Tag Archives: Penguins Draft

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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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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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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Penguins prospects exude team’s style

Posted on July 18, 2011 by joel

It was never more apparent than last season that the Pittsburgh Penguins have a style. Speed, tenacity, grit, and hard work are all attributes that the typical Penguin embodies. From those traits, a certain team swagger has developed–one that has … Continue reading →

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More on Bennett

Posted on July 16, 2011 by joel

Perhaps no player has stuck out more at the Penguins development camp than Beau Bennett. The 2010 first round pick oozes with offensive potential and has the skills to someday post monster numbers alongside one of Pittsburgh’s all-world centers. Here … Continue reading →

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Bennett benefiting from prospect camp

Posted on July 15, 2011 by joel

Outside of Simon Despres, there is not a prospect in the Penguins organization with as much potential as Beau Bennett. Not even Eric Tangradi or Joe Morrow. Bennett has all the skills to become one of the game’s highest scoring … 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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