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NHL Predictions: Winnipeg Jets at Pittsburgh Penguins, March 21st

NHL Predictions: Winnipeg Jets at Pittsburgh Penguins, March 21st

The Winnipeg Jets and Pittsburgh Penguins face-off for crucial points. Welcome back to NHL Predictions here with Last Word On Hockey. Each day, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for games around the NHL.

Kyle Dubas News / NHL Trade Talk / March 20
The Penguins Trade That Dubas Almost Made, But Luckily Didn’t

The Penguins Trade That Dubas Almost Made, But Luckily Didn’t

Kyle Dubas should thank his lucky stars that he wasn’t able to trade defenseman Erik Karlsson when he tried last season, but found no takers. Understandably, there was a period of time where it appeared Dubas had made a mistake, adding a former top-tier offensive defenseman to a roster that already had one.

Ryan Graves News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 19
Penguins Recall Ryan Graves From Conditioning Stint

Penguins Recall Ryan Graves From Conditioning Stint

The Penguins announced they’ve recalled defenseman Ryan Graves from his conditioning stint to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. For now, he remains on injured reserve.

Sidney Crosby News / Daily Faceoff / March 19
Penguins’ depth shined in bigger roles during Crosby’s absence

Penguins’ depth shined in bigger roles during Crosby’s absence

Sidney Crosby returned to the Pittsburgh Penguins’ lineup Wednesday night, but despite the Pens’ captain recording a goal and an assist, the Carolina Hurricanes came away with a 6-5 overtime win.

Sidney Crosby News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
The 'NHL 1,600 point club' quiz
The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Athlon Sports / March 19
Penguins Announce Roster Move After Sidney Crosby Return

Penguins Announce Roster Move After Sidney Crosby Return

The Pittsburgh Penguins and Sidney Crosby keep pushing toward the franchise's first postseason appearance since they last made the playoffs in 2022. The Penguins are battling for position in the Metropolitan Division, currently sitting second with a 34-18-16 record and 84 points with 14 games left in their schedule.

NHL News / Yardbarker
The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 19
Penguins Reassign Avery Hayes

Penguins Reassign Avery Hayes

The Penguins announced Thursday that they’ve reassigned winger Avery Hayes to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. The move comes after Sidney Crosby was activated from injured reserve for yesterday’s loss to the Hurricanes, bringing Pittsburgh up to 16 forwards on the active roster.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / March 19
Penguins News & Rumors: Crosby’s Return, Malkin’s Future & Soderblom

Penguins News & Rumors: Crosby’s Return, Malkin’s Future & Soderblom

The Pittsburgh Penguins have had a very interesting season. They are one of the leagues biggest surprises considering where many thought they’d be in the standings to where they actually are.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 19
Jack Hughes offers clarity on puck controversy

Jack Hughes clarifies stance about gold-medal-winning puck; Sidney Crosby addresses controversy

Hughes addressed his fiery comments regarding the location of the puck that he put in the net to claim gold for the United States.

Hockey Hall of Fame responds to Hughes' Golden Goal puck request
Huge update emerges on long-term future of Penguins' Crosby
Crosby reflects on return from injury after Penguins' OT loss to Hurricanes
Islanders sensation Matthew Schaefer has another big milestone
Gary Bettman was 'irate': What caused 'heated exchange' at GM meetings?
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / March 19
Sidney Crosby reflects on return from injury after Penguins' OT loss to Hurricanes

Sidney Crosby reflects on return from injury after Penguins' OT loss to Hurricanes

Pittsburgh Penguins superstar captain Sidney Crosby returned from a month-long injury absence for Wednesday's matchup at the Carolina Hurricanes.

Penguins' Sidney Crosby appears to be back in top form despite loss to Hurricanes
Huge update emerges on long-term future of Penguins' Sidney Crosby
Penguins' Evgeni Malkin sends message about uncertain future after dominant win over Avalanche
The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 18
Penguins' Sidney Crosby appears to be back in top form

Penguins' Sidney Crosby appears to be back in top form despite loss to Hurricanes

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby didn't look rusty in his return to the ice on Wednesday night. 

Sidney Crosby addresses returning to Penguins after month-long injury absence
Penguins' Evgeni Malkin sends message about uncertain future after dominant win over Avalanche
The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz
Evgeni Malkin News / Breakaway on SI / March 18
Evgeni Malkin’s Magical Return Lifts Penguins in Mile High City

Evgeni Malkin’s Magical Return Lifts Penguins in Mile High City

When Sidney Crosby went down with an injury during the 2026 Winter Olympics, the Pittsburgh Penguins didn’t just lose their captain — they lost their compass.

Sidney Crosby News / The Hockey Writers / March 18
Sidney Crosby’s Return Provides Timely Boost for the Penguins

Sidney Crosby’s Return Provides Timely Boost for the Penguins

The Pittsburgh Penguins are getting their captain back at a crucial point in the season. After missing 11 games with a lower-body injury, Sidney Crosby is set to return to the lineup, giving Pittsburgh an immediate injection of leadership, production, and stability as the playoff race tightens.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 18
Five underrated breakout players in the 2025-26 NHL season

Five underrated breakout players in the 2025-26 NHL season

Here, we’ll dive into five players who have had breakout 2025-26 seasons but aren’t getting the attention they deserve for it.

What makes Matthew Schaefer an elite defenseman?
It's almost impossible to gain ground in the Eastern Conference playoff race
2026 career projections: Will McDavid, Crosby or MacKinnon reach 2,000 points?
The '2003-04 Tampa Bay Lightning' quiz
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The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz
 The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz
The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz
 The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz
The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz
 The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz
Sidney Crosby News / Field Level Media / March 18
Penguins' Sidney Crosby to return vs. Hurricanes

Penguins' Sidney Crosby to return vs. Hurricanes

Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby will return from an 11-game absence against the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday in Raleigh, N.C. Crosby, 38, was expected to be sidelined at least four weeks after sustaining a lower-body injury during Canada's 4-3 overtime win against Czechia in the quarterfinals at the 2026 Winter Olympics on Feb.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / March 18
Crosby addresses returning to Penguins after month-long injury absence

Sidney Crosby addresses returning to Penguins after month-long injury absence

Crosby hasn't played since he suffered a lower-body injury during the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics men's hockey tournament on Feb. 18. 

Huge update emerges on long-term future of Penguins' Sidney Crosby
Penguins' Evgeni Malkin sends message about uncertain future after dominant win over Avalanche
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Sidney Crosby News / NHL Trade Talk / March 18
Sidney Crosby Returns for the Pittsburgh Penguins

Sidney Crosby Returns for the Pittsburgh Penguins

Sidney Crosby is back. Projected to be in the lineup as the Pittsburgh Penguins take on the Carolina Hurricanes, this will be Sid’s first game since suffering an injury in the quarterfinals against Czechia at the Olympics.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / March 18
Penguins’ Crosby to return after 11-game absence

Penguins’ Crosby to return after 11-game absence

The Kid is back. When skating off the ice from morning skate, Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin glowingly reported that captain Sidney Crosby would be back in the lineup on Wednesday night when the team takes on the Carolina Hurricanes.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 18
Penguins Expected To Activate Sidney Crosby From IR

Penguins Expected To Activate Sidney Crosby From IR

Penguins star Sidney Crosby was a full participant in this morning’s skate and is expected to come off injured reserve for tonight’s game against the Hurricanes, per Josh Getzoff of SportsNet Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / March 20
Huge update emerges on long-term future of Sidney Crosby

Huge update emerges on long-term future of Penguins' Sidney Crosby

With just one year remaining on his current contract, questions hover over Crosby's long-term future.

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin sends message about uncertain future after dominant win over Avalanche
Malkin says contract negotiations with Penguins will continue in summer
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Blake Lizotte News / Daily Faceoff / March 17
Penguins’ Blake Lizotte out week-to-week with upper-body injury

Penguins’ Blake Lizotte out week-to-week with upper-body injury

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Blake Lizotte recently sustained an upper-body injury and will be re-evaluated in four weeks, the club announced Tuesday afternoon.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Trade Talk / March 17
'I’m OK With That': Malkin Relays Message From Dubas on Contract Situation

'I’m OK With That': Malkin Relays Message From Dubas on Contract Situation

Evgeni Malkin spoke to the media on Monday, discussing his five-game suspension and talks he’s had with GM Kyle Dubas about returning next season with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Field Level Media / March 17
Back from suspension, Evgeni Malkin guides Penguins past Avs

Back from suspension, Evgeni Malkin guides Penguins past Avs

Evgeni Malkin returned from a five-game suspension and scored two of Pittsburgh's four first-period goals, sparking the Penguins to a 7-2 rout of the Colorado Avalanche in Denver on Monday night.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Lead / March 16
Was the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Lack of Trades the Right Decision?

Was the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Lack of Trades the Right Decision?

The NHL Trade Deadline has passed, and the Pittsburgh Penguins roster stayed relatively the same when the clock struck the proverbial midnight on Friday, Mar.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 15
Down 2 early, Penguins rally to keep Mammoth reeling

Down 2 early, Penguins rally to keep Mammoth reeling

Noel Acciari scored with just less than 12 minutes left in regulation for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who rallied from an early two-goal deficit to beat the Utah Mammoth 4-3 Saturday in Salt Lake City.

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