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PensHead Daily Links 02-26-2012

Sunday, February 26th, 2012

Penguins down last-place Columbus Blue Jackets, 4-2 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins downed the last-place Columbus Blue Jackets, 4-2, today at Consol Energy Center. … Go here to read the rest

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Penguins dump Blue Jackets 4-2 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins have no plans to make a splashy trade before Monday’s deadline, figuring the possible return of star Sidney Crosby before the playoffs far outweighs anything they could get in a cluttered market. Considering the way they’re playing at the moment, the Penguins look pretty formiable even without their captain. … Link

Pens complete weekend sweep Source: The Pensblog
Pens did what they were supposed to do this weekend. 4 points. Tiff gets his first NHL win. Next 24 hours will be interesting. Recap coming whenever. … Read more

Not a Brad Start Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brad Thiessen sat in his stall after Sunday’s game against Columbus with shaving cream (and a grin) on his face, the game pucks on a nearby ledge and the lunch box that’s awarded to the team’s hardest working player at his side. … View post

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Endgame: Penguins 4, Blue Jackets 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Thiessen wins start for Pens against Blue Jackets Source: Tribune-Review
Pascal Dupuis, Kris Letang and Joe Vitale scored third-period goals to support Penguins goalie Brad Thiessen, who was making his first NHL start in today’s 4-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets at Consol Energy Center. … See the rest here

Video: Malkin It Work Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin snaps a shot off defenseman Jack Johnson’s skate to tie the game late in the 2nd period. … View video

Video: Post Game: Brad Thiessen (2/26/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brad Thiessen talks to the media after his first career win in his first career NHL game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. … To see video click here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (2/26/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after defeating the Columbus Blue Jackets Sunday afternoon. … View video here

THIRD PERIOD: Malkin 1 Nash 1 Source: The Pensblog
Malkin switched on the Mario button: He answered a Nash's shorthanded goal with a powerplay goal of his own. 1-1 going into the third. … View post

NHL Trade Deadline: Rick Nash’s status & other burning questions (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Will Columbus trade Rick Nash or wait for the summer when they might get more? Who’s buying & selling? Questions, questions, questions… … View post

@pghpenguins: Brad Thiessen getting warm at @CONSOLEnergyCtr – http://twitpic.com/8p25g7

@pghpenguins: #Pens take to the ice for warmups. They'll be wearing the “road” whites today. – http://twitpic.com/8p1z3a

Video: Today’s Matchup 2/26/12 vs. Blue Jackets Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins end a three-game home stand with a match up against the Columbus Blue Jackets (2/26/12). … To see video click here

Pens-Jackets In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
2:07: Umberger gets Neal with a slash and he’s going to the box because of it. … View post

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Aired in game on 2/26. … Video here

Video: Iron Workers (2/26/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Iron Workers ‘Building of a Champion’ features #18 James Neal. … Video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (2/26/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters before this afternoon’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. … See this video

Gameday 62 – Blue Jackets Source: The Pensblog
Columbus Blue Jackets (18-36-7)@ Pittsburgh Penguins (35-21-5) 1:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, FS-O Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA Another afternoon game. Could this be Rick Nash's last game as a Blue Jacket … Read more here

Game Day Buzz: Thiessen to make NHL debut Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
COLUMBUS (18-36-7, 43 Pts) @ PITTSBURGH (35-21-5, 75 Pts) Where: Consol Energy Center | When: 1:08 pm Buzz: Coming off a thrilling 8-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, Pittsburgh looks to keep on rolling this afternoon at home against the NHL worst Columbus Blue Jackets. — The Penguins will get their first look at … Read the rest here

Pens-Bruins Game on Sunday, March 11
Moved to 12:30 p.m. for NBC National Broadcast Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins’ home game against the Boston Bruins on Sunday, March 11 has been selected as the NBC Game of the Week. As a result, the game will now start at 12:30 p.m. at CONSOL Energy Center. … Excerpt from

Where to Find the Best NHL Trade Deadline Coverage Source: Bleacher Report
Well, there will be plenty of action at the NHL trade deadline come Monday and it is very important that fans know where to find the information. The best place for up-to-date action will be the NHL Network and each year they have been the go-to place for trade information. Most of their coverage is provided by Canada’s outstanding team at TSN … More here

Blue Jackets at Penguins – 02-26-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -We can say it any better: -It a great day, period. It’s in the high 30s, but it’s a absolutely pleasant day for late February … See more here

About the Blue Jackets – 02-26-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Blue Jackets. … Read the rest here

Empty Netter Assists – 02-26-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from yesterday’s game . “It’s good to be on his side.” – Pascal Dupuis on Evgeni Malkin … See the article here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (2/26/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down today’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. … View video

#PaulMartinPowerball: 02.26.12 – $140 Source: The Pensblog
Huge thanks to GetToOurGame.com for this new PaulMartinPowerball song: How to play: 1. Get yourself a Twitter account and guess the time and period Paul Martin will score a goal. Using this screenshot, the goal is scored at 13:51 of the second period. … Follow this link

Red Wings fall at home again Source: Tribune-Review
After winning 23 straight at Joe Louis Arena, Detroit has lost two in a row on home ice after losing, 4-3, to the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday night. … View post

Baby Pens defenseman offers trade deadline wisdom Source: Tribune-Review
Defenseman Alexandre Picard has been a key player for the Baby Pens this season, posting 12 points and plus-9 rating in 23 games. He’s been traded three times in the past four years. … See the article here

Starkey: Staal’s quiet transformation Source: Tribune-Review
Jordan Stall is a star in his own right, and he gives the Penguins an elite No. 2 center in case Sidney Crosby isn’t ready for the playoffs. … Read more

Penguins ‘Firing Line’ is sweet science Source: Tribune-Review
They don’t have much in the way of set plays, but they cycle relentlessly, and have generated more offense than any trio in the NHL this season. … Continue reading here

Angry Geno Malkin makes Lightning pay Source: Tribune-Review
Goalie Dwayne Roloson punched a fallen Malkin at the 8:23 mark of the second period. Malkin punched back, and while the league’s leading scorer sat in the penalty box, the seething center decided to take his frustrations out on the Tampa Bay goaltender. … See the article here

NHL Capsules (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. … See more here

NHL Capsules: Malkin, Pens blast Lightning (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Evgeni Malkin had his ninth career hat trick, Jordan Staal added two goals and the Pittsburgh Penguins won for the fifth time in seven games by routing the Tampa Bay Lightning 8-1 Saturday. … See more here

Saturday’s Three Stars: four-point nights for Brown, Malkin; Coyotes 1st in Pacific (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
“Friendship is the best thing ever, except for best friendship which is a little better…” No. 1 Star: Dustin Brown, Los Angeles Kings Immediately following the Jeff Carter trade, rumours surfaced that Dustin Brown was available. Clearly, this annoyed Brown Continue reading … Continue reading here

Who’s boss? Evgeni Malkin Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Malkin is one of the premier talents in the NHL. Most of the time, anyway. … Read this article

Penguins notebook: Thiessen might get first NHL start today Source: Post Gazette
Goaltender Brad Thiessen might make his NHL debut for the Penguins today with a start against Columbus at Consol Energy Center. … Continued here

NHL roundtup: Coyotes, Smith remain red hot Source: Post Gazette
February is becoming a month to remember for Ray Whitney and the Phoenix Coyotes. … Read more here

On the Penguins: The deadline and Ray Shero Source: Post Gazette
The NHL trade deadline is 3 p.m. … See the article here

RECAP: Malkin Rage. PENS WIN Source: The Pensblog
That moment when Malkin got punched in the face by Dwayne Roloson and held down by Victor Hedman … The rage that filled us apparently is nothing compared to the rage that drives Evgeni Malkin . … Read more

NHL: Was Dustin Brown made available to Pittsburgh this week? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pens one of three teams Kings targeted in talks? Since the Dustin Brown rumors surfaced on Thursday, talk on Friday morning coming out of the Penguins organization is that they like Brown but the team didn’t expect to be a serious suitor for Brown and didn’t feel they matched up with the Kings for a … Read this article

Twenty Years Later – Capitals 5, Penguins 3 – 02-25-12 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 … … More

What to Expect from the Pittsburgh Penguins at the NHL Trade Deadline Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins appear poised to make a deep playoff run, with or without their captain Sidney Crosby . Of course, the preference would be to have Crosby on board for the postseason, but they will be a formidable opponent either way. However, as with every team, the Penguins’ roster could use some tweaking prior to Monday’s trade deadline. … See more here

Tags: Brad Thiessen, Consol Energy Center, Dan Bylsma, Evgeni Malkin, James Neal, Jordan Staal, Kris Letang, Pascal Dupuis, Paul Martin, Ray Shero, Sidney Crosby, Steve Mears, usbzoso
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PensHead Daily Links 02-25-2012

Saturday, February 25th, 2012

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Malkin hat trick leads Penguins to romp over Lightning Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins star Evgeni Malkin scored one of the signature goals of his career while leading the Penguins to a 8-1 romp over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday at Consol Energy Center. … See the article here

Malkin’s hat trick leads Pens past Lightning 8-1 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Once Evgeni Malkin got angry, the game really got out of hand. Malkin had his ninth career hat trick, Jordan Staal added two goals and the Pittsburgh Penguins won for the fifth time in seven games by routing the Tampa Bay Lightning 8-1 on Saturday … More here

What to Watch For: Pens vs. Blue Jackets Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (35-21-5) vs. BLUE JACKETS (18-36-7) WHEN: Feb. … See the article here

Fan Guide vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Source: penguins.nhl.com
1:00 PM Ticketmaster | Ticket Exchange | Student Rush Don’t have a ticket yet? It’s not too late. … Continued here

Don’t Anger the Incredible "Malk" Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Tampa Bay Lightning learned a valuable lesson in Saturday’s game against Pittsburgh: don’t make Evgeni Malkin mad. After Lightning goalie Dwayne Roloson hit Malkin in the face during a net-front ruckus, a motivated Malkin respon… … Visit link

@pghpenguins: Evgeni Malkin & Steven Stamkos were tied at 73 points entering today's game. In case you wanted an update – http://twitpic.com/8onhtl

@pghpenguins: Matt Cooke's 2nd period goal gave him 10 points over his last 13 games (5G-5A) – http://twitpic.com/8onfyd

Evgeni Malkin’s Goal of the Year Candidate Against the Tampa Bay Lightning Source: Bleacher Report
Evgeni Malkin of the Pittsburgh Penguins has elevated his game to a higher level this season. … Read more here

Pittsburgh Penguins Video: Watch Evgeni Malkin’s Epic Goal En Route to Hat Trick Source: Bleacher Report
Evgeni Malkin scored an unbelievable goal this afternoon in the 8-1 beatdown the Pittsburgh Penguins gave the Tampa Bay Lightning when he skatedthrough three opposing players then deked goaltender Dwayne Roloson at the end to complete a remarkable goal. … More here

Penguins strike Lightning, win 8-1; Malkin has hat trick Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Malkin had his ninth career hat trick as the Penguins won for the third time in the past four games, topping the Tampa Bay Lightning, 8-1, today at Consol Energy Center. … Visit link

Malkin vs. Stamkos Matchup Puts Hart Trophy Debate to Rest Source: Bleacher Report
Evgeni Malkin walked through the entire Tampa Bay defense and decked his way past Lightning goalie Dwayne Roloson for his second goal of the game. Almost seconds after his highlight reel goal which will easilyreceivebest goal of the year consideration, Pittsburgh announcers remarked how unimaginably similar it was to Mario Lemieux’s goal against the Minnesota North Stars . The Penguins crushed the Tampa Bay Lightning 8-1 behind an Evgeni Malkin hat trick. Malkin scored his 34th, 35th, and 36th goal of the season, propelling himself ahead of Steven Stamkos who he was previously tied with at 73 points before this head to head matchup. The NHL ‘s new leading and points getter added an assist on a James Neal goal. … Link

VIDEO: Malkin goes coast-to-coast on Tampa Source: The Pensblog
There aren't many words for this goal. Just enjoy it … Link

Evgeni Malkin channels inner Mario Lemieux for goal of the year candidate (Video) (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Back in October, Bodog (now Bovada) gave odds of 30/1 that Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin would win the Hart Trophy and 30/1 that he’d win the Art Ross Trophy. If you laid some coin down, there’s a good chance Continue reading … See the rest here

Endgame: Penguins 8, Lightning 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Evgeni Malkin: Goal of the Year Candidate vs. Tampa Bay (VIDEO) Source: Bleacher Report
Up 5-1 and thumping the listless Tampa Bay Lightning in Pittsburgh, Evgeni Malkin unleashed this dandy for those in attendance and watching at home. (Video on next slide) Malkin’s carving was his second goal and third point in the game. He finished with four points on the day and now sits with 77 points on the season, four more than Steven Stamkos, who was held scoreless in the very same game. … Link

Malkin burns Guy Boucher’s 1-3-1 to the ground. Pens win 8-1 Source: The Pensblog
Tampa Bay is beyond embarrassing. Malkin stole the show late in the second period and capped the unreal effort by netting a hat trick in the third. … See the article here

@pghpenguins: The press box view of hats flying… – http://twitpic.com/8ommlf

Video: Malkin: Impossible Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin hits a tight angle shot to put Pittsburgh ahead, 5-0. … To see video click here

Video: Staal and Sullivan Connect Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal gets his second of the game off great passing with Steve Sullivan. … View video

Video: No-Look Pad Stop Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury instinctively whips out the right pad to stop Trevor Smith. … See video here

Video: Staal Scampers Away Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal scores on a shorthanded breakaway after Victor Hedman runs into the linesman. … See this video

Video: Roloson Breaks Stick, Kunitz Scores Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dwayne Roloson breaks his stick on a sweeping pokecheck, allowing Chris Kunitz to score moments later. … Watch here

Video: Post Game: Jordan Staal (2/25/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to the media after today’s 8-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. … View video here

Video: Post Game: Evgeni Malkin (2/25/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin talks to the media after today’s 8-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. … See this video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (2/25/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after today’s 8-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. … Video here

Video: Malkin Hat Trick Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin scores three goals as Pittsburgh routs Tampa Bay. … View video here

Video: Scouting Report: Columbus (2/25/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pens will take on the Columbus Blue Jackets tomorrow afternoon. Sam Kasan gives us the latest Scouting Report. … View video

VIDEO: Evgeni Malkin stares down Dwayne RoLOLson Source: The Pensblog
To set the stage Dwayne Roloson suckered punched Evgeni Malkin in the face early in the second period. Here was Malkin's response: … See the article here

SECOND PERIOD: Said you can have it Staaaaaaal, pens up 3-0 Source: The Pensblog
Jordan Staal with a shorty, Kunitz and Cooke have goals as well. Pens up 3-0. Hope they win 1200-0. … See more here

FIRST PERIOD: Jeffrey scratched, Rangers up to something Source: The Pensblog
Pens need two points today, all the awhile a storm is on the horizon. Wojtek Wolski The Rangers just traded Wojtek Wolski , in what seems to be salary dump in efforts to get Rick Nash. Buckle up. Live stream is here. … See more here

Here is your live stream for today 2.25 Source: The Pensblog
Figured we'd just post this here. Watch live video from Steel citay on www.justin.tv Here is the direct link . The password is : beatthebolts … Read this article

@pghpenguins: With 73 points @RealStamkos91 & @Malkin71_ are tied in the point race. How will today's game impact the race? Tune in! – http://twitpic.com/8okn4m

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Lightning @ Penguins Pre-Game Buzz & Notes Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Tampa Bay Lightning (27-27-6, 60 pts) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (34-21-5, 73 pts) Where: Consol Energy Center | When: 1:08 p.m. Buzz: The Tampa Bay Lightning come into today’s game just six points out of a playoff spot and Steven Stamkos is surging with a league high 43 goals and is tied with Evgeni Malkin for … More here

Saturday Morning Trade Rumblings: Av’s Jones has big game in front of Pens scouts, 6 other teams Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Saturday’s Rumor Mill on Av’s Jones, Allen/Spacek, Sabres, Red Wings, Leafs, Kings, Rangers & more | – A growing trend in the NHL is GM’s resigning their own players (pending UFA’s). That continued Friday night when the Edmonton Oilers signed Ales Hemsky to a two year, $10 million extension … More here

Video: Iron Workers (2/25/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Iron Workers ‘Building of a Champion’ features #45 Arron Asham. … Video here

Video: Today’s Matchup 2/25/12 vs. Lightning Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins take on the Tampa Bay Lightning for today’s match up and the first of two back to back afternoon home games (2/25/12). … See video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (2/25/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma speaks with the media before today’s game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. … To see video click here

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (2/25/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection Plays originally aired on Feb. 25, 2012 during the Penguins match up against the Tampa Bay Lightning. … Watch here

Video: Pens Insider: Tuskegee Airmen (2/25/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Today the Pittsburgh Penguins honored the service of two Tuskegee Airmen. … View video here

Gameday 61 – Lightning Source: The Pensblog
Tampa Bay Lightning (27-27-6)@ Pittsburgh Penguins (34-21-5) 1:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, SUN, NHLN-US Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA Back-to-back afternoon games leading up to the trade deadline. Season Series: 2-1-0 Last meeting that counted: February 12, 2012. Penguins won 4-2. … Read the rest here

Lightning at Penguins – 02-25-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings on a cold, dreary, slightly snowy day in Pittsburgh. After a few warm days approaching the 60s, it’s white out. Dahntahn: -The slowly disappearing Civic Arena: -Today’s barn: … See the article here

About the Lightning – 02-25-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Lightning. … Visit link

#PaulMartinPowerball: 02.25.12 – $135 Source: The Pensblog
It is that special time. … See the article here

Empty Netter Assists – 02-25-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Brooks Orpik (“upper body”) and Brent Johnson (undisclosed) are day to day . -With Johnson questionable, the Penguins recalled Brad Thiessen (above) from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the … … Link

Top two NHL scorers tangle at Consol Energy Center Source: Tribune-Review
Evgeni Malkin and Steven Stamkos will share the Consol Energy Center ice when the Lightning visit Pittsburgh. … More

A number of Penguins have experience with upcoming trade deadline Source: Tribune-Review
With the NHL trade deadline looming, players around the league are wondering whether they’ll have someone call, text or knock on their door. … Read more

No hiding Crosby’s impact in big picture with Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby, as he was early in the season, is on LTI so the Penguins can use his roster spot to recall players from the minors. … Link

Orpik’s status for Penguins game today not clear Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins might have to do some late lineup shuffling for their game today against Tampa Bay at Consol Energy Center. … See more here

Malkin, Stamkos even in scoring race Source: Post Gazette
As subplots go, this one has all the trimmings. … See more here

Stunned Pic Of The Night: Stunned in New Jersey Source: The Pensblog
Guy in the hat looks humiliated. … View post

Real Twitter Accounts To Follow Leading Up To The Deadline Source: The Pensblog
The overhyped madness of the trade deadline is already upon us. Twitter is a great way to follow everything that's going on, but it's also a great place to find fake news that will spread like wildfire on deadline day . … Visit link

Trade Chatter: Harding, Sanford among names surfacing as Pens exploring trade options for backup goaltender Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pens eye upgrade over Johnson Could the Penguins biggest move at the deadline be adding a backup goaltender? While Brent Johnson keeps suddenly popping up with a so-called illness or injury, the team is actively looking for an upgrade over the struggling Johnson who some in the organization are said to feel is “finished” as … Read this article

Thiessen recalled, Johnson’s future in doubt? Source: The Pensblog
Brad Tiffany Amber Thiessen got recalled. [ Pens ] And in related news, [ ESPN's Pierre Lebrun ]says the Pens are in the backup goalie market: The Pittsburgh Penguins are poking around for an upgrade to backup goalie Brent Johnson. … Continue reading here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (2/25/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down today’s game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. … To see video click here

Video: Trib Jr. Reporter: Skates And Plates Source: penguins.nhl.com
Trib Jr. Reporter Eva Dorr parties with the guests at the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 27th Annual Skate and Plate Charity Gala. … Click here to view video

Tags: Arron Asham, Brad Thiessen, Brent Johnson, Brooks Orpik, Chris Kunitz, Consol Energy Center, Dan Bylsma, Evgeni Malkin, James Neal, Jordan Staal, Mario Lemieux, Matt Cooke, Sidney Crosby, Steve Mears, usbzoso
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PensHead Daily Links 02-22-2012

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012

Link City: Ruutu, Vermette Source: The Pensblog
Jagr beat the Jets last night in OT after Wayne Simmonds tied the game late in regulation. … The rest is here

Tuomo Ruutu signs four year extension Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
In what is disappointing news for Cup contenders, Carolina Hurricanes forward Tuomo Ruutu has signed a four extension worth $19 million. The deal has an average cap hit of $4.75 million. … See the rest here

Video: Deadline Difference Maker – Bill Guerin Source: penguins.nhl.com
A look back at the immediate impact of players added before the NHL’s trade deadline. … See video here

Which NHL teams may have reinforcements on the way as the trade deadline arrives? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL trade deadline is Monday, and team executives are huddled together figuring out what they need to make the playoffs or compete for the Stanley Cup. And, in turn, trying to factor in the unknown … Follow this link

Blue Jackets LW Rick Nash a trade deadline target (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
By DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer … More here

Trade Analysis: Coyotes trade for CBJ Antoine Vermette Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Coyotes add Vermette The Phoenix Coyotes have acquired forward Antoine Vermette from the Columbus Blue Jackets, in exchange for a 2012 2nd round pick, 2013 5th round pick and goaltender Curtis McElhinney, Aaron Portzline of the Columbus Dispatch reports. The Coyotes (30-21-9, 69 pts) who are surging in the standings with an 8-1-1 record in … More here

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Trade Deadline Buzz: Uncertainty of 87 has Pens looking hard at depth center options; Stewart/Kennedy viewed as a possible match & more tidbits Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Uncertainty of Crosby – There are just 22 games left in the regular season for the Penguins and the Sidney Crosby situation appears to be a roller coaster ride just like last season. He looks great on the ice but every time things appear to moving in the right direction, something comes up and that’s … Visit link

No Staal-ing Around Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal has always been revered for excelling in a defensive shutdown role. There’s no question he continues to do that for the Penguins, as the 23-year-old center is usually assigned to cover opposing teams’ top players and is… … See the article here

Twenty Years Later – Canadiens 2, Penguins 1 – 02-22-12 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 … … See the rest here

Video: Pens Insider: Crossfire (2/22/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sam Kasan from PensTV and Channel 4′s John Meyer sit down to discuss James Neal’s contract extension and possible Trade Deadline moves with Katie O’Malley. … View video here

DaveReid has added a photo to the pool: Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby working out with Strength and Conditioning Coach Mike Kadar at Iceoplex.

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Sidney Crosby 2.20.12

Ralph Nader responds to Ryan Lambert’s criticism of his anti-fighting stance (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Ralph Nader, the 77-year-old consumer activist, is the founder of League of Fans. … Read more here

Penguins Re-Assign Goaltender Brad Thiessen to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned goaltender Brad Thiessen to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Thiessen, 25, was recalled by Pittsburgh yesterday on an emergency basis and served as the backup goaltender to Marc-Andre Fleury during the Penguins’ 2-0 win over the New York Rangers … Continued here

Latest Trade Deadline Buzz on Ruutu, Garrison/Rangers, Nash & more Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Latest NHL Rumblings Will Ruutu be back on the block?: In the next 24-48 hours, GM’s around the league will know whether the Carolina Hurricanes intend to deal forward Tuomo Ruutu. The Hurricanes are said have a four year offer on the table, believed to be in the $15-$18 million range … The rest is here

Murrysville Dek Hockey “Tune-Up” Tournament Source: penguins.nhl.com
Presents: Murrysville Dek Hockey “Tune-Up” Tournament Get your Tournament Teams ready for the 2012 Tournament Season Location: Murrysville SportZone and Dek Hockey Days: March 16th – 18th, 2012 Ages: Penguin (7 – 9 yrs), B… … Go here to read the rest

Laurel Tournament Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Westmorland Youth Hockey Association will be hosting the 41st annual Laurel Hockey Tournament over three weekends and seven divisions during weekends in March and April. The tournament will take place at the Kirk S. Nevin Ice Arena in Gree… … The rest is here

The most heartbreaking picture of the Mellon Arena yet Source: The Pensblog
An amazing set of pictures here . This one is the worst and best: Hard not to get jammed up over that pic . Believe that is section D still standing. … See more here

RECAP: Malkin city never sleeps, better slip Lundqvist an Ambien. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
Shutout city for MAF . Third of the season. Couldn't tell you when the other two were without looking it up. If tears were gasoline, you could drive your car for unlimited miles with the Rangers' tears … Read more here

Post-Morning Skate Buzz: Orpik out for tonight’s game; Long-term or short-term stay for Thiessen? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Buzz: — Defenseman Brooks Orpik will not play tonight due to an upper body injury, head coach Dan Bylsma confirmed during his media session. … Read the rest here

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Fleury right on the mark as Penguins beat Rangers, 2-0 Source: Post Gazette
Marc-Andre Fleury has had games like this before. Chances are good that he’ll have quite a few more, too. It’s just that no one, including Fleury, can predict when. … The rest is here

Empty Netter Assists – 02-22-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . Marc-Andre Fleury (above) tied Tom Barrasso’s franchise record for shutouts with 22. -The … View post

Penguins make the call to minor leagues for winger Tangradi Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins recalled left wing Eric Tangradi from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, and he played on the fourth line against the New York Rangers. … Read the rest here

Former Penguins GM Patrick: Taking Ovechkin was no sure thing Source: Tribune-Review
Former Penguins general manager Craig Patrick couldn’t help but smile while watching Evgeni Malkin put on a show against the New York Rangers. … Read more

Kovacevic: Recalling our own ‘Linsanity’ Source: Tribune-Review
Let’s slip back a decade to Pittsburgh’s own smaller-scale version of the NBA’s ongoing fairy tale: Johan Hedberg. … See the article here

Malkin, Fleury pace Penguins in Eastern Conference showdown win over Rangers Source: Tribune-Review
Evgeni Malkin beat Henrik Lundqvist on a breakaway, and goalie Marc-Andre Fleury outplayed the Rangers’ star, as the Pens blanked N.Y. … See more here

Tuesday’s Three Stars: Carter’s trick; Vrbata ‘Radims’ Coyotes; Pavelec makes 50 saves (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Phoenix Coyotes celebrate a goal as Jonathan Quick continues to search for his contact lens. No. 1 Star: Jeff Carter, Columbus Blue Jackets In his 500th game (and maybe because of it), Carter looked like the motivated, lethal scorer Continue reading … More

Tangradi hopes he won’t be trade bait Source: Post Gazette
Social media kicked into high gear Feb. … See the article here

Jagr sparks Philadelphia win with overtime goal against Jets Source: Post Gazette
Jaromir Jagr scored at 4:16 of overtime to lift the Philadelphia Flyers to a 5-4 victory against the Winnipeg Jets. … More here

Datsyuk expected to be out 2 weeks Source: Post Gazette
Detroit Red Wings star Pavel Datsyuk is expected to miss two weeks after having arthroscopic surgery Tuesday to remove fragments from his right knee. … Link

Just like 16 years ago, Jagr’s goal in Winnipeg is a game-winner (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Jaromir Jagr has now scored back-to-back game-winning goals in Winnipeg. The unique part about it is they occurred 16 years and five days apart. … Follow this link

Fleury, Penguins turn back Rangers 2-0 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Pittsburgh Penguins coach Dan Bylsma took a playoff-like approach to a February meeting with the Eastern Conference-leading New York Rangers. … Visit link

Stunned Pic(s) Of The Night: OT Stunned in Toronto 2.21.12 Source: The Pensblog
Bad goal let in at home, in OT = Best stunned pics : … See the article here

Penguins turn back Rangers 2-0 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins coach Dan Bylsma took a playoff-like approach to a February meeting with the Eastern Conference-leading New York Rangers. … See more here

Rangers can’t cry their way to victory, Pens win. Source: The Pensblog
Big win for the Pens. Rangers tried to do whatever they could to influence the officials, but they still lost. Full cap in the am … Read the rest here

Endgame: Penguins 2, Rangers 0 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Post-Game Analysis, Reactions & Tidbits on Penguins complete game 2-0 shutout Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh 2 – New York Rangers 0 The Pittsburgh Penguins (34-21-5, 73 pts) played locked down defensive hockey and Marc Andre Fleury recorded his 22nd career shutout, leading the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 2-0 win over the New York Rangers (38-15-5, 81 pts) on Tuesday night at the Consol Energy Center. “Big game for us … Go here to read the rest

Flyers 5, Jets 4 (OT) (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Jaromir Jagr has now scored back-to-back game-winning goals in Winnipeg. The odd part about it is they occurred more than 16 years apart … Read more

Penguins defeat Rangers, 2-0 Source: Post Gazette
Goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury made 27 saves to tie a franchise record with his 22nd career shutout and the Penguins played a solid game in a 2-0 win over the New York Rangers, who lead the Eastern Conference, tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Follow this link

Marc Andre Fleury ties franchise record with 22 career shutouts Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Goaltender Marc Andre Fleury recorded his 22nd career shutout in the Penguins 2-0 win over the New York Rangers. In the win Fleury made 27 saves,collecting his 31st win of the season.Fleury’s 22 shutouts tie a Penguins franchise record with Tom Barrasso. … The rest is here

Players Vote on Most Overrated NHL Teams: Fan Reaction (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
Which team is the most overrated in the National Hockey League? That’s what the NHL Players’ Association asked its members in the second-annual NHLPA/CBC’s Hockey Night in Canada Player Poll … More here

Video: UPMC Spotlight: James Neal (2/22/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
It’s appropriate that we would shine the UPMC Spotlight on the Penguin with the brightest future – James Neal just signed a six-year extension with the Pens. … Click here to view video

Video: Glove Handles Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury takes the puck right off of Artisimov’s stick. … View video here

Video: Ev-en Strength Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin breaks in all alone on Henrik Lundqvist. … Watch video here

Video: Post Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media following a 2-0 shutout against the New York Rangers. … See video here

Video: Post Game: Steve Sullivan (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Sullivan talks to the media following a 2-0 victory over the New York Rangers. … Watch video here

Video: Post Game: Paul Martin (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Paul Martin talks to the media following a 2-0 victory over the New York Rangers. … View video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media following a 2-0 victory over the New York Rangers. … View video

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PensHead Daily Links 02-21-2012

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012

@pghpenguins: Iceburgh's scarf and Heinz Ketchup #thingsthatareredlikeconsol – http://twitpic.com/8mzo0o

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Pens-Rangers In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
6:30 PM: Good evening everyone! It’s good to be back after Sam and I switched roles this past weekend. Since I got to go on the trip to Philly and Buffalo, I took care of tweeting while Sam did a fantastic job of writing in-game blogs. … Continued here

Puck Previews: Hawks-Wings; Coyotes, Kings in first goal wins; Wellwood vs Wellwood (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. … View post

McQuillan, Moscone, Levitt, McMahon Honored by Pittsburgh Penguins As Highmark High School Hockey Players of the Month Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins are proud to honor Westmont Hilltop’s Noah McQuillan, State College’s Danny Moscone, West Allegheny’s Jonathan Levitt and Chartiers Valley’s Cullen McMahon as Highmark High School Hockey Players of the Month for January. The Penguins and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield honor high school players of the month four times each season … Read this article

Gameday 60 – New York Rangers Source: The Pensblog
New York Rangers (38-14-5) @Pittsburgh Penguins (33-21-5) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, MSG CONSOL Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA Game 60 already? The Pittsburgh Penguins return home to face the Eastern Conference-leading New York Rangers. The Rangers are 7-2-1 in their last ten. Henrik Lundqvist leads the league in save percentage and shutouts … Read this article

Penguins deadline dilemma? No Crosby (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. … More

Trade Analysis: Lightning deal Downie, ship Quincey to Wings for 1st rounder Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
THREE-WAY DEAL A rare three-way deal involving the Tampa Bay Lightning, Detroit Red Wings and Colorado Avalanche has highlighted today’s trade action. … Link

Rangers at Penguins – 02-21-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -The demolition of the Civic Arena continues. This is what it looked like in the morning: -And here’s what it looked like with another leaf/panel came tumbling down: (Kudos to … Read this article

Puck Headlines: Toews, Datsyuk among injured stars; Coyotes sale update; T.O. to drop puck (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. Oh, like Chicago could ever say goodbye to Patrick Kane. Here’s Continue reading … Read the rest here

#PaulMartinPowerball: 02.21.12 – $130 Source: The Pensblog
It is that special time. One new rule. Only one entry per person … More here

Video: Iron Workers (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This installment of Iron Workers ‘Building of a Champion’ features #26 Steve Sullivan. … Watch video here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Nemacolin Big 5 video features five questions with #48 Tyler Kennedy. … Watch here

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection Plays originally aired during the Feb. 21 match up against the New York Rangers. … To see video click here

Video: Tonight’s Matchup 2/21/12 vs. Rangers Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins take on the New York Rangers in tonight’s match up (2/21/12). … View video

Video: Deadline Difference Maker – Ron Francis ’91 Source: penguins.nhl.com
A look back at the immediate impact of players added before the NHL’s trade deadline. … Watch video here

Video: CISCO NHL Live – Steve Mears Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Radio and Pens TV host Steve Mears joins CISCO NHL Live. … See this video

NHL Trade Speculation: Should the Pittsburgh Penguins Look for a Backup Goalie? Source: Bleacher Report
It’s clear that Marc-Andre Fleury is the Pittsburgh Penguins ’ franchise goaltender. Although he had growing pains early in his career and still has some weaknesses, he has developed into what the Penguins hoped he would be when he was drafted first overall in 2004. … Read more here

About the Rangers – 02-21-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Rangers. When and where: 7 p.m., EST. Consol Energy Center. … More here

Orpik to miss tonight’s game vs. Rangers with injury Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik will not play in tonight’s showdown at Consol Energy Center against the New York Rangers because of an upper-body injury. … Visit link

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the NY Rangers. … See video here

Video: Game Day: Jordan Staal (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the NY Rangers. … To see video click here

Video: Game Day: Eric Tangradi (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Eric Tangradi talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the NY Rangers. … To see video click here

Video: Game Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the NY Rangers. … View video here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the New York Rangers. … Video here

Post-Morning Skate Buzz: Orpik out for tonight’s game; Long-term stay for Thiessen? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Post-Morning Skate Buzz: — Defenseman Brooks Orpik will not play tonight due to an upper body injury, head coach Dan Bylsma confirmed during his media session. The Penguins are currently calling Orpik’s injury a short-term one and for now they don’t expect him to miss much time … Continued here

Pens add backup goalie Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have recalled goaltender Brad Thiessen from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League. … Go here to read the rest

Morning Skate Buzz: Jeffrey healthy scratch? Pens recall goaltender Brad Thiessen Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
MORNING SKATE REPORT New York Rangers (38-14-5, 81 pts) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (33-21-5, 71 pts) 10:40 a.m. … Visit link

Penguins Recall Goaltender Brad Thiessen from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brad Thiessen The Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled goaltender Brad Thiessen from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, i… … More here

Penguins recall Thiessen – 02-21-12 Source: Empty Netters
Interesting move here. The Penguins have recalled goaltender Brad Thiessen from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL … See more here

Penguins Trade Talk: James Neal Signs 6-Year, $30 Million Extension Source: Bleacher Report
The Sunday morning announcement that the Pittsburgh Penguins and forward James Neal had agreed to terms on a six-year, $30 million contract extension proved once again that GM Ray Shero is capable of pulling off mutually beneficial deals while keeping things in-house. It’s the best deadline transaction no one saw coming. “I’m just so comfortable in Pittsburgh,” Neal told NHL.com . … Read this article

Penguins Report Tracker: Rumors and Speculation Ahead of NHL Trade Deadline Source: Bleacher Report
The NHL trade deadline is now just one week away, and teams are searching the market to see what, if anything, they can add to their lineup to make a playoff push, or what they can pick up to help them start to rebuild. … Visit link

Empty Netter Assists – 02-21-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -The Penguins recalled forward Eric Tangradi from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton . … Read the rest here

Coyotes surge after NHL All-Star break again Source: Tribune-Review
In the previous two seasons, Phoenix put together winning streaks of at least five games after the All-Star break, propelling them toward a playoff berth despite being run by the NHL. … Link

Opponents targeting Penguins star Malkin with plenty of size Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins’ Evgeni Malkin was targeted by the Buffalo Sabres’ biggest forward this past weekend, a familiar approach for stopping the league’s scoring leader. … See the article here

Penguins defense can’t afford to rest in showdown against Rangers Source: Tribune-Review
The Rangers lead the conference with 81 points, have won seven of 10 and own the best road record in the Eastern Conference. … Continued here

Tuesdays With Stoosh 02.21.2012 Source: The Pensblog
Ahhhhh , yes. Trade Deadline time. Let's fire up this crazy thing. … More here

Numbers add up to difficult opponent for Penguins Source: Post Gazette
The numbers say it still is possible. That the Penguins not only could make up the 10-point gap separating them from the New York Rangers, who will visit Consol Energy Center tonight, but actually could end up 36 in front of the Rangers … See the rest here

Ottawa dominates Islanders Source: Post Gazette
Erik Karlsson had a simple explanation for Ottawa’s dominant performance Monday. … See the article here

No changes expected after Penguins loss Source: Post Gazette
At this point, there’s no evidence that any of Evgeni Malkin, James Neal, Matt Cooke and Brooks Orpik will be unable to dress when the Penguins face the New York Rangers tonight at Consol Energy Center, although Dan Bylsma was somewhat cryptic about their status after the workout. … Read more here

Detroit’s Conklin put on waivers Source: Post Gazette
The Detroit Red Wings put goaltender Ty Conklin on waivers. If Conklin, a former Penguin, isn’t claimed by noon today, he will be assigned to the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins. … Continued here

Proposed Penguin trades: Day 10 Source: The Pensblog
(Totally lost count what day) Everyday until the trade deadline we'll post a proposed Penguins trade. You can send yours in over email to thepensblog@gmail.com. But don't bother sending just the trade proposal. … The rest is here

What to Watch For: Pens vs. Rangers Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (33-21-5) vs. RANGERS (38-14-5) WHEN: Feb. 21, 2012 – 7:00 pm | WHERE: CONSOL Energy Center WATCH: ROOT SPORTS | LISTEN: Penguins 24/7 Radio, 105.9 FM The New York Rangers have separate… … Continued here

Monday’s Pens Buzz: On Tangradi callup; Trade Front & Backup goaltender situation Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins recalled forward Eric Tangradi from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, just after 5:00 p.m. today. Tangradi who has struggled mightily at the NHL level, has appeared in 12 NHL games this season, going scoreless with 12 penalty minutes and a minus-5 rating. … See the article here

Penguins recall Eric Tangradi Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled forward Eric Tangradi from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Tangradi, 23, has appeared in 12 NHL games this season with Pittsburgh, going scoreless with 12 penalty minutes. In parts of three seasons with the Penguins, Tangradi has … Read more

Video: Great Moments in Penguins History (2/21/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Bob Grove takes us back to 1982 where the Penguins snapped the New York Islanders 15 game win streak. … Watch here

Tags: Brad Thiessen, Brooks Orpik, Consol Energy Center, Dan Bylsma, Eric Tangradi, Evgeni Malkin, James Neal, Jordan Staal, Matt Cooke, Ray Shero, Ron Francis, Steve Mears, Tyler Kennedy
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PensHead Daily Links 02-19-2012

Sunday, February 19th, 2012

Cap Analysis: Pens in the market to move a big salary by the off-season? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
LATEST BUZZ ON PENS CAP SITUATION The Pittsburgh Penguins struck a 6 year, $30 million deal with 24 year year winger James Neal this morning. Although the Penguins have known for a while that it was likely going to cost at least $5 million per season to get something done with Neal during the season, … Read this article

NHL roundup: Pens sign Neal to 6-year extension (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Obviously impressed by his career season, the Pittsburgh Penguins signed winger James Neal to a six-year contract extension Sunday. Neal, who entered Sunday with 30 goals and 56 points in 58 games this year, said he was excited to keep playing for the Penguins. … See the rest here

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Sabres chase backup Brent Johnson, rout Penguins 6-2 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Buffalo 6 – Pittsburgh 2 Coming off an impressive 6-4 divisional win over the Philadelphia Flyers Saturday afternoon, the Pittsburgh Penguins (33-21-5, 71 pts) did not come to play Sunday afternoon vs the Buffalo Sabres (25-27-7, 57 pts), falling to the Sabres 6-2 at the First Niagra Center. Pittsburgh which fell behind 3-0, were plagued … Read more

Roy scores 2 in Sabres 6-2 win over Penguins (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Sabres forward Derek Roy was still upset with himself after being robbed by Pittsburgh goalie Marc-Andre Fleury’s pad save in the second period. … Continued here

Twenty Years Later – The Other Trade – 02-19-12 Source: Empty Netters
“Twenty Years Later” is a segment with a highly unimaginative name which will appear on Empty Netters throughout the 2010-11 season. … Visit link

Penguins never catch up as Sabres rule, 6-2 Source: Post Gazette
BUFFALO — The Penguins fell behind early and stayed there all afternoon in a 6-2 loss to Buffalo at the First Niagara Center today. … Continued here

Pens look sluggish in loss to Sabres Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins looked sluggish throughout in a 6-2 setback against the Buffalo Sabres today. … See the rest here

Endgame: Sabres 6, Penguins 2 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Video: Stopping the Charge Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury makes more than a few stops in close, keeping the Pens within reach. … See video here

Video: Kaletta Penalty Shot Source: penguins.nhl.com
Patrick Kaletta takes a penalty shot on Marc-Andre Fleury in Buffalo. … See this video

Video: Post Game: Joran Staal (2/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to reporters following Sunday’s loss to Buffalo. … View video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (2/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following Sunday’s loss to Buffalo. … Click here to view video

Video: Post Game: Marc-Andre Fleury (2/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to reporters following Sunday’s loss to Buffalo. … See this video

Why Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist should be a Hart Trophy front-runner (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The decision to give a goaltender the Hart Trophy, like awarding a pitcher the MVP trophy in baseball, rests on whether or not you’re a member of one of two camps. You either believe that goaltenders and pitchers have their Continue reading … The rest is here

Malkin Factors in Neal’s Signing Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chemistry isn’t easy to define. But if you want to get a better understanding of the term, watch James Neal and Evgeni Malkin play together and the picture should become much clearer … Go here to read the rest

Penguins sign Neal to 6-year deal (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Obviously impressed by his career season, the Pittsburgh Penguins signed winger James Neal to a six-year contract extension Sunday. Neal, who entered Sunday with 30 goals and 56 points in 58 games this year, said he was excited to keep playing for the Penguins. … Visit link

Penguins sign Neal to six-year extension (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
BUFFALO, N.Y. … Read more here

Penguins sign LW Neal to 6-year contract extension (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
James Neal’s first full year with the Pittsburgh Penguins keeps getting better. And now the high-scoring forward will be around for another six seasons after signing $30 million contract extension on Sunday … Read this article

NHLPA 2012 Players Poll analysis: Bad news for Canucks, Ovechkin; great news for Blues, Datsyuk (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The 2012 NHLPA/CBC Sports Players Poll was released on Sunday online, with three more questions coming up during CBC’s coverage of the New Jersey Devils and Montreal Canadiens on Sunday. (Including which city deserves the next NHL franchise.) The NHLPA Continue reading … Link

FIRST PERIOD: Ryan Miller sucks Source: The Pensblog
Apparently the game is being streamed on NBC.com for those who need a stream: go pens … More here

James Neal Signs Real Deal Source: penguins.nhl.com
With the incredible year James Neal is putting together, he could have easily opted to go to restricted free agency this summer and explore his options. But the success Neal is having with the Penguins this season only intensified his desir… … Go here to read the rest

Penguins at Sabres – 02-19-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -First things first, EN reader @ mblume77 is rocking the jersey of former Penguins and Sabres antagonist on site in First Niagara Center today: -This game is available on a regional basis. If you can not watch the game in your area, NBC Sports’ Web site will offer a stream … Go here to read the rest

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (2/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters before this afternoon’s matchup against Buffalo. … Video here

Gameday 59 – Sabres Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (33-20-5) @ Buffalo Sabres (24-27-7) 12:30 pm/et TV: NBC First Niagara Center – Buffalo, NY The Buffalo Sabres are pretty much a disaster right now. They've lost four-in-a-row and they're 14th in the east … See more here

Thank you, Geno: James Neal gets 6-year deal from Penguins after breakout year (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins left wing James Neal has eclipsed his career highs in goals and points in just 58 games this season, heading into restricted free agency this summer. His timing is impeccable: Neal and the Penguins announced a 6-year contract Continue reading … Continued here

Penguins sign Neal to $30 million contract extension Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have signed forward James Neal to a six-year, $30 million contract extension. Neal will have a salary cap hit of $5 million once the contract kicks in next season. … See the rest here

Pens-Sabres In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
11:15 AM: James Neal’s new deal is the big news of the day, but in other news the Pens will be battling the Sabres at 12:30pm on NBC. … Follow this link

Penguins extend James Neal’s contract Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins have signed right wing James Neal to a six-year, $30 million contract extension, the team announced this morning. Neal was set to be a restricted free agent following this season. … Visit link

About the Sabres – 02-19-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Sabres. When and where: 12:30 p.m., EST. First Niagara Center. … Link

Empty Netter Assists – 02-19-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -James Neal (above) gets paid . … Read this article

Pens sign James Neal to 6 year – $30 million extension Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed winger James Neal to a 6 year – $30 million extension, the team announced this morning. … Read more

Get Ready for Six More Years of James Neal Source: The Pensblog
James Neal has re-signed for six years. Neal was set to become an RFA at the end of this season. From the Penguins website : The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-signed forward James Neal to a six-year contract extension, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero … Continued here

Penguins Re-Sign Forward James Neal to a Six-Year Contract Extension Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-signed forward James Neal to a six-year contract extension, it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. The deal begins with the 2012-13 season and runs through the… … More here

Penguins sign Neal to six-year extension – 02-19-12 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have signed forward James Neal (right) to a six-year contract extension believed to be worth a total of worth a total of $30 million. Neal will have a salary cap hit of $5 million once the contract kicks in … More here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (2/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sam Kasan breaks down today’s game against the Buffalo Sabres. … See this video

Video: Game Day: James Neal (2/19/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to reporters after confirming a 6 year deal with the Penguins. … View video here

#PaulMartinPowerball: 02.19.12 Source: The Pensblog
It is that special time. One new rule … See the article here

Caps’ Green back after 18-game absence Source: Tribune-Review
Washington Capitals defenseman Mike Green returned after missing 18 games because of an abdominal injury. … The rest is here

Stamkos’ 40th goal lifts Lightning over Caps Source: Tribune-Review
Steven Stamkos scored his NHL-leading 40th goal of the season, and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Washington Capitals, 2-1, on Saturday night. … Continue reading here

Despres doesn’t let demotion ruin his disposition Source: Tribune-Review
Recovering from a knee injury that cost him almost six weeks of his promising rookie season, Simon Despres was assigned to the AHL shortly after being cleared for contact. … See the article here

Rare 3-on-5 goal fuels Penguins’ rally Source: Tribune-Review
“We hadn’t won against them yet, so it was pretty important,” said Matt Cooke, who scored twice, including a rare 3-on-5 shorthanded goal. … Read more

Asham, Jeffrey, Cooke deliver in return to lineup Source: Tribune-Review
Asham was on the ice for 9:27 in the 6-4 victory over the Flyers at Wells Fargo Center. The right wing had last played Jan. … The rest is here

Cooke scores 2 goals to lift Penguins (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Matt Cooke scored two goals to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 6-4 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers in the NHL on Saturday. Dustin Jeffrey scored the go-ahead goal 37 seconds into the third period, and Jordan Staal, Pascal Dupuis and James Neal also had goals for the Penguins, who are now level with Philadelphia for fourth place in the Eastern Conference. … See the article here

Saturday’s Three Stars: Four points for each Sedin; Kiprusoff blanks Kings (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Henrik/Daniel Sedin, Vancouver Canucks Another night of collecting points for the twins as the Canucks downed the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-2. Each Sedin had four points with Daniel notching a goal and three assists and Henrik chipping Continue reading … More here

Ten Games Spruce Up NHL Schedule Feb. 19 (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL season is beginning to wind down. Teams will start to jockey for playoff positions as the playoffs start in early April. By mid-February, the league has a pretty good idea as to which teams are good, great and mediocre. … See more here

NHL Roundup: Blues keep on rolling Source: Post Gazette
The St. Louis Blues are on quite the roll … Read more here

Rare 3-on-5 goal stirs pot in Penguins’ 6-4 victory Source: Post Gazette
Matt Cooke has played 863 regular-season games in the NHL. Some have been pretty good. … See more here

Penguins Notebook: Engelland falls, but teammates pick him up Source: Post Gazette
Deryk Engelland could not explain it. And he did not bother trying to excuse it. … Link

Wings’ streak one for the books Source: Post Gazette
“Twenty-one! Twenty-one!” There was snow on the ground and empty streets throughout Detroit. … More

On the Penguins: 1 day, 1 hit, 1 life-altering concussion Source: Post Gazette
Jason Botterill had been hit hard before, and he had the medical history to prove it. … Link

Stunned Pic (s) Of The Night: Stunned in Philly 2.18.12 Source: The Pensblog
Seriously though, awesome 10 million goaltender. Have fun with that… First pic , Pat M. … Follow this link

Twenty Years Later – Penguins 7, Maple Leafs 1 – 02-17-12 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 s … … Visit link

Jordan Staal Fined $2,500 Source: The Pensblog
According to the Pittsburgh Penguins' website , Jordan Staal has been fined $2,500 for boarding Braydon Coburn. The $2,500 fine is the maximum allowed under the NHL CBA … View post

Staal fined for boarding Coburn – 02-17-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins forward Jordan Staal was fined $2,500 by the NHL for a boarding minor against Flyers defenseman Braydon Coburn today . The hit occurred at 9:56 of the second period during today’s game at the Wells Fargo Center … Read more

Penguins C Jordan Staal fined $2,500 by NHL (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL has acted quickly, fining Pittsburgh Penguins center Jordan Staal $2,500 for boarding Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Braydon Coburn just hours after the infraction in an afternoon game. Staal received the maximum fine allowed following his hit on Coburn during the Penguins’ 6-4 victory over the Flyers on Saturday. … More

Staal Fined $2,500 for Boarding Source: penguins.nhl.com
NEW YORK (February 18, 2012) — Pittsburgh Penguins forward Jordan Staal has been fined $2,500, the maximum allowed under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, for boarding Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Braydon Coburn during NHL Game No. … The rest is here

Analysis: Flyers add more size and toughness on the backend with addition of Kubina Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
FLYERS ACQUIRE KUBINA Just two days after acquiring defenseman Nicklas Grossman from the Dallas Stars, the Philadelphia Flyers this evening finalized a deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning, acquiring defenseman Pavel Kubinain-exchangefor a 2012 second round pick and 2013 4th round pick. Kubina a 14 year NHL veteran, has 3 goals – 8 assists for … The rest is here

Penguins’ Staal fined for hit on Flyers’ Coburn Source: Post Gazette
Center Jordan Staal has been fined $2,500 by the NHL for a hit from behind on Philadelphia defenseman Braydon Coburn. … More here

NHL fines Jordan Staal $2,500 for boarding Braydon Coburn (Video) (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins scored three times in the third period to defeat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-4 this afternoon and tie their cross-state rivals for fourth overall in the Eastern Conference. As with any typical Penguins-Flyers tilt there was plenty of Continue reading … More here

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PensHead Daily Links 02-18-2012

Saturday, February 18th, 2012

Jordan Staal fined $2,500 For boarding incident Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins center Jordan Staal has been fined $2,500 by the NHL for a boarding incident in today’s game vs the Philadelphia Flyers. … See the rest here

Staal fined $2,500 for boarding (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Jordan Staal received a maximum allowed fine of $2,500 for his boarding infraction against the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday, the league announced. At the 9:56 mark of the second period, Staal drew a boarding penalty against defenseman Braydon Coburn. … See more here

Boarding Flyers defenseman costs Jordan Staal $2,500 Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Jordan Staal was fined $2,500 by the league for boarding Flyers defenseman Braydon Coburn during the second period of today’s 6-4 victory at the Wells Fargo Center. … Continue reading here

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Penguins overcome penalties to top Flyers (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Maybe the Philadelphia Flyers should’ve asked the referees to ignore penalties against them. Dustin Jeffrey scored a tiebreaking goal just 37 seconds into the third period to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 6-4 win over Philadelphia on Saturday afternoon at the Wells Fargo… … Link

Get Shorty Source: penguins.nhl.com
PHILADELPHIA, PA – The Penguins entered a shorthanded situation down one goal to the Philadelphia Flyers – and came out of it with a one-goal lead. Jordan Staal scored just 16 seconds into a penalty late in the second period to even… … More

What to Watch For: Pens vs. Sabres Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (33-20-5) vs. … View post

Jeffrey, Cooke lead Penguins over Flyers (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PHILADELPHIA – Down one man and then two, the Pittsburgh Penguins were at their best shorthanded. … More here

Flyers can’t answer Pens in 6-4 loss Source: Post Gazette
PHILADELPHIA — The Penguins scored three unanswered goals in the first half of the third period to record a 6-4 victory over the Flyers at the Wells Fargo Center today. … See the rest here

Penguins 6, Flyers 4 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Even Jaromir Jagr’s heroics against his former team couldn’t help the struggling Flyers. … See the article here

Pens – Flyers Instant Analysis: Three goal third period fuels 6-4 Pens win Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh 6 – Philadelphia 4 — Matt Cooke (10, 11) scored twice and added an assist as the Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 6-4 on Saturday afternoon at the Wells Fargo Center. Cooke who was tremendous in the win, opened the scoring 3:17 into the game and from there it was a back and … More here

RECAP: One Night In Bangkok. PENS WIN. Source: The Pensblog
Pens won this 6-4. Pens are already heading to Buffalo. … The rest is here

Flurry of goals lifts Penguins past Flyers Source: Tribune-Review
Matt Cooke and Jordan Staal scored shorthanded goals on the same penalty, and the Penguins beat the Flyers in Saturday’s 6-4 victory at Wells Fargo Center. … Continue reading here

Endgame: Penguins 6, Flyers 4 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Video: Essence: Fans (2/18/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The new commercial spot for the Pittsburgh Penguins. … View video

Video: The Bank of Dupuis Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis spins and banks a shot in off the skate of Sergei Bobrovsky. … To see video click here

Video: Body Blow from Brooks Source: penguins.nhl.com
Andrej Meszaros is met by a thunderous hit from Brooks Orpik. … To see video click here

Video: Cooke Scores 3 on 5 Goal Source: penguins.nhl.com
With the Pens down two men, Matt Cooke jumps ahead of Kimmo Timonen and scores. … See this video

Video: Engelland Pops Giroux Source: penguins.nhl.com
Deryk Engelland lays a big hit on Claude Giroux at the Penguins blue line. … To see video click here

Video: Post Game: Matt Cooke (2/18/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke talks to the media after defeating the Philadelphia Flyers. … View video

Video: Post Game: Pascal Dupuis (2/18/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis talks to the media after defeating the Philadelphia Flyers. … View video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (2/18/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after defeating the Philadelphia Flyers. … Video here

Video: Post Game: Dustin Jeffrey (2/18/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dustin Jeffrey talks to the media after defeating the Philadelphia Flyers. … View video

Video: Scouting Report: Buffalo (2/18/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sam Kasan gives us the latest Scouting Report on the Buffalo Sabres. … Click here to view video

NHL Trades: For Penguins’ Ray Shero, Boring Has Been Better (& Will Be Again) Source: Bleacher Report
When it comes to hockey, the NHL trade deadline can be a grade of moron fuel rivaled only by free agency, staged fighting and the 93 octane that is Mike Milbury’s stance on headshots . … See the article here

THIRD PERIOD: Pens v. Flyers — no clue Source: The Pensblog
Strangest game of the season thus far. Tied at 3 going into third. … Read this article

VIDEO: Engelland bashes Giroux Source: The Pensblog
Thanks to Jared Taber @ jaredtaber … See the article here

FIRST PERIOD: Malkin vs. Giroux — Stream Source: The Pensblog
Stream here. … See the rest here

Gameday 58 – Flyers Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (32-20-5) @ Philadelphia Flyers (32-18-7) 1:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, NHLN-US , CSN-PH Wells Fargo Center – Philadelphia, PA Bring It. Season Series: 0-2-0 … Read this article

Penguins at Flyers – 02-18-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -First things first, Arron Asham will be back in the lineup today after missing 13 games due to a concussion. -The Flyers are getting forward James van Riemsdyk back in the lineup too … See the rest here

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PensHead Daily Links 02-16-2012

Thursday, February 16th, 2012

Analysis: Flyers acquire Stars defenseman Nicklas Grossman Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Philadelphia Flyers have addressed their biggest need, acquiring defenseman Nicklas Grossman from the Dallas Stars in exchange for a 2012 second round pick (MIN)and 2013 3rd round pick (. Grossman, 27, was one of the most underrated stay-at-home defenseman on the trade market. At 6-foot-4, 230-pounds, Grossman has excellent size and fits the profile … Read more

Cammi Granato Blazes Path for Women’s Hockey Source: penguins.nhl.com
The fifth annual “Hockey Weekend Across America” is a three-day celebration of the sport of hockey that will take place Feb. 17-19 nationwide … More here

Link City: Trade Talk Source: The Pensblog
[ Update ]: Philadelphia acquired Nicklas Grossman from Dallas in exchange for a 2012 2nd round pick and a 3rd round pick next year. … Link

10 Thoughts: Penguins – Ducks Fallout Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Penguins – Ducks Fallout 1. Last night’s 2-1 loss to the surging Anaheim Ducks was a game where the Penguins feel they had a prime opportunity to put the game away early on, most notably in the first period. Anaheim didn’t have their legs early on in back-to-back situations and Pittsburgh dominated play in the … Continue reading here

The Anaheim Ducks are really going to pull this off, aren’t they? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
There are many signs that something special is happening with the Anaheim Ducks this season. One of them was on the boards near their bench in Pittsburgh, during their 2-1 victory over the Penguins on Wednesday night: a bottle of Continue reading … More here

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

Twenty Years Later – Flyers 3, Penguins 3 – 02-16-12 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 … … Continue reading here

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Empty Netter Assists – 02-16-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “We could have gotten two points, but I don’t think we deserved them tonight, because we didn’t play well enough.” – Zbynek Michalek. -The Orange County Register’s … … See more here

All of the sudden, the Flyers are scuffling in the Atlantic Division Source: Tribune-Review
After a solid start, the Philadelphia Flyers are scuffling, suddenly a bad game or two away from falling to fourth in the division. … Read this article

Former Caps coach Boudreau still keeping an eye on Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
Like the rest of the NHL, Anaheim coach Bruce Boudreau has been captivated by Penguins center Evgeni Malkin, the league’s leading scorer. … Visit link

Selanne’s late score lifts Ducks to victory over Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
The normally up-tempo Penguins, who had scored 13 goals in two games over the weekend, looked lethargic in the loss. … View post

Rested Selanne climbs NHL scoring list (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
It is a rare instance when Teemu Selanne doesn’t see much ice time during a pivotal part of a game, but that was just the case Tuesday when he saw only 2 1/2 minutes of action in the third period of the Ducks’ win over Minnesota. … Read this article

NHL Capsules (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Teemu Selanne beat goalie Marc-Andre Fleury midway through the third period, and the Anaheim Ducks snapped the Pittsburgh Penguins’ six-game, home-winning streak with a 2-1 victory on Wednesday night. Corey Perry added his 28th goal, and Jonas Hiller made 25 saves for Anaheim, which won in Pittsburgh for the first time in 11 years by slowing down Penguins star Evgeni Malkin. … Continue reading here

NHL Capsules: Selanne, Ducks stay hot (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Teemu Selanne beat goalie Marc-Andre Fleury midway through the third period, and the Anaheim Ducks snapped the Pittsburgh Penguins’ six-game, home-winning streak with a 2-1 victory on Wednesday night. … Continued here

Penguins can’t sustain strong play, fall to Ducks Source: Post Gazette
There are points stolen and points squandered every season, by every team. … Read more here

Wednesday’s National Hockey League Capsules (PA SportsTicker) Source: Yahoo Sports
Teemu Selanne beat goalie Marc-Andre Fleury midway through the third period, and the Anaheim Ducks snapped the Pittsburgh Penguins’ six-game, home-winning streak with a 2-1 victory on Wednesday night. … Visit link

Wednesday’s Three Stars: Lupul, Connolly, give Leafs OT win; Anderson stops 42 (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No wonder Dion Phaneuf never smiles. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins notebook: Forget geography, Ducks are halfway home Source: Post Gazette
Anaheim did not have a game-day skate Wednesday before meeting the Penguins at Consol Energy Center because the Ducks played at … Link

Ottawa extends hex on Florida Source: Post Gazette
Craig Anderson made 42 saves, six Ottawa players scored, and the visiting Senators routed Florida, 6-2, Wednesday night for their ninth … Read more

Collier: Selanne is standing the test of time Source: Post Gazette
You’d probably have to be an actual migrating duck to be on a road trip longer than the NHL’s Anaheim Ducks. … More

RECAP: Finsanity. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
Strange game. Maybe the most onside play of all time. We're quick to change moods after the minor disappointments in life. The Pens lost. Nothing you can do about that. If the Pens were destined to lose this game, we're glad it was Teemu . What a professional athlete. … Read the rest here

VIDEO: Bizarre Sidney Crosby reference on Law & Order SVU Source: The Pensblog
All the credit in the world goes to Three Rivers Burgh Blog . Might be the only time Crosby gets on NBC this year. … Excerpt from

Penguins fall to Ducks, 2-1 Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins’ home winning streak came to an end in a 2-1 loss to the Anaheim Ducks tonight at Consol Energy Center. … Excerpt from

Selanne leads Ducks past Penguins 2-1 (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Dog tired at the end of a lengthy shift, Anaheim’s Matt Beleskey saw a familiar No. 8 out of the corner of his eye, flipped the puck in that general direction and hoped for the best. When it comes to Teemu Selanne, the best tends to happen … Link

Selanne. Game. Ducks win Source: The Pensblog
Too good. yikes. Pens lose … Visit link

Endgame: Ducks 2, Penguins 1 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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THIRD PERIOD:1-1, Martin/Michalek Source: The Pensblog
Martin and Michalek got stuck out there together, and the world fell apart. 1-1 … View post

SECOND PERIOD: Staal has Pens up 1-0, stream here Source: The Pensblog
Stream info: Stream here: Justin.tv Password: wtfducks … See the article here

FIRST PERIOD: Bruce is back. Live stream here Source: The Pensblog
Stream info after the readmore via hockeyburgh Stream here pw : wtfducks … More

Video: American Eagle Student Rush Preview Source: penguins.nhl.com
Katie O’Malley covers all the action at the AEO Student Rush before tonight’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. … To see video click here

Video: Fleury of Motion Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury makes a terrific pad save and sweeps the puck away instantly. … Video here

Video: Letang to the Rescue Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang stopsthe puck with his stick from crossing the goal line just in time. … Video here

Video: Radio Rewind (02/16/2012) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins defensemen are discussed … Video here

Video: Post Game: Chris Kunitz (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Chris Kunitz talks to the media following Wednesday night’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. … See video here

Video: Post Game: Jordan Staal (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to the media following Wednesday night’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. … See this video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media following Wednesday night’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. … See this video

Video: Pens Insider: Student Rush (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Katie O’Malley caught up with some students enjoying the festivities of student rush before the game against the Anaheim Ducks. … View video here

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PensHead Daily Links 02-15-2012

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

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Puck Previews: Ducks’ road trip continues; Sens, Panthers in battle of most surprising teams (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
This is the Minnesota Wild’s usual defensive structure. Preview: Anaheim Ducks at Pittsburgh Penguins, 7 p.m. … Excerpt from

Pens-Ducks In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
6:05 PM: Today marked a special American Eagle Student Rush, where the youths lined up outside starting at 11 a.m. and later got to experience some entertainment that included a DJ, trivia and dance contests, prizes and even some yummy pizzas… … Excerpt from

Flyers scuffling lately in the Atlantic Division (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Flyers expected an off-season of major change would bring them closer to a Stanley Cup. With the NHL season entering its third period, they are no closer to even winning an Atlantic Division title. … See more here

Gameday 57 – Ducks Source: The Pensblog
Anaheim Ducks (22-24-9)@ Pittsburgh Penguins (32-19-5) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, PRIME Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA Bruce Boudreau returns to Pittsburgh and this time he's with Corey Perry, Ryan Getzlaf, Saku Koivu, Teemu Selanne and the Anaheim Ducks. … Read the rest here

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Ducks at Penguins – 02-15-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from a pleasant mid-winter day in February. … Continue reading here

About the Ducks – 02-15-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Ducks. When and where: 7 p.m. EST. … View post

Video: Iron Workers (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This installment of Iron Workers ‘Building of a Champion’ features #14 Chris Kunitz. … See video here

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection Plays aired during the Feb. 15 contest against the Anaheim Ducks. … See this video

Video: Tonight’s Matchup (2/15/12) vs. Ducks Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins conclude a three game home stand with a match up against the Anaheim Ducks. … Watch video here

Video: Game Day: Bruce Boudreau (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Anaheim Head Coach Bruce Boudreau talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. … View video here

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Puck Headlines: Rick Nash chatter; Jagr turns 40; Ovechkin too much of a rock star? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Jaromir Jagr turns 40 today. … Continue reading here

Proposed Penguin trades: Day 7 Source: The Pensblog
Everyday until the trade deadline we'll post a proposed Penguins trade. You can send yours in over email to thepensblog@gmail.com. But don't bother sending just the trade proposal … Read this article

Colligan: Crosby’s status determines Penguins moves. Source: The Pensblog
Great piece from Mike Colligan over at the HockeyWriters : Without detailing the cap dynamics of various scenarios, the Penguins need to decide — and likely already have — whether Crosby may return in the regular season. If that possibility still exists, Shero will have very little cap space to maneuver. … Go here to read the rest

NHL Trade Deadline Dream Scenarios: Whom do you want to go where? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
The NHL trade deadline is where logic and fantasy “meet-cute”, date for a while and then have a teary-eyed breakup while an Adele song plays on the car stereo. They can’t coexist in the same relationship … Read this article

Twenty Years Later – North Stars 5, Penguins 2 – 02-15-12 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 … … View post

Video: Scouting Report: Anaheim (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sam Kasan gives us the details on what to expect when the Pens take on the Anaheim Ducks. … View video here

Video: Game Day: Deryk Engelland (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Deryk Engelland talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. … Video here

Video: Game Day: Craig Adams (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Craig Adams talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. … Watch here

Video: Game Day: Matt Cooke (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Cooke talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. … Watch here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma speaks to the media before tonight’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. … See this video

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. … Watch video here

NHL: Pens plan to breakup top line when Crosby returns? Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
KUNITZ FULLY EXPECTED TO PLAY WITH CROSBY The Pittsburgh Penguins have the best line in hockey but the line doesn’t figure to stay together when Sidney Crosby returns to action, which team sources are confident will happen by March. Can anyone imagine Sidney Crosby being stuck playing with the likes of Steve Sullivan, Pascal Dupuis … See the rest here

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#PaulMartinPowerball: 02.15.12 Source: The Pensblog
It is that special time. One new rule. Only one entry per person … See the rest here

Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Anaheim Source: penguins.nhl.com
12 players skate for practice (10:36 AM). … Follow this link

Benstonium: "Penguins Clint Eastwood" Source: The Pensblog
This will jam you up: … See more here

Happy Three Years Dan Bylsma Source: The Pensblog
Valentine's Day 2009 was especially depressing for Penguins' fans. … More

DVE: Crazed Pens Fans Source: The Pensblog
They're basically making fun of the annoying people at games screaming shit as if the players can hear them and/or are best friends with them. They hit the nail on the head. … Go here to read the rest

Uh-oh. Is obstruction back? Source: The Pensblog
Shelly Anderson did an article recently where Bylsma was talking about obstruction and some of the rules the NHL put in place coming out of the lockout. Basically, he said he would be in favor of putting the red line back in, essentially making two-line passes a forbidden practice again. It would slow the game down and prevent some injuries. On the flip side, it makes the rink more congested and gives obstruction a chance to seep back into the league, although some people are saying obstruction is already alive and well in the NHL. Bylsma 's game is speed up the ice, and if obstruction ever gets out of control, he'll be the first guy to say something. … See the article here

Catching up on Jeremy Lin Source: The Pensblog
If you're like us, it took a little while to look into this Jeremy Lin playing for the New York Knicks. We had heard about it in passing for like a week, and then the Linsanity reached critical mass. Basically, this guy is 23 years old and has bounced around the league seeing hardly any playing time. He went to Harvard and then went undrafted but eventually got picked up by someone. Fast-forward a couple years to December 2011, where the Knicks pick him up on waivers to act as nothing but insurance in an already deep backcourt . A couple injuries later (and a bad stretch of games for the Knicks), Lin was given the nod and has exploded. In his six games since seeing significant playing time, he has scored 25, 28, 23, 38, 20, and 27 points. Those 38 points came against Kobe Bryant and the Lakers in a showdown this past Friday night at Madison Square Garden at a point where Linsanity was already taking off. … The rest is here

Pens Pleased With Growth of College Hockey in the States Source: penguins.nhl.com
The fifth annual “Hockey Weekend Across America” is a three-day celebration of the sport of hockey that will take place Feb. 17-19 nationwide. It was created by USA Hockey in 2008 to engage the hockey community in celebrating the sp… … Read this article

Tough-minded Asham close to returning to Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins right winger Arron Asham returned to practice this week, and when he does return to the lineup, he isn’t planning on changing a thing. … Link

Penguins’ Niskanen earns praise for sterling play on defense Source: Tribune-Review
Recent actions indicate the Penguins might think highly enough of defenseman Matt Niskanen to elevate him on the depth chart. … See more here

Kovacevic: If giant steel walls could talk … Source: Tribune-Review
If giant steel walls could talk, one might have overheard the following conversation this past weekend, just across the street from Consol Energy Center. … View post

NHL Trade Rumors: Pens’ Lemieux May Be Considering a Crosby-for-Nash Trade Source: Bleacher Report
That’s right! You heard it here first. I have a league source and this rumor is VERY strong. … Read more

Cooke serves new recipe, and it’s a hit Source: Post Gazette
The new Matt Cooke — humble, retooled and street legal — popped in two goals in the Penguins season opener Oct. 6 at Vancouver. … More here

Empty Netter Assists – 02-15-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Welcome back Arron Asham (above)… this weekend … Link

Detroit turns over a 21 at home Source: Post Gazette
The Detroit Red Wings won an NHL-record 21st consecutive home game, beating the Dallas Stars, 3-1, Tuesday night. … Continue reading here

Asham hopes he can return this weekend Source: Post Gazette
Arron Asham will not be in the lineup tonight when the Penguins face the Anaheim Ducks at Consol Energy Center, but the veteran winger has given himself an accelerated timetable in his comeback from a concussion. … Continued here

Rangers stretch lead in Boston Source: Post Gazette
Henrik Lundqvist made 42 saves for his NHL-leading seventh shutout of the season, and the visiting New York Rangers beat the Boston Bruins, 3-0, to widen the gap between the top two teams in the Eastern Conference. … Go here to read the rest

Stunned Pic Of The Night: Little kid in boston 2.14.12 Source: The Pensblog
The Rangers win 3-0 in Boston. Little kid hates himself. … More here

NHL Trade Scenarios: What the Pittsburgh Penguins Should Do To Acquire Rick Nash Source: Bleacher Report
The trade deadline is about two weeks away and it was reported today, by RDS ( “French-speaking sister of TSN” ) that the Columbus Blue Jackets are finally shopping around superstar forward Rick Nash . Yahoo’s Greg Wyshynski mentions that Pittsburgh Penguins scouts were watching the Blue Jackets vs. Ducks game on Sunday … Excerpt from

Proposed Penguin trades: Day 6 Source: The Pensblog
Everyday until the trade deadline we'll post a proposed Penguins trade. … Go here to read the rest

How to start, continue, and then wash your hands of a trade rumor in 6 tweets Source: The Pensblog
Brilliance was on display this afternoon. No, Apollo 13 wasn't on. The Internet mastermind known as Eklund vamped up the universe in six simple tweets regarding the Rick Nash situation. … See the rest here

Penguins premiere ‘In the Room’ on NHL Network Source: penguins.nhl.com
Building on the momentum of last season’s ground-breaking HBO “24/7″ series, NHL fans can check out the Pittsburgh Penguins’ new exclusive behind-the-scenes show, “In the Room,” which debuts on the NHL Network this weekend. … … Read the rest here

What to Watch For: Pens vs. Ducks Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (32-19-5) vs. DUCKS (23-24-9) WHEN: Feb … Continue reading here

Video: UPMC Spotlight: Jordan Staal (2/15/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal wasted no time contributing to a 4 point weekend upon his return to the lineup. … See this video

Tags: Arron Asham, Chris Kunitz, Consol Energy Center, Craig Adams, Dan Bylsma, Deryk Engelland, Jaromir Jagr, Jordan Staal, Matt Cooke, Pascal Dupuis, Sidney Crosby, Steve Mears
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PensHead Daily Links 02-12-2012

Sunday, February 12th, 2012

@pghpenguins: Tonight's game features 3 of the @NHL's top 4 goal scorers: @realstamkos91 (37) @malkin71_ (30) & @jneal_18 (29) – http://twitpic.com/8j50u8

Gameday 56 – Lightning Source: The Pensblog
Tampa Bay Lightning (24-24-6)@ Pittsburgh Penguins (31-19-5) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, SUN, RDSI Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA Hopefully Evgeni Malkin doesn't do anything terrible and against “the code” like try to avoid a check today. Season Series: 1-1-0 Last meeting that counted: January 15, 2012. Penguins won 6-3 … Visit link

The Top Five Valentine’s Day NHL Players in History: Fan’s Opinion (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
Valentine’s Day NHL players For a sport that glorifies fighting and vicious hitting, the NHL goes a long way to promote sportsmanship in its time-honored tradition of opposing players shaking hands after the game. So on Valentine’s Day, NHL fans and players should try and… … See more here

Lightning at Penguins – 02-12-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from another cold, blustery day in Pittsburgh. There isn’t as much snow as yesterday and it’s actually a tad warmer, but it’s not exactly a day to stock up on sunblock. -The Civic Arena looming over Centre Avenue: -The current barn: -The ice: … … Read more here

About the Lightning – 02-12-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Lightning. When and where: 7 p.m … See more here

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (2/12/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection Plays is from the 2/12/12 match up against the Tampa Bay Lightning. … See video here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (2/12/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This installment of Nemacolin Big 5 features 5 Questions with #15 Dustin Jeffrey. … Watch here

Video: Tonight’s Matchup 2/12/12 vs. Lightning Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins take on the Tampa Bay Lightning for the teams’ third meeting this season (2/12/12). … View video

Fan Guide vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Source: penguins.nhl.com
7:00 PM Ticketmaster | Ticket Exchange | Student Rush Don’t have a ticket yet? It’s not too late … Visit link

Notebook: Pens Host Lightning Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will host the Tampa Bay Lightning Sunday night at 7 p.m. … Follow this link

#PaulMartinPowerball: 02.12.12 Source: The Pensblog
It is that special time. One new rule. Only one entry per person … The rest is here

Video: Scouting Report: Tampa Bay (2/12/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pens will take on the Tampa Bay Lightning at home for the first time this season. Sam Kasan gives us the Scouting Report. … Video here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (2/12/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. … Click here to view video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (2/12/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters before tonight’s game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. … View video here

Video: Game Day: Simon Despres (2/12/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Simon Despres talks to reporters before tonight’s game against Tampa Bay. … To see video click here

Video: Game Day: Matt Niskanen (2/12/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Matt Niskanen talks to reporters before tonight’s game against Tampa Bay. … View video here

Tangradi braces for another trade deadline Source: Tribune-Review
When Eric Tangradi was a late scratch for a Feb. … See the article here

Jeffrey steps in successfully at wing Source: Tribune-Review
Dustin Jeffrey has always appeared more comfortable playing center, but his ability to have long term success with the Penguins could depend on him thriving at wing. … Excerpt from

Penguins claim run-and-gun win Source: Tribune-Review
Evgeni Malkin produced four assists and scored a breakaway goal to lead the Penguins to an 8-5 victory over the Winnipeg Jets Saturday. … Continue reading here

Jordan Staal makes smooth return to Penguin lineup Source: Tribune-Review
His shooting touch, his skating, his skill along the boards, it all came back quickly for Jordan Staal despite a monthlong layoff. His poise came, too. … Continued here

Saturday’s Three Stars: Another Malkin 5-spot; Price spoils Sundin night (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Evgeni Malkin, Pittsburgh Penguins Ho-hum another day, another 5-point night for Evgeni Malkin. The Penguins star had a goal and four assists in notching this third 5-spot of the season, leading Pittsburgh to an 8-5 win Continue reading … Go here to read the rest

Callahan’s hat trick powers Rangers Source: Post Gazette
Everything seems to go right for the New York Rangers when they play the Philadelphia Flyers, even their anemic power play. … Read the rest here

Staal gives Penguins an assist in return to lineup Source: Post Gazette
Some things felt new to Jordan Staal Saturday when the Penguins faced Winnipeg at Consol Energy Center. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins’ Malkin grounds Jets with 5 points Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Malkin was playing his 400th game in the NHL. … Read this article

On the Penguins: The cloud on NHL horizon Source: Post Gazette
It is not, for most people in the NHL, the most pressing concern at the moment. … Read more

Stunned Pic(s) of the night: 2.11.12 Source: The Pensblog
There were 12 games tonight in the NHL. Six road teams won. … Read this article

Malkin Leads the Pens to Victory Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin always seems to shine when the Penguins need him the most. … See more here

Endgame: Penguins 8, Jets 5 Source: penguins.nhl.com
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RECAP: 8 simple rules to scoring unlimited goals. PENS WIN Source: The Pensblog
And who said scoring in the NHL was down? The Pens banked a much needed two points with a wild 8-5 victory over the Jets … Link

Tags: Consol Energy Center, Dan Bylsma, Eric Tangradi, Evgeni Malkin, Jordan Staal, Simon Despres, Steve Mears
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PensHead Daily Links 02-11-2012

Saturday, February 11th, 2012

Perrotto: MLB scout who covers AL East weighs in on A.J. Burnett Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
By John Perrotto A.J. … Link

Malkin tallies five points in Penguins’ victory Source: Tribune-Review
Penguins center Evgeni Malkin scored his 30th goal of the season and added four assists as the Penguins outlasted Winnipeg in a 8-5 shootout at Consol Energy on Saturday. … More here

Malkin stays hot as Penguins rip Jets 8-5 (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Evgeni Malkin, James Neal and Chris Kunitz have spent most of the last two months carrying the Pittsburgh Penguins while captain Sidney Crosby works his way back from concussion-like symptoms. … Read the rest here

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Pens – Jets Post Game: Malkin has 5 point game in 8-5 win Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Pittsburgh 8 – Winnipeg 5 — Evgeni Malkin had a goal and four assists as the Pittsburgh Penguins snapped a two game losing streak, defeating the Winnipeg Jets 8-5 on Saturday afternoon at the Consol Energy Center. … More here

VIDEO: Malkin’s breakaway goal Source: The Pensblog
Malkin had five points this afternoon, but none of them prettier than this move on Jets goalie Ondrej Pavlec Malkin blew past Dustin Byfuglien , showed incredible strength all the while deking Pavlec . Malkin leads the NHL with 67 points. … More

Malkin rockets Penguins past Jets, 8-5 Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Malkin, playing in his 400th NHL game, had five points as the Penguins topped the Winnipeg Jets, 8-5, today at Consol Energy Center. … Continue reading here

THIRD PERIOD: A lot of game left, 5-3 Pens Source: The Pensblog
Malkin has four points, the first line has accounted for 9 points overall. A lot of game to be played. … Link

Video: Post Game: Jordan Staal (2/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to reporters following Saturday’s game against Winnipeg. … Click here to view video

Video: Park Hits 100th Source: penguins.nhl.com
Richard Park’s deflection gives him his 100th NHL goal. … To see video click here

Video: Malkin It Up Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin speeds through the defense and puts it past Ondrej Pavelec at the net. … Watch video here

Video: Feeding Time Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang catches the pass from Evgeni Malkin and puts it home for the Penguins. … Video here

Video: The Fleury Shuffle Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury shuffles out of the net to protect the puck. … See this video

Video: Post Game: Evgeni Malkin (2/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin talks to reporters following Saturday’s game against Winnipeg. … Watch video here

Video: Hanging Loose Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury sprawls out in front of the net to make the tough save. … View video here

Video: Post Game: Kris Letang (2/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang talks to the media following Saturday’s game against Winnipeg. … Watch video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (2/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following Saturday’s game against Winnipeg. … View video here

Video: Staal Family on Hockey Day Source: penguins.nhl.com
CBC speaks with members of the Staal family on Hockey Day. … Watch video here

SECOND PERIOD: 2-2 Neal city Source: The Pensblog
Neal city tied it up. Dustin Jeffrey also scored 2-2 … Excerpt from

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FIRST PERIOD: Winnipeg sucks. Stream here Source: The Pensblog
Staal's back. Stream info: Place: JustinTv PW: blowjetsblow … View post

@pghpenguins: Cal O'Reilly warming up for his first game at @CONSOLEnergyCtr as a member of the #Pens – http://twitpic.com/8ikp9k

@pghpenguins: Jordan Staal returns to the lineup tonight after missing 15 with a knee injury. The #Pens are 9-4-0 when he scores – http://twitpic.com/8ikkz9

Gameday 55 – Jets Source: The Pensblog
Winnipeg Jets (26-24-6) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (30-19-5) 2:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, NHLN-US , CBC Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA The Jets suck. We're not sure why people thought that simply moving the team from Atlanta to Winnipeg would make them competitive. … Visit link

Pens-Jets In-Game Blog Source: penguins.nhl.com
2:00 PM: Pens scratch Lovejoy and Kennedy, while Jets scratch Randy Jones, Eric Fehr and Mark Flood. Fleury is in goal for Pittsburgh while Ondrej Pavelec will start between the pipes for Winnipeg. 1:55 PM: Note: today is Scotiabank H… … Read this article

Penguins Promote ‘Wear Your Hockey Jersey Day’
Friday, Feb. 17 for Hockey Weekend Across America Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins are asking fans to wear their favorite Penguins jerseys or youth hockey jerseys to work or school on Friday, Feb. 17 at the start of Hockey Weekend Across America … More here

Proposed Penguin trades: Day 3. Source: The Pensblog
Everyday until the trade deadline we'll post a proposed Penguins trade. You can send yours in over email to thepensblog@gmail.com … Continued here

Jets at Penguins – 02-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Greetings from a Winter wonderland in Pittsburgh: … Visit link

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (2/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection Plays is from 2/11/12. … Video here

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (2/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Nemacolin Big 5 video features five questions with #9 Pascal Dupuis. … Watch here

Video: Today’s Matchup 2/11 vs. Jets Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins take on the Winnipeg Jets in the first of two back to back home games for Today’s match up. … See this video

Video: Game Day: Zbynek Michalek (2/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek talks to the media before today’s game against the Winnipeg Jets. … View video here

Video: Game Day: Kris Letang (2/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang talks to the media before today’s game against the Winnipeg Jets. … See this video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game Day (2/11/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before today’s game against the Winnipeg Jets. … View video

About the Jets – 02-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Jets. When and where: 2 p.m. EST; Consol Energy Center. … Go here to read the rest

#PaulMartinPowerball: 02.11.12 Source: The Pensblog
It is that special time. One new rule … The rest is here

Penguins set to play more at home Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL’s schedule makers were kind to the Penguins in February, with six of the next nine games set at Consol Energy Center. Now, the team wants to make that a true advantage. … Read more

Staal likely to play today after monthlong absence Source: Tribune-Review
Even with new stitches in his upper lip, Jordan Staal was feeling optimistic about his health and his season now that his month-long layoff has ended. … View post

Empty Netter Assists – 02-11-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Welcome back Jordan Staal (above). -Dan Bylsma speaks: 156580 -Marc-Andre Fleury speaks: 156579 -Staal speaks: 156578 -Patrick Killeen made 15 saves for the Wheeling Nailers in a 3-2 loss to the Florida Everblades … … See the rest here

Penguins’ Staal returns today after 15-game absence Source: Post Gazette
Jordan Staal stuck in the NHL mere weeks after his 18th birthday in large part because he displayed a level of defensive excellence some centers never reach. Now in his sixth season, Staal, just 23, might have raised his offensive play to the same level. “He’s so responsible in the defensive end,” Penguins teammate Matt Cooke said. … See the rest here

Jets scramble early for NHL playoff berth Source: Post Gazette
They call the last two months leading into the NHL playoffs the stretch run, and, for members of the Southeast Division, there’s a heightened sense of urgency this season. … Continue reading here

This Friday With Stoosh 02.11.2012 Source: The Pensblog
Almost sixteen days until the trade deadline, so you better enjoy these last 16 days of Paul Martin's Penguins career HAW HAW HAW OK, not really…but there's more after the jump. … Continue reading here

NHL Trade Rumors: Jordan Staal’s Return Good for Penguins, Bad for Trades Source: Bleacher Report
With the news that Jordan Staal will be back in the lineup for Saturday’s matinee with the Winnipeg Jets , Pittsburgh’s salary cap savings will all but disappear, along with the leverage needed to make a splashy deadline deal. … See the article here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (2/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down today’s game against the Winnipeg Jets. … Watch video here

Tags: Chris Kunitz, Consol Energy Center, Dan Bylsma, Evgeni Malkin, James Neal, Jordan Staal, Kris Letang, Matt Cooke, Pascal Dupuis, Paul Martin, Sidney Crosby, Steve Mears, Zbynek Michalek
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PensHead Daily Links 02-10-2012

Friday, February 10th, 2012

NHL roundup: Tortorella wants review system (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Upon further review, New York Rangers coach John Tortorella wants the NHL to implement an NFL-style review in the final minute of a game. Although careful not to refer to it, Tortorella indicated his team was “wronged” in Tuesday night’s loss to the New Jersey Devils… … More

Jordan Staal returns to Pens lineup (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins center Jordan Staal is set to return to the Pittsburgh Penguins lineup after missing the past five weeks due to a left knee injury he suffered against the New York Rangers on Jan. 6 … Go here to read the rest

Jordan Staal returns from knee injury (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Jordan Staal’s left knee is fine. … More

Puck Headlines: Accused coach Pravilov dead; more Tim Thomas heat; Junior team goes nuts post-shootout (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. Sean Avery’s print ad for Hickey Freeman that appeared in Vanity Continue reading … Follow this link

What to Watch For: Pens vs. Jets Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (30-19-5) vs. JETS (26-24-6) WHEN: Feb. 11, 2012 – 2:00 pm | WHERE: CONSOL Energy Center WATCH: ROOT SPORTS | LISTEN: Penguins 24/7 Radio, 105.9 FM The Winnipeg Jets stole two points… … Read more here

Video: Scouting Report: Winnipeg (2/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pens will take on the Winnipeg Jets for the first time at home this season. See what’s in store for tomorrow night’s game. … Click here to view video

Pittsburgh Penguins National and Local TV Schedule March-April 2012 (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins have provided plenty of exciting moments for fans this season. Don’t expect the likes of Evgeni Malkin, Brooks Orpik, and Marc-Andre Fleury to stop now. March will surely be a month to remember for fans everywhere. … The rest is here

Jordan Staal Will Return Tomorrow Source: The Pensblog
From the Pittsburgh Penguins' official website (with a video that auto-plays…): Jordan Staal is back. … See more here

Staal will rejoin Penguins’ lineup Saturday Source: Tribune-Review
Jordan Staal will rejoin the Penguins lineup Saturday, coach Dan Bylsma said today. Staal, who missed the past month with a left knee injury, hasn’t played since Jan. 6. … Link

Link City, Did Gomez score? Source: The Pensblog
[ Did Gomez score? ] Power plays are down in the [ NHL ]. Is this because players are playing more within the rules or is [ obstruction ] being allowed back in the game to prevent concussions … See the article here

Staal to play for Penguins Saturday Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center Jordan Staal, who has missed the past 15 games because of a torn medial collateral ligament in his left knee, will return to the lineup Saturday for an afternoon game against Winnipeg at Consol Energy Center. … Visit link

Penguins C Jordan Staal returns from knee injury (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins center Jordan Staal will return to the lineup on Saturday when the Penguins host the Winnipeg Jets. Staal hasn’t played since injuring his left knee against the New York Rangers on Jan … Go here to read the rest

Staal Returns Saturday vs. Jets Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal is back. … More here

Comparing Kunitz and Sullivan 02-10-12 Source: Empty Netters
For all intents and purposes, the Penguins’ current top line of Chris Kunitz (right), Evgeni Malkin and James Neal was born Dec. 10 on Long Island. … Continued here

Video: Twitter Q & A: James Neal (2/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal answers questions from fans that were submitted via Twitter. … View video

Video: Off Day: Jordan Staal (2/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to the media following Friday morning’s practice. … Watch video here

Video: Off Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (2/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media following Friday morning’s practice. … Watch here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off Day (2/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media following Friday morning’s practice. … Video here

Trending Topics: Stay out of NHL fighting, Ralph Nader (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Trending Topics is a column that looks at the week in hockey, occasionally according to Twitter. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins Report: 2/10/12 Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens lines (11:07 AM). Pens at practice (11:01 AM). 11:31 AM: Pens pics.. … Read this article

Proposed Penguin trades: Day 2 Source: The Pensblog
Everyday until the trade deadline we'll post a proposed Penguins trade. … Link

REWIND: Pics from October 2011 Source: The Pensblog
Hit Read More for some pics : yeah Remember how much this loss hurt? … View post

Sedin playing for Canucks against Wild Source: Tribune-Review
Vancouver Canucks captain Henrik Sedin is playing in his 553rd consecutive game against the Minnesota Wild. … Read more here

NHL commissioner Bettman believes Blue Jackets will make the turnaround Source: Tribune-Review
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman says he is aware of how frustrated Columbus Blue Jackets fans are about another losing season. … Read the rest here

Red Wings and Maple Leafs to play at Michigan’s Big House Source: Tribune-Review
The Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs will began 2013 by renewing their rivalry at one of North America’s most iconic stadiums. … Link

High-ankle sprain sends Penguins’ Kennedy back to the bench Source: Tribune-Review
Tyler Kennedy likely will miss at least the next month with a high-ankle sprain, Penguins coach Dan Bylsma said. … View post

Scoring is down, and obstruction seems to be up again in NHL Source: Tribune-Review
Refs, many Pens said, are allowing the clutching and grabbing that became ingrained in the game a decade ago to resurface. … More here

Empty Netter Assists – 02-10-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” It’s a tough experience, just to be out for so long. I’m excited to come back .” – Simon Despres (above) on recovering from a knee injury. -Tyler Kennedy will be sidelined four to six weeks due to a high ankle sprain … More

Stunned Pic Of The Night 2.9.12 Source: The Pensblog
Top of the picture big time stunned pic . Although the entire background is solid … See the rest here

Penguins Notebook: Forget Staal-Kennedy-Cooke reunion for now Source: Post Gazette
Penguins coach Dan Bylsma has not divulged his plans for line combinations once center Jordan Staal returns, but one thing is clear: Staal, who could return as early as a home game Saturday afternoon against Winnipeg, will not be part of a reunion party with wingers Tyler Kennedy and Matt Cooke anytime soon. … Continue reading here

NHL Roundup: Elliott’s relief work in goal chills Devils Source: Post Gazette
T.J. Oshie scored the only goal in the shootout and relief goaltender Brian Elliott was perfect Thursday night as the St. Louis Blues beat New Jersey, 4-3, at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., to end the Devils’ five-game winning streak … Read more here

Despres hopes to return soon, but where? Source: Post Gazette
It was difficult not to notice Simon Despres’ pronounced limp as he left Penguins practice Thursday and headed for the training room at Consol Energy Center. … See the rest here

Just Keeps Getting Better Source: penguins.nhl.com
After seven years in the minor leagues, Deryk Engelland’s dedication and persistence paid off last season. … Read more

Video: Pens Vault: Let’s Go Pens (2/10/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins Vault takes us back to the 1990′s with a music video to Roger Wood’s “Let’s Go Pens.” … View video

Tags: Brooks Orpik, Chris Kunitz, Consol Energy Center, Dan Bylsma, Deryk Engelland, Evgeni Malkin, James Neal, Jordan Staal, Matt Cooke, Simon Despres, Tyler Kennedy
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PensHead Daily Links 02-08-2012

Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

Twenty Years Later – Kings 4, Penguins 3 – 02-08-12 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 … … Link

Penguins demote McDonald, Williams – 02-08-12 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins had demoted forwards Colin McDondald (right) and Jason Williams to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. … Go here to read the rest

National Junior Prospects Hockey League Championship Showcase Source: penguins.nhl.com
The NJPHL is hosting its League Championship Showcase at the Bladerunners in Harmarville and Airport Ice Arena beginning Friday February 10th. Participating teams include the Pittsburgh Predators, Pittsburgh Viper Stars, and the Pittsburgh Junior … … See the article here

Pens’ roster moves could mean return soon for Staal Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have returned forwards Colin McDonald and Jason Williams to their farm team in Wilkes-Barre. … See the rest here

Penguins Re-Assign Forwards Jason Williams and Colin McDonald to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-assigned forwards Jason Williams and Colin McDonald to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League, it was announced by executive vice president and general manager Ray Shero. Williams, 31, has play… … Read more here

Link City, controversy in New York Source: The Pensblog
Williams and McDonald sent back to WBS . [ Pens ] Still no idea why Williams was in the shootout. Controversy last night at the end of the Rangers/Devils game. … Link

Morning Pens Buzz: Bylsma taking heat; Moen a fit; Latest buzz on whether team will commit to bolstering blueline Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
Morning Pens Buzz Pittsburgh’s 3-2 never ending shootout loss to the Montreal Canadiens has led to head coach Dan Bylsma taking some heat for letting Cal O’Reilly shoot before Chris Kunitz in the third round of the shootout when Pittsburgh had a chance to win the game. The criticism is just people nitpicking in my … See the rest here

PITTSBURGH TEENS SCORE NATIONAL SHOWCASE Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kylie Penticost The Willie O’Ree Skills Weekend — sponsored by the National Hockey League’s Hockey is For Everyone (H.I.F.E.) initiative, the Buffalo Sabres, and Hasek’s Heroes — provides children and their families with a w… … Read more here

Watch Penguins Star Evgeni Malkin’s Spin-O-Rama Goal on Carey Price Source: Bleacher Report
With an NHL -leading 62 points on the season, it’s safe to say that Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin is the hottest player in hockey right now. He certainly did nothing to dispel that on Tuesday nightthanks toa wicked spin-o-rama shootout goal against Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price … Continued here

Empty Netter Assists – 02-08-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Dave Molinari’s recap from last night’s game . “It’s unfortunate. … Visit link

Video: Pens Insider: Video Coordinator (2/8/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Root Sports introduces us to Jim Britt, Video Coordinator for the Penguins. Check out how he prepares the coaches for the games ahead. … See video here

In the Habs’ Room: Plekanec line shut down Malkin, Cunneyworth says (The Montreal Gazette) Source: Yahoo Sports
Tomas Plekanec scored the winning goal in the shootout, but that wasn’t his most important contribution to the Canadiens 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins Tuesday night. … Go here to read the rest

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Michigan regents call meeting about NHL’s Winter Classic Source: Tribune-Review
The University of Michigan Board of Regents has called a special meeting to discuss renting Michigan Stadium to the NHL for the Winter Classic. … More here

Five-time all-star Nolan announces retirement from NHL Source: Tribune-Review
Owen Nolan has played for the Quebec Nordiques and Colorado Avalanche, the Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs, Phoenix Coyotes, Calgary Flames and, most recently, Minnesota Wild. … Read more here

Sabres coach Ruff day-to-day after breaking three ribs Source: Tribune-Review
Buffalo Sabres coach Lindy Ruff’s dancing and coaching days are on hold a day after he was upended by defenseman Jordan Leopold in an on-ice collision during practice. … See the rest here

Jeffrey looks to hang at center after the Penguins get healthy Source: Tribune-Review
Center Dustin Jeffrey would like to remain in the lineup when centers Sidney Crosby and Jordan Staal return for the Penguins. … See more here

Canadiens prevail in lengthy shootout win over Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
Strange things always seems to happen to the Penguins in Montreal, and a shootout loss in their latest trip was no different. … See the rest here

Tuesday’s Three Stars: Avs’ Jones pots two; Shutouts for all, even a guy who lost (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Lil’ Jon cheats on the Thrashers/Jets franchise with the Montreal Canadiens. Not sure what he sees in Montreal, especially since it’s clearly tough to find a diamond-encrusted goblet there. No … See the rest here

Plekanec gives Canadiens 3-2 win over Pens in SO (AP) Source: Yahoo Sports
Even though it took a while, Carey Price and the Montreal Canadiens finally got a shootout to go their way. … View post

Long shot spoils Fleury’s night / Canadiens 3, Penguins 2 Source: Post Gazette
Used to be that a bad game would rattle Marc-Andre Fleury, causing him to follow it with one that wasn’t much better. Not anymore, though … Continued here

Malkin shooting for much higher profile Source: Post Gazette
Evgeni Malkin has a Stanley Cup ring, an NHL scoring championship and a playoff MVP award. What he does not have, at least in parts of North America, is a public presence equal to his accomplishments. … The rest is here

Brodeur, Devils shut out Rangers for 1-0 victory Source: Post Gazette
Martin Brodeur stopped 30 shots for his first shutout this season and the record 117th of his NHL career Tuesday night, and the visiting New Jersey Devils beat the Eastern Conference-leading New York Rangers, 1-0, for their fifth consecutive win. David Clarkson gave Brodeur all the offense he needed with a first-period, power-play goal. … Go here to read the rest

Canadiens beat Penguins in eighth round of shootout (The Montreal Gazette) Source: Yahoo Sports
Tomas Plekanec scored in the eighth round of the shootout to give the Canadiens a 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins Tuesday night at the Bell Centre. Lars Eller and Louis Leblanc scored the Canadiens goals while Pascal Dupuis and James Neal scored for the Penguins … Read the rest here

Plekanec shootout goal has Habs 3-2 vs Pens (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
MONTREAL – It’s been rare this season to see Carey Price cracking jokes after a shootout. … Continue reading here

RECAP: See you next year. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
One thing you can set your watch to. No matter the season, the record, or time of year, a loss in Montreal will drive you crazy … Read this article

Endgame: Canadiens 3, Penguins 2 (SO) Source: penguins.nhl.com
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Pens drop a tough one in Montreal, 3-2. Source: The Pensblog
Pens had a few chances in the shootout to clinch the game but they couldn't. Nothing gets you jammed up like a loss to Montreal … Continue reading here

Penguins fall to Montreal, 3-2, in shootout Source: Post Gazette
MONTREAL — Rene Bourque, Lars Eller and Tomas Plekanec scored during a eight-round shootout to give Montreal a 3-2 victory over the Penguins at the Bell Centre tonight. … Visit link

VIDEO: Malkin’s spin-o-rama shootout goal on Carey Price Source: The Pensblog
It isn't nearly as awesome as if the Penguins would have won. But it was still a nasty goal: … Excerpt from

SECOND PERIOD: Good hockey, 0-0 Source: The Pensblog
Good period of hockey. Paul Martin almost hit the powerball , Subban is still a dick. … The rest is here

FIRST PERIOD: Have a really bad feeling about Scott Gomez. Live stream here Source: The Pensblog
It has been one year since Scott Gomez scored a goal. Something doesn't feel right about tonight. Either way, let's roll. … Read this article

Penguins at Canadiens – 02-07-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -Root Sports busts out a pretty solid statistic in the pregame show: -The Penguins’ starters are Craig Adams, Pascal Dupuis, the great Joe Vitale, Deryk Engelland, Matt Niskanen and Marc-Andre Fleury. … Continued here

Video: UPMC Spotlight: Steve Sullivan (2/8/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Dependable veteran Steve Sullivan is the subject of this week’s Spotlight. … To see video click here

Video: Post Game: James Neal (2/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
James Neal talks to reporters following Tuesday night’s loss to Montreal. … Watch here

Video: Post Game: Pascal Dupuis (2/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pascal Dupuis talks to reporters following Tuesday night’s loss to Montreal. … Watch video here

Video: Malkin’s Spin-O-Rama Source: penguins.nhl.com
Evgeni Malkin goes 360 to put one past Carey Price in the shootout. … View video here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Post Game (2/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after losing 3-2 against the Montreal Canadiens. … View video

Tags: Chris Kunitz, Craig Adams, Dan Bylsma, Deryk Engelland, Evgeni Malkin, James Neal, Jordan Leopold, Jordan Staal, Pascal Dupuis, Paul Martin, Ray Shero, Sidney Crosby, usbzoso, Winter Classic
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PensHead Daily Links 02-07-2012

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

Gameday 54 – Canadiens Source: The Pensblog
Pittsburgh Penguins (30-19-4) @ Montreal Canadiens (20-24-9) 7:30 pm/et TV: ROOT, TSN-HABS , RDS Centre Bell, Montreal, QC There are a few things that you can count on during games in Montreal: The crowd will be loud, the crowd will be annoying and the crowd will try to influence the game. When Pittsburgh plays Montreal, there's also a good chance someone will get hurt. The last time Montreal played Pittsburgh, Chris Kuntiz almost almost broke his leg … The rest is here

Penguins place Arron Asham on IR Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins have placed winger Arron Asham on injured reserve. Asham is out indefinetely ans last played on January 15th … Read more

Malkin picks up slack with Crosby out (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
MONTREAL – The Pittsburgh Penguins’ dream is to have their Big Three centres healthy by the end of the season, but for now Evgeni Malkin is carrying the load on his own. … Visit link

Boylen: Four GMs given an unnecessarily hard time (TheHockeyNews.com) Source: Yahoo Sports
Sometimes GMs are given a hard time even if they don’t really deserve it and here are four examples. … Continued here

About the Canadiens – 02-07-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Canadiens. When and where: 7:30 p.m., EST. Bell Centre … See the article here

Penguins recall Williams – 02-07-12 Source: Empty Netters
According to Jonathan Bombulie of the Citizens Voice in Wilkes-Barre , the Penguins have recalled forward Jason Williams (right) from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. … Continued here

Video: Game Day: Kris Letang (2/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Kris Letang talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens. … See video here

Video: Game Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (2/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens. … Click here to view video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (2/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens. … View video

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (2/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens. … Watch video here

STATS: The inevitable Paul Martin vs Sergei Gonchar comparsion Source: The Pensblog
This one is tough. … Go here to read the rest

ROOT SPORTS to Air Pens’ All-Access ‘In The Room’ Source: penguins.nhl.com
Did you ever wonder what Pittsburgh Penguins Coach Dan Bylsma says to his players on the bench during a game? … View post

Penguins Report: Game Day at Montreal Source: penguins.nhl.com
Monday’s news on Staal, Despres & Crosby (9:50 AM). Equipment boys gettin’ some love (10:10 AM). What to watch for against Habs tonight (9:40 AM) … Continue reading here

Pittsburgh Penguins Trade Rumors: Paul Martin Expendable Thanks to Simon Despres Source: Bleacher Report
The Penguins are in trouble. Not the kind of outside-looking-in standings trouble staring down underachievers like the Capitals or Ducks . … Continued here

#PaulMartinPowerball: 02.07.12 – $90 Source: The Pensblog
It is that special time. One new rule. Only one entry per person … The rest is here

The five best examples of "Montreal Typical" over the last few years Source: The Pensblog
On an episode of “24/7,” Peter Laviolette summed up the phrase “Montreal Typical” perfectly: Basically, if you don't get it, in Montreal the visiting team is playing with one hand tied behind their back because the refs are afraid of the crowd. In recognition of the Penguins final game in Montreal this season, we look back at the five best examples of the Penguins getting MONTREAL TYPICAL'D. The list: 5 … Read this article

Crosby skates with teammates, return not imminent Source: Tribune-Review
How significant it was remains to be seen, but center Sidney Crosby hit the ice with his teammates during practice in Montreal. … See more here

Sabres coach Ruff breaks three ribs in practice Source: Tribune-Review
As if the Buffalo Sabres haven’t endured enough injuries already this season. … View post

Empty Netter Assists – 02-06-12 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -Sidney Crosby filled in for Tyler Kennedy in practice yesterday . … Read this article

Staal is out tonight, but return is near Source: Post Gazette
Jordan Staal isn’t the biggest name on the Penguins’ injured list. … View post

Surging Maple Leafs handle Oilers, 6-3 Source: Post Gazette
Phil Kessel scored twice and Mikhail Grabovski assisted on Toronto’s first two goals to lead the surging Maple Leafs past the visiting Edmonton Oilers, 6-3. … Read the rest here

Sabres’ Ruff breaks ribs in freak practice mishap Source: Post Gazette
Buffalo Coach Lindy Ruff broke three ribs in what was described as “a freak accident” after he was upended by defenseman Jordan Leopold in practice Monday. Ruff was hurt near the end of practice during a puck-chase drill when Leopold was trying to cut off forward Ville Leino. … The rest is here

For Sid, misery does love company Source: Post Gazette
He didn’t look bad on a line with Steve Sullivan and Cal O’Reilly, even though he was playing out of position. … Go here to read the rest

Video: Great Moments in Penguins History (2/7/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Bob Grove takes us back to 1989 when the Pittsburgh Penguins break the dreaded Spectrum losing streak that lasted 15 years. … View video here

Tags: Arron Asham, Dan Bylsma, Evgeni Malkin, Jordan Leopold, Jordan Staal, Kris Letang, Mikhail Grabovski, Paul Martin, Phil Kessel, Sergei Gonchar, Sidney Crosby, Simon Despres, Steve Mears, Tyler Kennedy
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PensHead Daily Links 02-06-2012

Monday, February 6th, 2012

NHL roundup: Sabres coach Ruff sustains broken ribs (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Buffalo Sabres coach Lindy Ruff, reportedly suffering three broken ribs on Monday after a player lost his balance, slid to the ice and knocked the coach off his feet from behind during a practice session. The hit, from Ville Leino, sent Ruff airborne briefly before he landed hard… … Continue reading here

Howard Baldwin, ex-Whalers owner, offers critical look at ‘marginal’ NHL markets (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Howard Baldwin founded the Hartford Whalers, helped create the San Jose Sharks, and produced “Mystery, Alaska” (yea!) and “Sound of Thunder” (bleech!) among other films. He’s seen businesses that work, businesses that fail. He’s seen, and done, it all Continue reading … More here

Puck Headlines: Sam Gagner didn’t score 8 points; Stewart waived; Crosby update (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 reader Bryce Rankin, an NHL desk calendar fail of the Continue reading … Visit link

Video: Off Day: Jordan Staal (2/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Jordan Staal talks to the media after practice in Montreal. … Click here to view video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off-Day (2/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media after practice in Montreal. … See this video

Video: Scouting Report: Montreal (2/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins will finish out their 4-game series against Montreal tomorrow night. Michelle Crechiolo gives us the latest on the Canadiens. … Watch video here

Video: Pens Insider: Travel Equipment (2/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Courtesy ROOT Sports. Dan Potash explores how the Equipment Managers set up their gear while traveling to Boston. … To see video click here

No Status Change for Crosby Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins center Sidney Crosby skated with his teammates at practice Monday afternoon at Bell Centre, but there has been no change in his status. Crosby, who is still experiencing symptoms, opted to skate with the team as opposed to skating… … Read more here

Crosby skates with Penguins teammates (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
MONTREAL – Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby skated in a full practice with his teammates Monday but said he is no closer to returning from a concussion and neck injury that have caused him to miss most of the NHL season. … Follow this link

Staal and Despres Return to Practice Source: penguins.nhl.com
MONTREAL, Quebec – Two steps forward, one step back. The Penguins inched a little closer in the health department as center Jordan Staal and defenseman Simon Despres, both working through knee injuries, returned to team practice Monday at… … Read more

Link City, some news Source: The Pensblog
Tough times for Scott Gomez. Tyler Kennedy returned to Pittsburgh to have injury evaluated. Staal and Despres are practicing with the team … Read more here

Video: Off Day: Sidney Crosby (2/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby talks to the media after practice in Montreal. … Watch video here

Pens’ Crosby, Staal, Despres resume practices Source: Tribune-Review
Sidney Crosby has resumed regular practices with the Penguins. Along with fellow injured center Jordan Staal, Crosby is on the ice with teammates during a practice in Montreal, per various reports. … View post

More of the Igloo Being Ripped Apart Source: The Pensblog
The demolition of the Civic Arena continues. These pictures via Jason S. are a little painful. … Visit link

Fantasy Hockey: Kovalchuk starts his season; Spezza’s big slump; Gagner’s fantasy impact (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. … The rest is here

How to Choose the Right Stick Source: penguins.nhl.com
In the game of hockey, one of the most important items of equipment is the player’s sticks. Having the proper stick for your child is key to their development as a player and their ability to continue to improve in the sport … The rest is here

What We Learned: NHL could learn a thing or two from the Super Bowl (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 article here

NBC Sports Network’s “Onward to Victory” Features Local Stars Source: penguins.nhl.com
This season, the Notre Dame Men’s NCAA Division I Ice Hockey team is featured in NBC Sports Network’s “Onward to Victory.” The special is a behind the scenes look at the Notre Dame men’s hockey program. The show featu… … Continue reading here

RECAP: No clue. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
Kovalchukdid whatever he wanted to do. Pens looked tired. … See more here

Video: Local Hero: Alana Marcinko (2/6/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
PensTV sits down with Alana Marcinko to talk about her hockey career so far. … Watch video here

Penguins hoping right winger Kennedy isn’t lost to injury Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins’ Tyler Kennedy left a loss in New Jersey with 2:21 remaining in the third period with an apparent foot or ankle injury. … View post

Brodeur, Devils rely on winning formula in victory over Penguins Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins have lost seven of eight games at Prudential Center and have scored 15 goals in their past 11 trips to New Jersey. … See the rest here

Sunday’s Three Stars: Price blanks Jets; Kovalchuk powers Devils; Gomez doesn’t score (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
No. 1 Star: Carey Price, Montreal Canadiens The Canadiens netminder stopped all 23 shots he faced in their 3-0 whitewash of the Winnipeg Jets. … See the article here

NHL roundup: Kovalchuk leads Devils over Penguins (The Vancouver Sun) Source: Yahoo Sports
Ilya Kovalchuk had a goal and two assists, and the New Jersey Devils extended their winning streak to four with a 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday. … Continued here

Penguins successful elements disappear in defeat Source: Post Gazette
NEWARK, N.J. — The Penguins won’t have to conduct an in-depth evaluation to figure out what went wrong in this one … See more here

RECAP: No clue what happened. PENS LOSE. Source: The Pensblog
Kovalchuk did whatever he wanted to do. Pens looked tired. … Visit link

Stunned Pic Of The Night 2.5.12 Source: The Pensblog
Poor Tom, … Continued here

Penguins Notebook: Kovalchuk’s versatility pays off for Devils Source: Post Gazette
NEWARK, N.J. — It used to be all about the numbers with Ilya Kovalchuk … Follow this link

NHL Roundup: Rangers take the fight out of Flyers, 5-2 Source: Post Gazette
On an afternoon when another New York team was on the minds of many fans at Madison Square Garden, the Rangers did their best to emulate the Giants by physically wearing down Philadelphia Flyers. … Excerpt from

Super Bowl XLVI Champs: Giants do it again defeating Patriots 21-17 Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
New York 21 – New England 17 The New York Giants did it again to the New England Patriots with a last minute fourth quarter rally, defeating the Patriots 21-17 in Super Bowl XLVI for their second Super Bowl Title in four years. Eli Manning led the Giants on yet another magical scoring drive. … See more here

Canadiens’ Carey Price shuts out Winnipeg Jets (The Montreal Gazette) Source: Yahoo Sports
The Canadiens salvaged a split of their Super Bowl weekend matinees as the special teams and goaltender Carey Price came up big in a 3-0 win over the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday at the Bell Centre. … See the article here

Video: Mike Lange Journals (02/06/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Toyota Presents: Mike Lange reflects back to the ’70′s and his switch from radio to television with the Penguins. … To see video click here

Pittsburgh Penguins’ Sidney Crosby’s Concussion Saga Deepening with Neck Injury: Fan Take (Yahoo! Contributor Network) Source: Yahoo Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins’ Sidney Crosby’s concussion saga seems to be never-ending. To add to this saga, it is now being said that Crosby has a soft tissue injury in his neck. While the injury is considered treatable, it is not yet known when it occurred. … Link

Tags: Dan Bylsma, Ilya Kovalchuk, Jordan Staal, Sidney Crosby, Simon Despres, Tyler Kennedy
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PensHead Daily Links 01-31-2012

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012

@pghpenguins: In rare back-to-back games, the #Pens play host tonight and visit Toronto tomorrow – http://twitpic.com/8e52f4

Puck Previews: Team Chara, Team Alfredsson redux; Hawks-Canucks; Islanders to Brooklyn? (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. … More

Sidney Crosby and GM Ray Shero Presser tidbits on independent specialist revealing Crosby has “soft-tissue” neck injury Source: Inside Pittsburgh Sports
The Pittsburgh Penguins revealed today that an independent specialist found that Sidney Crosby has a soft-tissue injury of the neck, that could be causing neurological symptoms. The Penguins though indicate that the independent specialist found no evidence of past or present fracture to Crosby’s vertebrae. … See more here

Crosby hopes he can rehab neck injury (The Canadian Press) Source: Yahoo Sports
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Sidney Crosby says he has no issue with the Pittsburgh Penguins over his medical treatment and news of a soft-tissue neck injury gives him cause for encouragement. … Read the rest here

Crosby press conference on KDKA, and on Pens.com Source: The Pensblog
For those in town, KDKA will cover this live. Embedded stream from the Penguins here: … Link

Penguins say no neck fracture for Crosby Source: Tribune-Review
The Penguins have found an independent specialist who believes center Sidney Crosby did not sustain neck vertebrae fractures. … More

Sidney Crosby: Penguins Star Diagnosed with Soft Tissue Injury Source: Bleacher Report
The Pittsburgh Penguins got some mixed news on Tuesday about their star. As was reported on their website and tweeted by Hockey Break , Crosby is not suffering from a neck fracture. … View post

Doctor on Crosby: No broken neck, rather a ‘treatable’ tissue injury Source: Post Gazette
Penguins center and captain Sidney Crosby did not and does not have a broken neck, a specialist in Philadelphia reported to the team. He does have a soft tissue injury that is treatable and could be causing his recurring problems with motion and balance. … Continue reading here

Penguins: No fracture for Sidney Crosby, but neck injury possible source of symptoms (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
One hour before the NHL All-Star Game on Sunday, news broke that Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby had an “abnormality” of the C1 and C2 vertebrae in his neck, discovered via an MRI while visiting a specialist in Utah. One Continue reading … Read more

Sidney Crosby Update: Not a neck fracture but "a soft-tissue injury of the neck" Source: The Pensblog
The eagerly anticipated Sidney Crosby update has come down from the Penguins. You can read it all here . Here's the key point: An independent specialist contacted to review recent medical tests taken on Sidney Crosby found no evidence of a past or present neck fracture but verified that Crosby is suffering from a soft-tissue injury of the neck, that could be causing neurological symptoms … Go here to read the rest

Gameday 50 – Maple Leafs Source: The Pensblog
Toronto Maple Leafs (25-19-5) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (28-17-4) 7:00 pm/et TV: ROOT, TSN Consol Energy Center – Pittsburgh, PA Hey! Remember hockey? Season Series: 0-1-0 Last meeting that counted: October 29, 2011. Leafs won 4-3 … The rest is here

Crosby press conference scheduled, then called off? Confusion city. [ UPDATED: Presser at 6:15 ] Source: The Pensblog
5:34: Via the Penguins. Crosby and Shero to speak at 6:15. pic taken at 5:05 pm, via@SNLouisJean A very strange turn of events as confusion seems reigning around Sidney Crosby this afternoon. … The rest is here

Maple Leafs at Penguins – 01-31-12 Source: Empty Netters
PREGAME hH5uCnhDZHM -First things first. … Continued here

Penguins: Crosby has no neck fracture – 01-31-12 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins issued a statement this evening regarding Sidney Crosby: An independent specialist contacted to review recent medical tests taken on Sidney Crosby found no evidence of a past or present neck fracture but verified that Crosby is suffering from a soft-tissue injury of the neck, that could be causing neurological symptoms. Dr. … Continued here

Brown, Trellis, Kraemer, Gudewicz Honored by Pittsburgh Penguins as Highmark High School Hockey Players of the Month Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins are proud to honor Carrick’s Joshua Brown, Fox Chapel’s Scott Trellis, Serra Catholic’s Garner Kraemer and Chartiers Valley’s Jacob Gudewicz as Highmark High School Hockey Players of the Month for De… … Excerpt from

Video: Hockey IQ (1/31/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This installment of Hockey IQ (1/31/12) discusses tripping. … See this video

Video: Shearer’s Perfection Plays (1/31/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This collection of Shearer’s Perfection Plays originally aired during the Jan. 31 match up against the Toronto Maple Leafs. … View video

Video: Nemacolin Big 5 (1/31/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
This Nemacolin Big 5 video features 5 questions with #12 Richard Park. … See this video

Pittsburgh Penguins: Ranking Kris Letang Among the Top 25 Penguins Defensemen Source: Bleacher Report
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang recently competed in his second NHL All-Star Game, having been named a starter at the 2011 event in Raleigh, N.C. Despite missing time this year with a concussion, Letang continues to be one of the best defensemen on the Penguins (if not the best), and is starting to earn some recognition across the league … Excerpt from

Attitude change, positivity credited for Penguins’ recent turnaround (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
They filed out onto the ice at BankAtlantic Center on the morning of Jan. 13, each sporting a captain’s “C” on their practice jerseys — or in Evgeni Malkin’s case, a “K.” They defended their captain after the morning skate Continue reading … View post

Wire snaps during Civic Arena roof demolition Source: Tribune-Review
A cable wire that demolition crews were using to try to bring down a stubborn panel of the Civic Arena’s roof snapped this afternoon. There were no apparent injuries. … Follow this link

Campbell: Post-all-star storylines (TheHockeyNews.com) Source: Yahoo Sports
Who will win the Hart Trophy?; what will happen with Sidney Crosby?; ownership issues; and more. … Link

About the Maple Leafs – 01-31-12 Source: Empty Netters
A preview of the Maple Leafs. When and where: 7 p.m., EST. … Read more

Link City: Around the league, games on schedule, Source: The Pensblog
pic via @MikeDarnay Not a whole lot going on today…maybe some Crosby news later. … Read this article

Video: Game Day: Zbynek MIchalek (1/31/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Zbynek Michalek talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. … To see video click here

Video: Game Day: Marc-Andre Fleury (1/31/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Marc-Andre Fleury talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. … Watch here

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Game-Day (1/31/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to the media before tonight’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. … Video here

Video: Verizon Game Day Report (1/31/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Steve Mears breaks down tonight’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. … View video

#PaulMartinPowerball: 01.31.12 Source: The Pensblog
Running Twitter contest for the rest of the season. We will be raising the pot every game. We're looking for someone to create a Paul Martin Powerball song, and if anyone is interested in sponsoring the Paul Martin powerball let us know. … See the article here

How has Brendan Shanahan performed as the NHL’s chief disciplinary? (Yahoo! Sports) Source: Yahoo Sports
Late last year, the National Hockey League’s most notorious rule-breaker flew to New York City for a meeting with the League’s new head of supplemental discipline. For once, Matt Cooke of the Pittsburgh Penguins wasn’t on trial for an injurious, Continue reading … View post

Brady endorses physical therapist he recommended to Crosby Source: Tribune-Review
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady highly endorses the Utah-based physical therapist that he recommended to his friend, Penguins star Sidney Crosby. … Go here to read the rest

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Penguins Report: Game Day vs. Toronto Source: penguins.nhl.com
Pens lines from morning skate (10:33 AM). Crosby, Staal & Despres skate…again (10:10 AM) … View post

Empty Netter Assists – 01-31-11 Source: Empty Netters
Penguins -” These seven games in the streak, it’s great to have. … More here

Penguins recall forward McDonald Source: Post Gazette
The Penguins have recalled forward Colin McDonald from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League. … Go here to read the rest

Penguins recall McDonald – 01-31-12 Source: Empty Netters
The Penguins have recalled forward Colin McDonald from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL. He has appeared in two NHL games this season and failed to score a point … Go here to read the rest

Tuesdays With Stoosh 01.31.2012 Source: The Pensblog
Thirty-three games left starting tonight. Some thoughts on things to look for in the second half of the season, dudes… It's been a week since the Pens last played, so just to refresh your memory, here's a recap of the last game prior to the All Star break.. … Visit link

NHL commissioner Bettman reiterates his support for shootout Source: Tribune-Review
The NHL emerged from the lockout with a new look, including a bold new way to determine a winner for each regular-season game. … More here

Penguins’ Staal hits the ice at Consol Energy Center with teammates Source: Tribune-Review
Jordan Staal, who has been out since Jan. 7 with an MCL tear in his left knee, skated with Sidney Crosby before the Penguins’ workout. … Read this article

Penguins say captain Crosby’s diagnosis is promising Source: Tribune-Review
If Sidney Crosby did sustain a neck injury, maybe this latest diagnosis will be the key to his recovery, Penguins teammates said. … Link

The Penguins’ midseason report card is in Source: Tribune-Review
Here are some grades for the Penguins, who begin the unofficial second half of their season at home against Toronto. … Continued here

Forget streak, break provides much-needed rest for Penguins Source: Post Gazette
There is, players will tell you, no bad time for a break in the NHL schedule. Not if a team has lost four or five or six games in a row, certainly. And not even when it has won seven consecutive games, as the Penguins did before the NHL shut down for the better part of a week. … Continue reading here

Crosby joins Despres and Staal on ice Source: Post Gazette
Sidney Crosby skated with a couple of injured teammates Monday afternoon at Consol Energy Center. When he’s on the ice there in a game might hinge on the findings of what coach Dan Bylsma described as an “independent physician” who is evaluating Crosby’s medical situation, including a newly discovered neck injury. … The rest is here

Shootout wins over many of its skeptics Source: Post Gazette
The NHL emerged from the lockout with a new look, including a bold new way to determine a winner for each regular-season game. Plenty of skepticism from the purist wing of the sport surrounded the introduction of the shootout. … Continued here

2012 NHL All-Star Game: Evgeni Malkin Is the Best Player in the NHL Source: Bleacher Report
The 2012 All-Star Game featured the excellent play of Evgeni Malkin , who scored the game’s prettiest goal with a top-shelf shot that came after a few dazzling moves a la fellow Russian Pavel Datsyuk. He was glad to have made his return back to the NHL after an injury setback last season. He is currently leading the league in scoring, in spite of not leading his team in goals (a distinction that belongs to James Neal with 27 goals) … Read the rest here

Consol ranks #3 in the NHL in arenas says Stadium Journey Source: The Pensblog
From Paul Swaney , who is the author of Stadium Journey: My website, Stadium Journey has been publishing stadium reviews from around the world since early 2009. Last weekend we published our magazine which ranked the Top 100 stadiums of 2011 … Excerpt from

Mid-Season Vaca Source: penguins.nhl.com
While Evgeni Malkin, James Neal, and Kris Letang represented the Penguins at the 2012 All-Star weekend from Jan. 26-29 in Ottawa, the rest of the team had a five-day vacation. The first instinct would be to go somewhere warm- and many of the P… … Read more here

What to Watch For: Pens vs. Maple Leafs Source: penguins.nhl.com
PENGUINS (28-17-4) vs. MAPLE LEAFS (25-19-5) WHEN: Jan. 31, 2012 – 7:00 pm | WHERE: CONSOL Energy Center WATCH: ROOT SPORTS | LISTEN: Penguins 24/7 Radio, 105.9 FM The Toronto Maple Leafs exit… … Read this article

Notebook: Pens Gear Up for Strong Finish Source: penguins.nhl.com
The Penguins headed into the All-Star break riding a seven-game winning streak. And when a team is hot, the last thing it wants is to stop playing. However, the Penguins have been a banged-up team this season, suffering 248 man-games lost to in… … Read more here

Video: Off Day: Ben Lovejoy (1/30/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Ben Lovejoy talks to reporters following the Pens’ first practice after the All-Star break. … See this video

Video: Geico Coach’s Corner: Off Day (1/30/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Head Coach Dan Bylsma talks to reporters following the Pens’ first practice after the All-Star break. … To see video click here

Video: Off Day: Brooks Orpik (1/30/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Brooks Orpik talks to reporters following the Pens’ first practice after the All-Star break. … See video here

Video: Scouting Report: Toronto (1/30/12) Source: penguins.nhl.com
Sam Kasan gives us the details on what to expect when the Pens take on the Toronto Maple Leafs tomorrow night. … See video here

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