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Nedeljkovic Pushing Jarry Aside, Future Questions Loom
Tristan Jarry remained on the ice long after practice was over. He was taking a break as the media exited the Penguins locker room at the UPMC Lemieux Complex, having a laugh with the other players who will not be in the lineup. He’s grabbing the extra work wherever he can get it.
(UPDATED) Penguins Practice: Letang Absent; Pulling for Old Pals
CRANBERRY — Defenseman Kris Letang was excused from the Pittsburgh Penguins’ practice at UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex Friday. Coach Mike Sullivan said Letang, who is averaging a team-high 24 minutes, 41 seconds of ice time per game, was given a “maintenance day,” which means he did not miss the workout because of a significant injury or illness.
Dan’s Daily: Penguins Like the Drama; Kane Leaving Detroit?
Perhaps the simplest explanation for the Pittsburgh Penguins’ never-ending drama is that they like it. With everything going their way in the third period and a two-goal lead following Jeff Carter’s inspired short-handed goal, the Penguins punted a two-goal lead in a matter of minutes, forcing overtime in a 6-5 OT win. We’ve got full coverage, including the Penguins locker room being in awe of Sidney Crosby. Elsewhere in the Daily, colleague Bob Duff wondered if Patrick Kane had signaled that he was out in Detroit. The Washington Capitals choked away their chance to keep control of the wild card, the Golden Knights gave Noah Hanifin eight more years, and Auston Matthews scored two more to get within reach of 70.
Penguins Postgame Q&A: Crosby Magic, So Many Mistakes
The Pittsburgh Penguins needed a win to keep a Stanley Cup playoff berth within reach. Despite their best mistakes, they beat the Detroit Red Wings 6-5 in overtime Thursday at PPG Paint Arena. Sidney Crosby pushed the Penguins past their mistakes and sloppiness. It was Crosby who set up the...
Penguins Six-Pack: Another Lead Slips Away; Karlsson Comes Through
The Pittsburgh Penguins had a two-goal lead against Detroit with less than seven minutes remaining in regulation at PPG Paints Arena Thursday night. For most teams, that would mean a victory is imminent. For the Penguins, it meant things were about to get exciting, as they have so often late...
Penguins Room: Sidney Crosby Milestones, ‘Playing His Heart Out’
Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan has been asked almost daily about his captain, Sidney Crosby, who is carrying his team in one of the most impressive stretch runs in NHL memory. The Penguins have points in 10 straight games, including seven wins, and Crosby has been a dominant force. Actually,...
Penguins Grades: Bad Habits and Battles; Sidney Crosby Unstoppable
The Pittsburgh Penguins probably didn’t deserve the two points. Although they were outplayed for significant parts of the game, they never left the battle. Penguins captain Sidney Crosby not only earned his 1000th assist but also jolted his team with a second-period bodyslam of Detroit Red Wings defenseman Ben Chiarot. The Penguins squandered a third-period lead, but Crosby again pushed his team forward when Erik Karlsson blasted the overtime winner for a 6-5 OT win over Detroit at PPG Paints Arena.
Penguins Playoffs Scenario: Caps Choke, Pens Take Control (Barely)
The Pittsburgh Penguins took a major step toward securing a spot in the Stanley Cup playoffs Thursday night. They also treaded water in their attempt to climb toward third place in the Metropolitan Division. Their 6-5 overtime victory against Detroit at PPG Paints Arena lifted them into the second wild-card...
Penguins Skate: Eller In; Graves, Acciari Updates
Pittsburgh Penguins third-line center Lars Eller is expected to be available for Thursday night’s huge home game against the Detroit Red Wings. Coach Mike Sullivan said the steady two-way player, who missed practice Wednesday because of an illness, should play. Eller did not participate in a lightly-attended Penguins morning skate Thursday at PPG Paints Arena.
Biggest of the Big; Penguins Game 79 vs. Red Wings: Lines, Notes & How to Watch
It’s nearly impossible to overstate the importance of Thursday’s game. Let’s set the stage:. The Pittsburgh Penguins (36-30-12) and the visiting Detroit Red Wings (38-32-8) each have 84 points with four regular-season games left, and they sit one point behind the Washington Capitals, who hold the second Eastern Conference wildcard spot, and three points behind the New York Islanders, who sit third in the Metropolitan Division.
Dan’s Daily: Penguins Prepare for Must Win; NHL Pushes Coyotes Move (Yay!)
The Pittsburgh Penguins are bracing for the impact of the biggest game of the season, which is essentially a must-win. Erik Karlsson was chirping his teammates, who were embracing the challenge against the Detroit Red Wings as “fun.” Is Alex Nedeljkovic prepared for the physical and mental challenge of starting the rest of the games? NHL players bestowed complete honor on Sidney Crosby. Elsewhere in the Daily, the NHL is moving quickly to relocate the Arizona Coyotes as early as next week. Finally, rumors surfaced and were squashed that John Tortorella could leave the Flyers’ bench. Toronto is expecting a major update on Matt Murray today or tomorrow.
Penguins Notebook: Karlsson Chirps, High Pressure ‘Fun’
Erik Karlsson was having a little fun and bringing a bit of levity to the Pittsburgh Penguins practice Wednesday. It was picture day for the team, so they practiced at PPG Paints Arena, but Karlsson’s voice echoed off the thousands of seats. He let teammates have it during drills,...
NHL Players Vote Sidney Crosby Complete Honor
The 2023-24 annual NHL Players Association Poll, always a fun look into the minds of those who play at the highest level, was released Wednesday. In no surprise, Pittsburgh Penguins center and captain Sidney Crosby received a deserved spot in one of the answers. Crosby was voted by his peers...
Dan’s Daily: Fleury Wins Prank War; Penguins Lose Control
The Pittsburgh Penguins’ lost point on Monday burned them Tuesday when the teams they’re battling for the final playoff spots were victorious. The Penguins lost control of their fate and will need some help to continue their season. The Washington Capitals and New York Islanders held third period leads under heavy pressure. The Islanders got away with a few penalties in the final minutes, but that’s par for the course. Auston Matthews netted a salary-cap-era record-setting goal. Jack Hughes is done for the year, and the Philadelphia Flyers are toast.
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