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Penguins Recall Avery Hayes, Joona Koppanen

The Pittsburgh Penguins have added two forwards to the roster ahead of Thursday night’s game against the Ottawa Senators. Winger Avery Hayes and center Joona Koppanen have been recalled from the AHL’s Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.

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Evgeni Malkin Hints at Future With Penguins That Could Shock Fans

For over two decades, Evgeni Malkin has been more than just a star in Pittsburgh — he’s been part of the franchise’s identity. From the moment he arrived, he helped define an era alongside Sidney Crosby and Kris Letang.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 26

NHL Predictions: Pittsburgh Penguins vs Ottawa Senators, March 26th

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.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

Could Penguins' Kyle Dubas win GM of the Year?

The Pittsburgh Penguins remain one of the surprise stories of the NHL season.

Sidney Crosby assigns blame after Penguins' second straight blowout loss

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin out day-to-day with upper-body injury

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Jaxon Smith-Njigba News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Anthony Mantha News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

Penguins’ Anthony Mantha out day-to-day with lower-body injury

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced on Wednesday that veteran winger Anthony Mantha will be sidelined on a day-to-day basis with a lower-body injury. Mantha

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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 / The Hockey Writers / March 25

Penguins’ Goaltending Could Cost Them a Playoff Berth

It is hard not to be worried if you’re a Pittsburgh Penguins fan. After being soundly beaten by the Colorado Avalanche, the Penguins have lost three of four and four of their last seven games.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / March 25

Sidney Crosby assigns blame after Penguins' second straight blowout loss

The return of Crosby from the lower-body injury he suffered during the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics was supposed to give the Penguins an additional boost regarding their pursuit of a playoff berth.

Rangers eliminated from Stanley Cup Playoff contention

Bruins rally in third, upend Sabres in overtime for pivotal win

Lightning's Victor Hedman taking 'temporary leave of absence'

Steve Yzerman's time should be up if the Red Wings miss playoffs again

Wild five-on-one fight breaks out on bench in SHL relegation game

2026 NCAA Men's Hockey Tournament: Previewing all 16 teams

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 25

3 Takeaways from the Penguins’ 6-2 Loss to the Avalanche

It can be difficult to remember as a Pittsburgh Penguins fan that this season is essentially house money. Coming into the season, the focus was more on the team’s prospects rather than potentially making the playoffs.

Erik Karlsson News / Athlon Sports / March 25

Erik Karlsson Sends Clear Message After Penguins’ Loss to Avalanche

Erik Karlsson sent a clear message despite another tough night for the Pittsburgh Penguins. The veteran defenseman refused to panic after a 6-2 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday.

Erik Karlsson News / NHL Trade Talk / March 24

Penguins Not Trading Erik Karlsson: What It Means for Pittsburgh

When Kyle Dubas confirmed that the Pittsburgh Penguins are not actively looking to trade Erik Karlsson this summer, it sent a clear message about the organization’s direction.

Erik Karlsson News / Daily Faceoff / March 24

Report: Penguins will not trade Erik Karlsson this offseason

It seems that Erik Karlsson will remain with the Pittsburgh Penguins, at least to start next season. According to Pierre LeBrun, Pittsburgh general manager Kyle Dubas has no plans of trading the veteran defenseman over the offseason.

Stuart Skinner News / The Hockey Writers / March 24

Penguins at a Crossroads With Stuart Skinner: Re-Sign Him or Move On

The Pittsburgh Penguins are heading into a pivotal offseason with several key decisions to make, especially regarding their goaltending. Stuart Skinner is in the final season of this three-year contract before he becomes an unrestricted free agent, and the question is whether the Penguins should commit to him long-term or explore other options.

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Evgeni Malkin News / Daily Faceoff / March 24

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin out day-to-day with upper-body injury

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced Tuesday that forward Evgeni Malkin is day-to-day with an upper-body injury.

Insider reveals Penguins' trade stance on Erik Karlsson

Alex Ovechkin becomes second NHL player to score 1,000 goals

What are the Blackhawks getting in hockey's top prospect, Anton Frondell?

Hear me out: Are we sleeping on Pacific Division teams as Stanley Cup threats?

The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 24

Penguins Recall Ville Koivunen, Evgeni Malkin Day-To-Day

The Penguins announced that they’ve recalled winger Ville Koivunen from AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. His elevation to the roster is connected with an upper-body injury to star Evgeni Malkin, whom the club said is day-to-day and has been ruled out for tonight’s game versus the Avalanche.

Sidney Crosby News / Breakaway on SI / March 24

Hurricanes Spoil Sidney Crosby’s Return to Penguins

When Sidney Crosby went down at the 2026 Winter Olympics, the hockey world paused. Even now, in the later stages of his career, his presence still shapes the league in a way few players ever have.

William Horcoff News / The Hockey Writers / March 24

Penguins Prospect Check-In: Strong Rookie Seasons, Horcoff Developing & More

As the NHL regular season winds down and the Pittsburgh Penguins continue to fight for a playoff spot, there are plenty of prospects in the organization’s system who are beginning their playoff runs, whether at the junior or college level.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / March 23

2 Penguins Players Who Have Been Stepping Up Lately

The Pittsburgh Penguins are having a season that no one saw coming. They currently sit in a playoff spot, and there is a good chance they will qualify for the postseason.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 22

Pittsburgh Penguins Reassign Ville Koivunen

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced today that forward Ville Koivunen has been reassigned to the team’s AHL affiliate, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.

Kyle Dubas News / NHL Trade Talk / March 20

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.