Phil Kessel
Pens Re-Acquire Bonino In Three-Team Trade
The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired F Nick Bonino from the San Jose Sharks in a three-team trade. The San Jose Sharks acquire defenseman Avrid Henriksson, a 2024 5th Round Pick, and a 2023 7th Round Pick. The Montreal Canadiens acquire defenseman Tony Sund and a 2024 5th Round Pick from San Jose. Bonino currently has […]
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Pierre Oliver Joseph: A Staple to the Penguins’ Defensive Future
In 2017, the Arizona Coyotes selected Pierre Oliver Joseph in the first round (23rd overall). The 6’2”, 185 lb defenseman developed his game in the Quebec Major Junior League, waiting to be called upon in the NHL. Serving as the Captain of Charlottetown Islanders, his leadership skills were recognized. Proving his ability to facilitate the […]
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What is Going on With Vegas?
Last season was one to forget for the Vegas Golden Knights. They missed the playoffs for the first time in franchise history, fired their head coach, dealt with many injuries, and were just a disappointing hockey team to watch. When you put all those things together, you have a team that deserved to miss the […]
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Why Toronto Adding This Veteran Center Just Makes Sense
The Toronto Maple Leafs remain one of the best teams in hockey. Even after a tough Friday night loss to the Ottawa Senators, everyone knows it’s all about the playoffs and what happens in April. With the Toronto Maple Leafs opponent likely already confirmed, mainly due to how dominant the Boston Bruins have been this […]
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Penguins Fall to Golden Knights 5-2. Lose Sixth Straight
The Pittsburgh Penguins fell to the Vegas Golden Knights last night 5-2 at T-Mobile Arena. Forward Jack Eichel had a goal and two assists in his return from injury. He missed the last 11 games due to a lower-body injury. Forwards Phil Kessel, Mark Stone, and Paul Cotter also scored, and goalie Adin Hill had […]
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Golden Knights GM Discusses 1st Half of Season
Heading into the Holiday Break, the Vegas Golden Knights have plenty of reasons to be smiling. They sit atop both the Pacific Division and the Western Conference with a record of 24-11-1. They are in control of it all as head coach Bruce Cassidy has breathed new life into their defense and special teams during […]
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Phil Kessel’s Ironman Streak Coming to an End?
One constant over the last 13 years in the NHL has been Phil Kessel playing every game for whatever team he was on. He has been the definition of an ironman, but it seems that could all be coming to an end soon. Kessel’s streak began way back on November 3rd, 2009, when he was […]
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The Golden Knights’ Unlikely Ironman
Phil Kessel has always been a dangerous offensive talent, scoring at least 20 goals in a season 12 times and with four teams. Kessel’s offensive skill set is elite, leaving the former University of Minnesota star within one goal of 400 for his career. The right wing has also been a solid postseason performer with […]
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Leafs Game Preview: #7 Vegas Bound
The Leafs face the Vegas Golden Knights tonight, coming off of their first win that wasn’t only a one goal game. The Leafs look to extend their win streak to 3 games starting at 10:00 pm EST tonight. It’s also of note that tonight, former Leaf Phil Kessel is set to play, tying the iron […]
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Golden Knights Are Learning That Bruce Cassidy Is a No-Nonsense Coach
Ask Brandon Carlo about Bruce Cassidy. Ask Jake DeBrusk about his former coach. Ask Jack Studnicka how his development as a professional hockey player progressed with Bruce Cassidy as his coach. Ask any members of Cassidy’s old club about their former mentor, and you will get some interesting stories and insight into the new head […]
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