Tag Archives: NHL draft

Despite early cut, Despres a promising prospect

Posted on September 26, 2011 by joel

Not getting to see Simon Despres play a preseason game this season was disappointing for some. The prospect that showed so much potential last season didn’t even make it through the first round of cuts this season. Despres, 20, posted … Continue reading →

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Pens prospects winless in rookie tournament

Posted on September 14, 2011 by joel

It has been a while since any Penguins team finished last, but this weekend at the Toronto Maple Leafs Rookie Tournament was a different story. Pittsburgh prospects went 0-3 in games against the Senators, Maple Leafs, and Blackhawks. As Adrian … Continue reading →

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Pittsburgh’s Saad impressive in Blackhawks rookie tournament

Posted on September 12, 2011 by joel

Pittsburgh native Brandon Saad was hoping to become the area’s highest drafted player ever this year. Instead, Saad fell out of the first round and was the last of Pittsburgh’s three highly touted prospects to get the call. The 6’1″ … Continue reading →

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Bennett considered Penguins top prospect

Posted on September 6, 2011 by joel

For the past two years Penguins fans have gushed over Simon Despres. Certainly, there is reason to praise the heralded defenseman. He is one of the organization’s bright, young stars who looks destined for greatness in the NHL. With the … Continue reading →

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NHL Draft: Joe Morrow an underrated pick

Posted on August 24, 2011 by joel

Over the next two weeks I will be writing a series that takes an in-depth look at the Penguins draft selections. Each article will cover the prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit within the organization. With talented forwards like Nicklas Jensen, … Continue reading →

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2012 draft consideration cements city as hockey hub

Posted on August 9, 2011 by joel

The NHL Draft may be headed back to Pittsburgh. It has been fifteen years since the city last saw the event, but all signs indicate that the 2012 hosts will be the Pittsburgh Penguins and Consol Energy Center. Check out … Continue reading →

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Morrow signs entry level deal

Posted on August 3, 2011 by joel

Penguins first round pick Joe Morrow has signed a three-year entry level contract. Morrow, picked 23rd overall by the Penguins in June, is a highly touted defenseman in the Western Hockey League. PittsburghPenguins.com has the full details of the signing. … Continue reading →

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Penguins prospect podcast with Jesse Marshall

Posted on July 29, 2011 by joel

General Manager Ray Shero has done a great job of stocking the shelves during his tenure in Pittsburgh. The Penguins feature one of the best minor league franchises in all of hockey and have enjoyed several successful drafts lately. I … Continue reading →

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Atlantic Division off-season: Richards a perfect fit for Rangers

Posted on July 27, 2011 by joel

There was only one headlining free agent this off-season. Only one player that teams centered their whole front office around and flew all over the country just to meet with. Only one guy that was worthy of a top-20 NHL … Continue reading →

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Penguins sign Williams and second-round pick

Posted on July 27, 2011 by joel

It is likely that Jason Williams will only serve as an AHL player. But, the former 20-goal scorer could make his way onto the Penguins pro roster if injuries plague the team yet again. Yesterday Pittsburgh signed for the former … Continue reading →

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Penguins prospect camp wrap-up

Posted on July 19, 2011 by joel

Last week the Penguins held their prospect camp for the young talent of the organization. The week provided the prospects and opportunity to receive world-class coaching, play against other NHL hopeful, and see the teams vision for their future. On … Continue reading →

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NHL Draft: Penguins round-by-round analysis

Posted on July 8, 2011 by joel

Over the last two weeks I have been writing a series that took an in-depth look at the Penguins draft selections. Each article covered the prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit within the organization A common theme has developed over the … Continue reading →

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NHL Draft: Penguins find great value in seventh round selection

Posted on July 6, 2011 by joel

Over the next two weeks I will be writing a series that takes an in-depth look at the Penguins draft selections. Each article will cover the prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit within the organization Seventh round pick Scott Wilson’s scouting … Continue reading →

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NHL Draft: Archibald follows Penguins model

Posted on July 5, 2011 by joel

Over the next two weeks I will be writing a series that takes an in-depth look at the Penguins draft selections. Each article will cover the prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit within the organization For those hoping the Penguins would … Continue reading →

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NHL Draft: Little known about Dominik Uher

Posted on July 1, 2011 by joel

Over the next two weeks I will be writing a series that takes an in-depth look at the Penguins draft selections. Each article will cover the prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit within the organization. After drafting Scott Harrington in the … Continue reading →

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