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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.

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Ranking the jersey numbers picks of the new Penguins

And now for one of the most important topics of the offseason: critiquing the numbers the new players have chosen to wear for the Pens next season Usually

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pensburgh / July 23

Penguins’ 2025-26 Schedule by Month: December

The Penguins will ring in the holiday season with a nice mix of games, including a five-game homestand. Continuing our month-by-month look at the Pittsburgh Penguins’ schedule, December’s slate of games starts and ends with a Metropolitan Division battle and includes a season-long five-game homestand against the Anaheim Ducks (Dec.

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.

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Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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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.

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.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Breakaway on SI / July 21

Penguins Chasing Top 2026 Draft Pick

The Pittsburgh Penguins have missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs in three consecutive seasons and are likely staring down a fourth straight absence. Despite a superstar like Evgeni Malkin likely entering his final season in the NHL, the Penguins haven’t shown a real plan of improving for the 2025-26 season.

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

Erik Karlsson News / The Hockey Writers / July 20

3 Trade Destinations for Penguins’ Erik Karlsson

When the Pittsburgh Penguins traded for San Jose Sharks defenseman Erik Karlsson in 2023, many thought he was the missing piece for the stalled Penguins’ offense.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Athlon Sports / July 20

NHL Analyst Offers Solution for Penguins Amid Bleak Outlook

The Pittsburgh Penguins missed the playoffs for a third straight season, and NHL insider Frank Seravalli believes it's time for the franchise to stop clinging to the past.

Erik Karlsson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 19

The team that nearly took a ‘flier’ on Erik Karlsson

Coming off yet another disappointing Eastern Conference Final loss in 2024-25, things need to change for the Carolina Hurricanes. General manager Eric Tulsky and head coach Rod Brind’Amour know this.

Sidney Crosby News / NHL Trade Talk / July 19

Insider Says Key Factor Missing From Sidney Crosby Trade Talks

Amid growing speculation about Sidney Crosby’s long-term future with the Pittsburgh Penguins, NHL insider Chris Johnston has pushed back on the notion that even discussing a potential trade involving the Penguins’ captain is somehow disrespectful.

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.

Rickard Rakell News / NHL Trade Talk / July 18

Rakell on Red Alert, But Grateful After Near Trade by Penguins

Rickard Rakell has heard the rumors that he was almost traded at last season’s trade deadline, but he’s glad they didn’t come true. The Pittsburgh Penguins winger was reportedly on the radar of several teams at the deadline and early in this offseason.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / July 18

Breaking Down the Penguins’ 2025-26 Schedule

The countdown to the 2025-26 NHL season is officially underway with the release of the regular-season schedules for all 32 teams. The Pittsburgh Penguins came out with a bang with one of the most creative announcements, using inspiration from the HBO Max hit show The Pitt, filmed at Allegheny General Hospital.

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / July 18

4 Teams With the Best Chance to Trade for Sidney Crosby

The Pittsburgh Penguins are heading into a rebuild. That’s far from a secret, considering the offseason they’ve had and the moves ahead for general manager (GM) Kyle Dubas.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 17

NHL Rumors: The price for Rickard Rakell and Erik Karlsson should be...

Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now: (mailbag) A first-round pick and forward Alex Turcotte from the Los Angeles Kings for Rickard Rakell wouldn’t be enough for the Pittsburgh Penguins, but it’s getting close.

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.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / July 16

3 Prospects Who Stood Out at Penguins Development Camp

The Pittsburgh Penguins added 13 players to their organization during the 2025 Draft last month. Pittsburgh is in a rebuilding phase, and one of the top priorities for general manager Kyle Dubas is adding young talent to the prospect pool.

Pittsburgh Penguins 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.

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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.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 11