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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Trade Talk Sports / September 8
Sidney Crosby Opens Up About Final Year of His Contract With Penguins
While there’s already been lots of talk about the potential for a star-studded 2027 free-agent class, there hasn’t been much chatter surrounding Sidney Crosby and his situation with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / September 8
Sidney Crosby not in a rush to sign new contract with Penguins
One of the greatest players of all time is giving an update on his future.
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pens Labyrinth / September 6
Penguins opening night projection creates a stunning $35 million problem
As training camp continues to inch closer for the Pittsburgh Penguins, their roster is full of depth. Perhaps they have more quantity than quality in different areas, but it should provide for numerous competitions at camp and throughout the preseason.
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pens Labyrinth / September 6
5 Penguins players who have everything to prove at pivotal training camp
Spots are hard to come by in the Pittsburgh Penguins lineup as training camp inches closer. The club is stuck in limbo as they try to compete while they also attempt to foster in a younger generation of players.
Kyle Dubas News / Pens Labyrinth / September 6
Free Agent decisions are raising franchise-altering questions for the Penguins
Since Kyle Dubas took over as the general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins, he has routinely spoken about getting better for the long-term. Normally that means having some struggles in the immediate future for the team to draft some young talent and mold them into future stars.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Rumors / September 2
Pittsburgh Penguins Musings, and the Top NHL Trade Targets
Josh Yohe of The Athletic: (mailbag) The Pittsburgh Penguins may have too many forwards at this point in time. Believe that forwards Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell are available, but only if a specific price is met.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Rumors / September 2
2026-27 Pittsburgh Penguins Season Preview
The Pittsburgh Penguins enter the 2026–27 season with a hope of adding to last year’s success. They added scoring depth, bolstered their defense, and said goodbye to a key veteran winger.
Mario Lemieux News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 2
Mario Lemieux no longer part of Penguins ownership
For the first time since the turn of the 21st century, Mario Lemieux won’t be a part of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ ownership group. According to Dejan Kovacevic of DK Pittsburgh Sports, Lemieux and his associate, Ron Burkle, have sold their minority shares of the organization.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / August 31
Penguins facing a major logjam at forward
The Pittsburgh Penguins have plenty of depth up front heading into the 2026-27 season. However, having too many NHL-caliber forwards can create problems of its own. The forward logjam leaves management with difficult decisions before the regular season begins.
The defining figure for every NHL franchise
People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pens Labyrinth / August 29
Penguins announce 2026-27 promotional schedule and giveaways
We are now weeks away from training camp and preseason games and the Pittsburgh Penguins are gearing up for another exciting season. With the 2026-27 schedule already released, the team also released the promotional schedule, which includes some nice giveaways this season.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 27
Penguins Are Betting Big On Young Inexperienced Goaltenders
A lot of folks might look at the Pittsburgh Penguins’ aging roster and think their biggest gamble is on an ageing core of superstars. One could also look at their defense and think the team is gambling that some right-shot defensemen can play the left side.
Erik Karlsson News / The Hockey Writers / August 26
A Lot to Unpack with the Erik Karlsson Trade to Toronto Rumor
Another big name is being linked to the Toronto Maple Leafs, and this time, the conversation around Erik Karlsson joining the team’s blue line this season is sparking serious debate.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pens Labyrinth / August 26
NHL insider reveals shocking Trade scenario that could send Penguins star to Canada
Even though those within the Pittsburgh Penguins organization have high hopes of making the playoffs this year, that wish might not come true. On paper they are worse than they were the last time they hit the ice.
Erik Karlsson News / Trade Talk Sports / August 26
Erik Karlsson predicted to land with the Maple Leafs
Erik Karlsson’s future with the Pittsburgh Penguins beyond this upcoming season is uncertain, and as a result, some are already speculating and predicting what’s to come for the three-time Norris Trophy winner.
Kevin Hayes News / The Hockey Writers / August 26
UFA Kevin Hayes Signs in the KHL
On Monday, Ak Bars of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) have signed NHL UFA forward Kevin Hayes to a one-year deal. The forward spent the past two seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins, recording eight points with four goals and four assists in 28 regular-season games in 2025-2026.
Kevin Hayes News / Daily Faceoff / August 25
Veteran NHLer Kevin Hayes signs one-year contract in KHL
Longtime NHL center Kevin Hayes has signed a one-year contract with KHL club Ak Bars Kazan, the league announced on its English-language social media channels Tuesday.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 24
Penguins’ glaring roster flaw that must be fixed before 2026-27 NHL season
The Pittsburgh Penguins returned to the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2026. It was a brief absence for Sidney Crosby and his teammates, missing just the last two postseasons.
Kyle Dubas News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 22
Kyle Dubas opens up about Penguins goaltending battle ahead of 2026-27 season
The Pittsburgh Penguins hope for a return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs during the 2026-27 campaign. Pittsburgh is looking at its young prospects to help out during the next campaign.
Cruz Lucius News / Daily Faceoff / August 19
Penguins trade Cruz Lucius to Ducks for future considerations
The Anaheim Ducks have acquired the signing rights to forward prospect Cruz Lucius from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for future considerations, the clubs announced Wednesday afternoon.
Filip Hallander News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 15
What Do The Penguins Have In Filip Hallander?
The Pittsburgh Penguins have built out a ton of forward depth for this upcoming season and perhaps have as deep a group as anyone in the NHL. PHR wrote about this last week, breaking down the 16-18 NHL-ready forwards the Penguins could potentially use this season.
Finn Harding News / The Hockey Writers / August 12
Penguins May Have Found a Seventh-Round Steal in Finn Harding
By the time the 2024 NHL Draft reached pick No. 223, most of the recognizable names had been taken off the board. The Pittsburgh Penguins still found a defenseman who, two seasons later, is making that late draft position look irrelevant.
Tristan Broz News / The Hockey Writers / August 11
Penguins’ Crowded Roster Is Squeezing Tristan Broz at the Worst Time
Twice, forward Tristan Broz appeared to be next in line to join the Pittsburgh Penguins. Twice, his body betrayed the timing. The first opportunity disappeared because of mononucleosis.
NHL News / Yardbarker / August 5
Flyers can no longer hide behind rebuilding label after aggressive summer
For the past few years, the Philadelphia Flyers could point to the rebuild whenever things went sideways. The roster was young. Bad contracts had to come off the books. Prospects needed time. That explanation will not carry nearly as much weight next season.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / August 5
Penguins face uncomfortable reason top players no longer want to play in Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh Penguins once had little trouble convincing established players to join them. But the sales pitch has changed and is much less enticing.
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