The Penguins traded winger Bennett MacArthur to the Sabres on Friday in exchange for defenseman Colton Poolman, both teams confirmed. The swap of minor-leaguers comes in conjunction with a corresponding trade between Pittsburgh’s and Buffalo’s AHL affiliates in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and Rochester, which saw 25-year-old winger Jagger Joshua head from WBS to the Sabres’ system … [Read more...] about Penguins, Sabres Swap Bennett MacArthur, Colton Poolman
Oilers, Canucks Among Teams With Interest In Penguins’ Marcus Pettersson
The Oilers and Canucks have demonstrated interest in acquiring defenseman Marcus Pettersson from the Penguins ahead of the March 7 trade deadline, Josh Yohe of The Athletic reports Tuesday. At least on paper, Edmonton and Vancouver have much more precise needs for a right-shot defender than a lefty like Pettersson. He hasn’t logged significant time playing on his off side since … [Read more...] about Oilers, Canucks Among Teams With Interest In Penguins’ Marcus Pettersson
Evgeni Malkin Out Day-To-Day
The Pittsburgh Penguins announced that star center Evgeni Malkin is out day-to-day with an upper-body injury. The news came out unexpectedly just minutes before the Penguins were set to take on the Columbus Blue Jackets this evening. In Malkin’s absence, Cody Glass will center the Penguins second line tonight, and forward Jesse Puljujarvi will draw back into the lineup after … [Read more...] about Evgeni Malkin Out Day-To-Day
Al MacNeil Passes Away At Age 89
A legendary member of the Calgary Flames organization, Al MacNeil, has passed away at the age of 89 as announced by the Flames. Before starting his coaching and executive career in the National Hockey League, MacNeil spent 11 years as a player. He suited up for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, Chicago Blackhawks, New York Rangers, and Pittsburgh Penguins from 1955 … [Read more...] about Al MacNeil Passes Away At Age 89
Penguins Activate Kris Letang, Place Philip Tomasino On IR
The Pittsburgh Penguins are making a few roster moves before their game against the Carolina Hurricanes tonight. Pittsburgh announced they’ve placed forward Philip Tomasino on injured reserve while later adding they’ve activated defenseman Kris Letang in a corresponding move. Considering the Penguins had a full 23-man roster before tonight’s game, this transaction was expected. … [Read more...] about Penguins Activate Kris Letang, Place Philip Tomasino On IR