Win Against Nashville Predators
Monday, Apr 15th, 2024
Penguins beat Predators 4-2, Crosby scores 42nd goal in 11-game unbeaten streak. Remain 1 point behind in wild card race with 1 game left.
Nashville Predators vs. Pittsburgh Penguins: Game Preview, Statistical Insights, and Health Report Updates
Sunday, Apr 14th, 2024
Predators vs Penguins clash Monday in Pittsburgh. Nashville, 4th in Central with 47 wins, faces Metropolitan's 6th, Pittsburgh (37 wins). Top scorers: Malkin (PIT) 64pts, Forsberg (NSH) 93pts.
Marchand's Short-Handed Goal Leads Bruins to 6-4 Victory Over Penguins with Explosive Second Period
Saturday, Apr 13th, 2024
Brad Marchand led the Bruins' 6-4 win over the Penguins with a short-handed goal in a 4-goal spree. Zacha, DeBrusk, Shattenkirk, Heinen, and Geekie scored too.
Bruins vs. Penguins Matchup: NHL Game Summary, Statistics, Injury Updates, and Pre-Game Analysis
Friday, Apr 12th, 2024
Bruins (46-18-15) vs Penguins (37-30-12) Sat. 8 p.m. EDT. Bruins lead series 2-0. Pastrnak: 47G, 60A; Crosby: 41G, 48A.
Penguins Secure Overtime Victory as Sidney Crosby Achieves 1,000th Assist and Rises to 10th in All-Time NHL Scoring
Thursday, Apr 11th, 2024
Sidney Crosby, Penguins captain, became the 14th NHL player with 1,000 assists in a 6-5 OT win vs. Red Wings, boosting the team into the playoff race.
Karlsson's Overtime Goal Propels Penguins into Playoffs, Crosby Achieves 1,000 Assists Milestone
Thursday, Apr 11th, 2024
Karlsson's OT goal gave the Penguins a 6-5 win against the Red Wings, stretching their streak to 10 and securing the 2nd wild-card spot. Crosby hit 1,000 assists.
NHLPA Poll Crowns Sidney Crosby as the Most Complete Player; McDavid Leads in Player Favoritism
Wednesday, Apr 10th, 2024
Sidney Crosby named NHL's most complete player again in NHLPA poll, securing 38.4% votes. He's won annually for 5 years.
Penguins Welcome Red Wings in Crucial Playoff Positioning Clash
Wednesday, Apr 10th, 2024
Penguins aim to stretch their 4-game home win streak against Red Wings. Pittsburgh is 21-13-4 at home; Detroit is 16-19-3 away. Malkin (63 pts) and Raymond (64 pts) lead.
Matthews Nets 65th Goal as Toronto Maple Leafs Claim Overtime Win Over Pittsburgh Penguins, Thanks to McCabe's OT Brilliance
Monday, Apr 8th, 2024
Jake McCabe's OT goal led the Maple Leafs to a 3-2 win over the Penguins. Matthews scored his 65th of the season. Leafs clinched playoffs; Penguins fight back.
High-Stakes NHL Showdown: Maple Leafs Face Penguins' Challenge for Eastern Dominance
Sunday, Apr 7th, 2024
Pittsburgh Penguins (36-30-11) battle Toronto Maple Leafs (44-23-9) at 7pm EDT. Toronto leads season series 2-0, won last 7-0. Matthews tops Toronto; Crosby leads Penguins.
Official Hurt During Penguins' 5-4 Victory Over Lightning, Taken to Hospital
Saturday, Apr 6th, 2024
Ref Steve Kozari stretchered off after hitting Lightning's Fleury. Kozari awake, set for recovery; Fleury out. Penguins beat Lightning 5-4, Bunting scores winner.
Bunting's Last-Minute Goal Ensures Playoff Berth as Penguins Clinch 5-4 Victory Over Lightning | NHL Summary | ESPN
Saturday, Apr 6th, 2024
Bunting's last-minute goal secures Penguins a 5-4 win against Lightning, pushing them into playoffs. Malkin nets 2, Crosby hits 40 goals, and Nedeljkovic saves 30.
Lightning Face Off Against Penguins in Crucial Atlantic Division Showdown
Friday, Apr 5th, 2024
Tampa Bay Lightning (43-26-7) face Pittsburgh Penguins (35-30-11) for the third time this season. Lightning won last, 3-1, with Paul scoring twice. Tampa is 8-1-1 in their last 10; Penguins are 6-2-2.
Pittsburgh Penguins Outshine Washington Capitals as Fresh Talent Emerges
Thursday, Apr 4th, 2024
Without Crosby and Malkin, the Penguins won 4-1 against the Capitals. Shea scored his 1st NHL goal, Nedjelkovic made 30 saves, and Bunting scored his 4th. They're close to playoffs.
Pittsburgh Penguins Clash with Washington Capitals in Thrilling Thursday Night Matchup
Wednesday, Apr 3rd, 2024
Penguins (34-30-11) vs. Capitals (36-28-10) Thu 7PM. Crosby (39G, 45A) led Pittsburgh's 6-3 win. Strome tops Washington with 26G, 36A.
Malkin and Crosby Spearhead Penguins' Comeback with Dual Goals Each in Five-Goal Third Period Rally
Tuesday, Apr 2nd, 2024
Malkin and Crosby scored 2 each in a 5-goal spree, lifting the Penguins to a 6-3 win over the Devils. Crosby hits 84 points, chasing Esposito's top 10.
Penguins Clash with Devils for Metro Division Points at Prudential Center
Tuesday, Apr 2nd, 2024
Penguins (33-30-11) vs. Devils (36-34-4) Tue, 7 p.m. EDT. After a 5-2 loss, Pittsburgh eyes victory. NJ aims to build on their 11-9-2 Metro play success.
Sidney Crosby Scores Twice as Pittsburgh Penguins Snap Rangers' Winning Streak with a 5-2 Victory
Monday, Apr 1st, 2024
Sidney Crosby's two goals and assist led the Penguins to a 5-2 win over the Rangers, ending NY's 5-game streak. Rust and Crosby's empty-netters secured the victory.
Rangers Welcome Penguins for Major Metropolitan Division Clash: Insights, Injury Updates, and Key Narratives
Sunday, Mar 31st, 2024
The NY Rangers (50-20-4) face the Pittsburgh Penguins (32-30-11) in a clash of streaks. Panarin leads the Rangers; Rust stands out for the Penguins.
Columbus Blue Jackets End Six-Game Losing Streak with Shootout Triumph Over Pittsburgh Penguins: Texier and Severson Secure the Win
Saturday, Mar 30th, 2024
Columbus Blue Jackets beat Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 in a shootout, rallying from a 3-1 deficit. Texier and Severson scored in shootout; Marchenko and Werenski also scored.
Pittsburgh Penguins Face Off Against Columbus Blue Jackets in Key Metropolitan Division Clash
Friday, Mar 29th, 2024
Pens (32-30-10) battle Blue Jackets (23-38-12) in Columbus on Sat, 7pm EDT. Last clash won by Pittsburgh 3-2, Malkin netted 2.
NHL Summary: Malkin Leads Penguins to Win While His Parents Watch from the Stands
Thursday, Mar 28th, 2024
Malkin hit 20 goals for the 15th year, scoring twice in the Penguins' 3-2 win over the Blue Jackets. His parents watched from the stands. O'Connor clinched the win.
Blue Jackets Seek to Halt Skid in Division Showdown With Penguins
Wednesday, Mar 27th, 2024
Blue Jackets (23-37-12) face Penguins (31-30-10) aiming to snap a 5-game skid. Pittsburgh leads season series 2-0. Stars: Crosby (35G, 41A), Gaudreau (11G, 43A).
Penguins Overshadow Guentzel's Comeback, Crosby Achieves 15th Season with 40 Assists in 4-1 Victory
Tuesday, Mar 26th, 2024
Penguins beat Hurricanes 4-1, ruining Guentzel's return with Crosby's goal & assist. End of Pittsburgh's 3-game loss streak & Carolina's 7-game point run.
Recovered Jaromir Jagr Bobbleheads Set for Return to PPG Paints Arena
Monday, Mar 25th, 2024
Recovered Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads found in CA warehouse; fans to receive them at next games.
Carolina Hurricanes Clash with Pittsburgh Penguins in a Fight for Playoff Spot in the Metropolitan Rivalry
Monday, Mar 25th, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes (45-20-7) battle Pittsburgh Penguins (30-30-10) in Pittsburgh. Hurricanes aim to continue their 8-1-1 streak; Penguins want to end a 3-game skid. Top scorers: Aho (Carolina) and Karlsson (Pittsburgh).
Avalanche Overcome 4-Goal Shortfall, Drouin Nets Overtime Winner Versus Penguins
Sunday, Mar 24th, 2024
Avalanche topped Penguins 5-4 in OT for their 9th straight win. Drouin scored the winner at 54 seconds in OT. MacKinnon set a record; team's 25th comeback win.
Avalanche Seek Ninth Consecutive Victory in Key Division Battle with Penguins
Saturday, Mar 23rd, 2024
Avalanche, 1st place, host lowly Penguins. Last meet: Pens won 4-0. MacKinnon: 43G, 76A for Colorado; Malkin: 19G, 34A for Pens. Avs won 8 straight, Pens lost 6 of 10.
Dallas Stars Continue Home Winning Streak, Beating Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2
Friday, Mar 22nd, 2024
Jamie Benn netted 2 goals, leading the Stars to a 4-2 victory over the Penguins, extending his streak to 3 games. Dallas now ties with Colorado at 95 points.
NHL Tonight: Stars in Playoff Contention Welcome Faltering Penguins for Crucial Division Matchup
Thursday, Mar 21st, 2024
Pittsburgh Penguins, on a 6-game slide, face Dallas Stars (42-19-9, 3rd in Central). Penguins (30-29-9, 7th in Metropolitan) eye a win. Duchene (Stars: 23G, 36A) vs. Karlsson (Penguins: 8G, 38A).
Devils Triumph Over Penguins With a 5-2 Victory, Meier Nets Dual Goals in Commanding Performance
Tuesday, Mar 19th, 2024
Allen and Meier shine as the Devils beat Penguins 5-2. Meier and Mercer score twice each, with Allen saving 36 shots. Pettersson and Rust score for Penguins.
Hockey World Mourns: Former NHL Player Konstantin Koltsov, Partner of Aryna Sabalenka, Passes Away in Suspected Suicide
Tuesday, Mar 19th, 2024
NHL's Konstantin Koltsov's death confirmed as suicide. Aryna Sabalenka, his GF, will play in Miami Open.
NHL Showdown: Penguins Seek to Break Losing Streak Against Devils in Metropolitan Division Matchup
Monday, Mar 18th, 2024
Penguins, on a 5-game losing streak, clash with Devils in a Metro Division game. Despite a recent loss, they rely on Crosby & Smith to bounce back. Devils seek to continue their playoff push.
Crosby's Monumental Goal Leads Penguins to Victory Over Red Wings, Narrows Eastern Conference Gap
Sunday, Mar 17th, 2024
Crosby matched Gretzky's 7th-most franchise goals, aiding the Penguins' 6-3 win over the Red Wings. Crosby and 3 others scored, boosting playoff chances.
Detroit Seeks to End Losing Streak Against Pittsburgh in Red Wings vs. Penguins Clash
Sunday, Mar 17th, 2024
Penguins (29-28-9) face the Red Wings (34-27-6) in a playoff clash. Pittsburgh seeks to halt Detroit's 4-game slide after a 6-3 loss. Larkin & Karlsson star.
Panarin Leads Rangers to Overwhelming 7-4 Victory Against Penguins, Securing Third Consecutive Season with 90 Points
Saturday, Mar 16th, 2024
Artemi Panarin led the Rangers past the Penguins 7-4 with 2 goals, 3 assists, hitting 500 career assists & 93 season points, a franchise first. Penguins risk playoff miss again.
NHL Face-Off: Rangers Seek to Maintain Supremacy Against Penguins in Division Rivalry Match
Friday, Mar 15th, 2024
Penguins (29-27-9) face Rangers (43-19-4) in a Metro Division clash. Rangers lead season series, last win 1-0. Top scorers: PIT's Karlsson (8G, 37A), NYR's Panarin (36G, 51A).
Penguins Fans Disappointed as Jagr Bobblehead Night Spoiled by Theft of Shipment
Thursday, Mar 14th, 2024
Penguins' Jagr bobblehead night hit a snag as the shipment was stolen. Fans will get vouchers to claim their dolls once available or replaced.
San Jose Sharks Seek to Halt Losing Streak in Match Against Pittsburgh Penguins
Wednesday, Mar 13th, 2024
Sharks vs Penguins, Thu 7pm EDT. Pittsburgh (28-27-9) beat San Jose (16-41-7) 10-2 before. Stars: Rust (18G, 18A), Eklund (10G, 20A).
Senators End Losing Streak by Claiming Overtime Win Against Penguins
Tuesday, Mar 12th, 2024
Ottawa Senators end losing streak with OT victory against Penguins, thanks to Drake Batherson's winner. Penguins' 7th loss in 8 games.
Pittsburgh Penguins Aim to Deepen Ottawa Senators' Losing Streak in Seventh-Place Showdown
Monday, Mar 11th, 2024
Struggling Ottawa Senators, on a 7-game losing streak, battle the erratic Pittsburgh Penguins (28-27-8). Senators, with stars Giroux and Batherson, face Penguins led by Karlsson and Rakell. This season's third clash, Senators won the last in OT.
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