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Insider Leaks Kyle Dubas' Demands For a Bryan Rust or Rickard Rakell Trade

Kyle Dubas has reportedly had a very high asking price for his trade chips this summer, and now Josh Yohe has revealed the key piece he wants in a trade.

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Trade to Contender Not on Sidney Crosby’s 38th Birthday Wish List

Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is celebrating his 38th birthday today. As we wish him a Happy Birthday, we can’t help but wonder, as he blows out his birthday cake (or whatever healthy version of a cake he’s probably eating), if a trade is on his wish list.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / August 7

Pittsburgh Penguins’ Top 15 Prospects: 2025-26 Preseason Edition

As the Pittsburgh Penguins continue to head down the inevitable road of rebuilding, general manager (GM) Kyle Dubas has been hard at work restocking a farm system that was not too long ago very bare.

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How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / August 7

Penguins’ 2018 Draft Class: Where Are They Now?

Unlike the 2016 and 2017 Drafts where the Pittsburgh Penguins had quite a few selections, the 2018 Draft saw them have just four picks. As it is with any draft, they had some hits and misses.

Evgeni Malkin News / House of Hockey / August 6

Insider Teases Heartbreaking News For Penguins Fans and Evgeni Malkin

Evgeni Malkin will go down as an all-time great in Pittsburgh, but now, Insider Josh Yohe believes this will be his farewell season with the Penguins. Over the past few years, the Pittsburgh Penguins have clearly begun a rebuild with a lack of top talent around their superstar veterans like Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / August 5

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Pittsburgh Penguins’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Last Word On Sports / August 4

NHL Rumours: Pittsburgh Penguins Eye Maple Leaf as Trade Target

Approaching the beginning of training camp, the Pittsburgh Penguins continue to appear in trade rumours. The latest now sees them linked to Nicholas Robertson.

Mario Lemieux News / Breakaway on SI / August 4

Mario Lemieux Not Close to Penguins Price Tag

Ever since TSN’s Pierre LeBrun first reported that a group led by Mario Lemieux had an interest in buying back the Pittsburgh Penguins, fans have been waiting for more news to creep out.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Last Word On Sports / August 4

Projecting Pittsburgh Penguins Olympics Representation in 2026

The Pittsburgh Penguins are set to have some representation at the 2026 Milan-Cortina d’Ampezzo Winter Olympics from Italy. The men’s hockey tournament is scheduled for February 11th to February 22nd, 2026.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 3

1 move Pittsburgh Penguins should’ve made in 2025 NHL offseason

The Pittsburgh Penguins entered the 2025 NHL offseason looking to sell. They had veteran trade candidates such as Bryan Rust, Rickard Rakell, and Erik Karlsson.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / House of Hockey / August 3

Elliotte Friedman Confirms Sidney Crosby's Trade Fate This Summer

Sidney Crosby's name has been hot in trade talks as of late, but now top NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman confirms where the Penguins star will be playing next season.

Erik Karlsson News / The Hockey Writers / August 2

Erik Karlsson Could Be the Red Wings’ Missing Piece

When Erik Karlsson was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2023, the hockey world was buzzing. The reigning Norris Trophy winner, coming off a 101-point season, was joining a veteran core hungry for one last run.

Erik Karlsson News / Athlon Sports / August 1

Penguins' Erik Karlsson Trade Talks Reportedly Take New Turn

The Pittsburgh Penguins are in full rebuild mode entering the new NHL season, and it has seen the front office engage with other teams in different trade talks.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / August 1

Penguins’ 2017 Draft Class: Where Are They Now?

The quiet portion of the offseason for the Pittsburgh Penguins is one to reflect on the past, whether it’s the disappointment of the last few seasons or the lingering curiosity of previous draft classes.

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Rickard Rakell News / Athlon Sports / July 29

Kraken Reportedly Eyeing Penguins All-Star Trade

As the Pittsburgh Penguins continue trade talks centered around wing Rickard Rakell, the veteran has drawn a lot of interest around the league. The Penguins may be able to net some strong assets for him in any deal, but there is also a high asking price to move the wing.

Erik Karlsson News / NHL Trade Talk / July 29

Breaking Down the Top Trade Packages for Penguins’ Erik Karlsson

With the Pittsburgh Penguins looking around the NHL for trades that could involve defenseman Erik Karlsson, a few teams have surfaced as possible landing spots.

Philip Tomasino News / Last Word On Sports / July 29

Evaluating Philip Tomasino’s Fit With the Pittsburgh Penguins

As the Pittsburgh Penguins are a team without a clear vision at forward, Philip Tomasino hopes to cement a permanent spot in the roster. The team has its constants like Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin to help anchor the group.

Sidney Crosby News / Athlon Sports / July 29

'Decision-Making Time' Looms for Sidney Crosby as Penguins Spiral

Sidney Crosby has spent his entire NHL career with the Pittsburgh Penguins, winning three Stanley Cups and becoming the face of the franchise and the league for two decades and running.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 28

Penguins’ perfect move in 2025 NHL offseason

Coming off three straight years of missing the playoffs, the Pittsburgh Penguins have entered a new era. Gone are the days of the Penguins being a perennial contender, and instead, the team has been in the midst of a rebuild.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL Rumors / July 29

Is it time for the Pittsburgh Penguins to move on from Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell?

Josh Yohe of The Athletic: There are valid reasons for both sides of, should the Pittsburgh Penguins should trade Bryan Rust. With it being about 18 months into the Penguins’ rebuild, is starting to lean toward the, it’s time to sell.

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.

Matt Grzelcyk 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.

Could this young forward answer multiple questions for the Rangers?

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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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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 / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9