The Pens split into four training camp teams as they et back on the ice It’s day one for the Pittsburgh Penguins and the 2024-25 season. The players are back on the ice and the splits into the three groups have been announced. The team also disclosed that Erik Karlsson is coming into camp with a day-to-day injury. Teams 1 and 2 will hold their first practice from 9:00-9:45 … [Read more...] about Penguins Training Camp: Instant reaction to group splits
Switching the free agent focus to Marcus Pettersson
Photo by Rich Graessle/NHLI via Getty Images Now that the Crosby contract is done, the Penguins have other decisions to consider By his very nature Marcus Pettersson is not a player or large personality who takes up a lot of spotlight. The Swede goes about his business, quietly doing his job of being a steady, reliable defender so that his teammates can succeed. But now … [Read more...] about Switching the free agent focus to Marcus Pettersson
Penguins announce 2024 training camp roster
The boys are back! The Penguins will open 2024 training camp on the ice starting tomorrow and have announced their 69 player roster. The Penguins have invited 69 players to their 2024.25 training camp presented by @UPMC.Training camp opens on Wednesday, September 18 at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex. All practices are free and open to the public.Details and roster ⬇️ … [Read more...] about Penguins announce 2024 training camp roster
Judging reactions to Sidney Crosby’s contract extension
Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images The consensus around the hockey world is that Crosby left money on the table. Sidney Crosby’s contract extension is out of the way and he’s on the books for the next three seasons in Pittsburgh. It wasn’t very surprising when Crosby’s AAV on his new deal came in at the same number as his previous deals— an even $8.7 million. When … [Read more...] about Judging reactions to Sidney Crosby’s contract extension
Prospect Challenge: Penguins wrap up successful trip, win preseason event for second year in a row
Photo by Jeff Vinnick/NHLI via Getty Images Well, it’s better than not winning The Penguins’ prospects finished up an undefeated trip to Buffalo, downing the Sabre in an 8-5 game on Monday. Avery Hayes (AHL contract) scored a hat trick and added an assist. Tristan Broz finished a great trip to Buffalo with four points (1G+3A) of his own. Avery Hayes had a hat … [Read more...] about Prospect Challenge: Penguins wrap up successful trip, win preseason event for second year in a row