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3 Keys to Success for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Pittsburgh Penguins are heading into the postseason with plenty of uncertainty—but also opportunity. While their exact first-round opponent hasn’t officially been locked in, all signs point toward a highly emotional and intense matchup against the Philadelphia Flyers.

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Penguins’ Sidney Crosby sounds off on potential final game vs. Alex Ovechkin

The Pittsburgh Penguins have clinched a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Sidney Crosby and his teammates will have a chance to compete for a Stanley Cup this spring.

Sidney Crosby News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 12

How Much Longer Will Sidney Crosby Play?

Sidney Crosby extended his NHL record for most seasons averaging at least a point per game to 21 years, which, if you’re keeping score at home, means every season he’s played in the league.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / ESPN / April 12

Ovi lauds Penguins but waves off farewell shakes

Following Washington's 3-0 loss to Pittsburgh Sunday, Capitals star Alex Ovechkin, considering retirement after the season, waved off potential farewell handshakes with Sidney Crosby and the rest of the Penguins, who lingered after the win to salute him.

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How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NHL News / Yardbarker / April 12

Alex Ovechkin may have dropped hints at plans for NHL future

The Washington Capitals 3-0 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday afternoon was significant for two big reasons.

Capitals stay alive in playoff race with win over Penguins

Avalanche coach to miss road trip with facial fractures, corneal abrasion

Dustin Wolf, Flames deal defeat to playoff-bound Mammoth

The Mammoth are poised for long-term success

Canucks score in OT, leave Ducks still looking for win, playoff berth

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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.

Sidney Crosby News / Athlon Sports / April 12

Penguins Coach Addresses Sidney Crosby's Absence Before Capitals Rematch

The Pittsburgh Penguins entered Saturday’s matchup against the Washington Capitals with their playoff position already secured as the No. 2 seed in the Metropolitan Division.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 12

NHL Predictions: Pittsburgh Penguins vs Washington Capitals, April 12th

The Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins clash once again. 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.

Dan Muse News / The Hockey Writers / April 12

How Dan Muse Helped the Penguins ‘Flip the Script’ in Year 1

“Who the heck is Dan Muse?” That’s the question many Pittsburgh Penguins fans were likely asking when the team announced he’d be the team’s next head coach on June 4, 2025.

Sidney Crosby News / ESPN / April 11

Penguins sit stars Crosby, Malkin vs. Ovi, Capitals

The Penguins scratched Sidney Crosby, among many others, hours before what was to be his 100th meeting against Alex Ovechkin.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 11

Penguins Recall Rutger McGroarty, Ville Koivunen, And Joona Koppanen

With the Penguins now having secured a playoff spot, they’re electing to get some players with nagging injuries some rest. That means that several players

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / April 11

Penguins Winger Is Key to Success in the Playoffs

With a 5-2 win over the New Jersey Devils, the Pittsburgh Penguins erased years of frustration and showed that their surprising season was hardly a flash in the pan.

Sidney Crosby News / Professor Press Box / April 10

Why Sidney Crosby Is the Perfect Hockey Player

Sidney Crosby is usually the easy answer whenever someone asks what a “complete” hockey player looks like. He skates like he’s somewhere between ballet and a freight train — smooth, powerful, and always efficient — which is why he always seems to be in the right spot without ever looking like he’s rushing.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / April 10

Could the Penguins be the team coming out of the Metropolitan Division in the playoffs?

It’s been a season of surprises in the Steel City, as the Pittsburgh Penguins went from being perceived as a likely landing spot for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft to a clear-cut playoff team that clinched its spot with a week to spare.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

Crosby opens up about Penguins ending frustrating postseason drought

Crosby reflects on possible retirement of Alexander Ovechkin

Making an impact, John Carlson accomplishes career first with Ducks

Stars hope top defenseman will be back in time for playoffs

Stan Bowman offers injury update on four key Oilers

Maple Leafs may have found their next offensive piece

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.

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 / 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.

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 / 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.