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After strong start, the Minnesota Wild are wilting

The Wild got captain and first-line center Mikko Koivu back from a left shoulder injury last week, but they were outscored, 8-3, in their first two games with him in the lineup.
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Red Wings match record with 20th straight home win

The Detroit Red Wings equaled an NHL record with their 20th straight win at home, beating the Philadelphia Flyers on the strength of Johan Franzen's tie-breaking goal.
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Penguins rookie defeseman Despres still recovering from knee injury

Injured rookie Simon Despres says his right knee still is bothering him, and he couldn't predict when he would be ready to play again.
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Malkin, Penguins rally for victory at home over Lightning

Evgeni Malkin scored two more goals, as the Penguins rebounded from their second two-goal deficit to win their second straight game.
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Malkin, Penguins rally for victory over Lightning

With the Penguins down, 2-0, late in the first period and looking lifeless, an Evgeni Malkin blast brought the Penguins and the Consol Energy Center crowd to life.
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Tangradi braces for another trade deadline

When Eric Tangradi was a late scratch for a Feb. 3 Baby Pens game, Internet speculation ran rampant that he was about to be traded.
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Jeffrey steps in successfully at wing

Dustin Jeffrey has always appeared more comfortable playing center, but his ability to have long term success with the Penguins could depend on him thriving at wing.
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Penguins claim run-and-gun win

Evgeni Malkin produced four assists and scored a breakaway goal to lead the Penguins to an 8-5 victory over the Winnipeg Jets Saturday.
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Jordan Staal makes smooth return to Penguin lineup

His shooting touch, his skating, his skill along the boards, it all came back quickly for Jordan Staal despite a monthlong layoff. His poise came, too.
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Malkin tallies five points in Penguins' victory

Penguins center Evgeni Malkin scored his 30th goal of the season and added four assists as the Penguins outlasted Winnipeg in a 8-5 shootout at Consol Energy on Saturday.
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Penguins set to play more at home

The NHL's schedule makers were kind to the Penguins in February, with six of the next nine games set at Consol Energy Center. Now, the team wants to make that a true advantage.
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Staal likely to play today after monthlong absence

Even with new stitches in his upper lip, Jordan Staal was feeling optimistic about his health and his season now that his month-long layoff has ended.
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Staal will rejoin Penguins' lineup Saturday

Jordan Staal will rejoin the Penguins lineup Saturday, coach Dan Bylsma said today. Staal, who missed the past month with a left knee injury, hasn't played since Jan. 6.
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Sedin playing for Canucks against Wild

Vancouver Canucks captain Henrik Sedin is playing in his 553rd consecutive game against the Minnesota Wild.
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NHL commissioner Bettman believes Blue Jackets will make the turnaround

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman says he is aware of how frustrated Columbus Blue Jackets fans are about another losing season.
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Red Wings and Maple Leafs to play at Michigan's Big House

The Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs will began 2013 by renewing their rivalry at one of North America's most iconic stadiums.
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High-ankle sprain sends Penguins' Kennedy back to the bench

Tyler Kennedy likely will miss at least the next month with a high-ankle sprain, Penguins coach Dan Bylsma said.
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Scoring is down, and obstruction seems to be up again in NHL

Refs, many Pens said, are allowing the clutching and grabbing that became ingrained in the game a decade ago to resurface.
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Sources say Red Wings will face Maple Leafs in 2013 Winter Classic

A person familiar with the NHL's plan said the Detroit Red Wings will play the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2013 Winter Classic.
Via Pittsburghlive.com  |  4 days ago

Forward Giroux is shining as MVP candidate for Flyers

Claude Giroux has grown into a superstar and a prime contender to win both the Art Ross Trophy for league scoring champion and Hart for NHL MVP.
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Penguins are going to need some scoring depth down the stretch

The exploits of Evgeni Malkin and James Neal are impressive, but they are being relied upon to carry the load far too much.
Via Pittsburghlive.com  |  4 days ago

Canadiens prevail in lengthy shootout win over Penguins

Strange things always seems to happen to the Penguins in Montreal, and a shootout loss in their latest trip was no different.
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Chat live with Dejan Kovacevic tomorrow

Tribune-Review columnist Dejan Kovacevic will hold his weekly chat with readers about Pittsburgh sports at noon tomorrow.
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Michigan regents call meeting about NHL's Winter Classic

The University of Michigan Board of Regents has called a special meeting to discuss renting Michigan Stadium to the NHL for the Winter Classic.
Via Pittsburghlive.com  |  4 days ago

Five-time all-star Nolan announces retirement from NHL

Owen Nolan has played for the Quebec Nordiques and Colorado Avalanche, the Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs, Phoenix Coyotes, Calgary Flames and, most recently, Minnesota Wild.
Via Pittsburghlive.com  |  4 days ago
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