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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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