Penguins/NHL category, Page 69
Penguins A to Z: Joona Koppanen’s impact will remain minimalVideo
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 52 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Penguins defensemen Erik Karlsson, Marcus Pettersson win bronze with SwedenVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson scored a goal for Sweden which defeated Canada, 4-2, for the bronze medal at the O2 Arena in Prague on Sunday. Stationed...
Penguins defenseman Marcus Pettersson scores for Sweden in semifinal lossVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Penguins defenseman Marcus Pettersson scored a goal for Sweden, which lost to Czechia, 7-3, in a semifinal round game at the 02 Arena in Prague on...
91-year-old Korean War vet Alex Vasselo helps grandson, Pens alum Ryan Malone, raise mental health awareness for veterans
Even at the age of 91, Alex Vasselo remembers the movie he went to see that night while he was serving in the Korean War. “From Here to Eternity.” He also remembers the circumstances that allowed him to be there in the first place. “You had to stand in formation...
Former Penguins forward Sergei Plotnikov signs with SKA St. Petersburg in Russia
Former Pittsburgh Penguins forward Sergei Plotnikov has signed with SKA St. Petersburg in Russia’s Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). That team announced the transaction on Friday. A native of Russia, Plotnikov has spent the past eight seasons playing in the KHL, including with SKA St. Petersburg, previously. He served as that...
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins goaltender Ludovic Waeber signs in Switzerland
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins goaltender Ludovic Waeber has signed a two-year contract with EHC Kloten of Switzerland’s National League. That team announced the signing via a release on Friday. A native of Switzerland, Waeber is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent with regards to his NHL rights on July 1. The...
Penguins A to Z: Ville Koivunen is a significant part of the futureVideo
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
First Call: Denver coach tries to tamp down interest in potential Steelers WR target; Jake Guentzel’s NHL free agency projection
As Pittsburgh Steelers fans continue to eyeball any news about potentially disgruntled wide receivers, Denver’s coach tries to dismiss headlines about Courtland Sutton. Former Penguin Jake Guentzel has apparently made himself lots of money over the past few months. We preview the Pirates’ next opponent at PNC Park. And we...
Penguins defensemen Erik Karlsson, Marcus Pettersson advance to semifinal round with Sweden
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Sweden advanced to the semifinal round with a 2-1 overtime win in the quarterfinal round against Finland at Ostravar Arena in Vítkovice, Czechia on Thursday. Penguins...
Penguins A to Z: Erik Karlsson fits in as part of the ‘Big 4’Video
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Penguins A to Z: P.O Joseph finally shows what he’s capable of in a meaningful roleVideo
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 52 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson leads Sweden past SlovakiaVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson had a goal and two assists for Sweden, which closed out the preliminary round with a 6-1 defeat of Slovakia at Ostravar...
Penguins sign defenseman Jack St. Ivany, forward Jonathan Gruden to extensions
Jack St. Ivany proved to be a small but key component of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ valiant but futile push for a playoff spot in the final weeks of the 2023-24 season. His contributions to that endeavor led to the team signing him to a three-year contract extension through the 2026-27...
Former Penguins forward Scott Wilson signs with Metallurg Magnitogorsk in Russia’s KHL
Former Pittsburgh Penguins forward Scott Wilson has signed a one-year contract with Metallurg Magnitogorsk in Russia’s Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). That team announced the transaction on Tuesday. A native of Oakville, Ont., the 32-year-old Wilson spent parts of four seasons with the Penguins and was a member of the franchise’s...
Penguins A to Z: Marc Johnstone is a model professional, even without much NHL experienceVideo
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Tim Benz: Celebrating a memorable day in Penguins history — for multiple reasons
May 21 is certainly a day with some historically good vibes for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Tuesday marks the 15-year anniversary of Evgeni Malkin’s hat trick against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 2 of the 2009 Eastern Conference Final. The third goal was Malkin’s famous blind backhander that beat goalie Cam...
Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson scores as Sweden beats FranceVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson scored the winning goal during a power-play sequence for Sweden in a 3-1 win against France during a preliminary round game at...
Penguins A to Z: Tristan Jarry remains the goaltender of the present (for now)Video
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic guides United States to rout of KazakhstanVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic made 13 saves on 14 shots for the United States in a 10-1 rout of Kazakhstan during a preliminary round contest at...
Penguins forward Jesse Puljujarvi scores twice for Finland in loss to CanadaVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Penguins forward Jesse Puljujarvi scored two goals for Finland in a 5-3 loss to Canada during a preliminary-round game at the O2 Arena in Prague on...
Penguins’ Mike Sullivan named Team USA hockey coach for 2026 Winter Olympics
Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan will lead the United States men’s hockey team at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, USA Hockey announced Saturday. Sullivan, 56, will also lead Team USA at the 2025 Four Nations Face-Off, which features the U.S., Canada, Finland and Sweden. Hosts...
Penguins A to Z: Vinnie Hinostroza remains an NHL-caliber playerVideo
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic, United States shut out FranceVideo
A look at how players with connections to the Pittsburgh Penguins have done in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship tournament: Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic stopped all 10 shots he faced and led the United States to a 5-0 shutout of France in a preliminary round game...
Penguins A to Z: Jansen Harkins earned trust. Is that enough to earn a new contract?Video
With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, TribLive will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 51 individuals signed to an NHL contract — including those whose deals do not begin until next season — with the organization, from fourth-line...
U mad, bro?: Steelers fans push back at WR concerns; Pirates fans fume; Penguins fans not thrilled with Mike Sullivan
I’ve had a bit of a modified work week. I’ve been doing a lot of radio. I’ve been researching a project for TribLive. I took a day off to see one of my favorite bands, Dirty Honey, at the Roxian on Tuesday. I’m going to a wedding in Cleveland on...
