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PensHead Daily Links 01-11-2012

Wednesday, January 11th, 2012

Pens coach: Sidney Crosby set to resume skating (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby is ready to resume skating. Coach Dan Bylsma said before Pittsburgh’s game at the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night that Crosby will skate when he joins the team on its current road trip. That includes visits to the Panthers on Friday and the Lightning on Sunday. … Visit link

Pens-Caps In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
6:00 PM: Tonight marks the official beginning of the second half of the season for the Pens, which is fitting because the team could really, really use a fresh start right now. It’s time for them to turn the page on the five-game losing strea… … Read this article

Pens captain Crosby to skate this week Source: Tribune-Review
Little news has come forward regarding Sidney Crosby, other than an update from coach Dan Bylsma two weeks ago that Crosby was still having concussion-like symptoms. … More

GAME DAY BUZZ: Crosby to begin skating; Despres out 2-4 weeks; Jeffrey set to return vs Caps Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Game Day Buzz Pittsburgh Penguins (21-16-4, 46 pts) @ Washington Capitals (21-17-2, 44 pts) CROSBY TO BEGIN SKATING: Head coach Dan Bylsma announced at his 5:30 pre-game media session that Sidney Crosby will join the team in Washington tonight and begin skating on his own in Florida this week. Bylsma yesterday indicated that Crosby was … More

Bylsma: Crosby to join Pens on road trip (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
WASHINGTON – Sidney Crosby is taking the first step in another return to the NHL. … More here

Crosby to join Penguins on current road trip Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Center Sidney Crosby, who is recovering from a concussion, will join the Penguins on their current road trip, according to coach Dan Bylsma. … The rest is here

Penguins at Capitals – 01-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from wet and dreary Washington D.C. It’s in the 40s and the rain is coming in sideways. An ugly day. … More

Gameday 42 – Capitals Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (21-16-4) @ Washington Capitals (21-17-2) 7:30 pm/et TV: NBCSN , TSN2 Verizon Center – Washington, DC Crosby is out. Letang is out. Staal is out. … More here

Crosby to Skate on His Own Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens coach Dan Bylsma announced that center Sidney Crosby will join the team in Washington Wednesday night and will skate during a two-game road trip in Florida. “Tonight, Sidney Crosby will be joining us on the road trip,” Bylsm… … Link

Penguins make three roster moves Source: Tribune-Review
Enforcer Steve MacIntyre has been placed on waivers, injured defenseman Simon Despres has been placed on the injured reserve list and forward Dustin Jeffrey has been removed from the injured reserve list. … More here

Leave Sidney ALONE!!!!!!!! Source: The Pensblog
I'm going to wear that graphic out. Yes, I'm going to use “I” in this post because this is only my opinion. I hate the usage of the word “I” in posts but saying “we” at this point would be incorrect as this isn't the general opinion of the writers at this blog. … See the rest here

Penguins’ defenseman Despres onto IR; forward Jeffrey off Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Penguins have removed forward Dustin Jeffrey from the injured-reserve list and put defenseman Simon Despres on it. … View post

Mark Madden goes off on Penguins, Crosby Source: The Pensblog
We've had our own personal battle with Madden. It is well documented.But regardless of that Madden is still center ice in this town when it comes to situations like these. Last night, Madden, at Dan Bylsma's postgame press conference asked Bylsma flat out about Sid … See the article here

Pittsburgh Penguins & Washington Capitals Line Combinations Source: The Pensblog
Things feel a little more subdued than the standard lead up to a Capitals/Penguins game. That's probably because it's a battle for eighth place between two struggling and injured teams. TONIGHT ON NBC SPORTS NETWORK!!! Pittsburgh Penguins Lines from Empty Netters … View post

Video: Miller Lite 2 Minute Power Play Source: penguins.nhl.com
Three lucky fans get to jump start their holiday with a 2 minute shopping spree at PensGear. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner Game: Dan Bylsma Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma before tonight’s matchup against the Washington Capitals. … Click here to view video

STATS: MacIntyre fell well short of the "Bonvie Line" Source: The Pensblog
via @kevinbzimmerman MacIntyre ended up well short of longest tenure by Penguin (not a goalie) w/out scoring a point; Dennis Bonvie , 31gp , 0-0-0-80pim Call it the Bonvie line. Here were “Big Mac's stats” Hard to accurately describe how big of a waste Steve MacIntyre was … View post

Puck Daddy’s 2012 NHL All-Star Game selections (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
On “Marek Vs. Wyshynski”, we asked your opinions on the NHL All-Star Game; specifically, how you view the midseason classic’s purpose. Should it be a fantasy hockey league come to life … Go here to read the rest

Pens place left winger MacIntyre on waivers Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. … Follow this link

Enforcer Steve MacIntyre placed on waivers Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins this afternoon have placed enforcer Steve MacIntyre on waivers. The 31 year old appeared in 10 games, collecting 0 points, 0 shots on goal,2 penalty minutes and averaging2:34 of ice. He never had to drop the gloves, earning nearlyhalf of his NHL contract,much morethan he would have earned in a full season … The rest is here

Steve MacIntyre on Waivers Source: The Pensblog
As per Bob MacKenzie on Twitter . Now we watch as not a single other team in the league has any interest in claiming him. … Excerpt from

About the Capitals – 01-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Capitals. When and where: 7:30 p.m., EST. … See the rest here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. … View video here

Well at least the re-development of the area around Consol is going okay….oh wait Source: The Pensblog
From the PG : A plan to convert two buildings across from the Consol Energy Center into a complex featuring a restaurant, rooftop lounge and loft apartments has fizzled out. The proposed developer, Blue Line Capital, has decided not to pursue the project, which would have been the first major redevelopment near Consol since it opened in 2010 … Read this article

Morning Pens Buzz: On Breakdowns vs Sens; Turnaround starts with committment to defense; Scouts take on Pens “finesse” role players Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Pens Buzz It was a meltdown for the Penguins Tuesday night, falling to the Ottawa Senators 5-1 on home ice, dropping their 5th straight game. The team was lifeless when it counted and by the time they showed some life after Evgeni Malkin’s second period goal, it was to late. The Penguins have scored … Excerpt from

4 Things to know about the Capitals: 1.11.12 Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. Click it for the breakdown. Uh actually lets just show the standings: Could be the last full day in the playoffs for a while … Continue reading here

RECAP: It’s always darkest befo– PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
It has been years since we've seen the Penguins on-ice product so terrible. It's easily the worst it has been since we started the blog, so it's a hard topic to attack.The only advice we can give?Enjoy it. Embrace the negativity. … More here


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Penguins finally get some good news on injury front Source: Tribune-Review
A bone in James Neal’s foot might have been broken, but fortunately for the Penguins, the injury likely happened and healed years ago. … Link

Senators send Penguins to fifth-straight loss Source: Tribune-Review
The worst homestand of the Dan Bylsma era concluded with a thud against Ottawa, as the Senators roared past the Penguins. … Go here to read the rest

Empty Netter Assists – 01-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Shelly Anderson’s recap from last night’s game . Simon Despres did not return after a “lower-body” injury in the first period … See more here

Some building collapsed outside of Consol last night Source: The Pensblog
Fifth ave is cursed apparently. WTAE.com with the best headline ever. … See the rest here

Tuesday’s Three Stars: Shutouts for Gustavsson, Blues’ Halak; Hat tricks for Stalberg, Ducks’ Koivu (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Saku Koivu, Anaheim Ducks Koivu scored a minute in and with a minute left (with a game-winner somewhere in there as well, whatever) to record his second career hat trick in the Ducks’ 5-2 win over the Continue reading … Continued here

Penguins’ Simon Despres injured in 5th loss in row Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins reached a couple of significant milestones Tuesday night in their 5-1 loss against the Ottawa Senators — the halfway point of the season and, if they are lucky, rock bottom. Certainly, the Penguins do not want to drop any lower than this: five losses in a row and hanging precariously onto the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference with 46 points. … View post

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Capitals Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (21-16-4) vs. … Link

Senators make quick work of slumping Penguins, 5-1 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Ottawa Senators are on such a roll that even one of their most spectacular goals of the season was met with little more than a shoulder shrug. Milan Michalek scored twice and Jason Spezza undressed Pittsburgh goalie Brent Johnson on a brilliant deke as the Senators thumped the slumping Penguins 5-1 on Tuesday night. … The rest is here

Pens – Sens Post Game Reactions: Pens imploding on the ice but players upbeat about turning things around with this current group Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Ottawa 5 – Pittsburgh 1 The Pittsburgh Penguins (21-16-4, 46 pts) losing streak has reached five games, suffering a 5-1 defeat at the hands of the Ottawa Senators on home ice. Milan Michalek scored twice and Senators goaltender Craig Anderson made 29 saves, leading Ottawa to victory. Jason Spezza, Bobby Butler and Chris Neil also … Visit link

Endgame: Senators 5, Penguins 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Stunned Pic Of The Night 1.10.12 Source: The Pensblog
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Penguins fall to Senators, 5-1 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins lost for the fifth game in a row, 5-1, against the Ottawa Senators tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Link

THIRD PERIOD: Everything sucks, 4-1 Source: The Pensblog
Whoops forgot to post this thread. … The rest is here

Henrik Samuelsson joins Edmonton Oil Kings after stint in Swedish league (The Edmonton Journal) Source: Yahoo Sports
Convinced he was better suited to the North American game, certain he was ready to make his own way, Henrik Samuelsson arrived at Rexall Place on Tuesday for his first practice with the Edmonton Oil Kings. He had been playing with Modo in the Swedish Elite League and wasnt far from the watchful eye of his father Ulf, the former NHL defenceman now coaching in his homeland. … Link

SECOND PERIOD: Senators all day, 2-0 Source: The Pensblog
YIKES … Read the rest here

Video: UPMC Spotlight: Chris Kunitz (1/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz is highlighted in the UPMC Penguins Spotlight for his all-around rugged play. … Watch video here

Video: Post Game: Matt Cooke (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke talks to reporters following Tuesday night’s game against Ottawa. … Video here

Video: Post Game: James Neal (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to reporters following Tuesday night’s loss against Ottawa. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media following Tuesday night’s loss against Ottawa. … See this video

Video: Scouting Report: Washington (1/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will attempt to break their recent loosing streak when they take on the Washington Capitals. Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details. … Video here

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PensHead Daily Links 01-07-2012

Saturday, January 7th, 2012

Pens – Rangers Fallout: MCL injury for Staal? Look ahead to Devils Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Staal Latest On a hit from Mike Rupp, Penguins center Jordan Staal suffered a left knee injury in the third period of last night’s 3-1 loss to the New York Rangers. Staal who was in severe pain, will miss tonight’s game vs the New Jersey and is fully expected to be out of the lineup … Follow this link

Gameday 40 – Devils Source: The Pensblog
New Jersey Devils (22-16-2) @Pittsburgh Penguins (21-14-4) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, MSG Plus Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA The Penguins and Devils are tied in points, but the Devils have a game in hand. The Penguins are only two points ahead of Washington who is in ninth place in the East. … Read this article

Devils at Penguins – 01-07-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from a carbon copy of of yesterday’s wonderful day weather wise. It’s in the high 50s, sunny and there isn’t a cloud in the sky. This is more of a late October day than it is an early January evening. … Read the rest here

Inaugural Mario Lemieux Camp a Success Source: penguins.nhl.com
For every Penguin fans across North America, it would have been a dream to skate alongside Mario Lemieux in a hockey game. Check out photos of camp participants and hockey’… … More

Bruins, Canucks get chippy; suspensions coming for Lucic, Marchand? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
There was no love lost between the Boston Bruins and Vancouver Canucks this afternoon in their rematch of the 2011 Stanley Cup Final that ended in a 4-3 win for the visitors. The opening four minutes of the game featured Continue reading … See the rest here

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins News and Notes: Jan. 7, 2012 Edition Source: Bleacher Report
After a brief hiatus in the last few weeks of 2011, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins News and Notes is back for the New Year and ready to keep you updated on the Pittsburgh Penguins ’ NHL team. In this edition, find out how the Penguins did to open 2012 and which players will be representing the team at the AHL All-Star Game at the end of January. Also, don’t forget to check out the Penguins’ upcoming schedule, which includes a trip to Canada. … See more here

Twenty Years Later: Kings 5, Penguins 2 – 01-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2011-12 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1991-92 season which led to the second … … Excerpt from

About the Devils – 01-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Devils. When and where: 7 p.m. … Visit link

Mt. Lebanon-Central Raise Money For Sciullo Scholarship in Charity Series Source: penguins.nhl.com
The family of fallen police officer Paul Sciullo II stood at center ice under the open night sky. Representatives of Mt … Follow this link

Warm Weather Doesn’t Deter Opening Game of PIHL Outdoor Charity Classic Source: penguins.nhl.com
The opening game of the PIHL High School Hockey Outdoor Charity Series pitted two of the top teams from Class A against each other in the cold of South Park’s outdoor rink in a benefit for the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute Resear… … Read more here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This installment of Nemacolin Big 5 features five questions with … Watch video here

Video: Iron Workers (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Iron Workers Building of a Champion takes a look at #18 James Neal. … Video here

Video: Tonight’s Matchup 1/7/12 vs. Devils Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins play their second game in a row against the New Jersey Devils for tonight’s match up (1/7/12). … Video here

Video: Lemieux Fantasy Camp (01/07/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mario Lemieux and many other former Pittsburgh Penguins held the first ever Lemiuex Fantasy Camp as a fundraiser for the Mario Lemieux Foundation. … View video here

The Importance Of Kris Letang Source: The Pensblog
Kris Letang was injured during the Pittsburgh Penguins game in Montreal on November 26, 2011 . He went on to score the winning goal that night, but he hasn't played a hockey game since. After all of the games were played on November 26, the Penguins were leading the Eastern Conference and the entire NHL in points with 32. … Visit link

Penn State’s Bill O’Brien receives 5 year deal base of $950k Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Details of Bill O’Brien’s contract have been released and it’s a five year deal with a $950,000 base salary. Incentives push the deal to $2.3 million per season … See the article here

Empty Netter Assists – 01-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -The NHLPA has rejected the NHL’s realignment plan which was scheduled to take affect starting next season . -EN Says: Welcome to the NHL Donald Fehr. With the CBA expiring this summer, NHLPA boss Donald Fehr is going to use anything, even something fair … … Link

Staal out for tonight’s game vs. Devils Source: Post Gazette
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma said today that the extent of the left knee injury center Jordan Staal sustained Friday night in a collision with the Rangers’ Mike Rupp has not been determined, but Staal is certainly out for tonight when New Jersey visits Consol Energy Center. … Follow this link

Game Day: Too Early to Tell on Staal Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Staal out, Bortuzzo demoted – 01-07-12 Source: Empty Netters
Another day. Another injury. Penguins forward Jordan Staal will not play tonight as a result of a knee injury (PG+) he suffered in a collision last night with Rangers forward Mike Rupp. … View post

Video: Game Day: Richard Park (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Richard Park talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New Jersey Devils. … To see video click here

Video: Game Day: Dustin Jeffrey (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dustin Jeffrey talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New Jersey Devils. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New Jersey Devils. … See this video

Video: Scouting Report: NJ Devils (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details on what to expect when the NJ Devils come to Pittsburgh. … To see video click here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the New Jersey Devils. … Watch video here

Video: Trib Jr Reporter Source: penguins.nhl.com
Eva Dorr interviews Marc-Andre Fleury in tonight’s Trib Junior Reporter. … Video here

STATS: Wins/Losses vs Playoff/Non Playoff Teams Source: The Pensblog
@MikeDarnay with some straight business. He broke the Penguins record against playoff teams and non playoff teams: Yikes, what a brutal December, and the Pens are already 0-1 this month. And got news for you, the next 3 of 4 are against playoff teams. … More here

Penguins Re-Assign Defenseman Robert Bortuzzo to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have activated defenseman Robert Bortuzzo from injured reserve and re-assigned him to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Bortu… … More

Video: Jordan Staal’s Knee Injury Source: Bleacher Report
The Penguins faced one of the hottest NHL teams on Friday night, the New York Rangers . After the Pens fell by a final score of 3-1, the loss wasn’t the only dark cloud over Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh Penguins center Jordan Staal’s left knee collided with Mike Rupp late in the third period … More here

RECAP: Tighten your buttcheeks. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
We really don't know what to say. … Continued here

Rupp’s heart still in Western Pennsylvania Source: Tribune-Review
Mike Rupp plays for the New York Rangers now, but he made it clear Friday that his heart remains in Western Pennsylvania. … Visit link

Realignment plans put on hold Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL’s radical realignment will have to wait at least a year. … See the rest here

Painful loss for Pens Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins can’t beat the Eastern Conference elite at Consol Energy Center. Now, they’re 10 points out of the lead. … See more here

Friday’s Three Stars: Varlamov’s Chicago shutout; Fleury’s goal blooper (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Semyon Varlamov, Colorado Avalanche The Avs played well in front of him, but a shutout in Chicago is a shutout in Chicago. Varlamov made 27 saves as Colorado defeated the Chicago Blackhawks, 4-0. … Visit link

Penguins can’t find way past Rangers’ Lundqvist, fall 3-1 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins will tell you that they liked the way they played. A lot. … More here

Penguins Notebook: McDonald off farm — at last Source: Post Gazette
Colin McDonald isn’t looking to spread sour grapes — “I already may have been too outspoken,” he said — but the winger can’t stress enough how glad he is to be in the Penguins organization. … The rest is here

Video: Penguins lose Jordan Staal on Mike Rupp’s knee-on-knee hit (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
With 4:45 left their game against the New York Rangers on Friday night, the Pittsburgh Penguins witnessed just about the last thing they wanted to see right now: Center Jordan Staal in considerable pain after a knee-on-knee collision with former Continue reading … Follow this link

NHL: Realignment plan, modified playoff delayed (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL called off plans Friday to realign and adopt a modified playoff format next season after the players’ association refused to agree to the changes. … View post

Rangers stay hot, drop Penguins 3-1 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
New York Rangers coach John Tortorella watched his team slog through the opening minutes of Friday night’s game against Pittsburgh and decided he’d seen enough. … Follow this link

Penn State officially names Bill O’Brien head coach Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penn State officially names Bill O’Brien head coach Penn State has officially named New England Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien as the school’s 15th head football coach in school history. O’Brien will remain New England’s offensive coordinator throughout the Pats playoff run. The school will introduce O’Brien at an 11:30 a.m … Read the rest here

VIDEO: Jordan Staal’s injury Source: The Pensblog
via @ AGretz here is the Jordan Staal injury. EDIT: Rupp comments on the hit & Pens fans on Twitter : … See the rest here

Penguins fall to Rangers, 3-1 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins’ losing streak reached three games as they fell, 3-1, to the New York Rangers tonight at Consol Energy Center. … See the rest here

Realignment Killed, Future League/Union Problems Coming Up? Source: The Pensblog
The NHL's realignment plan (that we called “basically official” when it was announced ) is apparently dead and it's the NHLPA that killed it. From NHL.com : The National Hockey League announced today that it will not move forward with implementation of the Realignment Plan and modified Playoff Format recently approved by the NHL Board of Governors for the 2012-13 NHL season because the NHLPA has refused to provide its consent. … Read more here

2012 Street Hockey USA Tournament Source: penguins.nhl.com
2012 Street Hockey USA Tournament Street Hockey USA presents two great dek/ball/street hockey tournaments for 2012: the Mid-West Regional at Hot Shots Indoor Arena and the 17th Annual Street Hockey USA National Championships at RMU Island Sport… … Read this article

Fan Guide vs. New Jersey Devils Source: penguins.nhl.com
7:00 PM Ticketmaster | TicketExchange | Student Rush Don’t have a ticket yet? … More here

Endgame: Rangers 3, Penguins 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Really, not good. Pens lose 3-1. Staal hurt Source: The Pensblog
Only thing that is appropriate: Jordan Staal suffered what appeared to be a serious knee injury late in the third. To sum the night up, a Pens fan got hit in the face with a puck … Go here to read the rest

Alyssa-Renee has added a photo to the pool: 1/5/2012, Pittsburgh Penguins “Meet & Greet”

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THIRD PERIOD: All Rangers, 2-1 Source: The Pensblog
All Rangers all the time in the second period. Pens still in the game, but man … Link

NHL Realignment won’t happen In 2012-2013 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
It was thought that the NHLPA signing off on new Realignment plans approved by Board of Governors last month was a lock but not so fast The NHLPA has denied consent and realignment for 2012-2013 is on hold and won’t happen next season. The decision to reject the proposal will set the stage for negotiations … More

Pittsburgh Penguins: Sidney Crosby Calling It Quits for the Season? Source: Bleacher Report
While Sidney Crosby has been participating in lightexercisewith his team, he still remains out of the lineup indefinitely and is still experiencing concussion-like symptoms. This doesn’t bode well for the Penguins, as they have now effectively been without Crosby for pretty much a full year. Concussions can be a tricky injury … More here

Video: Post Game: Ben Lovejoy (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy talks to reporters following Friday night’s game. … To see video click here

Video: Post Game: Colin McDonald (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Colin McDonald talks to reporters following Friday night’s game. … To see video click here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after falling to the New York Rangers 3-1. … View video here

Video: Post Game: Chris Kunitz (1/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz talks to reporters following Friday night’s game. … See video here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-31-2011

Saturday, December 31st, 2011

Kovalchuk leads Devils over Penguins 3-1 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEWARK, N.J. … More here

Endgame: Devils 3, Penguins 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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RECAP: Get them another year. PENS LOSE Source: The Pensblog
Fitting end to a bizarre year. Dupuis got hurt, as did Asham . Pens had a chance late, but couldn't score on the powerplay … Excerpt from

Penguins close out 2011 with 3-1 loss to New Jersey Source: Post Gazette
The defeat was their second in a row and dropped their record to 21-13-4. … View post

Dupuis, Asham added to Pens injury list during loss to Devils Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins lost forwards Pascal Dupuis (upper-body injury) and Arron Asham (lower-body injury) early in the contest. … See the article here

THIRD PERIOD: Everyone is hurt again, 2-0 Source: The Pensblog
Dupuis , Asham , and Engo all hurt. Story of 2011. go pens … See the article here

FIRST PERIOD: At least no one will get suspended Source: The Pensblog
3PM games suck. At least no one will get suspended, you know since Brendan Shanahan doesn't enforce rules around the holidays. … Continued here

Penguins at Devils – 12-31-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -We have to post this video for today as well: -6Y-t85vs4g -Happy New Years. Hopefully 2012 goes better for you than 2011 went for the Penguins’ power play. -The Penguins’ starters are Chris Kunitz, Evgeni Malkin, James Neal, Deryk Engelland, Brooks Orpik and Marc-Andre Fleury. … Link

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (12/31/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after falling to the New Jersey Devils. … Watch video here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (12/31/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media after falling to the New Jersey Devils. … View video

Video: Post-Game: Craig Adams (12/31/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Craig Adams talks to the media after falling to the New Jersey Devils. … View video here

Video: Flower Slide Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury goes to the splits on Patrik Elias to keep it a one goal game. … Click here to view video

Pens-Devils In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
2:05 PM: Steve Mears gets you prepared for this afternoon’s action with the Verizon Game Day Report. 2:00 AM: Michelle lets you know what to look for in the matchup between the Pens and Devils. Below is her scouting report on Je… … Follow this link

USA Plays Canada at 8 PM on NHL Network Source: penguins.nhl.com
Team USA will face Canada Saturday night at 8 p.m., which will be broadcast live on the NHL Network. … Read this article

Brendan Shanahan makes no sense, and we have a theory. Source: The Pensblog
There is a reason we weren't jerking off about Brendan Shanahan like everyone else when he announced his new suspension plans. … Read the rest here

Gameday 38 – Devils Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (21-12-4) @New Jersey Devils (20-15-1) 3:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, MSG Plus Prudential Center – Newark, New Jersey The Penguins wrap up a pretty nightmarish 2011 calendar year with an Atlantic Division battle in New Jersey. Happy New Year everyone. Season Series: 1-0-0 Last meeting that counted: October 22, 2011. … Read more

About the Devils – 12-31-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Devils. When and where: 3 p.m., EST. Prudential Center … See the rest here

4 Things To Know About The Devils: 12.31 Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. Click it for the breakdown. … More

Empty Netter Assists – 12-31-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” He communicates with his players all the time, lets you know how you’re playing on a daily basis. I think you’re going to get the most out of your players if they know where they stand and what you expect from them — and he gets that .” – Steve Sullivan on Dan Bylsma (above) … Read more here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (12/31/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before today’s game against the New Jersey Devils. … Video here

Picard, Williams reassigned to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: Tribune-Review
Defenseman Alexandre Picard and center Jason Williams were reassigned to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton before Friday’s practice. Engelland will take Picard’s spot in the lineup, while it appears left wing Steve MacIntyre will dress against the Devils. … The rest is here

Penguins struggle to find perfect balance Source: Tribune-Review
So far, there isn’t much evidence the Penguins can hang with the elite playoff teams in the Eastern Conference. … Link

Capitals finally upend Buffalo Source: Post Gazette
Alex Ovechkin scored early and late, Tomas Vokoun made 25 saves, and the host Washington Capitals got one back against one of their worst nemesis of the season Friday night, beating the Buffalo Sabres, 3-1. … Link

Lindros glad to rejoin fold with Flyers Source: Post Gazette
Overlooking left field, snowflakes never stopped falling high above this refashioned ballpark. Unfortunately for the NHL, these were just digital white flakes forming around the Winter Classic logo on the Citizens Bank Park scoreboard. For those keeping score at home, that’s no runs, no hits, no snow. … Read more here

Rangers put Avery on waivers again Source: Post Gazette
The New York Rangers have placed veteran forward Sean Avery on waivers. The Rangers made the move Friday before their game at Florida, and New York could assign him to their American Hockey League affiliate, the Connecticut Whale, if he goes unclaimed by noon today … More

Bylsma able to coax best from Penguins, even after loss Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins’ 4-2 loss at home Thursday to bitter rival Philadelphia stung, with goals by former Penguins Jaromir Jagr and Max Talbot providing the salt. On Friday, though, the team bounced back with a spirited practice before a flight to New Jersey for a matinee today. … More

Penguins’ Engelland not likely to change his game Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins likely could have used what Deryk Engelland brings when they lost, 4-2, Thursday against rival Philadelphia. “He’s a guy you miss in a game like [that],” coach Dan Bylsma said Friday … See the rest here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Why the Season Is Not over Without Sidney Crosby Available Source: Bleacher Report
Two days ago, Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma gave the hockey universe the first update on Sidney Crosby ‘s second concussion hiatus. “He’s still having symptoms,” said Bylsma . I’m not going to beat a dead horse here. … Read the rest here

Robert Morris Falls, 4-2, to Ohio State in Hockey Showcase Source: penguins.nhl.com
Robert Morris dropped a 4-2 contest to No. … Read this article

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (12/31/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down today’s game against the New Jersey Devils. … Watch here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-29-2011

Thursday, December 29th, 2011

Puck Previews: Jagr back in Pittsburgh; Winter Classic future (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Previews: Spotlighting the key games in NHL action, news and views as well as general frivolity. Make sure to stop back here for the nightly Three Stars when the games are finished. … Continue reading here

The 7 best NHL Winter Classic jerseys (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Seven is an arbitrary list of randomly connected hockey subjects that will run every Thursday on Puck Daddy. … Continue reading here

Gameday 37 – Flyers Source: The Pensblog
Philadelphia Flyers (21-10-4) @Pittsburgh Penguins (21-11-4) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, CSN-PH Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA What else is there to say? … Go here to read the rest

Flyers at Penguins – 12-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greeting from a chilly, cloudy day in Pittsburgh. It’s cold outside but it’s going to be heated here tonight with Jaromir Jagr back. Tonight’s venue: -Jagr is still popular here: -The Flyers have a Jeff Carter fan here: … See more here

Philadelphia Flyers & Pittsburgh Penguins Line Combinations For Tonight’s Game Source: The Pensblog
“If you want to hear boos, go to Pittsburgh.” — Jaromir Jagr Pittsburgh Penguins Lines from Empty Netters : Chris Kunitz – Evgeni Malkin – James Neal Pascal Dupuis – Jordan Staal – Tyler Kennedy Matt Cooke – Joe Vitale – Steve Sullivan Arron Asham – Craig Adams – Jason Williams Brooks Orpik – Matt Niskanen Simon Despres – Zbynek Michalek Alexandre Picard – Ben Lovejoy Marc-Andre Fleury Philadelphia Flyers Lines from Empty Netters : Scott Hartnell – Claude Giroux – Jaromir Jagr Matt Read – Daniel Briere – Wayne Simmond James van Riemsdyk – Maxime Talbot – Jakub Voracek Brayden Schenn – Sean Couturier – Harry Zolnierczyk Kimmo Timonen – Braydon Coburn Matt Carle – Marc-Andre Bourdon Andreas Lilja – Andrew Meszaros Sergei Bobrovsky … See the rest here

High School Hockey Teams To Play Outdoor Charity Series At North and South Parks Source: penguins.nhl.com
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4 Things to know about the Flyers: 12.29 Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. Click it for the breakdown. 1. … Continue reading here

Jagr & Talbot Video Source: The Pensblog
Back from July 2011 : YouTube blocked the audio so it's on MegaVideo . Sorry about the ads. Screw the Flyers … More

Video: Tonight’s Matchup 12/29/11 vs. Flyers Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins take on the other Pennsylvania team, the Philadelphia Flyers, in Tonight’s Match up (12/29/11). … View video here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Nemacolin Big 5 features 5 questions with #19 Jason Williams. … Video here

Video: Iron Workers (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Iron Workers Building of a Champion features #48 Tyler Kennedy. … Video here

Jagr to Pittsburgh: Still love it despite the boos Source: The Pensblog
Oh what's that? You're sick of Double J? … See the rest here

Jagr speaks on returning to Pittsburgh with rival Flyers Source: Post Gazette
Jaromir Jagr, who signed with the Penguins’ most bitter rival last summer, granted a nine-minute, wide-ranging interview today to a group of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia reporters after the Flyers’ morning skate. … Read this article

Jagr expresses admiration for Pittsburgh Source: Tribune-Review
Jaromir Jagr met with the local media for 10 minutes today and expressed his admiration for Pittsburgh and Penguins owner Mario Lemieux. … More here

About the Flyers – 12-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Flyers. When and where: 7 p.m. EST. … See more here

On Jaromir Jagr’s polarizing return to Pittsburgh with Flyers (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Since he was traded on July 11, 2001, Pittsburgh Penguins fans have had a love/hate relationship with Jaromir Jagr. Half of them despise him for the infamous “dying alive” quote and the way he left town (though Jagr claimed in Continue reading … See more here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Why Sidney Crosby Should Seriously Consider Retirement Source: Bleacher Report
Sidney Crosby is going to play for the Pittsburgh Penguins again. If you have come to this article looking for wild speculation that he will “hang ‘em up” before he tries to play again, please move along. You will not find it here … See more here

Video: Game-Day: James Neal (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … See this video

Video: Game-Day: Pascal Dupuis (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers … View video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … Watch video here

Video: Game-Day: Max Talbot (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguin Max Talbot talks to reporters following the Flyers game-day skate. … Watch video here

Video: Game-Day: Jaromir Jagr (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguin Jaromir Jagr talks to reporters following the Flyers game-day skate. … Click here to view video

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … Video here

Pens Pre-Game Buzz, lineup news & notes Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Buzz PITTSBURGH — The good news for the Penguins is that their top line of Chris Kunitz – Evgeni Malkin and James Neal will be intact tonight vs the Philadelphia Flyers Winger Chris Kunitz dealing with an illness, is fine and was a full participant in today’s skate. Kunitz centerman Evgeni Malkin did … See more here

Best scene from 24/7 last night: Brad Richard’s chirp Source: The Pensblog
How clutch is thenyrangersblog ? … Read this article

BREAKDOWN: Joe Starkey’s column on Pittsburgh villians Source: The Pensblog
Joe Starkey doesn't seem like a bad guy. He's always been pro-Penguins, which is nice. … View post

The Complete Guide To How You Should Act & Feel Tonight Source: The Pensblog
As we've mentioned several times before, one of the toughest things about being a sports fan is trying to change your feelings towards someone because they've changed teams. Tonight, obviously, is a key example of that. … The rest is here

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Philadelphia Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens lines (10:39 AM). Kunitz & Park at morning skate (10:30 AM). Thoughts on the rivalry (9:30 AM) … Read more here

Puck Daddy’s 10 best hockey goals of 2011 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
You could spend an eternity on YouTube or NHL.com searching highlight-reel goal clips from over the years. In this Internet age, a goal can happen anywhere and find its way onto YouTube within 10 minutes of it actually happening. These Continue reading … Read the rest here

To boo or not to boo Double J. It actually doesn’t matter. Source: The Pensblog
The schedule came out while the smoke was still seeping from the remains of JagrWatch . Double J's act of treason was going to be atoned for on December 29th … More here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Welcome back Jaromir Jagr (right). -” How, in a situation like that, can there be so much bad attitude and anger from those people? I don t get it. … Read the rest here

Video: IN THE ROOM: Episode 2, Part 1 (s) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy works toward a return, injuries hit the Pens again and the team looks to rebound from a tough stretch. … Watch video here

Video: IN THE ROOM: Episode 2, Part 2 (s) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Bylsma wears a mic behind the bench vs. Buffalo, Ben Lovejoy returns, the Pens celebrate the holidays and prepare for the Flyers. … See this video

Great NHL.com article on Jagr and Talbot Source: The Pensblog
Corey Masisak over at NHL.com has the best read of the day, even though it was posted yesterday. It summarizes everything pretty nicely for tonight's game. … Link

Total Domination Source: penguins.nhl.com
The line of Chris Kunitz, Evgeni Malkin and James Neal combined for a goal and four assists in the Penguins’ 4-2 win over Carolina on Tuesday. … Visit link

Chat live with Dejan Kovacevic today Source: Tribune-Review
Tribune-Review columnist Dejan Kovacevic will hold his weekly chat with readers about Pittsburgh sports at 1 p.m. today. … See more here

HBO 24/7 Flyers Rangers Episode 3 review: Merry Animosity (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
(Ed. Note: This review contains spoilers.) “Nothing comes to be simply because someone declares it so. A collection of men won’t become a single unit simply by donning the same color sweater … See the article here

Starkey: Jagr, Bonds … who else? Source: Tribune-Review
In the spirit of the season, we shall hereby attempt to identify Pittsburgh’s most-hated athletes of the past 40 years. … More

NHL gets ready for its Winter Classic chill Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL’s outdoor extravaganza has blossomed into a coveted score, with the price of admission rivaling a Super Bowl seat or Final Four trip. … The rest is here

Pens defenseman sees other side of Jagr Source: Tribune-Review
While Jaromir Jagr is being bombarded by boos at Consol Energy Center, one Penguins player will be cringing. … Excerpt from

Jagr returns to Pittsburgh with rival Flyers Source: Tribune-Review
The once-celebrated ex-Penguin makes his Consol Energy Center debut, almost seven months after spurning the Penguins to sign with the Flyers. … Continued here

Penguins’ Crosby expands treatment team Source: Tribune-Review
More than three weeks after his last game, Penguins’ captain continues to experience concussion-like symptoms. … More

Stunned Pic Of The Night 12.28 Source: The Pensblog
Guy in the blue shirt. … Read more here

Penguins Notebook: Bylsma offers injury report Source: Post Gazette
Sidney Crosby’s concussion symptoms represent the most noted injury, but Penguins coach Dan Bylsma had updates on several others Wednesday after practice at Southpointe. Defenseman Kris Letang, who got a concussion Nov. … Visit link

Goal: Try to disrupt Jagr’s comfort level Source: Post Gazette
Those who have enjoyed the company of right winger Jaromir Jagr since he arrived in Philadelphia indicated that this future Hall of Famer never has been less comfortable than while he was surrounded by a handful of Pittsburgh reporters Wednesday after the Flyers practiced at Ice Castle in Castle Shannon. … Follow this link

Crosby likely to be out for an extended period Source: Post Gazette
It doesn’t appear as if Penguins center and captain Sidney Crosby will return to the lineup anytime soon. Crosby continues to do light workouts and still is experiencing some concussion symptoms, coach Dan Bylsma said Wednesday. It was the first update on the team’s top player since Crosby spoke publicly Dec … See more here

Pittsburgh Penguins’ Sidney Crosby Still with Concussion Symptoms: Fan Take (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins collided with David Krejci of the Boston Bruins on December 5, 2011. … Continued here

24/7 Rangers vs Flyers: Episode 3, live stream here Source: The Pensblog
10:00 pm on HBO. But we have a link. *NOTE – it will say something about needing a flash player, but just let the thing countdown. … The rest is here

What To Watch For: Pens vs. Flyers Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (21-11-4) vs. FLYERS (21-10-4) WHEN: Dec. 29, 2011 – 7:00 pm | WHERE: CONSOL Energy Center WATCH: ROOT SPORTS | LISTEN: Penguins 24/7 Radio, 105.9 FM The date that Penguins fans everywher… … View post

Local Product Saad Scores Lone USA Goal in 4-1 Loss to Finland Source: penguins.nhl.com
Gibsonia native Brandon Saad scored Team USA’s lone goal in their 4-1 setback to Finland on Wednesday in their second game of the World Junior Championship’s opening round. Whitehall native John Gibson made his tournament debut … … Read more here

Video: Radio Rewind: Kirk Muller (12/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Bob Grove features Carolina Head Coach Kirk Muller’s post-game comments on this week’s Radio Rewind. … Watch here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-28-2011

Wednesday, December 28th, 2011

Off-Day Pens Buzz: On Jagr and Talbot’s return; Pens to see Bobrovsky; Malkin reflects on Jagr, linemates Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Off-Day Flyer Notes A ton of buzz for tomorrow night’s matchup between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers and what a big surprise there. The drama surrounding the game centers around Jaromir Jagr and Max Talbot when it probably should be about two of the best Eastern Conference teams facing off and the top two … See the rest here

Crosby still out as Pens host Jagr, Flyers (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
When Jaromir Jagr chose to sign with the Philadelphia Flyers over the summer after a three-year sabbatical, the 39-year-old Russian knew it wouldn’t go over well in Pittsburgh. And to be honest, he doesn’t care. … The rest is here

Puck Daddy’s 2011-12 Midseason Fantasy Hockey Awards (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Time to hand out some pretend midseason awards. … Excerpt from

Fan Guide vs. Philadelphia Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins will battle the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday, December 29 at CONSOL Energy Center. Here are some tips for fans who plan to attend the game: Doors will open at 6:00 pm for the 7:00 pm start Visit Pens… … More here

Crosby still has concussion symptoms (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby continues to go through light workouts but is still experiencing concussion symptoms, coach Dan Bylsma told reporters on Wednesday. Bylsma’s status report was the first update on the Penguins’ star since Crosby spoke publicly about… … Follow this link

Penguins’ Crosby still experiencing symptoms (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby is participating in light exercise but remains sidelined indefinitely with concussion-like symptoms. … See more here

Puck Daddy’s 10 most shocking moments of 2011 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Philadelphia Flyers observe a moment of silence to honor the memory of the Lokomotiv Yaroslavl ice hockey team. … More

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 6, Capitals 2 – 12-28-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2011-12 season. … See more here

Sidney Crosby: Penguins’ Superstar Can’t Shake Concussion Symptoms Source: Bleacher Report
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby is one of the great players in hockey today, but concussion symptoms continue to plague him and keep him off the ice. On Wednesday, coach Dan Bylsma addressed the media for the first time since Crosby took “a minor hit” against the Boston Bruins three weeks ago. The news was not good … Link

Jagr speaks – 12-28-11 Source: Empty Netters
Flyers forward and former Penguins captain Jaromir Jagr spoke today at the Ice Castle rink in Castle Shannon. He talked about what he anticipates on the eve of his first game against the Penguins since his flirtations against the team as a free agent this summer and what it will be like playing in Consol Energy Center instead of the Civic Arena: 145356 Jagr was a little testy with the first few questions he was asked today and those exchanges appear to have been edited out of the video … View post

Talbot speaks – 12-28-11 Source: Empty Netters
Flyers forward and former Penguin Maxime Talbot returned to Pittsburgh today ( Technically, it was in Caastle Shannon ). … View post

Video: Twitter Q & A: Ben Lovejoy (12/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy answers questions from fans via Twitter. … Watch video here

Video: IN THE ROOM: Episode 2, Part 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy works toward a return, injuries hit the Pens again and the team looks to rebound from a tough stretch. … Click here to view video

Video: IN THE ROOM: Episode 2, Part 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Coach Byslma wears a mic behind the bench vs. Buffalo, Ben Lovejoy returns, the Pens celebrate the holidays and prepare for the Flyers. … Watch here

Video: Scouting Report: Philadelphia (12/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
In-state rivals the Philadelphia Flyers will make their first trip to the CONSOL Energy Center this season. Michelle Crechiolo lets us in on what to expect. … Video here

STATS: The rule about placing a player on LTIR Source: The Pensblog
Now that is seems Crosby is having concussion-like symptoms again, the question that needs to be asked: Should the Pens place Crosby on Long term injury reserve? Here is the official rule about LTIR , so that when it gets bought up there will be no confusion: Via CapGeek : Teams receive cap relief when a player is considered to have a “bona-fide long-term injury” — injuries that cause a player to miss at least 10 games or 24 days. This is one of the most commonly misunderstood aspects of the CBA … More here

Bylsma: Crosby has symptoms again Source: The Pensblog
From espn .com : Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby is still experiencing concussion symptoms nearly a month after he last played, coach Dan Bylsma said Wednesday. Crosby, who has not resumed skating, is still doing light workouts, Bylsma told reporters … Read more

Crosby still dealing with symptoms, limited to light workouts Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
More than three weeks since suffering concussion like symptoms following the Penguins contest with the Boston Bruins on December 5, Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has yet to show any kind of real progress in his rehab The Penguins today finally broke their silence today regarding Crosby and the news was not promising. … Follow this link

Penguins: Crosby still experiencing concussion symptoms Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center and captain Sidney Crosby continues to do light workouts and still is experiencing concussion symptoms, coach Dan Bylsma said today. … The rest is here

Bylsma: Crosby still having concussion symptoms Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins finally broke their silence about Sidney Crosby, and the news isn’t good. Crosby, more than three weeks after absorbing a minor hit against Boston, is still “having (concussion) symptoms,” according to coach Dan Bylsma. … Link

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (12/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after practice at Southpointe. … See this video

RMU Hosts Hockey Showcase Friday Source: penguins.nhl.com
The unique excitement of Division I college hockey returns to CONSOL Energy Center Friday as red-hot Robert Morris hosts No. … More

Penguins Report: 12/28/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:00 AM: The Pens are on the ice for practice. Only player missing is Kunitz … Excerpt from

The week in pissed off coaches 12/21-12/27 Source: The Pensblog
We usually get all of our pics from espn.com's recaps of NHL games. Hard to believe that ESPN would be a good source of hockey shit, we know. When browsing across most of the pics from different teams, and the Penguin games we can't help but notice that there are always pics of pissed off coaches. So we went back and looked through pics from the last week and found pictures of pissed of coaches … Link

Don Cherry plays the piano Source: The Pensblog
This is actually cool: … See the article here

Penguins’ soloist sings his finales, follows call to seminary Source: Post Gazette
As the Penguins prepared to take the ice against Carolina Tuesday, Dean Kokanos paced just inside the Zamboni gate, quietly singing vocal progressions to warm up his voice. Then he stepped onto the ice, his image magnified on the scoreboard, and delivered a soaring tenor “The Star-Spangled Banner” whose final notes were accompanied by roaring applause. … Read more here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-28-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . … Link

Video: Local Hero: Kenny Reiter (12/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kenny Reiter sits down with PensTV to talk about his hockey career so far. … To see video click here


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Video: UPMC Spotlight: James Neal (12/28/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal is highlighted in the UPMC Penguins Spotlight for his dominating play on the ice. … Watch here

No news is bad news in case of Crosby (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins are delighted with their four-game winning streak, which was extended in a 4-2 victory over Carolina on Tuesday night at Consol Energy Center. Having their captain back in the lineup would be even better, but that doesn’t appear likely to happen anytime… … Continued here

Penguins center Staal gets to 400-game level Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Jordan Staal became the seventh-youngest player in NHL history to reach the 400-game milestone, doing so in a game against the Carolina Hurricanes. … Go here to read the rest

Ex-Penguins coach Johnny Wilson dies Source: Tribune-Review
Former Penguins coach Johnny Wilson, who guided the Penguins for three full seasons between 1977-80, died after a lengthy battle with lung disease. … Read this article

Barrage of shots paves the way for Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
The 52 shots by the Penguins represents the most the team has fired at a goaltender in the short history of Consol Energy Center. … See the rest here

Tuesday’s Three Stars: Kane, Stamkos net 2; Hartnell taunts Bolts (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Evander Kane, Winnipeg Jets The Jets sniper set the pace for his team in a 4-1 victory at the Colorado Avalanche, snapping their 8-game home winning streak. He scored his 16th in the first period; after Tim Continue reading … Read the rest here

RECAP: Peters peppered by a pack of pickled penguins. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
This game has happened like 12,000 times over the last 6 years. … More here

Morning Pens Buzz: Pens play defense by playing offense vs Canes; Despres evolving in puck moving game but does he stay when Martin, Engelland return… Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Pens Buzz The Penguins 4-2 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes Tuesday night was a perfect example of the kind of offensive game head coach Dan Bylsma preaches to his team. The Penguins outshot Carolina 52-18 and the Penguins played defense by playing offense. … The rest is here

Penguins launch 52 shots in 4-2 victory Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins probably didn’t know all that much about Justin Peters before Tuesday night. Frankly, they probably don’t know all that much more about him today, either. One thing they surely do realize, however, is that Peters’ play was the only thing that kept Carolina even remotely competitive for most of the Penguins’ 4-2 victory against the Hurricanes at Consol Energy Center. … Continued here

Stunned Pic Of The Night 12.27 Source: The Pensblog
Joe Sacco is speechless stunned: Colorado lost to Winnipeg at home 4-1. yikes. … Visit link

NHL Roundup: Red Wings overcome slow start to win Source: Post Gazette
Pavel Datsyuk and Niklas Kronwall scored 56 seconds apart in the third period to give the Detroit Red Wings a 3-2 comeback win against the St. Louis Blues … Excerpt from

Penguins Notebook: Hurricanes’ Ward crosses goal off of list Source: Post Gazette
Goaltender Cam Ward was the toast of Consol Energy Center early Tuesday, and he didn’t even start for the Carolina Hurricanes later in the evening against the Penguins. “We were kind of joking that I should be on the power play,” said Ward, who a night earlier became the 10th goaltender in NHL history to record — or, in this case, be credited with — a goal. … Read more

Neal nets 21st, Penguins beat Hurricanes 4-2 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Dan Bylsma has been around the Pittsburgh Penguins long enough to recognize troubling games such as this one. The Penguins coach felt uneasy as he saw that his club held a sizable advantage in shots, but was still tied with the Carolina Hurricanes through two periods. He knew the game could turn in one of two ways: the Penguins could have the game stolen by the hot goalie, or his club could finally… … View post

Textbook Bylsma Source: penguins.nhl.com
It’s fitting that the night Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma moved into a tie for second place on the franchise’s all-time win list (135), his team played a textbook example of the system he preaches. Bylsma emphasizes the importance … … See the article here

Endgame: Penguins 4, Hurricanes 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Big East Opener: Panthers struggle to defend the “3″ in 72-59 loss to Notre Dame Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Notre Dame 72 – No. 22 Pittsburgh 59 As Big East play has opened up, what’s become alarming for Pitt is that they show no resemblence of Jamie Dixon teams that wear down teams defensively … More

Malkin’s 2 assist night gives him 18 pts in last 8 games Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Evgeni Malkin (15G-27A-42Pts) extended his points streak to 8 games with a 2 assist night in the Penguins 4-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes. Malkin continued his surge in the points race moving a point behind Philadelphia’s Claude Giroux who leads the league with 43 pts. Malkin has 3 goals and 7 assists in his … View post

Staal back at full health, named first star in victory Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
After dealing with a groin injury that nagged him for a few weeks, Jordan Staal showed tonight he is back at full health and was a force on the ice, receiving the games No. … See more here

Penguins rout Hurricanes, 4-2 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins piled up a season-high 52 shots and extended their winning streak to four games with a 4-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes tonight at Consol Energy Center. … View post

Niskanen improves to a +12 on the season Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Defenseman Matt Niskanen logged 20:07 of ice time, third among defensemen and was a +1 in the Penguins 4-2 win. Niskanen improved to a +12 on the season, first on the team and tied for 12th in the NHL among defensemen. . … Read more

Neal inches closer to Gaborik with 21st goal of the season Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
James Neal (21G-15A-36pts) drove to the net and knocked in a Chris Kunitz rebound on a mis-clear from Canes defenseman Bryan Allen for his 21st goal of the season at 8:10 of the second period, extending his points streak to 8 games in the Penguins 4-2 win. Neal added an assist on Steve Sullivan’s power … More

Sullivan has 5 power play points in last 7 games Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Penguins have scored on the power play in five straight games and winger Steve Sullivan(7G-12A-19Pts) is racking up the points on the man-advantage. … Visit link

Kennedy picking up his play, extends points streak to 4 games Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Tyler Kennedy (4G-13A-17Pts) racked up two assists extending his points streak to four games in the Penguins 4-2 win. … Continued here

THIRD PERIOD: Peters ready to break, 1-1 Source: The Pensblog
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SECOND PERIOD: Whatever city Source: The Pensblog
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Here is the Bylsma F Bomb that Root Sports forgot to bleep out Source: The Pensblog
via our boy J.C . Steigerwald just apologized for it on air: A better video after the read more via Thick Andy … Read more here

FIRST PERIOD: All access night for Root Sports Source: The Pensblog
Carolina sucks. Could be a strange telecast. … The rest is here

NHL roundup: Canucks’ Higgins out with hand problem (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Vancouver Canucks left wing Chris Higgins is out for an uncertain period of time because a problem with his hand, the Vancouver Sun reported Tuesday. It appears that Higgins has a staph infection on his hand that is similar to the infection he had on his foot that sidelined him for… … See more here

Puck Previews: Blues vs. Red Wings; Sidney Crosby concerns (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Back by popular demand, here are your Puck Previews: Spotlighting the key games in NHL action, news and views as well as general frivolity. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (12/27/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media after defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-2. … Click here to view video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (12/27/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-2. … See this video

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PensHead Daily Links 12-22-2011

Thursday, December 22nd, 2011

Penguins’ Engelland suspended for 3 games (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland was suspended for three games by the NHL on Thursday for delivering a hit to the head of Chicago Blackhawks center Marcus Kruger on Tuesday. … The rest is here

Penguins’ Engelland suspended three games (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEW YORK, N.Y. – The NHL slapped Pittsburgh Penguins defenceman Deryk Engelland with a three-game suspension Thursday for hitting Chicago Blackhawks forward Marcus Kruger in the head during a game. … View post

NHL Suspends Engelland for Three Games Source: penguins.nhl.com
NEW YORK (December 22, 2011) — Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland has been suspended, without pay, for three games for an illegal check to the head of Chicago Blackhawks forward Marcus Kruger during NHL Game #488 in Pittsburgh on Tues… … See the article here

The mystery of the missing 100-point scorer (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The further we get from the post-lockout rule changes, there’s fewer and fewer NHLers cracking the 100-point mark. What gives? … More here

PITT FOOTBALL: Paul Chryst ability to adapt to his personnel will be a complete “360″ from Graham Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
PITT introduced Wisconsin offensive coordinator Paul Chryst as the school’s new head coach this afternoon at a 3:00 p.m. press conference today. Chryst handled himself extremely well in his inductory press conference and fans will love this quote from Chryst, a complete “360″ from Todd Graham. … Link

Pens’ defenseman Engelland suspended three games for hit Source: Tribune-Review
Engelland received the news following a phone hearing with NHL czar of discipline Brendan Shanahan this morning. … More

Pens’ Engelland suspended three games for head shot Source: Post Gazette
Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland has been suspended for three games for delivering a blow to the head of Chicago center Marcus Kruger on Tuesday. … See the rest here

Engo suspended three games. Source: The Pensblog
Per the Internet. Engo is gone for three games. Here is Shanny's video: … Continued here

Deryk Engelland receives 3 game suspension Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pens Defenseman Deryk Engelland has been suspended for three games, the NHL announced. … See the rest here

Engelland suspended three games – 12-22-11 Source: Empty Netters
The NHL sends a Merry Christmas to the Penguins and Deryk Engelland. … More here

Picard on Canadiens and language – 12-22-11 Source: Empty Netters
Last week, the Canadiens fired head coach Jacques Martin, a French-speaking native of Saint-Pascal Baylon, Ont., and replaced him with former Penguins forward Randy Cunneyworth, an English-speaking native of Etobicoke, Ont.. Fans, journalists and even politicians in Quebec voiced heavy displeasure in the move based on the langauge barrier presented between Cunneyworth and … … Continued here

Local hockey players tapped for national juniors team Source: Post Gazette
Western Pennsylvania will be well-represented on Team USA at the world junior hockey championships, which begin next week in Western Canada. … Read more

3 Reasons Sean Avery Should Look to Matt Cooke for Inspiration to Change Source: Bleacher Report
Matt Cooke was, and likely still is, the NHL ‘s top villain. To Cooke’s credit, though, he has been incident free so far in the 2011-2012 season. Yes, the king of cheap shots has avoided slew footing, checking from behind, kneeing (with the exception of Mark Eaton who seemed to make it unavoidable with his path towards Cooke), and even most post-whistle scrums … Go here to read the rest

Niskanen joins class of 2005 – 12-22-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins defenseman Matt Niskanen recorded his 100th career point during Tuesday’s 3-2 win against the Blackhawks. He became the 19th member of the NHL’s 2005 draft class to reach the century mark in points … Go here to read the rest

Video: Scouting Report: Winnipeg (12/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details on what’s in store for the Pens as they head to Winnipeg, Manitoba. … See video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (12/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media following Thursday’s practice. … Click here to view video

Video: Off-Day: Chris Kunitz (12/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz talks to the media after Thursday morning’s practice. … Click here to view video

Video: Off-Day: Pascal Dupuis (12/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis talks to the media following Thursday morning’s practice. … See video here

Penguins Prospect Josh Archibald Named to Team USA World Junior Championship Roster Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh will be well represented at the 2012 World Junior Championship as Penguins prospect Josh Archibald and four players who played for the Pittsburgh Hornets amateur hockey program – forwards Brandon Saad (Gibsonia, Pa.) and J.T. Mill… … The rest is here

The best scene in this week’s 24/7 Source: The Pensblog
Peter Laviolette says what we all already knew: Who is going to start selling the tshirts of Typical Montreal ? … Go here to read the rest

Penguins Report: 12/22/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Martin absent from practice (11:16 AM). Pens’ lines (11:17 AM). 11:35 AM: Pics of the Pens at work… … More here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-22-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Deryk Engelland (above) will have a chat with NHL discipline czar Brendan Shanahan today . … Link

So wait, will Kronwall be suspended too? Source: The Pensblog
Watch this hit by Niklas Kronwall : Notice, this hit went largely unnoticed last night. There wasn't a post on PuckDaddy about it … Continue reading here

Engelland walking to the gallows Source: The Pensblog
But he'll only be walking over to pick up a phone. … Follow this link

Japanese woman explaining movies Source: The Pensblog
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Winnipeg Sucks Source: The Pensblog
This is a clip from a show called Less Than Kind, based in Winnipeg. A great show … Excerpt from

Lovejoy’s return quickly pays off for Pens Source: Tribune-Review
Ben Lovejoy will see plenty of time with with the Penguins, as most of defensemen are questionable for immediate future. … Visit link

Sutter latest addition to NHL coach carousel Source: Tribune-Review
Although Darryl Sutter hasn’t coached in the NHL since the 2005-06 season, he didn’t need much time to get back into the swing of things on his first day with the Los Angeles Kings. … Continue reading here

Chicago’s Toews is leading MVP candidate Source: Tribune-Review
Only 23, the Chicago Blackhawks captain even has a Conn Smythe Trophy for playoff MVP on his shelf, staking his claim as one of the top young stars in the NHL. … Visit link

Penguins’ Engelland waits to hear from NHL Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland faces a telephone hearing with NHL disciplinarian chief Brendan Shanahan for a questionable hit on Chicago’s Marcus Kruger. … View post

Lovejoy makes splash on return Source: Post Gazette
The pass came at the end of a sensational rush. The pass made the winning goal possible … View post

Penguins Notebook: Engelland’s hearing on hit against Kruger set for today Source: Post Gazette
No one can accuse the NHL of rushing to judgment on Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland. … See more here

Pitt expected to hire Wisconsin Offensive coordinator Paul Chryst Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Florida International’s Mario Christobal is not the leading candidate to be the next head coach at Pitt and has not been offered the job as of late this evening. With concerns about Christobal being a short-term coach, the search committee and AD Steve Pederson have moved in another direction and are closing in on hiring … Read the rest here

24/7 Rangers vs Flyers: Episode 2, live stream here Source: The Pensblog
10:00 pm on HBO. For those who need a stream it is after readmore . … See more here

Video: Radio Rewind: Ray Shero (12/22/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ray Shero discusses the state of the team with Steve Mears. … Watch here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-21-2011

Wednesday, December 21st, 2011

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Chat live with Dejan Kovacevic tomorrow Source: Tribune-Review
Tribune-Review columnist Dejan Kovacevic will hold his weekly chat with readers about Pittsburgh sports at noon tomorrow. … Continue reading here

Penguins’ Engelland faces hearing for hit to head (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland will have a telephone hearing on Thursday with Brendan Shanahan, who handles supplemental discipline for the NHL, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported Wednesday. The hearing is being held to determine whether any discipline is… … Continued here

Hearing scheduled on Thursday morning for Deryk Engelland Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Defenseman Deryk Engelland faces a phone hearing Thursday morning with the NHL’s department of player safety. Engelland delivered a forearm to the head of Chicago’s Marus Kruger in tuesday’s 3-2 win.With the Penguins off until Friday, there was no rush for the hearing to happen today. A decision will be made before the Penguins depart … More

Penguins’ Engelland faces disciplinary hearing tomorrow Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland will face a supplemental disciplinary hearing on Thursday morning, the NHL just announced. … Link

League will have hearing on Engelland’s head hit Source: Post Gazette
Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland will have a telephone hearing with Brendan Shanahan, who handles supplemental discipline for the NHL, Thursday morning. … Read more here

REWIND: Mark Madden calling out Evgeni Malkin Source: The Pensblog
[ pic via pittsburghsportstavern ] Two months ago the super-jobber had his yinzer pitch fork out on Evgeni Malkin . As always, what you do on the Internet echoes in eternity. … More

Despres Gets Punk’D Source: penguins.nhl.com
CONSOL Energy Center had a new item hanging from the rafters on Wednesday afternoon. … Visit link

NHL Trades: Penguins’ Deal for Neal, Niskanen Paying off Handsomely Source: Bleacher Report
When Pittsburgh Penguins’ GM Ray Shero dealt everyday defenseman Alex Goligoski to Dallas for James Neal and Matt Niskanen last February, it was the consensus that Shero had put one over on Dallas GM Joe Nieuwendyk. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Despres Gets Punk’d Source: penguins.nhl.com
A prankster gives an early holiday present to Penguin Simon Despres who came out for practice and found his clothes hangin in the air. … View video

Engelland to have hearing for Kruger hit -12-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins defenseman Deryk Engelland will have a disciplinary hearing tomorrow morning with the NHL in regards to a hit he placed on Blackhawks forward Marcus Kruger last night. At 8:54 of the first period, Kruger pushed a puck by Penguins forward Pascal Dupuis on the left wing boards of the Penguins zone and was struck in the head by Engelland. … Read more

Martin remains day to day Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Defenseman Paul Martin has missed the last two games and did not practice again for the Penguins today. … More here

A great Lemieux pic Source: The Pensblog
Posted by the SI Vault on twitter. One of the few ” Come at me, bro” pics from 66 ever captured on camera. … See the article here

Grading the 2012 Winter Classic memorabilia and gear (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
That stick is like huMANgous big As you know, the NHL Winter Classic is less a hockey game than an ATM machine for the League and its sponsors, as the fans in both of the teams’ cities and on-site Continue reading … Link

Crosby Becomes Youth Olympic Games Ambassador Source: penguins.nhl.com
The International Olympic Committee announced that Crosby has been named a Youth Olympic Games Ambassador for the first edition of the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Innsbruck from 13 to 22 January 2012. Crosby will not be traveling to the Gam… … Go here to read the rest

‘Penguins Pond at SouthSide Works’ Hosts Daily Public Skating During Holidays Source: penguins.nhl.com
“Penguins Pond at SouthSide Works” is your destination for holiday public skating. Beginning on Thursday, Dec. 22 at 11 a.m., the unique outdoor community ice rink will host daily public skating sessions through Jan … More here

Twenty Years Later – Rangers 7, Penguins 5 – 12-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2011-12 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1991-92 season which led to th … … Go here to read the rest

Penguins demote Tangradi to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton – 12-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have demoted forward Eric Tangradi to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. He has appeared in four NHL games this season and has no points. In 24 AHL games this season, Tangradi, 22, has 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists). … More

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (12/21/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following Wednesday’s practice. … Click here to view video

STATS: Malkin ties Kessel. Kessel sucks. Other stuff Source: The Pensblog
Look where Evgeni Malkin is in the points race: Here's where the Penguins are in the Eastern Conference standings: Actually would rather take the 4-5 game over the 2-7. Any leafs series would be fixed. Here's where James Neal sits in the Richard chase: Some other stuff … See the article here

Morning Pens Buzz: On Transition game, Big Guns stepping up, Power Play improvement, Engelland’s hit a turning point, Tangradi sent down Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Pens Buzz Transition game: The Penguins are a team that is built on creating offense through the neutral zone and they got to their game early last night, stretching the ice with quick puck movement in the transition game. Improving in that area and attacking the Blackhawks with a quick transition game was a … Read more

Crosby chosen as ‘ambassador’ for Youth Olympics (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is lending his support to the first Winter Youth Olympics. … See the rest here

Penguins Re-Assign Eric Tangradi to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned forward Eric Tangradi to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Tangradi, 22, has played in four game… … The rest is here

Penguins Report: 12/21/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Rookie Despres gets Punk’d (11:32 AM). Staal, Malkin & Martin not practicing (11:32 AM) … The rest is here

RECAP: Penguin Protocol. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
So what is it? Are the Penguins so good that they can be missing like $20 million in salary and go out and beat the number-one team in the NHL … Read more here

The Case For Suspending Deryk Engelland Source: The Pensblog
Just because we're a fan blog doesn't mean we can't have differing opinions like human beings… It's understandable why this post was made … See more here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “He’s just a dominating player when he wants the puck.” – Chris Kunitz on Evgeni Malkin. -The Chicago Tribune’ … … See more here


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Carbonneau: Canadiens coach needs French Source: Tribune-Review
Guy Carbonneau understands Randy Cunneyworth’s plight, but the former coach of the Montreal Canadiens also knows that the new man in that job should learn to speak French as quickly as possible. … The rest is here

Sutter is hired as new coach for L.A. Kings Source: Tribune-Review
The Kings fired coach Terry Murray on Dec. 12 in Boston before starting a four-game road trip, and assistant coach John Stevens was 2-2 as the interim coach. … Continued here

Blackhawks star laments Crosby’s absence Source: Tribune-Review
Chicago stars Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane were on the ice with Penguins star Sidney Crosby in one of the most famous recent hockey games. … Follow this link

Malkin guides Pens in win over Blackhawks Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby can take his time returning from his concussion-symptoms, as long as Evgeni Malkin keeps playing like this. … More here

Tuesday’s Three Stars: Gaborik boosts Rangers; Malkin piles points (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Marian Gaborik, New York Rangers Gaborik passed the 600-point plateau in his career with his first goal of the night early in the third period and added to his total with an empty-netter to seal a 4-1 Continue reading … Read the rest here

Penguins push win to the limit Source: Post Gazette
Perhaps it shouldn’t have gotten this exciting. Not when the Penguins had a three-goal lead after two periods. Not when they were playing at home … More

Penguins Notebook: Kennedy says there’s pressure to play hurt Source: Post Gazette
Penguins winger Tyler Kennedy shook his head Tuesday when told about former teammate Colby Armstrong. Armstrong, now with Toronto, got hit Saturday and sustained a concussion. … More here

NHL Roundup: Rangers cruise by Devils Source: Post Gazette
Marian Gaborik snapped a third-period tie with the first of his two goals and then sealed New York’s win with an empty-netter as the Rangers beat the New Jersey Devils, 4-1, Tuesday night. … Read more

Stunned Pic Of The Night 12.20 Source: The Pensblog
From reader Tim M. Sitting next to me at the game is a Blackhawks fan that I just knew was a perfect stunned candidate… Total puck bunny calling everyone by cute pet names etc … See more here

Malkin has 3 assists in Pens’ win over Blackhawks (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Evgeni Malkin’s scoring burst was good enough through two periods that the Pittsburgh Penguins were able to hold off the Chicago Blackhawks in the lackluster third. Malkin had three assists as Pittsburgh built a three-goal lead, held off a furious charge by the NHL-leading Blackhawks, and snapped their five-game winning streak with a 3-2 victory on Tuesday night. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins defeat Blackhawks, 3-2 Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Malkin had another big night with three assists as the Penguins downed the Chicago Blackhawks, 3-2, tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Read more

Deryk Engelland will probably be suspended because his borderline hit was on national TV Source: The Pensblog
Eddie Olsucks and Keith Jones got all jammed up about this hit. … Read this article

Pens hang on, win 3-2 Source: The Pensblog
Great win for the Pens. Chicago was closing fast in third, and MAF held the fort. Malkin with 3 assists, TK with the GW … Visit link

Endgame: Penguins 3, Blackhawks 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Malkin continues surge for NHL points lead with 3 point night Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Evgeni Malkin (15G-24A-39Pts) continued his surge for the NHL points lead, collecting three assists and moving into a four way tie for first in the league with 39 points. Malkin assisted on all three Penguin goals, leading Pittsburgh to a 3-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks … View post

Tritschler Tendered by Jamestown Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh, PA – Robert Tritschler, a graduate of Greensburg Central Catholic High School, has signed a tender sheet with the Junior A Jamestown Ironmen (Jamestown, NY) of the North American Hockey League (NAHL) for the 2012-2013 season. … … Continued here

Neal nets 19th goal of the season Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
James Neal continues to emerge as one of the NHL’s top goal scorers, finishing a 2-on-1 break, scoring his 19 goal of the season at 2:45 of the second period. … Read more here

Sabilla, Sodrosky, Berner, Gilland Honored by Pittsburgh Penguins As Highmark High School Hockey Players of the Month Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins honored Chartiers Valley’s Justin Sabilla, Penn-Trafford’s Conlan Sodrosky, North Hills’ Brett Berner and Butler’s Tanner Gilliland as Highmark High School Hockey Players of the Month for November Tu… … Go here to read the rest

Video: Deryk Engelland will receive a call from Brendan Shanahan (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
NHL players are really making Brendan Shanahan’s Christmas week much busier than it should be. In the middle of the first period of tonight’s Chicago Blackhawks/Pittsburgh Penguins game, Deryk Engelland laid a big on Markus Kruger along the boards making Continue reading … See the rest here

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Hawks @ Pens: Hossa has re-emerged as one of NHL’s best wingers; Lovejoy back in lineup Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Blackhawks @ Penguins For the second time in a week, the Penguins face an elite team in the Western Conference and tonight’s its the Chicago Blackhawks (21-8-4, 46pts), the NHL’s best team riding a five game winning streak. The disappointment for the Penguins is that it won’t be a game where management can truly evaluate … Read more here

NHL Roundup: Kings hire Sutter; concussion epidemic continues (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The long rumored hiring became a reality Tuesday, when the Los Angeles Kings officially named Darryl Sutter as its new head coach. Sutter will assume control of the team for Wednesday morning’s practice and will coach his first game Thursday night at home against the Anaheim… … View post

Pens-Hawks In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS 3, BLACKHAWKS 2 0:00: Pens survive a nailbiting last minute-and-a-half to defeat the NHL’s top team 3-2!!! 1:29: Neal trips up Kane on the backcheck and the Hawks are going to finish the game on the PP…they’ve pulled… … Read more

Penguins-Blackhawks: Malkin To Carry Hobbled Pens vs. League-Best Chicago Source: Bleacher Report
Evgeni Malkin is on a scoring tear, but it hasn’t been quite enough to keep the decimated Penguins lineup from sliding down the Eastern Conference standings. Chicago , meanwhile, has won eight of 10 and sits atop the NHL standings behind a potent offense and goaltender Ray Emery … The rest is here

Video: Engelland Hits Kruger Source: penguins.nhl.com
Deryk Engelland hits Marcus Kruger in the first period. … See video here

Video: Neal Before Greatness Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal streaks down the far boards and snaps one by Ray Emery to push the Penguins lead to 2-0. … Watch video here

Video: Cross to Chris Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin slides a pass to Chris Kunitz, who beats Ray Emery through the 5-hole. … Video here

Video: Post-Game: Matt Niskanen (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Niskanen talks to the media after defeating the Chicago Blackhawks. … Watch here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media after defeating the Chicago Blackhawks. … View video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (12/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after defeating the Chicago Blackhawks. … View video here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-09-2011

Friday, December 9th, 2011

Bennett Sidelined After Successful Wrist Surgery Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins 2010 first-round pick Beau Bennett is sidelined indefinitely after having successful surgery Thursday to repair a ruptured tendon in his wrist. Bennett, a sophomore with the University of Denver, originally injured his wrist during pr… … See the rest here

Puck Headlines: Shanahan visits Flyers; Maple Leafs sale fallout (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. Remember Leahy’s The 7 on Thursday, with the All-Star campaign videos? Continue reading … Read more

Guerin Enjoys Mentoring Role Source: penguins.nhl.com
UNIONDALE, N.Y. — With all the injuries the Penguins have sustained this season, head coach Dan Bylsma is looking around in search of people to fill those holes. … See the rest here

Video: Scouting Report: NY Islanders (12/9/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins continue their two game East Coast series on Long Island. Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details on what to expect from the Islanders. … Watch here

Bortuzzo now 3rd Pens defensemen to be concussed in under 2 weeks Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Rookie defenseman Robert Bortuzzo, the Penguins 3rd round pick in 2007, is the latest Penguin to suffer a common injury for the team; A concussion. … Continue reading here

The Pittsburgh Penguins Present "In The Room." Source: The Pensblog
This is pretty cool. It's a 24/ 7ish show from PensTV online called ” In The Room .” It's producted by Leo McCafferty who has done work with NFL Films in the past. There will be 10 episodes in total … Follow this link

Jump times – 12-09-11 Source: Empty Netters
Ever since the Penguins saw defensemen Kris Letang and Zbynek Michalek go down with head injuries Nov. 26 in Montreal, they’ve had to rely on a trio of players who began the season in the AHL to replace them in the form Alexandre Picard, Simon Despres and Robert Bortuzzo. … More

Sidney Crosby Returns: 10 Reasons the Pittsburgh Penguins Can Win Stanley Cup Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins have managed to find remarkable success without him, but now, with star center Sidney Crosby back in action, the Pens are better than ever. Without Sid the Kid and Evgeni Malkin for a good portion of last year’s season, the Penguins were still able to accumulate their second-highest point total in franchise history. With Crosby in the lineup this season, the Pens are 5-2-1, and Sid has 12 points in those eight games … View post

Video: Off-Day: Chris Kunitz (12/9/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris talks to the media after practice in Long Island, NY. … Click here to view video

Video: Off-Day: Bill Guerin (12/9/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Former Penguin Bill Guerin talks to the media after practice in Long Island, NY. … Watch here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (12/9/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after practice in Long Island, NY. … View video here

Benstonium: "Penguin Strangers" Source: The Pensblog
This is awesome. A parody of ” Perfect Strangers ,” starring Crosby and Malkin . … The rest is here

RECAP: Vom. PENS LOSE Source: The Pensblog
Uhhhh . Let's see. Without their captain, and two top defenseman the Pens lost 3-2 while playing like piss in the first 30 minutes of the game … Read more

Penguins Report: 12/9/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
6 Pens missing from practice (11:20 AM). 11:55 AM: It’s Friday, it’s Friday. So it’s time to open the Pens Vault … Read the rest here

Zac Rinaldo had infinite cheap shots last night Source: The Pensblog
Everyone is all jammed up about Malkin's swing and miss on Claude Giroux . But how dirty is Zac Rinaldo … See the rest here

Video: Claude Giroux’s ninja reflexes dodge Malkin headshot (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Claude Giroux has had a revelatory season for the Philadelphia Flyers. His 37 points lead the NHL, and have him right in the thick of the Hart Trophy conversation. People all over hockey are buzzing about him being elevated to Continue reading … Go here to read the rest

Video: IN THE ROOM: Episode 1, Part 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
In the debut episode of Pens TV’s new all-access series, In The Room, part 1 (of 3) examines the rigors of training camp & Joe Vitale’s rise from obscurity. … View video here


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Injuries strike Penguins lineup again Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins claim they aren’t cursed. Maybe it only feels that way. … More

Crosby wary of returning too soon Source: Tribune-Review
Sounding fearful of enduring another long layoff, Sidney Crosby on Thursday said he wanted to “err on the side of caution” before returning to game action after he experienced a post-practice headache this week. … See the rest here

Pens powerless in defeat Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins’ troubles with the two-man advantage are well known, but what transpired Thursday night might be a new low. … See more here

Thursday’s Three Stars: Theodore owns Boston; OT thrillers (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
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Penguins caught napping, fall, 3-2, to Flyers Source: Post Gazette
Dan Bylsma shrugged and said that no, he just couldn’t explain it. That’s understandable … See more here

Devils rally for shootout win Source: Post Gazette
Rookie Adam Henrique scored on a backhander in the fourth round of the shootout to give the host New Jersey Devils a 5-4 victory against the Ottawa Senators. Zach Parise and Patrik Elias also scored in the shootout for the Devils, who trailed 3-0 with about 5 minutes left in the second period before scoring four unanswered goals. … Visit link

One specific hit did not cause Crosby’s headache Source: Post Gazette
There was not a specific hit that caused Sidney Crosby’s latest medical issue, according to Penguins coach Dan Bylsma. And neither is it clear what will have to happen for Crosby to return to the lineup. … Excerpt from

Empty Netter Assists – 12-09-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “We just can’t come out flat for two periods and expect to win a game in the third when we’re down 3-0 or 3-1.” – James Neal. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Pens Vault: Vince Lascheid (12/9/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins Vault discovers a recording of beloved Organist Vince Lascheid playing at the Civic Arena. … View video here

Stunned Pic Of The Night 12.8 Source: The Pensblog
screen via @pens4life2 When/Where/Who: December 8, New Jersey, some kid Stunned type : The NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO stunned pic … View post

Polamalu tweaks hamstring in 14-3 win Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Safety Troy Polamalu tweaked his hamstring in the 4th quarter of tonight’s 14-3 win. Head coach Mike Tomlin indicated during his media session that he is not sure on the severity on the injury and that Polamalu was taken out of the game due to precautionary reasons.Polamalu recorded his 1st interception of the season in … See the article here

Flyers hold off Crosby-less Penguins 3-2 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Penguins lost Sidney Crosby, then lost first place in the East. Led by an offense than can rally from a three-goal deficit to win one night then storm to a three-goal lead the next, the Flyers are now the ones rolling atop the conference. Danny Briere, Wayne Simmonds and Scott Hartnell each scored to lift the first-place Flyers to a 3-2 win over the Crosby-less Penguins on Thursday night. … Visit link

Penguins fall to Flyers, 3-2 Source: Post Gazette
PHILADELPHIA — The Penguins mounted a furious comeback after spotting Philadelphia a three-goal lead at the Wells Fargo Center tonight before falling to the Flyers, 3-2. … Continue reading here

Endgame: Flyers 3, Penguins 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Shanahan explains Ville Leino’s 1-game suspension for Read elbow (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Let’s get the important question out of the way first: Is this a new set for the Shanaban videos? No more giant video screens and blue mood lighting? … See the article here

Flyers balls Source: The Pensblog
Flyers were able to hang on for the win. … See the rest here

FIRST PERIOD: Game on Source: The Pensblog
Let's roll. … Read the rest here

Sidney Crosby: Where Does He Rank Among the 15 All-Time Penguins Greats? Source: Bleacher Report
When Sidney Crosby returnedtothe Penguins lineup, much discussion has been had on where he stands among the greats of the game, how he stacks up to the other players in the league, whether he is a vampire and many other issues of great importance. Yesterday, the news broke that Sid would miss the next two Penguins games as a precaution. You can check out James Conley’s article on that for more information. … Excerpt from

Video: Battle of Pennsylvania Source: penguins.nhl.com
Big hits exchanged between the Flyers and Penguins, with Matt Cooke firing the opening volley and Zac Rinaldo answering. … Watch video here

Video: Flower’s Flicks Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury bounces the puck on his stick after a save. … See video here

Video: Water Bottle in Danger Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal finds a top shelf target to put the Penguins on the board. … View video here

Video: Geno-rmous Goal Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin rips one in off of a blind pass from Brooks Orpik. … Video here

Video: Making His Marc Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury sprawls to stop Claude Giroux. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: James Neal (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to the media after falling to the Philadelphia Flyers. … See this video

Video: Post-Game: Brooks Orpik (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to the media after falling to the Philadelphia Flyers. … Watch video here

Video: Post-Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media after falling to the Philadelphia Flyers. … See video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after falling to the Philadelphia Flyers. … View video here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-08-2011

Thursday, December 8th, 2011

Penguins F Crosby hopeful of skating Friday (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby did not suffer a concussion after taking his latest big hit and should skate again by Friday. Crosby sat out Thursday’s game against Philadelphia and will skip Saturday’s game against the Islanders. … The rest is here

Pens-Flyers In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
6:40 PM: Lots to report from the Pens’ first visit of the season to the City of Brotherly Love. The Pens will be without captain Sidney Crosby, as he’s sitting out tonight’s game and Saturday’s tilt in Long Island as a precautionary measu… … See more here

Puck Previews: Penguins vs. Flyers; Sharks demote Marleau (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Back by popular demand, here are your Puck Previews: Spotlighting the key games in NHL action, news and views as well as general frivolity. Make sure to stop back here for the nightly Three Stars when the games are finished. Continue reading … Go here to read the rest

Wild life: Meet Minnesota, the best team in the NHL (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Forget the trap. … See the article here

Gameday 29 – Flyers Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (16-8-4) @ Philadelphia Flyers (16-7-3) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, NHLN-US , CSN-PH Wells Fargo Center – Philadelphia, PA We're not sure what is more sad: The fact that Sidney Crosby isn't playing tonight or the fact that the fans in Philadelphia will still chant “CROSBY SUCKS” whenever they get the chance. The Flyers are 7-3-0 in their last ten and they're one point behind the Penguins for the Atlantic Division and Eastern Conference lead. They've played two fewer games than the Penguins. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins at Flyers – 12-08-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from: -The wrong side of the State. -We acted like a mega-lame tourist last night and hit up an institution of this city: (Pretty average foot by the way … Continued here

Crosby “being smart” by sitting out 2 games (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby hopes to skate again as early as Friday after being assured by his doctors that he does not have another concussion. … See the article here

No indication Sidney Crosby sustained another concussion (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Even though Sidney Crosby will sit out the next two games, there is no indication the Pittsburgh Penguins star has sustained another concussion. Crosby and coach Dan Bylsma said on the team’s website they are just being especially cautious. … Read more

Philadelphia Flyers & Pittsburgh Penguins Lines For Tonight’s Game Source: The Pensblog
Pens and Flyers for the first time this year. It's weird that these two teams played each other three times in October last season , but that they haven't met until now this year. Pittsburgh Penguins Lines from Penguins.NHL.com : Steve Sullivan – Evgeni Malkin – James Neal Chris Kunitz – Jordan Staal – Tyler Kennedy Matt Cooke – Joe Vitale – Pascal Dupuis Arron Asham – Craig Adams – Steve MacIntyre Roberto Bortuzzo – Brooks Orpik Simon Despres – Paul Martin Alexandre Picard – Matt Niskanen Marc-Andre Fleury Philadelphia Flyers Lines from Empty Netters : Scott Hartnell – Claude Giroux – Jaromir Jagr James van Riemsdyk – Daniel Briere – Wayne Simmonds Matt Read – Maxime Talbot – Jakub Voracek Harry Zolnierczyk – Sean Couturier – Zac Rinaldo Kimmo Timonen – Braydon Coburn Matt Carle – Marc-Andre Bourdon Andrej Meszaros – Kevin Marshall Ilya Bryzgalov/Sergei Bobrovsky The Flyers played last night and Bryzgalov was in net, so it's not known if he'll play tonight as well … View post

Puck Headlines: Ovechkin, Bourdon unpunished; Sutton suspended (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. Devin Dubnyk makes it rain … Read more here

Welcome back Mac… Intyre? – 12-09-11 Source: Empty Netters
(We really wanted that headline to work. Sorry.) Another day, another injury related development with the Penguins. This one is positive however … The rest is here

Video: IN THE ROOM: Trailer Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens TV’s new all-access show, In The Room, debuts Friday, December 9, 2011. … See video here

Video: Civic Arena Roof Ornaments Source: penguins.nhl.com
Katie O gives you info on how to order these one of a kind Christmas Ornaments being made out of the old Civic Arena roof. … Watch video here

Sidney Crosby Update Source: The Pensblog
Yes, we're back to doing these… … Read this article

Crosby: I Just Want to be Smart with This Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma said that there is no indication that Sidney Crosby has a concussion at this time and that holding him out of the lineup for the next two games is simply a precautionary step. … Visit link

Post-Morning Skate Update: Engelland not ready to return & Game Day Tidbits Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Update & Tidbits — The Philadelphia Flyers (16-7-3, 35 pts) have a chance to surpass the Penguins (16-8-4, 36 pts) for the best record in the Eastern Conference tonight. Coming off a 5-4 come from behind OT win last night vs Buffalo, Philadelphia has won three straight and entering tonight’s game averaging a … Follow this link

Bruins’ hits make Penguins cautious with Crosby Source: Post Gazette
PHILADELPHIA — Penguins coach Dan Bylsma said today that center Sidney Crosby “took a couple of hits” against Boston Monday night and “didn’t feel 100 percent after the game.” … Read the rest here

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Penguins say Crosby doesn’t have concussion Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins star Sidney Crosby felt a slight headache following Wednesday’s practice, which prompted the team to make the decision that he would miss the next two games. … More here

Dejan Kovacevic chat transcript Source: Tribune-Review
View a transcript of Tribune-Review sports columnist Dejan Kovacevic’s weekly chat with readers. … Continued here

Pens Morning Skate: Looks like MacIntyre will come off IR for tonight’s game Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pens Pre-Game Buzz Penguins forward Richard Park traveled with the team to Philadelphia but Park will not be able to give it a go for tonight’s game due to a leg injury, leaving the Penguins down to activating Steve MacIntyre off of Injured Reserve or recalling a forward if the team wants to dress 12 … Read more

Pittsburgh Penguins: 4 Philadelphia Flyers to Watch in Cross-State Matchup Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins will take on the Philadelphia Flyers tonight for the first time this season. Injury news has once again dominated the coverage surrounding the Pens. Previously, Kris Letang and Zbynek Michalek were sidelined with a concussion … Visit link

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers: The 2010-2011 Season Source: The Pensblog
It's going to be a big, emotional game against the Flyers tonight. Even if Jaromir Jagr and Max Talbot weren't wearing orange and black, it would still be our first look at the new look, 2011-2012 Philadelphia Flyers and it would still be a game between two of the biggest rivals in the league. … Read more here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears and Sam Kasan break down tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Paul Martin (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Paul Martin talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Brooks Orpik (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … Watch here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … View video here

Video: Game-Day: Craig Adams (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Craig Adams talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers. … See video here

Jerry Sandusky posts $250,000 bail Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Jerry Sandusky didn’t last long in jail. The Associated Press is reporting that Sandusky has posted $250,000 bail after spending a night in jail, following new child sex abuse charges filed against him. … Follow this link

Canada Taking Skilled Approach at World Juniors Source: penguins.nhl.com
CALGARY — If Team Canada is going to earn its first gold medal at the World Junior Championship since 2009, it is skill that will give them the opportunity. That’s what Hockey Canada is expecting after announcing the 41 hopefuls who earned in… … Read more here

Morrow, Harrington One Step Closer to World Juniors Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins prospects Joseph Morrow and Scott Harrington thoroughly impressed at Pittsburgh’s training camp in September, earning long looks with the team. … The rest is here

Penguins vs. Flyers: ‘Dishonorable’ Jaromir Jagr fuels the feud (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
After the staged histrionics of the Flyers/Rangers feud this season, it’s nice to have an authentic blood-rivalry over which to salivate. The Pittsburgh Penguins and the Philadelphia Flyers hate each other only slightly less than their fans hate each other, Continue reading … More here

6 things to know about the Flyers Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. Read more for the breakdown… 1. … Read the rest here

Penguins Report: Game Day at Philadelphia Source: penguins.nhl.com
Crosby out for next 2 games (10:10 AM). … Read this article

Max Talbot: The road to December 8th Source: The Pensblog
(Re-posted from October 3rd) To put in perspective how long Max Talbot wore a Penguins uniform, he probably accepted a pass or two from Mario Lemieux during game action. Talbot made the 2005-2006 opening-night roster and played 48 games, scoring 5G 3A . The most memorable moment of that first season was his first career NHL goal: He played the rest of that 2005-2006 season in Wilkes-Barre, but Pens fans knew he'd be back. He was scrappy; he was little; you rooted for him. A handful of games into the 2006-2007 season, he returned to Pittsburgh and didn't leave until July 1, 2011. If we had to pinpoint something memorable he did during the 06-07 season, it was helping to ignite the furious comeback in Washington. Interestingly enough, his 13 goals that season is his career-high. Not kidding. Then came the 2007-2008 season. We're guessing this is when that first A&L commercial came out. His popularity among Pens fans exploded, and he was still committed to bringing everything he had, even though he was a victim of the High Ankle Sprain curse that swept throughout the Pens locker room. The playoffs came around, and the Pens rolled through the Eastern Conference. In Game Two of the ECF against the Flyers, he scored a huge goal to put the Pens in front halfway through the third. We remember this because, one, it was a huge goal, two, there's a great pic of it and, three, Gary Roberts assisted on it … Continued here

DVE: Mario Douchebag Jagr Source: The Pensblog
DVE with the parody song. You can listen here . For some reason it isn't embedding. … The rest is here

Jaromir Jagr: The road to December 8th Source: The Pensblog
Let this sentence live forever on the Internet… We will always be fans of Double J. But there was definitely a period in there where we despised him and we booed him from time to time. … Excerpt from

About the Flyers – 12-08-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Flyers. When and where: 7 p.m. … Visit link

Crosby stays home as precaution Source: Post Gazette
Sidney Crosby got hit a few times Monday in the Penguins 3-1 loss against Boston, once in a collision with linemate Chris Kunitz, and the aftereffects have grounded the Penguins captain and center. … More here

Concussion lessons need to start early (The Victoria Times Colonist) Source: Yahoo Sports
Former NHLer Geoff Courtnall speaks out on debilitating injury … Read more

VIDEO: Is Krejci’s elbow the reason Crosby is out? Source: The Pensblog
Beast work by Mike Colligan over at the hockey writers . A lot of people thought the collision with Kunitz is what knocked Crosby out of the lineup, but this video may be the smoking gun: Colligan's story is a must read Little tid-bit here: After a neutral zone faceoff , Crosby slashed Krejci in the leg causing the Bruins center to chop back … Read more

RNH leading the way for rookie class in NHL Source: Tribune-Review
He was the No. 1 pick, he’s been compared to The Great One, and he definitely is one to watch in the NHL. Indeed, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has long been worthy of top billing. … Read more here

Former Penguins GM joins Columbus’ staff Source: Tribune-Review
The Columbus Blue Jackets named former Penguins general manager and coach Craig Patrick their senior advisor of hockey operations. … The rest is here

Starkey: Talbot criticism ludicrous Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins weren’t “loyal” to Max Talbot in the form of offering a raise, nor were they obligated to be so. Business is business. … Go here to read the rest

Pens prep to meet former teammate Talbot Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins visit the Flyers at Wells Fargo Center, and Max Talbot has found a new home in Philadelphia, posting six goals and six assists in 25 games. … Read the rest here

Penguins star Crosby to sit as ‘precaution’ Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins are coming off a physical home loss in which Sidney Crosby banged knees with left wing Chris Kunitz in the third period, but neither missed a shift. … Read this article

Penguins’ Orpik: Jagr talk is ‘for the fans’ Source: Tribune-Review
Jaromir Jagr publicly flirted with the Penguins before signing a one-year, $3.3 million deal with the Flyers in the offseason. … Continue reading here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-08-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Sidney Crosby (above) will miss the next two games as a precaution due to an apparent head ailment . … Follow this link

Thriving Jagr focuses on present, not any what ifs Source: Post Gazette
Sometimes, you can learn a lot by watching someone when they do not realize anyone’s looking. … Read the rest here

Patrick joins Columbus staff Source: Post Gazette
The struggling Columbus Blue Jackets Wednesday named former Penguins general manager Craig Patrick, a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame and a two-time Stanley Cup champion, as their new senior advisor of hockey operations. … View post

Giroux earns big accolades from Talbot Source: Post Gazette
Philadelphia center Max Talbot got a close look at what makes longtime friend and former teammate Sidney Crosby of the Penguins tick, particularly the incredible focus and work ethic. In his first season with the Flyers, Talbot sees a lot of those qualities in center Claude Giroux … Continued here

Stunned Pic Of The Night: 12.7 Source: The Pensblog
When/where/who : December 7th, Buffalo, some Sabres douchebag after the Flyers win in OT. Stunned type: The Buffalo douche stance. … View post

So, the Islanders are still bizarre Source: The Pensblog
via the SportsGrid : The New York Islanders have a t-shirt gatling gun. Maybe that is why Crosby didn't make the road trip? … Read this article

Penguins vs. Flyers Scouting Report Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins Overall: 16-8-4-36 Home: 8-2-2-18 Road: 8-6-2-18 WHEN: Dec. 8, 2011 – 7:00… … See the article here

Video: Scouting Report: Philadelphia (12/7/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo gives us the details on what’s in store for the Pens as they head to the City of Brotherly Love. … See this video

Video: Radio Rewind: Dan Potash (12/8/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dan Potash drops in with Steve Mears at Kids Open Practice. … Click here to view video

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PensHead Daily Links 12-07-2011

Wednesday, December 7th, 2011

NHL roundup: Crosby to miss 2 games (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby will miss the next two games for precautionary reasons after taking a hard hit in a game Monday, the team announced Wednesday. “Sidney took a hard hit during our game against Boston Monday night and wasn’t feeling 100 percent,”… … Read the rest here

Penguins’ Crosby to miss 2 games (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby will miss the next two games for precautionary reasons after taking a hard hit in a game Monday, the team announced Wednesday. “Sidney took a hard hit during our game against Boston Monday night and wasn’t feeling 100 percent,”… … Read more

Fan’s View: NHL Realignment Misses the Mark with Four "Conferences" (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
With the official announcement of the new NHL realignment, fans have been left to digest what it all might mean for the league, its teams and its rivalries. Ostensibly, the realignment stemmed from the move of the Atlanta franchise to Winnipeg, as well as the need to improve the… … Continued here

Penguins decide to rest Crosby after hit (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby’s will miss the next two games as a precaution following a collision with teammate Chris Kunitz in Monday night’s loss to Boston. … Read the rest here

Crosby to miss 2 games after colliding with Kunitz (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby’s will miss the next two games as a precaution following a collision with teammate Chris Kunitz in Monday night’s loss to Boston. General manager Ray Shero said Wednesday the former MVP wasn’t “feeling 100 percent” after inadvertently running into Kunitz in the third period and will sit out Thursday’s game in Philadelphia and… … Link

Collision to keep Crosby out of Penguins’ next two games Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Sidney Crosby will sit out the next two games as a precaution after colliding with teammate Craig Kunitz on Monday night. … The rest is here

Crosby to miss Penguins’ next two games Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center and captain Sidney Crosby will miss the next two games, Thursday night in Philadelphia and Saturday against the Islanders in New York, the team said in a release late this afternoon. … Excerpt from

Sidney Crosby to Miss Pittsburgh Penguins’ Next 2 Games as Precaution Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins announced Wednesday afternoon that Sidney Crosby will be held out of the Penguins’ next two games, Thursday in Philadelphia and Saturday on Long Island, as a precautionary measure. Crosby took a few solid hits in the Boston Bruins game Monday and appeared visibly less aggressive than at other points during this season … Read this article

Pens Sidney Crosby visits with concussion specialist, will sit out next two games Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby participated fully in today’s practice but Crosby will be held out of the lineup for the next two games, the team announced this afternoon. Crosby, according to GM Ray Shero, saw concussion specialist Dr. … Read more here

Crosby to sit out two games as precaution (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Pittsburgh Penguins say Sidney Crosby to sit out next two games as a precaution. … Continue reading here

Sidney Crosby To Miss The Next Two Games Source: The Pensblog
The fans in Philadelphia may need to come up with a new chant for tomorrow. From the Pittsburgh Penguins official website : Sidney Crosby did not accompany the Pittsburgh Penguins on their road trip to Philadelphia today and will sit out the next two games as a precaution. “Sidney took a hard hit during our game against Boston Monday night and wasn't feeling 100 percent,” Penguins General Manager Ray Shero said … More here

Crosby to Miss Next Two Games Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby did not accompany the Pittsburgh Penguins on their road trip to Philadelphia today and will sit out the next two games as a precaution. “Sidney took a hard hit during our game against Boston Monday night and wasn’t feeling 10… … The rest is here

Old Friend, New Foe Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will see a few new faces in the lineup for the revamped Philadelphia Flyers Thursday night at Wells Fargo Center. But one of the newest Flyers will have a familiar grin staring back at the Penguins: Maxime Talbot. … … Read more here

Jackets hire Craig Patrick as senior advisor (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The struggling Blue Jackets have named Craig Patrick, a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame and a two-time Stanley Cup champion, their new senior advisor of hockey operations. … Follow this link

Blue Jackets hire Craig Patrick as senior advisor (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
The struggling Blue Jackets have named Craig Patrick, a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame and a two-time Stanley Cup champion, their new senior advisor of hockey operations. … Follow this link

Former Pens GM Craig Patrick back in NHL with Blue Jackets Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Former Penguins GM Craig Patrick, the architect of two Penguin Stanley Cups in the 1990′s, is finally back in the NHL, after being fired by the Penguins in April 2006. Patrick is joining the Columbus Blue Jackets to serve as a senior advisor in the hockey operations department, Jackets GM Scott Howson announced today. Patrick … View post

Crosby sidelined next two games – 12-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins’ captain Sidney Crosby will be sidelined for the next two games due to an apparent head ailment. … Excerpt from

The Columbus Blue Jackets Hire Craig Patrick Source: The Pensblog
Via Columbus Blue Jackets' General Manager Scott Howson's Twitter account : Craig Patrick was the general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins from 1989 to 2006. He also coached the Penguins on two occasions. … More here

Post-Practice Tidbits: No regulars on blueline expected back vs high scoring Flyers Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Practice Buzz Just a few nights after facing the second highest scoring team in the NHL, the Penguins will face the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night, the NHL’s highest scoring team, averaging 3.52 goals per game. For the Penguins, they will go into the matchup with an inexperienced blueline and without several regulars. Of note, … Continue reading here

Twenty Years Later – Blues 6, Penguins 1 – 12-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2011-12 season. We will examine the Penguins’ 1991-92 season which led to the second Stanley … … More here

The Departed – Mark Letestu – 12-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
“The Departed” series on Empty Netters is a set of “eulogies” for former Penguins who have passed away… to other teams … Read more here

Video: Off-Day: Sidney Crosby (12/07/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks to the media after Wednesday morning’s practice. … View video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (12/07/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media following Wednesday’s morning skate. … Watch video here

Video: Off-Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (12/07/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media following Wednesday morning’s practice. … View video here

Video: Off-Day: Chris Kunitz (12/07/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz talks to the media following Wednesday morning’s practice. … View video here

Crosby full participant in today’s practice, looks good to go for Flyers game Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins Sidney Crosby was back on the ice today and a full participant in practice after sitting out yesterday’s skate due to a sore right knee. Crosby skated well and will play tomorrow night vs Philadelphia. It’s a team that brings out the best in Crosby … See the rest here

Max Talbot Compares Claude Giroux To Sidney Crosby Source: The Pensblog
” Max Talbot says Claude Giroux is just as good as Sidney Crosby ” is the headline of this piece at Pro Hockey Talk . Unsurprisingly, Max Talbot has opened his mouthagain to draw attention to himself. It's conveniently while HBO is filming for 24/7 … See the rest here

STATS: Jagr vs TK and Sullivan Source: The Pensblog
In the offseason, Jaromir Jagr signed for 3.3 million with the Flyers. The Penguins had that money available but they decided to pay Tyler Kennedy 2.0 million and Steve Sullivan 1.5 million. Basically, the Pens got two players instead of one. … See the article here

Penguins Report: 12/7/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
No Engelland, Park or Michalek at practice (11:00 AM). 11:33 AM: More practice pics.. … More here

Retro Penguins Clip: Game Four, 1992 Patrick Division Final Source: The Pensblog
The NHL's new realignment plan brings memories of the old Patrick Division flooding back and that brings us to this clip of the 1992 Patrick Division Final: With Mario Lemieux out of action following an Adam Graves slash , the Penguins entered game four of the series trailing the Rangers 2-1. … Continued here

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Adam’s Journey has added a photo to the pool: Mike Lange and Chuck Kaiton answer questions from fans during the Carolina Hurricanes annual Season Ticket Holder Pre-Game Skate Event – 12/3/11

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BEST OF: Steigerwald meme Source: The Pensblog
There's really nothing else going on. rabble rabble Paul Martin rabble rabble More: … The rest is here

Pens’ Crosby misses practice, should be fine Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Sidney Crosby was excused from an optional practice at Consol Energy Center, but his knee injury doesn’t appear to be serious. … See the rest here

Kovacevic: NHL alignment a starry sight Source: Tribune-Review
It’s a remarkable achievement, this National Hockey League realignment, not only in its relative ease but also for its long-term dynamics. … See the article here

Player safety at the forefront of NHL meeting Source: Tribune-Review
Player safety was a major topic, as the league wrapped up its two-day Board of Governors meeting in Pebble Beach, Calif. … Read this article

Pens Approve of New NHL Conference Format Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins are going back to the future. At least, that’s sort of how the NHL’s new realignment and playoff format is shaping up following Monday evening’s 26-4 vote by the Board of Governors in approving a new four-conference … … Excerpt from

Empty Netter Assists – 12-07-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” It’s a game that I’ve marked on the calendar. I still talk to the guys. … Visit link

Talbot max-ing out with Philadelphia Source: Post Gazette
VOORHEES, N.J. … More

Clarkson leads New Jersey past Toronto Source: Post Gazette
David Clarkson scored twice, including 2:40 into overtime to give the visiting New Jersey Devils a 3-2 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs Tuesday night. Ilya Kovalchuk also scored for the Devils, who got 31 saves from Martin Brodeur. Phil Kessel scored his 17th goal of the season for Toronto, and Matt Frattin also scored for the Leafs … More

Barnaby’s problems continue to mount Source: Post Gazette
Fired ESPN hockey analyst Matthew Barnaby’s drunken-driving charge jeopardizes an agreement the former NHL player reached to avoid potential deportation after an arrest earlier this year. … View post

Day off designed to help bumps, bruises heal for some forwards Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins mustered only 17 players at practice Tuesday. The reasons for the absences were assorted. Four forwards — Sidney Crosby, Pascal Dupuis, James Neal and Arron Asham — were given maintenance days for what coach Dan Bylsma called “bumps and bruises.” Bylsma indicated they are expected to return to practice today. … View post

Video: UPMC Spotlight: Pascal Dupuis (12/7/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
UPMC Spotlight takes a look at the stellar performance of Pascal Dupuis. … View video

RMU president blasts the PG for lack of RMU hockey coverage Source: The Pensblog
A friend passed this along. Pretty interesting read. RMU president Gregory G. … Continue reading here

Stunned Pic Of The Night 12.6: Stunned and sex eyes Source: The Pensblog
Two-part stunned pic in one. #1 Stunned type: Vintage stunned pic … More

Bruins keep rolling, drop Crosby and Penguins 3-1 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Boston Bruins reminded Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins that Stanley Cup champions aren’t crowned in October. … See the rest here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-06-2011

Tuesday, December 6th, 2011

The John Steigerwald Meme Source: The Pensblog
The boys over at HEYYYYY FANNNSSSS have started the John Steigerwald meme over at QuickMeme . … The rest is here

The Kid’s all right, whistling man Source: The Pensblog
Crosby's OK. And Lovejoy is expected back in 2 to 4 weeks. … See the rest here

Breaking down NHL’s realignment proposal (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – This was never about finding a perfect system. … See more here

Readers share thoughts on #NHL realignment. Source: Chipped Ice
We asked, and a good many of you answered. … More here

Puck Headlines: NHL All-Star voting; realignment reaction (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. Evgeni Malkin poses with a xenomorph, moments after an Android Dan Continue reading … Read the rest here

Penguins Crosby Climbs to Second Place Among Forwards in All-Star Fan Balloting Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby continued to climb the leaderboard in NHL All-Star Fan Balloting by receiving over 114,000 votes last week to move into second place among forwards with 320,865 cumulative votes. Crosby, who ranks fourth amo… … Continue reading here

Predicting the Last East/West Playoffs as We Know Them: Eastern Addition Source: Bleacher Report
As most of you know, the NHL Board of Governors approved the realignment from two divisions to four. The new, still unnamed conferences will consist of two of eight teams and two of seven. Along with the regular season differences, there will be a very different look in the playoff structure, which will now see the top four teams from each conference advancing to the playoffs … The rest is here

Pens Open Practice to Enthusiastic Students Source: penguins.nhl.com
You would have thought Justin Bieber was in town early Tuesday morning as the CONSOL Energy Center was rocking with more approx. 8,000 students in the stands for the fourth annual Students Open Practice. … Read more here

Here is the audio of John Steigerwald vs Ryan Lambert Source: The Pensblog
Listen to the Ryan Lambert vs. John Steigerwald radio battle from Greg Wyshynski on Vimeo . … The rest is here

In other news Evgeni Malkin posed with the Alien from Alien Source: The Pensblog
Via PSAMP : No idea. … Follow this link

Listen to the Ryan Lambert vs. John Steigerwald radio battle (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
In Monday’s What We Learned, Ryan Lambert ripped apart a column by John Steigerwald, columnist for Washington (Pa.) Observer-Reporter that attempted to link Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals to steroids. Among the lapses in fact: Steigerwald connected Ovechkin to Continue reading … View post

John Steigerwald vs Ryan Lambert Source: The Pensblog
Apparently John Steigerwald just went toe-to-toe with Yahoo's Ryan Lambert on some bizarre triblive show. … Read the rest here

Brad Marchand answers for his slew-foot vs. Penguins (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday night, Brad Marchand of the Boston Bruins pulled a nefarious move against Matt Niskanen near the end boards: a slew-foot, that deplorable cheap shot in which he took out Niskanen’s feet. But then a Continue reading … More here

Video: Off-Day: Craig Adams (12/6/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Craig Adams talks to reporters following Tuesday’s morning practice. … View video here

Video: Off-Day: Brooks Orpik (12/6/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to reporters following Tuesday’s morning skate. … To see video click here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (12/6/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following Tuesday’s morning skate. … Watch video here

Video: Red Kettle Collection: The Salvation Army Source: penguins.nhl.com
Please help the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Salvation Army by donating this holiday season. … Watch here

Video: Students Open Practice (12/06/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Over 8,000 students watch the Penguins practice at the CONSOL Energy Center Tuesday morning. … Watch video here

Crosby among players who miss Penguins practice Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Sidney Crosby did not skate with his teammates today at practice at Consol Energy Center after colliding with teammate Chris Kunitz in the third period of a 3-1 loss to the Boston Bruins last night. … See the rest here

Bad day? Well at least you aren’t Matthew Barnaby Source: The Pensblog
Via AwfulAnnouncing : And now things have certainly spiraled to new lows for Barnaby as he was arrested for a DWI after spotted driving erratically on a rim, causing a lot of sparks that led to residents calling the police. Barnaby has since been let go by ESPN and there are signs of some more ominous things to come … The rest is here

Penguins Report: 2011 Students Open Practice Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:26 AM: Crosby comes out on the bench to interview with Steiggy and Bourquey. The students scream in approval. … Read more

NHL realignment = Inferior product – 12-06-11 Source: Empty Netters
The NHL announced dramatic realignment changes for 2012-13 late last night. Pending approval from the NHLPA, there will no longer be six divisions within two conferences. Instead you will have four separate, distinct conferences: -First, there will be two conferences of seven teams in the east. … More

Penguins stay with rivals in new NHL setup Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins will stay close to their most familiar foes, including the rival Flyers, in the sweeping new NHL realignment. … Continued here

RECAP: The Champs Were Here. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
Tim Thomas looks like someone who was on the Titanic. If this was March or April, we'd be concerned. But the game was against the world champs in December … See the rest here


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Penguins ‘powerless’ in loss to Bruins at Consol Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins played perhaps their sloppiest game of the season in a loss to the defending Stanley Cup champion Boston Bruins. … View post

Notebook: Letang, Michalek remain out of lineup Source: Post Gazette
Penguins defensemen Kris Letang and Zbynek Michalek are out indefinitely because of concussions that were diagnosed over the weekend. The two were injured Nov … Continue reading here

League approves realignment plan Source: Post Gazette
NHL officials approved a radical realignment plan Monday that will give the league four conferences instead of six divisions and guarantee home-and-home series among all teams. … Read the rest here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-06-11 Source: Empty Netters
Realignment -First things first, the NHL approves realignment . We’ll have a big-time post coming up on this at 11 a.m … Read the rest here

Letang, Michalek are hit with concussions Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma announced that defensemen Kris Letang and Zbynek Michalek, who were both injured in Montreal, have concussions. … View post

Bettman pulled strings in realignment vote (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The new NHL realignment wasn’t ideal for everybody, but Commissioner Gary Bettman saw to it that the vote passed anyway. … Link

Monday’s Three Stars: Panthers, Bruins rule; quality Phaneuf’ing (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Stephen Weiss, Florida Panthers The Panthers veteran scored the first and last goals for his team, adding an assist in between during their 5-4 victory over the Washington Capitals. … Follow this link

Thomas too tough: Penguins lose as Boston kills off two 5-on-3s Source: Post Gazette
The NHL’s Board of Governors agreed on a realignment plan for the 2012-13 season Monday night, and the news wasn’t good for the Penguins. … See more here

Video: Daniel Paille’s helmet on helmet hit on Evgeni Malkin (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
In the third period of the Boston Bruins’ 3-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday night, Evgeni Malkin avoided a Zdeno Chara hit and then skated right into a helmet-to-helmet check by Daniel Paille. … See the article here

Campbell: Realignment plan promising, but unfinished (TheHockeyNews.com) Source: Yahoo Sports
The approved four-conference format is a good step, but why leave an important unanswered question? … See the article here

Video: Great Moments in Penguins History (12/6/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Bob Grove takes us back to the 1982 season when Anders Hakansson became the first European born-and-trained player to dress for the Pens. … Watch here

Stunned Pic Of The Night 12.5 Source: The Pensblog
Stunned type: This is a rarity. A person in the act of stunning. Not captured often … Continue reading here

Bruins keep rolling, drop Crosby and Penguins (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The Boston Bruins reminded Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins that Stanley Cup champions aren’t crowned in October. … See the rest here

NHL approve realignment, keep Penguins, Flyers together Source: Post Gazette
NHL officials approved a radical realignment plan Monday that will give the league four conferences instead of six divisions and guarantee home-and-home series among all teams. … More

Bruins vs. Penguins Would Be Dream Matchup for Eastern Conference Finals Source: Bleacher Report
Zdeno Chara is the new Ray Bourque. Sidney Crosby is the new Super Mario. Tim Thomas and Tuukka Rask fill the pads once occupied by Andy Moog and Reggie Lemelin … More

NHL realignment: So what do you think? (also, suggested conference names) Source: Chipped Ice
The official release from the NHL regarding a radical realignment propsal that must be approved by the NHLPA, but should begin for the 2012-13 season: PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (Dec. 5, 2011) — The National Hockey League Board of Governors tonight approved a four-Conference alignment format and authorized Commissioner Gary Bettman to implement this proposal, pending input … Read more here

Endgame: Bruins 3, Penguins 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Realignment is basically official: A guide to understanding it Source: The Pensblog
@dagmar27 So, this is what the league will look like in 2012-2013. Head to the NHL explanation of this. Okay, some things to understand during the regular season … Excerpt from

Penguins come up short against Bruins, 3-1 Source: Post Gazette
In a matchup of the top teams in the Eastern Conference, the Penguins came up short, 3-1, against the Boston Bruins tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Follow this link

Pens Remain with Rivals in New Format Source: penguins.nhl.com
The National Hockey League Board of Governors Monday approved a four-conference alignment format that places the Penguins in a conference with Philadelphia, Washington, the New York Rangers, the New York Islanders, New Jersey and Carolina. Pend… … More here

Caps, Hurricanes to join Pens Conference: Major realignment approved by Board of Governors Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Major realignment has been approved today by the Board of Governors as the NHL will implement a new four conference format starting in 2012-2013. The Penguins conference will consist of the Philadelphia Flyers, New York Rangers, New York Islanders, New Jersey Devils, Washington Capitals and Carolina Hurricanes. Seven team conferences which the Penguins are in, … More

Pens lose 3-1 Source: The Pensblog
Couldn't score on those 5-on-3s . Couldn't shoot, either. We ride. … Read more

NHL approves 4-conference realignment, new playoff format (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL’s Board of Governors approved a new four-conference format for the League beginning in 2012-13, with two conferences of seven teams and two conferences of eight teams. Every team in the NHL will play home-and-home; the Stanley Cup Playoffs Continue reading … See more here

Penguins Prospects Kenny Agostino and Josh Archibald Invited to Team USA World Junior Championship Tryouts Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins forward prospects Kenny Agostino and Josh Archibald were among 30 players invited today to Team USA’s World Junior Championship tryout camp Dec. 17-23 at the Edgeworth Centre in Camrose, Alberta. Also invited to … … Continue reading here

Bruins at Penguins: Shorthanded Pens Blue Line Takes on NHL’s Hottest Club Source: Bleacher Report
A battle between the East’s top teams is set for Monday night in Pittsburgh. The white-hot Boston Bruins come to town to take on the Pittsburgh Penguins , who will be without four of their seven defensive starters … View post

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (12/5/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Nemacolin Big 5 from Dec. 5 features five questions with five Pittsburgh Penguins players. … See this video

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (12/5/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection Plays originally aired during the Pittsburgh Penguin’s Dec. 5 match up against the Boston Bruins. … To see video click here

Video: Iron Workers (12/5/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Forward Tyler Kennedy is featured in this Iron Workers Building of a Champion from 12/5/11. … See video here

Video: Campbell, Vitale Fight Source: penguins.nhl.com
Boston’s Gregory Campbell and Pittsburgh’s Joe Vitale fight. … See video here

Video: I Got It! Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins head coach Dan Bylsma shows he’s still got the athletic prowess with a jumping catch of a puck heading out of play. … Click here to view video

Video: Post-Game: Matt Niskanen (12/5/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Niskanen talks to the media after 3-1 loss against the Boston Bruins. … Video here

NHL Predictions: Where Will Current Division Leaders Be at Season’s End? Source: Bleacher Report
The NHL season has passed the quarter pole and given us some surprising early division races. There is still a long way to go and being in first place in December does not guarantee you anything. Where will the six division leaders end up at the end of the season? … Read more

Video: Post-Game: Sidney Crosby (12/5/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks to the media after 3-1 loss against the Boston Bruins. … See video here

Video: Skate With The Greats Ticket Sale Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins alumni and their wives sold tickets to “Skate with the Greats” which will be held on December 19 at the Penguins Pond. … Click here to view video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (12/5/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following tonight’s loss to the Boston Bruins. … View video here

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PensHead Daily Links 12-02-2011

Friday, December 2nd, 2011

Mistakes we made today Source: The Pensblog
-Woke up -Called Jordan Staal's penalty a boarding call instead of charging. -Called today Friday December 1st -don't care … Continue reading here

How John Carlson, Sean Bergenheim escaped Shanahammer (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
On Thursday night, there were two incidents that had some fans asking about supplemental discipline from the NHL: John Carlson’s flailing headshot on Matt Cooke at the end of the Washington Capitals’ game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, and Florida Panthers Continue reading … Read the rest here

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins News and Notes: Dec. 2, 2011 Source: Bleacher Report
The last month of 2011 is upon us, which means the AHL schedule will begin heating up for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins . Unfortunately, the Penguins come into December having dropped six of their last seven games, and although they are still one of the top teams in the AHL’s East Division, they have to turn it around fast to stay in the thick of things. The player movement carousel has started moving once again, taking three defensemen on a ride. Meanwhile, one forward was released from a tryout contract and is now looking for a place to play … Read more here

Pens’ Bylsma Has Proven to Be Elite Coach Source: penguins.nhl.com
WASHINGTON — The news of three coaches getting pink slips this week gave Dan Bylsma reason to pause, reflect and contemplate his own future in the high-stakes, zero-security coaching business. … Read more here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (12/2/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after practice. … View video here

Puck Daddy chats with Alex Ovechkin about role in Boudreau firing, Dale Hunter’s system and rivalry with Sidney Crosby (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The firing of Bruce Boudreau is still being talked about in Washington and beyond. Blame for what happened, including the Washington Capitals’ recent struggles, is being directed at one player the team captain, Alex Ovechkin. Some people question his Continue reading … Read this article

Nugent-Hopkins wins 2nd rookie of the month (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
EDMONTON – Edmonton Oilers centre Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is getting into the habit of winning rookie of the month awards. … Continued here

Blues man: St. Louis humming Hitchcock’s tune (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Taking over a team during the season was tougher than Ken Hitchcock expected, but the venerable coach has helped St. Louis turn the corner. … Follow this link

Penguins Report: 12/2/11 Source: penguins.nhl.com
1:17 PM: The only Pens skating in the optional practice are Park, Vitale, MacIntyre, Bortuzzo, Despres and Johnson. … Read more

NHL down to two realignment plans: One easy, one radical (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL realignment debate has been raging since the Winnipeg Jets were kept in the Southeast Division following their departure from Atlanta. The Detroit Red Wings claim they’ve been promised a move to the Eastern Conference, or at the very Continue reading … Follow this link

PHOTOSHOP EXPO: The girl that hates Crosby Source: The Pensblog
So this girl went the Caps vs Pens game last night with the intent on making fun of Sidney Crosby: So guess what, when you make fun of Sidney Crosby, we're going to be in your mouth. So Stephen S created a blank customizable poster and everyone went to town … Link

#OccupyTheSteps – 12-02-11 Source: Empty Netters
A relatively new tradition for Penguins fans who attend games in Washington has been a gathering on the steps of the Smithsonian Institutes’s Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture across the street from the Verizon Center. When the Penguins win, this happens: x94znICLLwM ( Kudos to ThePensblog ) … Excerpt from

Video: Scouting Report: Carolina (12/2/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pens will take on Carolina, still reeling from a Coaching change. Michelle Crechiolo tells us what’s in store. … See video here

Benstonium: Boudreau coaching the Mighty Ducks Source: The Pensblog
Yesterday Benstonium sent us the farewell Boudreau video and jokingly we said they should create a parody of the Boudreau coaching Gordan Bombay's Mighty Ducks. And so they did: … Continue reading here

Empty Netter Assists – 12-02-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . … See the article here

Hitting Matt Cooke in the Head is Perfectly Fine Source: The Pensblog
There will be no hearing for John Carlson, despite his head shot on Matt Cooke yesterday. From the Washington Times : Look at the replay, especially in slow motion, and it's clear John Carlson caught Matt Cooke's head with his arm … Continue reading here

TWITTER: #SheroBucks Scavenger Hunt Source: The Pensblog
@Evil_Shero and @highheelshockey are running the # sherobucks scavenger hunt on Twitter. For those just catching up: Head to High Heels and Hockey for the dates other blogs are participating. … The rest is here

RECAP: Dale Hunter Sucks. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
Elizabeth AA Paul Martin was the first star of the game. … Continue reading here

No hearing for Carlson over elbow to Cooke – 12-02-11 Source: Empty Netters
According to the Washington Post’s Katie Carrera of the Washington Post, the NHL will not hold disciplinary hearing for Capitals defenseman John Carlson over his elbow to Penguins forward Matt Cooke in the final seconds of last night’s 2-1 Penguins’ win. The hit in question: DT0FntWLCX8 EN Says: This is baffling. If you ask us, that appears to be a more blatant attempt to strike an opponent in the head than … … Go here to read the rest

Simon Despres Impresses in NHL Debut as Penguins Stymie Capitals Source: Bleacher Report
The Washington Capitals may be mired in a funk, but that doesn’t make them any less of an offensive threat. Sooner or later, they’re going to start scoring goals again. … Visit link

Boudreau aims to boost Ducks’ confidence Source: Tribune-Review
Three days after the Washington Capitals fired him, Bruce Boudreau was in another rink on the other side of the continent, back at work on another NHL salvage job. … See the rest here


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Penguins make call to top prospect Despres Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins figured it was time to give defenseman Simon Despres, their most highly regarded prospect, a taste of the real thing. … Read more

Defensive Penguins put clamps on Capitals Source: Tribune-Review
Crosby and Ovechkin didn’t produce any fireworks, but this game wasn’t about stars. It was about two teams headed in different directions. … Visit link

Thursday’s Three Stars: Pavelec blanks Coyotes; Blue Jackets rally late (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
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NHL Capsules (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Chris Kunitz scored the tiebreaking goal at 2:36 of the third period, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat Washington 2-1 Thursday night to keep the Capitals winless under new coach Dale Hunter. … Visit link

Penguins beat Capitals, 2-1 Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON — Sidney Crosby had gotten at least one point in each of his previous 11 regular-season visits to Verizon Center. Not this time. He had been involved in almost every one of the games in an 11-0-2 streak Washington had built against the Penguins, too … Read more here

Penguins Notebook: Defenseman Simon Despres makes NHL debut Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON — Defenseman Simon Despres made his NHL debut Thursday night against Washington at Verizon Center, but it was more than just his first game in the league. It was the start of a tryout. … Continued here

NHL Notebook: Veteran forward retires after 14 seasons Source: Post Gazette
Forward Mike Grier is retiring after a 14-season career that featured stints with four teams, including two stops with the Buffalo Sabres. … Continued here

Boudreau aims to boost Ducks’ confidence Source: Post Gazette
ANAHEIM, Calif. — Bruce Boudreau never even got comfortable in his beloved recliner. Three days after the Washington Capitals fired him, the fast-talking coach was in another rink on the other side of the continent, back at work on another NHL salvage job. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Pens Vault: Ron Francis Tribute (12/2/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins Vault digs up a tribute video to former Penguin Ron Francis. … View video here

This girl really hates Sidney Crosby Source: The Pensblog
This nice-looking woman probably made it on her prom night. After readmore there is a customizable poster that you can edit yourself. … Link

Post-Game Analysis: Team effort, Pens stifle Capitals with strong gap control and defensive play; Caps in need of personnel shakeup? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh 2 – Washington 1 Post-Game Thoughts — The Penguins earned their first regulation (regular season) win in Washington since March 9, 2008 due to a strong defensive effort, defeating Washington 2-1, improving to a league best 15-7-4, 34 pts on the season. … See the article here

Penguins beat Capitals to keep Hunter winless (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
WASHINGTON – Locked in a defensive struggle against their bitter rivals, the Pittsburgh Penguins didn’t get a point from Sidney Crosby and scored only twice, yet still found a way to beat the Washington Capitals. … Read more here

Capitals powerless vs. Penguins; Asham answers for taunt (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
WASHINGTON, DC In Dale Hunter’s first game as Washington Capitals coach, they had 19 shots and one goal in a loss to the St. Louis Blues … Excerpt from

Endgame: Penguins 2, Capitals 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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VIDEO: Penguin fans on the steps outside of the Verizon Center Source: The Pensblog
As is tradition Penguin fans storm the steps of the Smithsonian after games in Washington. … Read more

Marc Andre Fleury earns 198th career win, on pace to become 4th youngest goaltender to 200 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Goaltender Marc Andre Fleury earned his 14th win of the season Thursday nightand 198th victory of his career. According to Elias Sports Bureau,should Fleury (27 years, 2 days old) earntwo wins within the next 22 days, he will become the fourth-youngest netminder to win 200 games during the Expansion Era (since 1967-68). Grant Fehr was … Link

Confirmed report of battery on female Penguins fan and use of racial and homophobic slurs Source: The Pensblog
This happened after the game during the tradition of Pens fans going on the steps across from the Verizon Center to peacefully chant for their favorite team. We heard a woman was punched on the steps, and we initially thought it was Alex Semin , but it was a female Penguins fans who has been assaulted by a male Caps fan. # OccupyTheSteps … Link

John Carlson head-shots Cooke Source: The Pensblog
Carlson had a pretty rough stretch at the end of the game. He got knocked into Maryland by Orpik , and then he did this: Mike W. coming through with the quick video. … See the rest here

Pens win the Cup, 2-1 — Stunned pics of the night Source: The Pensblog
@emptynetters … More here

Oilers’ Nugent-Hopkins among NHL scoring leaders (The Edmonton Journal) Source: Yahoo Sports
More-seasoned scoring sensations are now playing catch up to Edmonton Oilers rookie Ryan Nugent-Hopkins players like Daniel Sedin and Steven Stamkos. … Read more

Pens-Caps In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS 2, CAPITALS 1 0:00: The Pens have broken the Caps’ streak of regular season success against them!!! Pittsburgh wins 2-1 thanks to goals from Adams and Kunitz! 0:30: Caps finally get a chance to pull Vokoun. Empty net… … Continued here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Showdown Against Washington Capitals and Dale Hunter Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins lost to the New York Rangers Tuesday night by the score of 4-3. With the way that they played, they are lucky it was that close … View post

Kunitz goal pushes Penguins past Capitals Source: Post Gazette
WASHINGTON, D.C. … See the rest here

Video: Too Close to Call Source: penguins.nhl.com
A shot by Backstrom is either saved by Fleury’s stick, or off the crossbar, but either way it’s out of the net. … See video here

Video: Fluttering Finesse Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz snaps a shot at the net that goes off speed, fooling Vokoun and putting the Pens up by one. … Click here to view video

Video: Erskine and Asham Scrap Source: penguins.nhl.com
Aaron Asham and John Erskine come to blows in the first period. … See video here

Video: Post-Game: Craig Adams (12/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Craig Adams talks to the media after defeating the Washington Capitals 2-1. … See this video

Video: Post-Game: Brooks Orpik (12/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to the media after defeating the Washington Capitals 2-1. … See this video

Video: Post-Game: Sidney Crosby (12/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks to the media after defeating the Washington Capitals 2-1. … See this video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (12/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after defeating the Washington Capitals 2-1. … View video here

Video: Post-Game: Simon Despres (12/1/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Simon Despres talks to the media after defeating the Washington Capitals 2-1. … To see video click here

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PensHead Daily Links 11-29-2011

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

Measuring Stick Game: Penguins @ Rangers Pre-Game Buzz, Notes & News Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins (14 – 6 – 4 (32 pts) @ New York Rangers (12 – 5 – 3 (27 pts) When: 7:38 PM | Where: Madison Square Garden Referees: Dean Morton #36, Dan O’Halloran #13 | Linesmen Jean Morin #97, Tim Nowak #77 Pre-Game Buzz The Penguins will be down two defensemen tonight as Kris … Follow this link

Puck Previews: Boudreau on rift; suspension outrages Pacioretty (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Back by popular demand, here are your Puck Previews: Spotlighting the key games in NHL action, news and views as well as general frivolity. Make sure to stop back here for the nightly Three Stars when the games are finished … Read the rest here

Crosby rises fast in All-Star balloting Source: Post Gazette
NEW YORK — Penguins center Sidney Crosby has risen to fourth place in the NHL’s all-star voting for forwards. … Excerpt from

Gameday 25 – Rangers Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (14-6-4) @ New York Rangers(12-5-3) 7:30 pm/et TV: ROOT, Versus, TSN2 Madison Square Garden, New York, NY The “World's Most Famous Arena” has been heavily renovated and it looks quite a bit different than the last time the Pittsburgh Penguins visited. The Rangers are 6-1-1 at home this year, so many the renovations are working. Kris Letang and Zbynek Michalek have gone back to Pittsburgh for medical evaluation … See the rest here

Penguins Crosby Surges to Fourth Place Among Forwards in All-Star Fan Balloting Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins fans around the country took notice of Sidney Crosby’s successful return to the lineup by casting 132,335 votes last week in an effort to elect Crosby to the 2012 NHL All-Star Game as part of All-Star Fan Balloting presen… … More

Letang, Michalek return to Pittsburgh in surprise move Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins defensemen Kris Letang and Zbynek Michalek will not play tonight against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. Each player has returned to Pittsburgh for further evaluation, general manager Ray Shero said. … The rest is here

Pair of defensemen from Wilkes-Barre to play for Penguins tonight Source: Post Gazette
NEW YORK — The Penguins have recalled defensemen Robert Bortuzzo and Alexandre Picard from their farm team in Wilkes-Barre. … More here

Letang, Michalek out for tonight’s game vs Rangers Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Penguins will be down two defensemen for tonight’s game vs the New York Rangers. Kris Letang and Zbynek Michalek both traveled to New York and participated in today’s morning skate, but both have been ruled out for tonight’s game and are returning to Pittsburgh to be evaluated for their respective injuries. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins make multiple moves – 11-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Quite a busy afternoon for the Penguins. … More here

Penguins Recall Defensemen Alexandre Picard and Robert Bortuzzo from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled defensemen Alexandre Picard and Robert Bortuzzo from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. … See the rest here

Pens Push: MSG renovations, strange going-ons w/Letang, and a headline Shanny might like. Source: Chipped Ice
Some quick, late-afternoon hits, prior to the Penguins playing the Rangers at what feels like brand new Madison Square Garden: = Confession: MSG has always been my favorite US arena at which to cover a game. There is energy in this building that cannot be duplicated and the setup was unique. … Read more here

Maple Leafs F Kessel leads All-Star fan voting (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Phil Kessel has taken the overall lead in fan balloting for the All-Star game. The showcase event will be held Jan. 29 at Scotiabank Place in Ottawa. … Link

Cooke, With Just Four Penalties, is a Changed Player Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke wanted to be a different player this season. Through 24 games, he’s practically unrecognizable. The 33-year-old left wing made a name for himself for all the wrong reasons during his first three seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins … Read this article

Puck Headlines: Bylsma backs Neal fine; Joe Sakic vs. polar bears (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. Via our friend Nate Beeler of the Washington Examiner, and ouch. … Link

Kessel leads all players in all-star voting (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
TORONTO – Don’t expect Maple Leafs forward Phil Kessel to be selected last at this season’s NHL all-star game fantasy draft. … See the rest here

Penguins forward James Neal fined for high stick (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins forward James Neal has been fined $2,500 for high sticking Canadiens defenseman P.K. Subban Saturday in Montreal. Neal was assessed a minor penalty on the play. … More

New York Rangers & Pittsburgh Penguins Line Combinations For Tonight Source: The Pensblog
There's a big Atlantic Division battle going down tonight as the Pittsburgh Penguins meet the New York Rangers. Here are the potential line combinations for both teams: Pittsburgh Penguins Lines from Penguins.NHL.com : Chris Kunitz – Sidney Crosby – Pascal Dupuis Steve Sullivan – Evgeni Malkin – James Neal Matt Cooke – Jordan Staal – Tyler Kennedy Arron Asham – Joe Vitale – Craig Adams Kris Letang *** – Brooks Orpik Zbynek Michalek – Paul Martin Mat Niskanen – Deryk Engelland Marc-Andre Fleury *** Kris Letang has a broken nose. He'll need to see a doctor before a decision is made on him playing tonight. … Read this article

Must-read Malkin feature Source: The Pensblog
We linked this over Thanksgiving but it is worth another one. Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Conboy got a one-on-one with Geno and Conboy just knocked it out of the park. ( As usual) Some highlights: An interesting look at his escape from Russia A good story about his first time in Pittsburgh, and his trip to 66's house … Excerpt from

Penguins’ Neal fined $2,500 – 11-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins forward James Neal was fined $2,500 by the NHL for a high stick penalty against Canadiens defenseman P.K. Subban. … More

Civic Arena Roof Holiday Ornaments
To Benefit Penguins Foundation Youth Charities Source: penguins.nhl.com
Just in time for the holidays, Wendell August Forge has crafted two unique ornaments from pieces of the steel roof at the old Civic Arena – with all pr… … More

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (11/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo breaks down tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … See this video

Video: Game-Day: Sidney Crosby (11/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks to reporters before tonight’s game at Madison Square Garden against the NY Rangers. … Video here

Video: Game-Day: Kris Letang (11/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang talks to reporters before tonight’s game at Madison Square Garden against the NY Rangers. … Click here to view video

Video: Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (11/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters before tonight’s game at Madison Square Garden against the NY Rangers. … Watch video here

James Neal fined $2,500 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins winger James Neal was fined $2,500 for high sticking PK Subban in Saturday’s game. … View post

4 Things To Know About The Rangers Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. Read more for the breakdown.. … More

Should players always be condemned for getting coaches fired? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Let’s say Alex Ovechkin skates off the ice against the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night to the appreciative roar of the assembled masses; having posted a hat-trick or a game-winning goal in Washington Capitals Coach Dale Hunter’s debut, looking Continue reading … View post

Penguins’ Neal fined $2,500 for high-sticking (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Pittsburgh Penguins forward James Neal has been fined US$2,500 for high-sticking Canadiens defenceman P.K. Subban during a game last Saturday in Montreal. … Follow this link

James Neal fined for a high stick on P.K. Subban Source: The Pensblog
This makes limited sense. [ NHL ] Pittsburgh Penguins forward James Neal has been fined $2,500, the maximum allowed under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, for high-sticking Montreal Canadiens defenseman P.K. Subban in NHL Game No … See the rest here

NHL fines Penguins winger Neal $2,500 for high-stick incident Source: Post Gazette
NEW YORK — Penguins winger James Neal has been fined $2,500 by the NHL for a high-stick on Montreal defenseman P.K. Subban during the Penguins’ 4-3 overtime victory at the Bell Centre Saturday night. … Continued here

Civic Arena Roof Holiday Ornaments To Benefit Penguins Foundation Youth Charities Source: penguins.nhl.com
Just in time for the holidays, Wendell August Forge has crafted two unique ornaments from pieces of the steel roof at the old Civic Arena – with all proceeds benefitting Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation youth charities. Each ornament … … Follow this link

Penguins Report: Game Day at NY Rangers Source: penguins.nhl.com
9:20 AM: In this week’s Great Moments in Pens History, Bob Grove takes us back to the Pens’ NHL record-setting 16th straight win in a game at Madison Square Garden against the Rangers in 1993. 9:15 AM: The Rangers have been o… … Read this article

About the Rangers – 11-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Rangers. When and where: 7:30 p.m., EST; Madison Square Garden. TV: Root Sports, MSG, Versus (outside the Pittsburgh and New York Markets), TSN2 … See more here

An unloading of links Source: The Pensblog
In the Montreal recap, we wondered why Crosby wasn't given an assist on that Staal goal. We saw some chatter on Twitter about it, too. Well, the NHL gatekeepers have decided to give Crosby that assist. So his stat line this season is now 2g7a9p . … Visit link

Crosby volleys Brian Murray’s comments Source: The Pensblog
After what Brian Murray chirped about Sunday evening, Crosby answered back on Monday. … Continued here

Montreal Canadiens: Max Pacioretty suspended for 3 games (The Montreal Gazette) Source: Yahoo Sports
Montreal Canadians forward Max Pacioretty has been suspended for three games for his hit on Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang. … Link

Penguins Team Report (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
It seemed improbable that Sidney Crosby’s return to Canada could be upstaged, but it was. Defenseman Kris Letang was injured when Montreal forward Max Pacioretty blasted him in the head with a controversialand unpenalizedhit … Visit link

Carolina fires Maurice as coach Source: Tribune-Review
The last-place Carolina Hurricanes fired coach Paul Maurice for the second time in less than a decade and replaced him with former All-Star Kirk Muller. … See more here

Caps fire Boudreau, hire Hunter as coach Source: Tribune-Review
Tuned out by his players, coach Bruce Boudreau was fired by the Washington Capitals after winning 200 games faster than any coach in modern NHL history. … Read the rest here

New NHL coaches will face surging Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
There was hesitance among Penguins players to specifically address the firing of Washington Capitals coach Bruce Boudreau. … Read more

Coach Bylsma, Penguins play numbers game Source: Tribune-Review
Dan Bylsma’s been waiting almost two years to implement new lines and experiment, and now he gets his chance with the Pens healthy. … See the rest here

Civic Arena site’s destiny on table Source: Tribune-Review
Discussions that begin this afternoon could lead to Pittsburgh using millions of dollars to prepare the site of the old Civic Arena for development by the Penguins. … Follow this link

Empty Netter Assists – 11-29-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Canadiens forward Max Pacioretty will forego $26,351.34 of salary as a result of his three-game suspension for a hit to the head of Penguins defenseman Kris Letang during Saturday’s game in Montreal . -Letang i … … View post

NHL Roundup: Wild ends 2-game slide Source: Post Gazette
Niklas Backstrom rebounded from a rough game and an early exit with 32 saves, and the Minnesota Wild stopped a two-game losing streak with a 3-1 victory against the Tampa Bay Lightning Monday night at Xcel Energy Center in St. … Read more

Montreal Canadiens call up Louis Leblanc (The Montreal Gazette) Source: Yahoo Sports
Max Paciorettys suspension has presented an opportunity for the Canadiens to see what Louis Leblanc can do at the NHL level. … View post

Talbot, Rupp get ’24/7′ curtain call Source: Post Gazette
When the latest edition of HBO’s popular “24/7″ series debuts Dec. … Continue reading here

Montreal’s Pacioretty gets suspended 3 games for hit on Penguins’ Letang Source: Post Gazette
Montreal left winger Max Pacioretty was suspended for three games for his open-ice hit Saturday that left Penguins defenseman Kris Letang with a broken nose. Letang is questionable for the game tonight in New York because of the injuries from the hit. … View post

Flyers D Pronger out one month Source: Post Gazette
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Chris Pronger will have surgery on his left knee today and will miss a month. It has been a tough season for Pronger, Philadelphia’s captain, who also missed six games with an eye injury … Continue reading here

Capitals fire Boudreau; ‘Canes also make move Source: Post Gazette
For all of Bruce Boudreau’s success with Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals — no coach in the modern NHL reached 200 victories as quickly — he failed to take them far in the playoffs. And now, suddenly, the regular season was becoming problematic, too. … See the article here

Stunned Pic Of The Night 11.28 Source: The Pensblog
Stunned type: The behind enemy lines stunned pic . Pic from Monday nights Sharks vs Kings. … Continued here

PODCAST: 11.28 Source: The Pensblog
65 minutes. … Read more

Sidney Crosby and Nick Foligno: Plenty of Smoke, but Where’s the Fire? Source: Bleacher Report
Brendan Shanahan has a tough job. The NHL ‘s senior vice president of player safety and his crew have the unenviable task of defining what is and isn’t acceptable in terms of physicality in the post-lockout, post-concussion NHL era. … See the rest here

Did Senators GM Bryan Murray Just Warn Sidney Crosby and the Penguins? Really? Source: Bleacher Report
That ex-girlfriend, the one that is in fact an “ex” because she would never let anything go. Although equally culpable, somehow her part in every disagreement was magically omitted in every loud, yet decreasingly plausible denial. Yeah, THAT ex-girlfriend … The rest is here

Shanaban: Pacioretty suspended three games Source: The Pensblog
Max Pacioretty has been suspended for three games. Brendan Shanahan's explanation after read more… Why does Shanahan have to introduce himself … Excerpt from

Penguins vs. Rangers Scouting Report Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins Overall: 14-6-4-32 Home: 8-1-2-18 Road: 6-5-2-14 WHEN: Nov. … More

NHL suspends Montreal LW Pacioretty for 3 games (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Montreal Canadiens forward Max Pacioretty has been suspended three games by the NHL for a hit to the head of Pittsburgh defenseman Kris Letang. … More

Shanahan: Letang assumed risk, Max Pacioretty suspended 3 games (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
One of the hallmarks of the Brendan Shanahan-led NHL Department of Player Safety has been a shared responsibility between the player hitting and the player being hit. The high hit administered by Montreal Canadiens forward Max Pacioretty on Saturday night Continue reading … Excerpt from

Max Pacioretty suspended 3 games for hit on Letang Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Montreal Canadiens forward Max Pacioretty has been suspended 3 games for delivering an illegal hit to the head of Penguins defenseman Kris Letang, the NHL announced this evening The incident occurred at 16:46 of the third period. … More

Montreal forward suspended for hit against Letang Source: Post Gazette
Montreal forward Max Pacioretty has been given a three-game suspension for a hit to the head of Penguins defenseman Kris Letang late in the third period of the Penguins’ 4-3 overtime victory at the Bell Centre Saturday night. … See the rest here

Canadiens Pacioretty suspended three games for hit on Letang – 11-28-11 Source: Empty Netters
Canadiens forward Max Pacioretty was suspended today for three games for a hit to the face of Penguins defenseman in the third period of Saturday’s 4-3 overtime win by the Penguins. NHL senior vice president of player safety and hockey operations Brendan Shanahan issued the suspension after he held a disciplinary hearing with Pacioretty earlier today. Despite suffering a broken nose on the play … … Go here to read the rest

Video: Great Moments in Penguins History (11/29/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Bob Grove takes us back to a game against the Rangers in 1993 when the Penguins set an NHL record by winning their 16th consecutive game. … See video here

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PensHead Daily Links 11-26-2011

Saturday, November 26th, 2011

Pens-Canadiens In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
6:40 PM: I put together a full scouting report on the Montreal Canadiens for your reading pleasure before the game. You can get the detailed version by clicking here, or you can watch the abbreviated video version below. Either way, enjoy! … … Link

Penguins at Canadiens – 11-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM … Read the rest here

Gameday 24 – Canadiens Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (12-6-4) @ Montreal Canadiens (10-9-3) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT Centre Bell, Montreal, QC Like it or not, trips to the Bell Centre are always special. Sure, the pregame ceremony will likely be ridiculously long and the crowd will react to just about everything, but it's still a special building to watch a hockey game in. Season Series: 1-0-0 Penguins. … More here

VIDEO: Crosby The Long and Winding Road Back Source: The Pensblog
Via HockyWebCaster Good stuff. … Visit link

Is Sidney Crosby a Hypocrite When It Comes to Head Shots? Source: Bleacher Report
Sidney Crosby is a polarizing figure in hockey. Everyone has an opinion on him, whether they think he is the best player in the game or not (for the record, I think he is) … Visit link

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (11/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens. … Click here to view video

4 Things To Know About The Montreal Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. Read more for the breakdown.. … Follow this link

RINKO: Free main event tonight 11.26 Source: The Pensblog
You can sign up here . Winner gets free entry into December's monthly game. Points also count to the overall totals. … View post

NHL Awards at the quarter mark of the 2011-12 season (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
When the New York Rangers and the San Jose Sharks finish their respective games on Saturday, every team in the National Hockey League will have played in at least 20 contests. Hence, it’s time for the logical leaps and hasty Continue reading … Read the rest here

About the Canadiens – 11-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Canadiens. When and where: 7 p.m., Bell Centre. TV: Root Sports, NHL Network (United States), CBC, RDS … Go here to read the rest

Penguins vs. Canadiens Scouting Report Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins Overall: 13-6-4-30 Home: 8-1-2-18 Road: 5-5-2-12 WHEN: Nov. 26, 2011 – 7:0… … View post

RECAP: The Three Terrors. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
Early in the third period, with the Pens suckling on the nipples of a 5-2 lead, Nick Foligno put on an apron and got in MAF's kitchen. He ended up falling over him. Brooks Orpik was in the vicinity and took it for what it was: incidental. Foligno and MAF were regaining themselves, and then Crosby came into the picture. Defending his goalie, Crosby started stabbing Foligno . Foligno pushed back. Next thing you know, Crosby was landing a devastating elbow into Foligno's mouth. Foligno chirped after the game: “I just kind of got a little frustrated he would do something like that, so I went back at him. It's not a big deal, but it is something he preached all summer about, that we should limit that, and then he goes and does it … Link

Oilers snap 17-game skid (The Edmonton Journal) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Edmonton Oilers ended nearly five years of futility at the Xcel Energy Center on Friday afternoon, snapping a 17-game winless skid against the Wild in Minnesota. … Link

Senators have no answer for Penguins onslaught (The StarPhoenix) Source: Yahoo Sports
The emergency number was staring them in the face Friday night. … See more here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (11/26/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Michelle Crechiolo breaks down tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens. … See video here

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins News and Notes: Nov. 25, 2011 Source: Bleacher Report
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins are officially a quarter of a way through their season, as they have played the first 20 games of a 76-game season. However, the milestone has brought some problems for the Penguins, and they are currently in the midst of a lengthy losing streak. … See more here

Montreal Canadiens lose 3-1 to Philadelphia Flyers (The Montreal Gazette) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Canadiens took an afternoon nap for 20 minutes in the second period on Friday and the Flyers capitalized. Click here for the latest. … More here

Sens’ Gonchar, Pens’ Malkin together again Source: Tribune-Review
Ottawa Senators defenseman Sergei Gonchar was always as much a big brother to center Evgeni Malkin as a teammate during their four seasons with the Penguins. … See the article here

First-period flurry lifts Penguins past Sens Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins started poorly again, allowing an Ottawa goal only 1:19 into regulation at Consol, but then, Sidney Crosby got started. … Go here to read the rest

NHL Roundup: Giroux spreading wings for Flyers Source: Post Gazette
Philadelphia’s Claude Giroux is proving he is one of the elite players in the league. Giroux had two goals Friday, backup Sergei Bobrovsky made 23 saves and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Montreal Canadiens, 3-1. … More

Penguins Notebook: Gonchar likes Malkin’s maturity Source: Post Gazette
Ottawa defenseman Sergei Gonchar and Penguins center Evgeni Malkin have been close for years. Malkin was Gonchar’s tenant for part of the time that Gonchar played with the Penguins. The two also use the same summer training facility in Moscow. … Excerpt from

Penguins’ rapid response buries Ottawa, 6-3 Source: Post Gazette
From the book of don’t blink or you’ll miss it, the Ottawa Senators came out and dominated the Penguins Friday night at Consol Energy Center. Kept the puck in the Penguins end. Got a cycle going. … Go here to read the rest

Backyard Brawl: PITT stumbles to finish a game once again Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Backyard Brawl goes to WVU Pittsburgh forced three turnovers and controlled the ball for 36:27 in the game but the Panthers were unable to make an offensive play in the second half when they needed, limited to 80 yards, a continued scene for the Panthers all season. For WVU, Shawne Alston rushed for two second-half … More here

Stunned Pic Of The Night 11.26 Source: The Pensblog
Via Andrew O. … Read this article

Friday’s Three Stars: Toews, Sharp boost Hawks; Elliott keeps rolling (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Jonathan Toews / Patrick Sharp, Chicago Blackhawks Down 4-2 entering the third period, the Blackhawks ripped off four goals in a span of 8:18 for a come-from-behind 6-5 win over the Anaheim Ducks. The Blackhawks captain had Continue reading … Read the rest here

Empty Netter Assists – 11-26-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Shelly Anderson’s recap from last night’s game . The Penguins are 7-0-1 in their past eight home games. -The Ottawa Citizen’s recap . … Read the rest here

First Period Frenzy Source: penguins.nhl.com
Talk about a quick – and emphatic – response. After Ottawa’s Kaspars Daugavins scored just 1:41 into the first period, the Penguins countered just 27 seconds later – one of four unanswered goals on just eight shots that … … Link

Crosby with 3 assists as Penguins rip Ottawa (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. … Read the rest here

Crosby with 3 assists as Penguins rip Ottawa, 6-3 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sidney Crosby may have picked up a new hobby during his lengthy layoff for concussion-like symptoms: agitator. … Read more here

Endgame: Penguins 6, Senators 3 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Penguins blow Senators away before record crowd Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins stormed back from an early deficit to beat the Ottawa Senators, 6-3, tonight at Consol Energy Center. … More here

Pens WIN. Pens Dominate Sens, 6-3 Source: The Pensblog
Recap in the AM when Adam and Derek sober up. … More here

THIRD PERIOD: Mixin’ And Matchin’. Pens lead 5-2 Source: The Pensblog
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SECOND PERIOD: En Fuego. Pens send Anderson to showers, lead 4-1 Source: The Pensblog
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FIRST PERIOD: Senators at Penguins Source: The Pensblog
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NHL Roundup: Deveaux suspended for three games (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL suspended New York Rangers forward Andre Deveaux for three games without pay for his elbow to the head of Florida Panthers forward Tomas Fleischmann, the league announced Friday. Deveaux delivered an illegal check Fleischmann’s head Wednesday night. … View post

Pens-Sens In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
0:00: Horn sounds. This one is in the books. #Pens win 6-3 with 12 different players collecting at least a point (including Fleury). … Excerpt from

Video: Tonight’s Matchup 11/25/11 vs. Senators Source: penguins.nhl.com
In their third home game in a row, the Pittsburgh Penguins take on the Ottawa Senators for tonight’s match up (11/25/11). … Video here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (11/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Nemacolin Big 5 aired during the Pittsburgh Penguins 11/25/11 game against the Ottawa Senators and features five questions with #5. … To see video click here

Video: Slap and Slide Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby sets up Chris Kunitz with a perfect slap pass to tie the game 1-1. … Watch here

Video: Evgeni Malkin: Post-Game (11/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin talks to the media following the 6-3 victory over the Ottawa Senators Friday night. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post-Game (11/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after the 6-3 victory over the Ottawa Senators Friday night. … Watch here

Video: Sidney Crosby: Post-Game (11/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks to the media following the 6-3 victory over the Ottawa Senators Friday night. … Video here

Video: Marc-Andre Fleury: Post-Game (11/25/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media following the 6-3 victory over the Ottawa Senators Friday night. … See this video

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PensHead Daily Links 11-21-2011

Monday, November 21st, 2011

Crosby relieved, anxious for season debut (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer … Continued here

Some streams for tonight Source: The Pensblog
Here are a few links: CastAmp Firstrow sports We'll post more if we find any. … More here

Puck Previews: NHL has nerve to schedule games on Crosby Night (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Back by popular demand, here are your Puck Previews: Spotlighting the key games in NHL action, news and views as well as general frivolity. Make sure to stop back here for the nightly Three Stars when the games are finished. Continue reading … Excerpt from

Gameday 21 – Islanders Source: The Pensblog
Finally. Do It. Go Pens. … Read more

Fantasy: Kessel on pace for 62 goals; why Dallas Stars are duds (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Dobber checks in every Monday to force-feed you the latest fantasy hockey trends. The founder of DobberHockey.com and a columnist for The Hockey News website, he long ago immersed himself into this rollercoaster world and is unable to escape. Nearing Continue reading … The rest is here

Sidney Crosby: NHL Needs Pittsburgh Penguins Star to Avoid Another Concussion Source: Bleacher Report
Pittsburgh Penguins superstar Sidney Crosby will return to the ice on Monday night against the New York Islanders for his first NHL game in 320 days. … Read more

Islanders at Penguins – 11-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Guess who’s back: -And this guy too: -These signs will be distributed tonight. -Lots of media here today to talk to Sidney Crosby: -The CBC and Versus each have their own dressing rooms: … Read more here

All Eyes on Crosby: Pens – Isles Pre Game Audio, Quotes, Storylines & Tidbits Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
New York Islanders (5-9-3, 13pts) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (11-6-3, 25pts) Time: 7:08 p.m. | Where: Consol Energy Center TV: Root Sports (locally), VERSUS (HD), CBC (HD) All Eyes on Sidney Crosby Sidney Crosby returns to the lineup tonight in what will be an electric scene. … View post

Puck Headlines: Crosby, Crosby, Crosby; Myers out with broken wrist (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Here are your Puck Headlines: a glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. In case you were wondering if every angle on Sidney Crosby’s Continue reading … Follow this link

Lines For Tonight’s Game Source: The Pensblog
Yes, there is a ridiculous amount of hype for this game. What did you expect? Empty Netters has the lines: Chris Kunitz – Sidney Crosby – Pascal Dupuis Steve Sullivan – Evgeni Malkin – James Neal Matt Cooke – Jordan Staal – Tyler Kennedy Arron Asham – Richard Park – Craig Adams Kris Letang – Brooks Orpik Zbynek Michalek – Paul Martin Mat Niskanen – Deryk Engelland Marc-Andre Fleury Matt Moulston – John Tavares – Michael Grabner Brian Rolston – Frans Nielsen – P.A … Read more here

Teammates Excited for Crosby’s Return Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins knew it was coming. They could sense the impending return of their captain as he continued to work (and work and work) to progress in his recovery from a concussion that’s sidelined him from NHL game action since Jan. 5 … More here

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. New York Islanders Live Blog: Sidney Crosby Returns Source: Bleacher Report
After 10 months and 16 days of waiting, the big day is finally here for the Pittsburgh Penguins , as team captain Sidney Crosby returns to the lineup after suffering a concussion during the 2010-11 season. He last played on January 5, 2011 against the Tampa Bay Lightning . Crosby has missed a lot of action, and the Penguins have kept up their outstanding play even in his absence. … See more here

Crosby relieved, anxious for season debut (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Sidney Crosby knows how to deal with the burden of great expectations. … Read the rest here

Pens place Dustin Jeffrey on IR Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins in need of clearing a roster spot, have placed Dustin Jeffrey on injured reserve. The team this morning activated Sidney Crosby and Zbynek Michalek off IR. The teams active roster is now at 23 … See the rest here

Sidney Crosby anxious for hits, ‘whether giving them or taking them’ (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH — In a quiet moment before Monday’s morning skate, coach Dan Bylsma stood on the ice at the door to the Pittsburgh Penguins’ bench. He looked back into the stands at all the TV cameras and reporters. … The rest is here

Pittsburgh Penguins: Return Home to Face the New York Islanders Could Be Trouble Source: Bleacher Report
The Penguins lost to the Florida Panthers on Saturday night, making the “Dads Trip” an unsuccessful 0-2. Now the return home for a three-game homestand starting with the New York Islanders … Continue reading here

Crosby, Kunitz, Dupuis Reunited Source: penguins.nhl.com
While Sidney Crosby doesn’t know what to expect when he steps on the ice tonight, at least he’ll have familiarity in his linemates. Penguins wingers Chris Kunitz and Pascal Dupuis will play with Crosby, who has missed nearly 11 mont… … More

Sidney Crosby: Penguins Star Will Be Hit Hard in Return Against Islanders Source: Bleacher Report
Sidney Crosby is making his grand return to the Pittsburgh Penguins lineup tonight, and he is going to take some hard shots courtesy of the New York Islanders . … The rest is here

Excitement building for Crosby’s return tonight Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins had realized for a while that Sidney Crosby was getting close to returning to their lineup. But even coach Dan Bylsma didn’t know until Sunday that Crosby would be in uniform when his team faces the New York Islanders tonight. … Continue reading here

Crosby and Pens to see Islanders rookie Anders Nilsson in goal tonight Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The New York Islanders who were considered by many pundits as a potential sleeper this season are reeling, with just 5 wins and 13 points in their first 17 games. Coming off a 6-0 loss to the Defending Cup Champions Saturday night, the Islanders get a nice consolation prize of facing the Pittsburgh Penguins tonight … Read more here

Sidney Crosby: What His Return Will Mean to the NHL Source: Bleacher Report
When Sidney Crosby returns to the NHL tonight after missing almost an entire year of hockey, it will significantly alter the league in many ways. … Read more

Sidney Crosby: Pittsburgh Penguins Captain’s Return Will Lead to MVP Year Source: Bleacher Report
It’s been 11 months since Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has played in a regular season game, and tonight will be the first game in his return as the NHL ’s most valuable player. Now, with Crosby back in full-time action with the Penguins, after missing the team’s first 20 games, can he win the Hart Trophy as the league’s Most Valuable Player? Before Crosby’s injury last year, he was on an amazing pace as the best player in the NHL. Through 41 games, he had 32 goals and 34 assists for a league-high 66 points … See more here

STATS: The last full regular season game that 87-71-11 were all healthy Source: The Pensblog
Winter classic doesn't count because Crosby was concussed at the end of the second period. Last game (playoffs included) would be Game 1 against Montreal. ( Staal was hurt in Game 2 ) The last regular season game Crosby, Malkin , and Staal were all healthy for by our count … See more here

Crosby Is Back Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby is back. … Go here to read the rest

Crosby and Michalek return; Islanders start rookie in net – 11-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
Quite a day at the Penguins’ morning skate. First, Sidney Crosby is back … Follow this link

Penguins & Paws Charity Pet Calendar Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins and Animal Rescue League Shelter and Wildlife Center have teamed up to create the 2012 Penguins & Paws Charity Pet Calendar just in time for the holiday season! This 12-month calendar features the Penguins players aw… … Go here to read the rest

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (11/21/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sam Kasan breaks down tonight’s game against the New York Islanders. … See video here

Video: Game-Day: Sidney Crosby (11/21/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sidney Crosby talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Islanders. This is his first game back since his injury last year. … To see video click here

Video: Game-Day: Chris Kunitz (11/21/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Islanders. … Watch video here

Video: Game-Day: Pascal Dupuis (11/21/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis talks to the media before tonight’s game against the New York Islanders. … Click here to view video

Video: Sidney Crosby At Practice (11/21/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pittsburgh Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby practices before tonight’s game against the New York Islanders. … See video here

Video: Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (11/21/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the NY Islanders. … To see video click here

Crosby, Michalek back; Kunitz off top power play Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby recently came off the ice after a 35-minute workout and pronounced himself officially ready to play tonight at Consol Energy Center against the New York Islanders. … Link

Zbynek Michalek Is Back Source: The Pensblog
Sidney Crosby won't be the only return today. Via Empty Netters and a whole bunch of other people: Zbynek Michalek is back. He'll be playing with Paul Martin once again … More here

Post-Morning Skate Buzz: Michalek returning to lineup tonight Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Buzz & Lineup News Sidney Crosby won’t be the only one returning tonight. Defenseman Zbynek Michalek who has not played since October 22nd due to a broken finger, will return to the lineup tonight, he confirmed to reporters. With Crosby and Michalek coming off injured reserve, the Penguins must make a roster move … Read the rest here

Morning Skate Buzz; On the Penguins new look No. 1 power play unit Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
PITTSBURGH — Sidney Crosby was one of the first players on the ice this morning in his return to game action. Crosby who got a cheer from his teammates when they were huddled at center ice, opened the skate doing some work with the goalies, taking passes from behind the net, then worked on his … See the article here

4 Things to know about the Islanders Source: The Pensblog
Who we'll hate, who to be scared of, and more. … Go here to read the rest

MIDGET MAJOR (18U) POINTSTREAK PEAK PERFORMER-Bob Tritschler, forward, Pittsburgh Viper Stars Source: penguins.nhl.com
Tritschler, 18, has been a big reason why the Viper Stars are sitting atop of the PHL’s 18U Midget Major Division and a big reason why they have the #1 offense in the 18U division. The 5’11”, 185 lbs. forward from Lower Burrell,… … View post

Morning Pens Buzz: On Bylsma making right call, chances of Crosby leading team in scoring & more tidbits Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Pens Buzz — The Penguins hit the ice in less than 30 minutes for their morning skate and it will be a media circus this morning as the national media has flocked to Pittsburgh with the return of Sidney Crosby. Here are some pre-morning skate thoughts: BYLSMA MAKING THE RIGHT CALL: — Dan Bylsma’s … See the article here

Welcome Back Sidney Crosby Source: The Pensblog
On Wednesday January 5th, 2011, you were probably still a little upset. A few days earlier you'd seen Alex Ovechkin celebrate the Washington Capitals' Winter Classic victory at Heinz Field. The final episode of HBO's 24/7 was about to air and you knew that you'd end up watching Ovechkin's celebration all over again while Bruce Boudreau patted himself on the back … Link

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. NY Islanders (Crosby Returns Edition) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sid is back (10:00 AM). … See the rest here

What We Learned: Why aren’t the Maple Leafs a bigger deal? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Hello, this is a feature that will run through the entire season and aims to recap the weekend’s events and boils those events down to one admittedly superficial fact or stupid opinion about each team. … See the rest here

About the Islanders – 11-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Islanders. When and where: 7 p.m., EST; Consol Energy Center. TV: Root Sports (in Pittsburgh), MSG (in New York), Versus (outside Pittsburgh and New York), CBC Record: 5-9-3, 13 points. … Go here to read the rest

Pens to Hold Consecutive Toy Collections to Benefit Toys for Tots Source: penguins.nhl.com
Once again the Pittsburgh Penguins will work with the United States Marine Corps to provide local children with some holiday cheer. Fans can donate toys or cash for the Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots program before two home games this December… … More

Reader Contest: Which NY Islander dares hit Sidney Crosby first? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
On Monday night, Pittsburgh Penguins Sidney Crosby will play in his first NHL game since Jan. 5, having completed over 10 months of rehabilitation from post-concussion symptoms … More here

Crosby’s return welcomed by hockey world Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby will return Monday night in a game against the New York Islanders at Consol Energy Center, his first action after missing 11 months to a career-threatening concussion. … See more here

RUMORS: The e-mails we got about Sidney Crosby Source: The Pensblog
We've been sitting on these for a while. We promised ourselves and anyone listening or reading over the summer that we wouldn't post these until Crosby's return date was set in stone. The time is now. This is a collection of all the e-mails we've gotten about Sidney Crosby retiring, having cancer, having a tumor, and, yes, having multiple sclerosis. These were dark times. Join us after the read more… The names have been blacked out to protect the foolish: And now.. … See the rest here

Sidney Crosby Returns: What to Expect in His First Game Back Source: Bleacher Report
One would think that a mid-November Penguins versus Islanders game would be an affordable game to go to, right? Well, not anymore because the greatest player in the game is set to return. The Pittsburgh Penguins superstar is expected to play against the New York Islanders Monday night at the CONSOL Energy Center on Versus. … Follow this link

Empty Netter Assists – 11-21-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Welcome back Sidney Crosby . -Scott Munroe made 20 saves for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins in a 3-1 loss to the Worcester Sharks . -Patrick Killeen made 11 saves for the Wheeling Nailers in … Excerpt from

Bylsma: Crosby could play first game ‘on adrenaline’ Source: Tribune-Review
The biggest question isn’t whether Sidney Crosby will regain his touch this seems essentially a given but how he will respond to that first hit. … Visit link

Kovacevic: Relax, the Kid will be just fine Source: Tribune-Review
Enjoy a truly great day for hockey today, the grand return of one of the most exciting athletes in our city’s history. … More

Video: Welcome Back, Crosby Source: benstonium.com
Benstonium celebrates the return of Pens Captain, Sidney Crosby with this short video loosely based on the intro to the 70′s TV show Welcome Back, Kotter. … Video here

Penguins overcome rash of injuries, inconsistency Source: Post Gazette
The snapshot provided by game No. 20 on the Penguins’ regular-season schedule offered some legitimate cause for concern. The big picture provided by their performance through most of the first quarter of the season did anything but. … Visit link

NHL Roundup: Carolina ends scoring drought, beats Toronto Source: Post Gazette
Paul Maurice breathed a little sigh of relief after the Carolina Hurricanes played their best game of the week Sunday. … Go here to read the rest

Crosby taking ice tonight for Penguins against Islanders, ending long recuperation from a concussion Source: Post Gazette
Sidney Crosby will appear in his 413th National Hockey League game tonight at Consol Energy Center. It might not seem like it, though … See the article here

Video: Mike Lange’s Journal (11/21/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Mike Lange discusses whether or not he’s ever had any conflicts with players over the course of his career. … View video

Video: Pens Insider: Dad’s Trip (11/20/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
PensTV covers the 6th annual Dad’s trip as the team travels to sunny Florida. … Watch video here

Video: DSG Plays of the Week (11/21/11) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Take a look at the Top 5 Plays of last Week. Presented by Dicks Sporting Goods. … See this video

Dupuis, Cooke talk the end of #CrosbyWatch Source: Chipped Ice
Reaction from Penguins players on the impending return of team captain Sidney Crosby, who will play Monday night for the first time since Jan. 5: = RW PASCAL DUPUIS: ON HOW HE KNEW IT WAS TIME: Weve been, as you know, thinking it was close forever. … Read this article

Bylsma talks Sidney Crosby’s ice time, getting hit in NHL return (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
With Sidney Crosby’s return to NHL action scheduled for Monday night, it was on Pittsburgh Penguins Coach Dan Bylsma to attempt to maintain perspective and expectations. Good luck with that Bylsma, who spoke to the media hours after Crosby’s Continue reading … Continued here

Bylsma talks Crosby – 11-20-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma held a conference call earlier tonight regarding Sidney Crosby. It can be heard here . … More

Bylsma Transcript on Crosby’s Return Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head coach Dan Bylsma held a conference call with the media Sunday afternoon to discuss captain Sidney Crosby’s return to the lineup on Monday night when the Penguins host the New York Islanders at 7 p.m. at CONSOL Energy Center … More here

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