Tag Archives: NHL Playoffs

Are the 2011 Bruins better than the 2009 Penguins?

Ever wonder if the best team in the NHL actually won the Stanley Cup? In a year when so many pegged the Penguins as champions at the half-way point, seeing the Boston Bruins lift Lord Stanley’s Cup felt like Pittsburgh … Continue reading

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Penguins, Red Wings Game 7 tops list

What are the greatest game sevens in NHL history? It is hard to imagine that the 2009 Stanley Cup Final’s last match not topping the list. The game featured offensive explosions, few turnovers, and career defining saves. Perhaps, I am … Continue reading

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Penguins 1991 Stanley Cup team still relevant

There is something special about every Stanley Cup team. Pittsburgh’s 1991 Cup squad was a particularly memorable one though–and not just to Penguins fans. The Lemieux led Penguins are viewed as possibly the last great offensive team. Check out Josh … Continue reading

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Penguins Free Agency: Arron Asham

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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Malkin eyed possible comeback

Evgeni Malkin may have disappointed this season, but his help would have been much appreciated in the playoffs. The Penguins averaged an abysmal two goals per game during the post-season, and went 1-35 on the power play. Geno’s return could have certainly … Continue reading

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Penguins Free Agency: Craig Adams is a perfect fit

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’ display attitude of former and future Cup champions

No Sidney Crosby and no Evgeni Malkin left the Penguins short handed this playoffs, as I am sure many have heard. There are still no excuses coming from the Pittsburgh locker room. Bob Grove of the Pittsburgh Penguins Radio Network … 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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Talbot misses cut for top 10 game seven performers

How valuable is a two goal goal performance in a 2-1 Stanley Cup Final game seven? Not very valuable according to The Hockey News. Adam Proteau recently constructed his own list of the top 10 performers in game seven history … Continue reading

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Penguins Free Agency: Talbot too expensive

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 … 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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Penguins versus Hurricanes: In Depth Look

A ferocious storm descends on Mellon Arena tomorrow night in the form of the Carolina Hurricanes. Carolina enters the Eastern Conference finals as possibly the hottest team left in the National Hockey League, earning their spot by defeating two of … Continue reading

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Penguins versus Capitals: In Depth Look

The NHL‘s fantasy finally become a reality as the Pittsburgh Penguins face the Washington Capitals in the second round of the playoffs. This is not just a simple playoff tilt between the Penguins and the Capitals. Rather, this series is … Continue reading

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Penguins versus Flyers: In Depth look

For the second straight year the Pittsburgh Penguins will  host the Philadelphia Flyers the playoffs. The Penguins clinched home-ice advantage when the Flyers squandered a lead against the Rangers in the final regular season game. The ‘turnpike series’ promises to … Continue reading

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