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Shocking Contract Details Between Mike Sullivan and the Rangers Leak: He Will Make NHL History

The New York Rangers have officially made Mike Sullivan their latest Head Coach, and now it's been revealed just how rich this new deal is for Sullivan.

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Penguins narrowly miss out on winning lottery draft, end up picking 11th

The Pens come close, but narrowly miss out as the Islanders win the draft lottery The Pittsburgh Penguins came oh, so, close to getting the first overall pick by way of winning the lottery draft on Monday night.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 5

Rangers' swing on new HC Mike Sullivan is well worth the risk

It's likely of little surprise to many hockey fans that the New York Rangers landed Mike Sullivan as their next head coach. He wasn't even on the market for an entire week.

Rangers reel in two-time Cup winner Sullivan

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Sidney Crosby News / Athlon Sports / May 5

Sidney Crosby to Team Up With Familiar Face After Major Announcement

Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby recently wrapped up his 20th NHL season and missed the Stanley Cup playoffs for only the fourth time in his career.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / May 5

Could Crosby request a trade after Penguins parted ways with Sullivan?

Could Sidney Crosby request a trade after Penguins parted ways with Mike Sullivan?

For a mailbag published on Monday, Penguins insider Josh Yohe of The Athletic touched upon whether or not Crosby could request a trade following Sullivan's departure.

Penguins star joins Team Canada for upcoming IIHF World Championship

Is Mike Sullivan the right hire for the Rangers?

What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

The 'Most career goals in the Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

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What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

It seems the NHL is in a good place. Ratings are up, talent levels are high, and the league added two teams to get up to 32 in the not-too-distant past.

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NHL News / Blade of Steel / May 5

Elliotte Friedman Drops Bombshell Hint About MacKinnon's True Intentions for Crosby This Summer

Sidney Crosby has limited time left in the NHL, and now it appears Nathan MacKinnon could use their time with Team Canada to lure him to the Western Conference.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Athlon Sports / May 5

Penguins React to Sidney Crosby's IIHF World Championship Move

Sidney Crosby’s 20th NHL season ended without a playoff berth for the Pittsburgh Penguins. For the third straight spring, the franchise's longtime captain watched the postseason from afar.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pensburgh / May 5

It’s draft lottery day! Time, odds and everything to know about where the Penguins stand

Teams will see their futures set by the luck of the lottery tonight Today is the big day for the 16 teams in the NHL that did not make the playoffs this season.

Bryan Rust News / Pensburgh / May 5

2024-25 Season in Review: Bryan Rust

As consistent as ever, Bryan Rust reached new heights with a career best season in 2024-25. Player: Bryan Rust Born: May 11, 1992 (Age 32 season) Height:

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 4

Penguins star joins Team Canada for upcoming IIHF World Championship

“Captain Canada” has joined Team Canada for the upcoming 2025 IIHF World Championship.

Hockey Canada names coaching staff for 2025 IIHF World Championship

What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

The 'Most career goals in the Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Field Level Media / May 4

Sidney Crosby to compete at world championship for first time since ‘15

Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby will compete for Canada at the IIHF World Championship this month, the Penguins announced Sunday. This will be Crosby's third turn at the Worlds, and first since 2015.

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / May 4

Sidney Crosby to join Canada for 2025 World Championship

Team Canada got a huge roster boost on their roster for the 2025 IIHF World Championship in Sweden and Denmark, as they’ve announced that Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby will be joining the team.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 4

Crosby In, MacKinnon Set to Join Canada at World Championships

Hockey Canada made a significant announcement ahead of the 2025 IIHF World Championship, officially adding Sidney Crosby to Team Canada for the tournament in Prague and Ostrava.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / House of Hockey / May 4

Top NHL Insider Who Predicted Mike Sullivan's Firing Hints at Possible Sidney Crosby Trade

NHL analyst and commentator John Buccigross, who predicted Mike Sullivan's firing in Pittsburgh, is now hinting at a possible trade of Sidney Crosby. The Pittsburgh Penguins are in a period of transition, having parted ways with head coach Mike Sullivan after he spent nearly 10 years on the job.

Erik Karlsson News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Erik Karlsson Trade Idea Could Turn Penguins Into Contenders Again

The Pittsburgh Penguins had another very down year this season, missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs. In Pittsburgh, when the Penguins miss the postseason, it's a big deal, and heads have to roll.

Sidney Crosby News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 3

Penguins’ Sidney Crosby weighs in on Avalanche-Stars series ahead of Game 7

While he may not be participating in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs due to the Pittsburgh Penguins not earning a spot in the postseason, legendary center Sidney Crosby has still been keeping tabs on the action across the NHL from the comfort of his home.

Matthew Schaefer News / Pensburgh / May 3

2025 NHL Draft Rankings: #1 Matthew Schaefer

Kicking off our profiles of the top young players in this year’s draft, the presumptive No. 1 overall pick Matthew Schaefer The NHL Entry draft hasn’t been as important as it is now in Pittsburgh in the last 20 years.

NHL News / Pensburgh / May 3

Isaac Howard could be the new Rutger McGroarty

But will it be for the Penguins? There was already smoke brewing around the status of 2025 Hobey Baker winner (and 2022 first round pick of Tampa) Isaac Howard when he didn’t turn pro this spring.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 2

Is Mike Sullivan the right coach for the Rangers?

One surprising yet unsurprising move was the New York Rangers’ hiring of Mike Sullivan as the 38th head coach in franchise history. Sullivan is one of the more accomplished coaches in the NHL, having won two Stanley Cups in his tenure with the Pittsburgh Penguins and been part of multiple coaching staffs on the international stage.