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F Kevin Hayes retires after 805 games with 5 teams

Forward Kevin Hayes is hanging up his skates after scoring 446 points across 12 NHL seasons with five teams. The retirement announcement was made Monday by the KHL following a brief stint with a Russian club.

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Former NHLer Kevin Hayes announces retirement

A former noted offensive weapon in the NHL is calling it a day. On Monday, forward Kevin Hayes of the Kontinental Hockey League’s Ak Bars Kazan announced his retirement from professional hockey.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 21

Kevin Hayes Announces Retirement

According to the KHL, Kevin Hayes is officially retiring from the sport of hockey. This announcement comes shortly after the NHL-to-KHL transfer that saw Hayes sign with AK Bars Kazan of the KHL back in late August.

Erik Karlsson News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Erik Karlsson Makes Admission About Future With Penguins

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson has entered training camp with one year remaining on his eight-year, $92 million contract and an uncertain long-term future.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / September 17

2026-27 NHL team preview: Pittsburgh Penguins

To encapsulate just how much the Pittsburgh Penguins defied expectations last season, and how uncertain their future nevertheless looks, it’s best to just share verbatim my exchange with Sidney Crosby last week at the NHL Player Media Tour.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Logan Stanley News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 16

Would Logan Stanley Be A Fit With The Penguins?

The Pittsburgh Penguins arguably have the worst left-side defense in the entire NHL heading into this season. The same could have been said last season, but the emergence of Parker Wotherspoon and Ryan Shea shocked the entire NHL and helped thrust the Penguins back into the playoffs for the first time in three seasons.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / September 16

Penguins' Sidney Crosby gives contract update as season opener approaches

Is an extension on the horizon for Crosby?

Deep Dive: Line combinations and how rare continuity is across the NHL

NHL CBA changes will dramatically alter contracts, playoffs and schedule

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

Ryan Graves News / Pens Labyrinth / September 11

Ryan Graves and 5 Penguins veterans trying to fend off the roster bubble

This might be one of the more competitive training camps in recent Pittsburgh Penguins history. Notable veterans on the team going into the preseason process could be shown the door if they don't do enough.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pens Labyrinth / September 11

These 6 Penguins could skyrocket their stock at the prospect tournament

After announcing the roster of prospects who will be taking part in the upcoming tournament, the Pittsburgh Penguins have a lot to monitor. They have some skaters who could challenge for a spot in the NHL lineup, while others could alter how they are viewed in the organization.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pens Labyrinth / September 11

Sidney Crosby sends powerful message on his future amid contract talks

Rumors are starting to swirl that the Pittsburgh Penguins top brass is negotiating with Sidney Crosby's agent, Pat Brisson. The franchise icon is heading into a year where his contract will be set to expire following the season.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10

Golden Knights sign Braeden Bowman to six-year extension

The Vegas Golden Knights have announced that forward Braeden Bowman has been signed to a six-year contract extension carrying a $3.4MM AAV. Bowman, 23, has one season remaining on his entry-level deal carrying a $912.5K cap hit.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Sidney Crosby News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 9

Penguins Discussing Extension With Sidney Crosby

Sidney Crosby has been a fixture in the lineup for the Penguins for the past 21 years. It appears he has no intention of stopping that number anytime

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Penguins’ biggest mistake so far in 2026 NHL free agency

The Pittsburgh Penguins surprised a lot of NHL observers last year when they made a return to the Stanley Cup playoffs after a three-year absence. The

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Sidney Crosby News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Penguins' Sidney Crosby Addresses His Future Before 22nd NHL Season

Sidney Crosby is entering the final season of his current contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins, but the longtime captain is already plotting his future.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Trade Talk Sports / September 8

Sidney Crosby Opens Up About Final Year of His Contract With Penguins

While there’s already been lots of talk about the potential for a star-studded 2027 free-agent class, there hasn’t been much chatter surrounding Sidney Crosby and his situation with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Sidney Crosby News / Daily Faceoff / September 8

Sidney Crosby not in a rush to sign new contract with Penguins

One of the greatest players of all time is giving an update on his future.

It may be time to end the speculation of Sidney Crosby playing elsewhere

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pens Labyrinth / September 6

Penguins opening night projection creates a stunning $35 million problem

As training camp continues to inch closer for the Pittsburgh Penguins, their roster is full of depth. Perhaps they have more quantity than quality in different areas, but it should provide for numerous competitions at camp and throughout the preseason.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Rumors / September 2

Pittsburgh Penguins Musings, and the Top NHL Trade Targets

Josh Yohe of The Athletic: (mailbag) The Pittsburgh Penguins may have too many forwards at this point in time. Believe that forwards Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell are available, but only if a specific price is met.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Rumors / September 2

2026-27 Pittsburgh Penguins Season Preview

The Pittsburgh Penguins enter the 2026–27 season with a hope of adding to last year’s success. They added scoring depth, bolstered their defense, and said goodbye to a key veteran winger.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / August 31

Penguins facing a major logjam at forward

The Pittsburgh Penguins have plenty of depth up front heading into the 2026-27 season. However, having too many NHL-caliber forwards can create problems of its own. The forward logjam leaves management with difficult decisions before the regular season begins.

Michael Wilbon tears into Connor Hellebuyck after goalie’s trade request

Capitals name Connor Leslie emergency backup goaltender

Cale Makar signs record-setting extension with Avalanche

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

Erik Karlsson News / Trade Talk Sports / August 26

Erik Karlsson predicted to land with the Maple Leafs

Erik Karlsson’s future with the Pittsburgh Penguins beyond this upcoming season is uncertain, and as a result, some are already speculating and predicting what’s to come for the three-time Norris Trophy winner.

Kevin Hayes News / The Hockey Writers / August 26

UFA Kevin Hayes Signs in the KHL

On Monday, Ak Bars of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) have signed NHL UFA forward Kevin Hayes to a one-year deal. The forward spent the past two seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins, recording eight points with four goals and four assists in 28 regular-season games in 2025-2026.

Finn Harding News / The Hockey Writers / August 12

Penguins May Have Found a Seventh-Round Steal in Finn Harding

By the time the 2024 NHL Draft reached pick No. 223, most of the recognizable names had been taken off the board. The Pittsburgh Penguins still found a defenseman who, two seasons later, is making that late draft position look irrelevant.

Tristan Broz News / The Hockey Writers / August 11

Penguins’ Crowded Roster Is Squeezing Tristan Broz at the Worst Time

Twice, forward Tristan Broz appeared to be next in line to join the Pittsburgh Penguins. Twice, his body betrayed the timing. The first opportunity disappeared because of mononucleosis.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / August 5

Penguins face uncomfortable reason top players no longer want to play in Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Penguins once had little trouble convincing established players to join them. But the sales pitch has changed and is much less enticing.

Lack of market for Vladimir Tarasenko exposes harsh NHL reality

Hurricanes are taking a dangerous gamble after winning Stanley Cup

Connor Hellebuyck trade would force Jets to admit uncomfortable truth

NHL pressures Colorado high school to abandon longtime Buffalo Sabres logo

Which contract signed this summer is most likely to age poorly?

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 16