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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Maple Leafs Linked to Potential Rickard Rakell, Bryan Rust Trade

The Pittsburgh Penguins are a team to watch as the NHL offseason continues. Pittsburgh has a few players that could be traded, and the front office has discussed different deals all summer.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / July 25

Penguins’ 2016 Draft Class: Where Are They Now?

The 2025 NHL Entry Draft officially marked 10 years since the 2016 draft. With six selections in the 2016 draft, the Pittsburgh Penguins were hoping to have at least one player work out and stay in the organization.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 25

Examining the Penguins' defense core

The Pittsburgh Penguins started the offseason as one of the few teams considered more of a seller than a buyer. Despite that, Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas made some clever acquisitions in free agency and through trades, aiming to bolster a defense that was probably the weakest in the NHL last season.

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pensburgh / July 25

Top 25 Under 25: The best of the rest

An honorable mention list that’s worth the mention Most years, we haven’t had to put in the effort for an honorable mention article prior to the Top 25 countdown of young players in the Pittsburgh Penguins’ organization.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Pensburgh / July 25

Alex Ovechkin names two Penguins as part of best fighters he’s seen on the ice

No, one wasn’t Mario.. From the files of ‘this is supposed to be fun’, Alex Ovechkin cited a couple of Penguins when asked in a Russian interview about the best fighters he’s played with or against.

Erik Karlsson News / NHL Trade Talk / July 24

Trade Window on 35-Year-Old Defenseman May be Closing

Shayna Goldman of The Athletic writes that Erik Karlsson remains a high-profile trade candidate for the Pittsburgh Penguins, but the window to move the 34-year-old defenseman may be slowly closing.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 24

Could a reunion be in the cards for Rangers HC and this defenseman?

New York Rangers general manager Chris Drury has enjoyed an excellent offseason thus far, ticking items off his ‘to do’ list with encouraging regularity.

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / July 24

Penguins are the team to watch on the NHL trade front

Of the teams that might be busy this offseason, the Pittsburgh Penguins are going to be interesting to watch heading into next season.

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Bryan Rust News / NHL Trade Talk / July 24

Oilers Linked to Penguins Scorer, But Trade Hits Serious Hurdles

Speculation is swirling around Pittsburgh Penguins winger Bryan Rust, and the Edmonton Oilers are the latest team to be linked to the veteran forward. According to the Edmonton Journal’s Jim Matheson, the Oilers are indeed interested in acquiring Rust, though the trade would be complicated.

Bryan Rust News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Maple Leafs Urged to Trade For Bryan Rust

As the Pittsburgh Penguins continue to scope out potential trades this offseason, the idea. of the team moving veteran wing Bryan Rust has come about. Rust could net Pittsburgh some strong future assets and the front office may be willing to move him while they rebuild the team.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / July 22

Penguins Better Off Under Mario Lemieux Ownership

It’s been just a handful of years, but the Fenway Sports Group (FSG) may soon be out as majority owners of the Pittsburgh Penguins. A recent report from TSN’s Pierre LeBrun indicated that former owner and franchise icon Mario Lemieux has an interest in buying back the Penguins.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Trade Talk / July 22

Penguins Poised for Potential Blockbuster Trade, But Draw Line in Sand

The Pittsburgh Penguins may be getting closer to making a big move, as multiple reports suggest the team is actively exploring trade possibilities involving defenseman Erik Karlsson and forwards Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell.

Matt Grzelcyk News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 21

Free-agent focus: Matt Grzelcyk

After spending eight seasons with the Boston Bruins, defenseman Matt Grzelcyk signed a one-year prove-it deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins last offseason.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Breakaway on SI / July 21

Penguins Star Should Keep Playing With Longtime Teammate

While nothing has been made official, the 2025-26 NHL season will likely be the final year of a key Pittsburgh Penguins superstar’s career. Evgeni Malkin has spent the last two decades as a crucial piece of the Penguins organization, but soon to be 39 years old, the future Hall of Famer is nearing the end of his playing days.

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Sidney Crosby News / NHL Trade Talk / July 21

Crosby Trade Talk Goes Beyond Speculation: 'Ready to Chase Cup Elsewhere'

Sidney Crosby has been the face of the Pittsburgh Penguins for nearly two decades. There is no doubt he’s the best player of his generation, but also loyal and somewhat ageless.

Sidney Crosby News / Athlon Sports / July 21

'He's Going To Go Win Somewhere Else': Analyst Predicts Sidney Crosby Trade

As the Pittsburgh Penguins brace for a fourth straight season without playoff hockey, speculation around Sidney Crosby’s future continues. On Friday’s

Parker Wotherspoon News / The Hockey Writers / July 19

Getting to Know the Newest Penguins: Parker Wotherspoon

The Pittsburgh Penguins have had quite a few issues on defense over the past few seasons. Since the 2020-21 season, they have given up the 13th most goals in the league, allowing 1,175 goals in that span.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Last Word On Sports / July 16

Important Dates In the Pittsburgh Penguins 2025-26 Schedule

.With the schedule released, the 2025-26 NHL season will be a pivotal one for the rebuilding Pittsburgh Penguins. With the organization in transition, there are a number of important dates to track.

Mario Lemieux News / Field Level Media / July 14

Group led by Mario Lemieux ‘very interested’ in ownership of Penguins

An ownership group led by Hall of Famer Mario Lemieux has expressed that it is "very interested" in buying his former team, the Pittsburgh Penguins, as reported by The Athletic on Monday.

NHL News / Field Level Media / July 13

Penguins acquire goaltender Arturs Silovs in trade with Canucks

The Pittsburgh Penguins shored up the goaltending position on Sunday as the team acquired Arturs Silovs from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for forward Chase Stillman and a 2027 fourth-round pick.

Penguins, Maple Leafs could be trade partners in deal for $15M forward

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Last Word On Sports / July 13

Trades Create Questions for Pittsburgh Penguins Defensive Structure

Heading into a rebuilding season, the Pittsburgh Penguins have made numerous moves to restructure the defence of the team. Pittsburgh finished the 2024-25 season 24th in the league’s overall standings, coming away with the 11th overall pick in the Entry Draft.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9