Evgeni Malkin
Game Preview: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
The Pittsburgh Penguins (40-30-10) take on the Chicago Blackhawks (25-46-6) tonight in the biggest game of the Penguins’ season so far. The Penguins have won their past two games and are looking to make the playoffs, while the Blackhawks have struggled poorly this season and have the worst record in the Western Conference. They are […]
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Pens Should Blame Themselves If They Don’t Make the Playoffs
The Penguins have two games left in their regular season, and for the first time since Sidney Crosby was a rookie, it doesn’t look like this team is going to the postseason. If they want to make the playoffs, they need the Florida Panthers or New York Islanders to lose one of their last two […]
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Eastern Conference Wild Card Race
A hectic last two weeks is definitely in our future for the Eastern Conference Wild Card Race. The race is down to four teams currently. Panthers(87 pts – 78GP) Islanders(87 pts – 78GP) Penguins(86 pts – 78GP) Sabres(81 pts – 76GP) Pointing out the obvious, the Islanders held the games played lead, which is foreboding […]
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Malkin’s Impact Helps (And Nearly Ruins) Penguins Win Against Philly
Forward Evgeni Malkin had an impact on the Penguins’ 4-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers yesterday. He had two assists, including a great pass, which gave him 80 points on the season. Malkin also had four minor penalties in the game. His fourth one was an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty, which became a 10-minute misconduct, which […]
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Penguins Ryan Poehling Making Progress; Nearing Return
Pittsburgh Penguins Head Coach Mike Sullivan provided a positive update today in regard to forward Ryan Poehling. The 24-year-old, who came over in a trade with Montreal this summer, hasn’t played since February 11th in the Penguins’ 6-0 loss to the Los Angeles Kings. Ryan Poehling will not play in tonight’s game against Montreal, but […]
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The Penguins Are Back on Track
The Pittsburgh Penguins have been a tough team to figure out this season. They have gone through stretches where they have played terrific hockey. They have gone through other stretches where they have been awful. There has not been a middle ground for this hockey club this season. The only thing that has been consistent […]
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Letang Buries OT Winner In Pens Big Win Against Rangers
The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the New York Rangers today 3-2 in overtime at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh. Forward Jason Zucker scored in his fourth straight game, and forwards Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin each got two assists for the Pens, who improved to 34-22-10 on the season, and 7-1-1 in their last nine games. […]
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Why the Penguins Defense Contributing Offensively is Crucial Long-Term
After a brutal stretch that saw the Pittsburgh Penguins lose to the New Jersey Devils, Edmonton Oilers, and twice to the New York Islanders. The black and gold have bounced right back, winning their last four. It’s been a very inconsistent season for the Penguins, who have had good and bad stretches. However, what makes […]
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Penguins Place Brock McGinn and Mark Friedman on Waivers Ahead of Trade Deadline
The Pittsburgh Penguins have placed forward Brock McGinn and defenseman Mark Friedman on waivers. After a productive weekend for the black and gold, General Manager Ron Hextall continues to make moves. After placing forward Kasperi Kapanen on waivers last week, the Penguins management is looking for the same luck, this time waiving Brock McGinn. Brock […]
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Penguins Get Big 7-3 Win Over Lightning
The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 7-3 yesterday at PPG Paints Arena. Forwards Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and defenseman Brian Dumoulin each had a goal and assist. Goalie Casey DeSmith made 26 saves for the Penguins, who improved to 29-21-9 and have now won two straight after losing their past four. Forward Nikita […]
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