Tag Archives: Jordan Staal

For Penguins, Staal the best player in 2006 draft

Few drafts–in any sport–have produced as much top-end talent as the 2006 NHL Draft. Four of the top five picks have represented their country in the Olympics. Two have made All-Star appearances. Two have won Stanley Cups. One is even a … Continue reading

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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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Matt Cooke a valuable piece of the puzzle

Matt Cooke is a valuable player to the Penguins. If you don’t believe me, just look at the three-year deal he received as a 32-year-old from general manager Ray Shero. Not often does Pittsburgh extend multi-year contracts to players in … Continue reading

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Could Penguins actually trade Sidney Crosby?

Moving Malkin back to center and Staal to wing, relegating new acquisition Steve Sullivan to third-line duty, and possibly trading Crosby? Are any or all of these moves in the Penguins future for next year? According to Mark Madden, there … Continue reading

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Bylsma the obvious choice for Jack Adams Award

There were injuries, suspensions, documentaries, outdoor games and even an arena debut. But, there was also the second most wins in hockey, the third highest point total in the NHL, and the league’s top penalty killing unit. Tonight, three candidates will be … Continue reading

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Penguins Stanley Cup chances to shrink after next season?

Few would predict that Sidney Crosby will ever hit the open market at any point in his career. The former league MVP and scoring champion is the once-in-a-generation player that you build a franchise around–and that is exactly what the … 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 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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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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