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Breaking Down the Penguins’ 2026 Unrestricted Free Agent Class

Breaking Down the Penguins’ 2026 Unrestricted Free Agent Class

To put it simply, Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas will have his hands full over the next few months. In the wake of a campaign that saw his team do the improbable and qualify for the postseason, this summer has now become even more important as it continues to search for the puzzle pieces needed to shape it into a legit contender.

Sidney Crosby News / ESPN / May 24

Celebrini, Crosby keep Canada cruising at worlds

Captain Macklin Celebrini scored, and Sidney Crosby added his seventh assist of the tournament on Sunday, as Team Canada defeated Slovakia 5-1, boosted by a four-goal spark in the final period at the ice hockey world championship in Fribourg, Swizterland.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Trade Talk / May 24
Dubas Downplays Malkin’s Point-Per-Game Season With Load Management Concerns

Dubas Downplays Malkin’s Point-Per-Game Season With Load Management Concerns

It’s clear that Pittsburgh Penguins GM Kyle Dubas likes Evgeni Malkin and respects what the veteran has accomplished throughout his illustrious NHL career.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / May 22
Sidney Crosby shares big update about Evgeni Malkin, Penguins contract talks

Sidney Crosby shares big update about Evgeni Malkin, Penguins contract talks

Pittsburgh Penguins superstar captain Sidney Crosby recently revealed that he wants "to keep playing for as many years as possible" and could sign an extension

Crosby reveals news about Penguins future, possible retirement
Which landing spots make sense for Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews?
Former Avalanche, Flames HC Bob Hartley announces retirement
Flames sign Kirill Zarubin to three-year, entry-level contract
Columbus could be a team looking to trade up at 2026 NHL Draft
Nathan MacKinnon News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Active NHL goal leaders' quiz

The 'Active NHL goal leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least 300 goals in their career can you name in six minutes?

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Trade Talk Sports / May 22
Sidney Crosby Still Expects Evgeni Malkin to Be in Pittsburgh Next Season

Sidney Crosby Still Expects Evgeni Malkin to Be in Pittsburgh Next Season

It’s possible that Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin have played their last game together as Pittsburgh Penguins, though don’t tell them that. The superstar duo has been going strong for more than two decades now, but with Malkin’s expiring contract, there is at least some uncertainty surrounding his future in Pittsburgh.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

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 / The Hockey Writers / May 22
3 Players the Penguins Should Target With the 22nd Pick in the 2026 NHL Draft

3 Players the Penguins Should Target With the 22nd Pick in the 2026 NHL Draft

After seeing the Pittsburgh Penguins make a bit of a surprising return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs this season, with many believing they would be towards the bottom of the standings, they find themselves picking outside of the top-20 for the first time since the 2022 NHL Entry Draft ( they took defenseman Owen Pickering with the 21st pick).

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 21
Penguins’ Sidney Crosby gets LeBron, Brady comps from Wayne Gretzky

Penguins’ Sidney Crosby gets LeBron, Brady comps from Wayne Gretzky

Wayne Gretzky is in full support of Sidney Crosby playing as long as he wants, even if his skills severely diminish. Gretzky, the greatest hockey player of all time, was Crosby’s current age (38) when he retired in 1999.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Trade Talk Sports / May 21
Sidney Crosby Won’t Be Retiring from the NHL Anytime Soon

Sidney Crosby Won’t Be Retiring from the NHL Anytime Soon

For more than two decades now, Sidney Crosby has been one of the faces of the NHL, producing over a point per game in every season for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Sidney Crosby News / NHL Trade Talk / May 21
Sidney Crosby Outlines His Plan For Future Contract Extensions

Sidney Crosby Outlines His Plan For Future Contract Extensions

Sidney Crosby says he plans to take a year-by-year approach to his future with the Pittsburgh Penguins, but clarified that it’s not a signal he’s considering retirement.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 21
Penguins’ Sidney Crosby hasn’t talked to Kyle Dubas about a new contract

Penguins’ Sidney Crosby hasn’t talked to Kyle Dubas about a new contract

Despite the Pittsburgh Penguins’ elimination, Sidney Crosby is still playing for Team Canada. When asked about a potential contract extension with the Pens, the generational star noted that he has not spoken to General Manager Kyle Dubas about one yet, according to TheAthletic.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / May 21
Sidney Crosby reveals massive news about Penguins future, possible retirement

Sidney Crosby reveals massive news about Penguins future, possible retirement

Crosby opened up on his future.

Penguins Have a Lot to Address This Summer
Possible Replacements for Evgeni Malkin if Penguins Move On
Anthony Mantha, Penguins Reunion Unlikely
The 'Most Stanley Cup Playoff goals' quiz
Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / May 20
Penguins Have a Lot to Address This Summer

Penguins Have a Lot to Address This Summer

When Kyle Dubas was hired as general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins in June 2023, it was clear that he would be tasked with ushering the Penguins through their imminent rebuild.

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 The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners' quiz
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 The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz
The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz
 The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz
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 The 'NBA MVPs' quiz
Evgeni Malkin News / The Hockey Writers / May 20
Possible Replacements for Evgeni Malkin if Penguins Move On

Possible Replacements for Evgeni Malkin if Penguins Move On

Evgeni Malkin‘s future with the Pittsburgh Penguins is the biggest storyline surrounding the organization right now, as speculation continues to grow that the Penguins could explore a future without one of the franchise’s greatest players if contract negotiations stall or management decides it is time to transition into a new era.

Anthony Mantha News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 20
Anthony Mantha, Penguins Reunion Unlikely

Anthony Mantha, Penguins Reunion Unlikely

The Pittsburgh Penguins might lose a huge piece of their forward group this summer. As first reported by Josh Yohe of The Athletic in his offseason writings, Penguins forward Anthony Mantha “was clear with his plans” after meeting with General Manager Kyle Dubas; it appears unlikely that Mantha will return to Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Inside The Rink / May 19

AHL Game Recap: Springfield Comeback Falls Short; Penguins Take Game Three

The Springfield Thunderbirds and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins met tonight for the third game in their best-of-five series. The Penguins took the first game on Tuesday night, 2-0.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Lead / May 18
The Pittsburgh Penguins Have a Litany of Questions to Answer This Summer

The Pittsburgh Penguins Have a Litany of Questions to Answer This Summer

The Pittsburgh Penguins haven’t won a playoff series since eliminating their in-state rival, the Philadelphia Flyers, in 2018. In 2026, those same Flyers eliminated them from the playoffs in six games.

Sidney Crosby News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 18
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is still making highlight-reel assists with Team Canada

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is still making highlight-reel assists with Team Canada

Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins may not still be in the playoffs, but he is still making plays. As the Penguins contemplate the future of the Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang trio, the captain is playing for Team Canada at the IIHF World Championship.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Rumors / May 18
Pittsburgh Penguins – Offseason Questions and Some Options

Pittsburgh Penguins – Offseason Questions and Some Options

Josh Yohe of The Athletic: (mailbag) Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews obviously weren’t happy with how their seasons ended. It’s not known if they’d be made available on the trade market.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / May 7
Penguins re-sign Dewar, Solovyov to extensions

Penguins re-sign Dewar, Solovyov to extensions

A couple of players are staying in the Steel City for a little while longer. On Thursday, Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas announced that the team has re-signed forward Connor Dewar to a two-year contract extension and defenseman Ilya Solovyov to a one-year extension.

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