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Pittsburgh Penguins clinch playoff berth, end three-season drought

With their blowout win over the New Jersey Devils in Newark on Thursday night, the Pittsburgh Penguins have officially locked up their spot in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Islanders' Matthew Schaefer ties single-season rookie defenseman goals record

Cole Caufield becomes Canadiens' first 50-goal scorer since 1989-90

Dylan Larkin scores hat trick as Red Wings slam Flyers

Winnipeg Jets remain in playoff hunt with victory over Blues

Senators tighten grip on playoff spot with win over Panthers

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 8

Penguins a win vs. Devils away from clinching 1st playoff spot in 4 years

The Pittsburgh Penguins are one win away from clinching their first Stanley Cup Playoff spot in four years, and they can get that Thursday when they visit the New Jersey Devils in Newark, N.J.

Anthony Mantha News / The Hockey Writers / April 8

Penguins’ Anthony Mantha Earns Masterson Nomination with Exemplary Season

Anthony Mantha and the Pittsburgh Penguins are both sharing in one of the league’s most surprising redemptive arcs. The 31-year-old, like the Penguins, was thought to be on a downward trend, an afterthought in the ever-changing league.

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NHL News / Athlon Sports / April 8

Matthew Tkachuk Reacts to Failed Hit Attempt on Sidney Crosby

The moment Matthew Tkachuk tried to deliver a big hit on Sidney Crosby, it turned into a reality check. The failed collision, which went viral after their April 5 clash, left Tkachuk questioning his own strength and preparation.

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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 / Yardbarker / April 7

Why Erik Karlsson winning Penguins' MVP award is a big deal

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced their 2025-26 team award winners on Tuesday, and there was a somewhat surprising name in the MVP category.

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby extends record streak in win over Panthers

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Lead / April 7

Could the 2026 Pittsburgh Penguins Recapture the Magic of 2016?

It’s now been a decade since the Pittsburgh Penguins hoisted their fourth Stanley Cup, and ten years later, the team is looking to recapture that magic once more. Only four members remain from the 2015-16 team: Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang, and Bryan Rust.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 7

NHL Rumors: Penguins have cap space and assets to acquire some talent this offseason

The Pittsburgh Penguins have the cap space and assets to acquire younger talent … and maybe a huge name if he’s made available? Josh Yohe of The Athletic:

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 7

Penguins Recall Sergei Murashov

The Penguins announced Tuesday that they’ve formalized goaltender Sergei Murashov‘s recall from AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. Fellow netminder Taylor Gauthier was returned to ECHL Wheeling in the corresponding move after he was called up at the last minute to serve as Arturs Silovs‘ backup for Sunday’s win over the Panthers.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 8

Penguins emerging as destination for Matthews or Nylander

The Pittsburgh Penguins are entering a fascinating crossroads as the organization balances its aging core with the need to build toward the future. With Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin still leading the way, the window to contend hasn’t fully closed — but it’s narrowing.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 6

A Keefe-Dubas Reunion Makes Perfect Sense for the Penguins

Hockey relationships have a funny way of coming back around. They drift, they fray, then suddenly somebody re-ties the knot. With the New Jersey Devils relieving Tom Fitzgerald of his duties and a new GM on the way, Sheldon Keefe’s future looks shaky.

Sidney Crosby News / Daily Faceoff / April 6

How much longer will Sidney Crosby play?

It was a great weekend for Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins, as back-to-back thrashings of the Florida Panthers on Saturday and Sunday virtually assured them of a spot in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Stuart Skinner News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 6

Penguins’ Stuart Skinner dealing with upper-body injury after Panthers game absence

The Pittsburgh Penguins were without goaltender Stuart Skinner on Sunday, as he missed the matchup against the Florida Panthers due to an upper-body injury.

Erik Karlsson News / Stadium Rant / April 6

Erik Karlsson’s Dominant March Fueled The Penguins’ 2026 Playoff Push

The Pittsburgh Penguins are on the verge of returning to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in four years. Many believed that they were ready to ride off into the sunset with their aging core, but they were wrong.

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Sidney Crosby News / Daily Faceoff / April 5

Penguins’ Crosby records 21st consecutive point-per-game season

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby made yet even more NHL history on Sunday when he secured a point-per-game season in a one-goal, two-assist effort in the Penguins’ 5-2 win over the Florida Panthers.

Rickard Rakell News / Field Level Media / April 5

Rickard Rakell scores twice as Penguins handle Panthers

Rickard Rakell scored twice, and Evgeni Malkin added a pair of helpers as the Pittsburgh Penguins upended the visiting Florida Panthers 5-2 on Sunday afternoon.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 5

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby extends record streak in win over Panthers

The Pittsburgh Penguins moved one step closer to clinching a spot in the 2025-26 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday with a second consecutive emphatic win over the Florida Panthers.

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Maple Leafs forward receives blunt assessment from HC Craig Berube

Morgan Rielly sends strong message to Maple Leafs after early playoff elimination

Panthers make unfortunate history by missing playoffs after back-to-back titles

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