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NHL News / Field Level Media / April 10
Legends collide as Penguins take on desperate Capitals
Two NHL legends meet for what may be the final times when Alex Ovechkin's Washington Capitals and Sidney Crosby's Pittsburgh Penguins play a home-and-home set this weekend, starting Saturday in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / April 10
Penguins Looking at Familiar Foe for First Round of 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Pittsburgh Penguins clinched a playoff berth on April 9 with their 5-2 win over the New Jersey Devils. It marks the first time they will be taking part in the Stanley Cup Playoffs since the 2021-22 season.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 10
Penguins Sign Jake Livanavage To Entry-Level Deal
The Penguins signed undrafted free agent defenseman Jake Livanavage to a two-year, entry-level contract on Friday, per a team announcement. The contract begins immediately with a prorated cap hit of $975K, per PuckPedia.
The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / April 10
Penguins sign Jake Livanavage to entry-level contract
An exceptional prospect on the blue line has signed his first NHL contract. On Friday, Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas announced that the team has signed defenseman Jake Livanavage to a two-year, entry-level contract.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / April 10
Penguins players kept receipts before making magical run to playoffs
It turns out Pittsburgh players were quite aware that many predicted months ago that the club would be near or in the basement of the overall league standings by the time the second Friday of April arrived.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 10
Penguins take victory lap on haters after clinching playoff spot
The Pittsburgh Penguins have clinched a playoff spot after defeating the New Jersey Devils 5-2. After starting the season with doubters, the Penguins proved their critics wrong and took a victory lap afterward, as the Penguins’ X account celebrated.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 10
Sidney Crosby reflects on possible retirement of Alexander Ovechkin
For two decades, Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins and fellow superstar Alexander Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals have been part of arguably
Bryan Rust News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 10
Penguins’ Bryan Rust loves giving doubters ‘big middle finger’ after sealing playoff berth
The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New Jersey Devils 5-2 on Thursday to clinch a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They had low expectations coming into the season, but have charged late in the season to lock down the spot.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Inside The Rink / April 10
Playoff Hockey Returns to Pittsburgh: Pens Clinch Berth in 5-2 Victory
For the first time since the 2021-22 season, the Stanley Cup Playoffs are returning to Pittsburgh. The Penguins officially punched their postseason ticket on Thursday night, dominating the New Jersey Devils 5-2 at the Prudential Center.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / April 10
Sidney Crosby opens up about Penguins ending frustrating postseason drought
Crosby discussed the fact that his club will participate in playoff games for the first time since the spring of 2022.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 10
Penguins’ Anthony Mantha reveals full circle Dan Muse moment after 30th goal
The Pittsburgh Penguins signed Anthony Mantha this offseason, hoping the veteran winger could bounce back. He suffered an injury while playing for the Calgary Flames last season that cost him all but 13 games.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 9
Penguins use flurry to down Devils, return to playoffs
Tommy Novak and Egor Chinakhov scored nine seconds apart for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who clinched a playoff spot Thursday with a 5-2 victory over the New Jersey Devils in Newark, N.J.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 9
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 5
Penguins’ Stuart Skinner Out With Upper-Body Injury
The Penguins announced this afternoon that they’ve recalled winger Avery Hayes from AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and goaltender Taylor Gauthier from ECHL Wheeling.
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