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Tag Archives: Chris Kunitz
Penguins power play part II: Skill split
On Monday I wrote a piece on the Penguins power-play that explored options to enhance the unit. The article focused on placing every star together on one power-play. You can click here to read. Today’s article is part two of … Continue reading
Penguins power-play part I: overload
Complication, simplification, specialists, rovers and coaching changes haven’t helped the Penguins power-play. In-fact, anything short of a Mario Lemieux return might not be enough to shock the man-advantage back to life. Over the past three seasons the Penguins have averaged … Continue reading
Penguins low on options entering July 1
A second round exit after a sub-par season with plenty of cap space made last years July 1 exhilarating. This year, the Penguins enter free agency as a cash-strapped team desperate for wingers. So what options are out there? After the … Continue reading
Posted in By Joel Peretic, NHL
Tagged Arron Asham, Atlanta Thrashers, Chris Kunitz, Craig Adams, Dustin Jeffrey, Evgeni Malkin, Florida Panthers, Jaromir Jagr, Jussi Jokinen, Mario Lemieux, Matt D'Agostini, NHL, NHL Free Agency, Niclas Bergfors, Pascal Dupuis, Penguins Free Agency, Pittsburgh Penguins, Ray Shero, Sidney Crosby, St. Louis Blues, Tyler Kennedy
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Penguins ink Dupuis to two-year deal
He may not be the top-six forward some wanted, but Pascal Dupuis has proven himself as a valuable piece to the Penguins. This morning the 32-year-old winger was rewarded with a two-year, $3 million contract. A free-agent market lacking in … Continue reading
Plenty of choices for Penguins at pick 23
Twenty-two teams will pick ahead of the Pittsburgh Penguins at tomorrow’s NHL Draft, but many of those organizations will not leave Minnesota with a better prospect. Eight players separated themselves as the cream of the first round crop. Beyond those … Continue reading
Posted in By Joel Peretic, Draft, NHL
Tagged Ben Lovejoy, Boon Jenner, Brandon Saad, Brian Strait, Brooks Orpik, By Joel Peretic, Chris Kunitz, Dan Bylsma, Eric Tangradi, Evgeni Malkin, James Neal, Joel Armia, NHL, NHL draft, Nicklas Jensen, Penguins Draft, Philip Danault, Philip Samuelsson, Pittsburgh Penguins, Ray Shero, Robert Bortuzzo, Rocco Grimaldi, Sidney Crosby, Simon Despres, Tyler Biggs, Zack Phillips, Zbynek Michalek
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Crosby and Free Agent updates
First, we though Sidney Crosby would only be out a couple of games. Then, a couple months at most. Finally, a playoff comeback was inevitable. Now, in mid-June, Crosby is just starting to turn a corner. Rob Rossi from Trib … Continue reading
Posted in Link, NHL
Tagged Bill Guerin, Chris Kunitz, Evgeni Malkin, James Neal, Jordan Staal, NHL, Pittsburgh Penguins, Rob Rossi, Sidney Crosby, Trib Total Media
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Penguins Free Agents: Rupp, Jeffrey headline class
Over the past few weeks I have been writing a series analyzing the 11 Penguin free agents. Each article focused on a players value, fit with the organization, and estimated cost of re-signing. Keep in mind that the NHL salary Cap is … Continue reading
Posted in By Joel Peretic, NHL
Tagged Alex Kovalev, Arron Asham, By Joel Peretic, Chris Conner, Chris Kunitz, Craig Adams, Dustin Jeffrey, Mark Letestu, Max Talbot, Mike Comrie, Mike Rupp, NHL, Pascal Dupuis, Penguiuns Free Agency, Pittsburgh Penguins, Ray Shero, Sidney Crosby, Tyler Kennedy
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Penguins Free Agency: Should Kovalev have been re-signed?
Over the next few weeks I will be writing a series analyzing the 11 Penguin free agents. Each article will focus on a players value, fit with the organization, and estimated cost of re-signing. Keep in mind that the NHL salary Cap is … Continue reading
Posted in By Joel Peretic, NHL
Tagged Alex Kovalev, Chris Kunitz, KHL, Mark Letestu, NHL, NHL Free Agency, Penguins Free Agency, Pittsburgh Penguins, Ray Shero, Sidney Crosby
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Penguins Free Agency: Dupuis is mark of consistency
Over the next few weeks I will be writing a series analyzing the 11 Penguin free agents. Each article will focus on a players value, fit with the organization, and estimated cost of re-signing. Keep in mind that the NHL salary Cap is … Continue reading
Is Jagr worth the risk?
Talk of Jaromir Jagr returning to the NHL has picked up significantly since I first reported the possibility. If the 39-year old is serious about a return, there are two questions every organization must answer: How much will Jagr cost? Can he … Continue reading
Posted in By Joel Peretic, NHL
Tagged Alex Kovalev, Chris Kunitz, Evgeni Malkin, IIHF, Jaromir Jagr, NHL Free Agency, Pittsburgh Penguins, Sidney Crosby
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Penguins Free Agency: Kennedy’s market value
Over the next few weeks I will be writing a series analyzing the 11 Penguin free agents. Each article will focus on a players value, fit with the organization, and estimated cost of re-signing. Keep in mind that the NHL salary Cap is … Continue reading
2010-2011 Pittsburgh Penguins: A season defined by injuries, growth
The second most wins in the NHL, the best penalty kill unit in the league, and an MVP candidate in net–sounds like a successful season for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Throw in a brand new barn and the first Winter Classic … Continue reading