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Sticking with our informal theme today about surprises, the Pittsburgh Penguins have been one of the biggest surprises in what has turned into a very surprising NHL season. The average margin of error for seven of the leading internet advanced stat models, plus betting over/unders and a large fan poll has added up to being […]
From PensBurgh | 29 days ago | 3 reads
The Penguins find themselves holding a playoff position at the Olympic break almost entirely because of a series of surprise contributions. They’re exceeding any and all realistic preseason expectations as a result. This break gives a good chance to circle back at the preseason to re-emphasize just how incredible many things have worked out on […]
From PensBurgh | 29 days ago | 2 reads
Along with “Thrill of Defeat” host and Pittsburgh guy Dan Hopper, we remember Dick Tarnstrom, who turned getting waived by the Islanders into a starring role on some bad transitional Penguins teams. While the Penguins have had some all time great players in their history, the periods between those players were pretty dire. Bankruptcies, empty […]
From Lighthouse Hockey | 30 days ago | 1 read
The Pittsburgh Penguins scored one of their most impressive wins of the 2025-26 season on Thursday night when they beat a Buffalo Sabres team that has been one of the hottest in the NHL by an 5-2 margin. It was an impressive win not only because they mostly outplayed the Sabres, but also because they […]
From PensBurgh | 30 days ago | 2 reads
Avery Hayes made his NHL debut for the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday night and it’s safe to say it was a memorable start for the 23-year-old rookie. Hayes, who was called up from the AHL earlier in the day ahead of the team’s game against the Buffalo Sabres, scored two goals in the first period […]
From PensBurgh | 30 days ago | 7 reads
Here are your Pens Points for this Friday morning… Before the game, the Penguins gave a few roster updates, including the ill-timed news that forward Rickard Rakell suffered a lower-body injury. As a result, one of the Penguins’ top forward prospects, Avery Hayes, had been recalled from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. [PensBurgh] And speaking of Hayes, […]
From PensBurgh | 30 days ago | 2 reads
Pregame A trio of forward changes to the lineup tonight, Blake Lizotte is unavailable for tonight due to an impending birth which opens the door for Kevin Hayes to play for the first time since January 11th. Noel Acciari is too sick to play and Rickard Rakell has picked up an injury, opening the door […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
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From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
The Pittsburgh Penguins only have one game left before their Olympic break but are experiencing a bumpy road to get to that finish line. It was already announced that Blake Lizotte will be out for tonight’s game against Buffalo due to the birth of his child and that Noel Acciari is a game-time decision while […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 1 read
The Pittsburgh Penguins fourth line has become a major driving force behind their success this season, and rapidly become not only one of the most effective fourth-lines in the NHL, but also one of their most effective lines as a team. When the Penguins visit the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday night, in their final game […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
Who: Pittsburgh Penguins (28-15-12, 68 points, 2nd place Metropolitan Division) @ Buffalo Sabres (32-18-6, 70 points, 3rd place Atlantic Division) When: 7:00 p.m. eastern How to Watch: Locally broadcast on Sportsnet Pittsburgh and MSG-B, streaming on ESPN+ Pens’ Path Ahead: The path for most of the players is an enviable one to spend some time with their […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 5 reads
With the NHL prepared to hit pause on the 2025-26 season, two of the most unlikely playoff contenders will meet before the Olympic break begins and players scatter either to Italy for The Games or to some far away dentation for some earned R ‘n R. On the shores of Lake Erie, the Pittsburgh Penguins […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 4 reads
Tough news for the Caleb Jones and the Pittsburgh Penguins, as it was announced on Wednesday that Jones has been suspended for 20 games for violating the terms of the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program. Jones will face his suspension without pay, which kicks in once the NHL resumes play after the Olympic break. Under the CBA, the suspension includes a mandatory referral to the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program, as Jones will undergo further evaluation and treatment. It ...
From NHL Trade Rumors | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
Defenseman Caleb Jones has been suspended for 20 games by the NHL From the league: Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Caleb Jones has been suspended for 20 games, without pay, for violating the terms of the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program. Under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the suspension is accompanied by mandatory referral to the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
The Olympics are approaching and there’s a housekeeping note to be aware of starting this afternoon. From PuckPedia: During the Olympics, there are restrictions on teams making player transactions. The Olympic Roster freeze goes from February 4 at 3pm ET to February 22 at 11:59 ET. During the freeze: -No Trades are permitted-Players can be […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
It was a perfect weekend for the WBS Penguins, two games and two big wins. Nick Hart from WBSPenguins.com gives the quick glance of the action. Saturday, Jan. 31 – PENGUINS 4 vs. Syracuse 1On Crosscheck Cancer Night, the Penguins delivered a feel-good win for their fans. Avery Hayes and Rafaël Harvey-Pinard scored in short order […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
Here are your Pens Points for this Wednesday morning… New York Islanders forward Bo Horvat scored twice on Tuesday night, including his game-winning goal 52 seconds into overtime, as the Islanders beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4 and Pittsburgh dropped its second straight game. [Recap] The Penguins placed goaltender Filip Larsson on unconditional waivers for a […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
The New York Islanders pulled out a late equalizer and 5-4 overtime win in an intense, back-and-forth meeting with the Pittsburgh Penguins that highlighted how we have Ilya Sorokin and they have Replacement Jarry. True, Sorokin allowed at least one goal he would want back, when Bryan Rust banked a shot in off his glove […]
From Lighthouse Hockey | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
Pregame The Penguins happily welcome the return of Bryan Rust from his suspension and get Stuart Skinner in net. First period Good start for the Penguins, they get an early power play after Scott Mayfield hooks Egor Chinakhov. Smart penalty to take being as Chinakhov was in a similar position to his goal last night, […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 6 reads
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From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
There are a couple of different ways you can look at the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 loss to the Ottawa Senators on Monday night. You could take the charitable approach and say they have been playing spectacular hockey for more than a month now, and that after such a long, sustained run of excellent play they […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
The New York Islanders are small favorites (-120) over the Pittsburgh Penguins (+100) on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. ET, at UBS Arena. Watch the NHL on Fubo! Islanders vs. Penguins Favorite, Moneyline, Total Favorite: Islanders (-120) Underdog: Penguins (+100) Total: 6 Best Islanders vs. Penguins Promo Codes How to Watch Islanders vs. Penguins Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 Time: 7:30 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: TNT Location: Elmont, New York Venue: UBS Arena Buy ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 1 month ago | 1 read
Who: Pittsburgh Penguins (28-15-11, 67 points, 2nd place Metropolitan Division) @ New York Islanders (30-21-5, 65 points, 3rd place Metropolitan Division) When: 7:30 p.m. ET How to Watch: National broadcast on TNT, streaming on HBO Max Pens’ Path Ahead: The Penguins have just one game left after tonight, a Thursday road matchup against the Buffalo Sabres, before the […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
The Islanders did not get the job done in D.C., they did not claim any points vs. the Capitals, so they’ll aim for redemption tonight back home against the Penguins. Helpfully, Pittsburgh lost last night in regulation on a late Claude Giroux goal, so their standings edge above the Isles remains two points, though with […]
From Lighthouse Hockey | about 1 month ago | 4 reads
Coming off six straight victories, the Pittsburgh Penguins were due for a dud performance and that is exactly what they delivered in a 3-2 loss to the Ottawa Senators in their final home game before the Olympic break. Despite being badly outplayed most of the night, the Penguins did lead 1-0 in the first period […]
From PensBurgh | about 1 month ago | 3 reads