News and notes around the Penguins for Monday September 23
The signs of change are upon us. Yesterday was the first official day of fall. The Penguins played their first preseason game over the weekend.
Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin were at the city’s big event of the weekend The pair led the Steelers’ “Terrible Towel Twirl” before the team’s home opener against the Los Angeles Chargers. It went well from there with the home team doubling up the visitors 20-10. [NHL.com]
The Pens won some hardware over the weekend, but of the unusual variety. The team won Emmy Awards in three categories at the 2024 Mid-Atlantic Regional Emmy Awards, including another feather in the cap of Producer/Writer Jaromir Jagr. [Penguins.com]
Valtteri Puustinen is more comfortable in his third NHL camp but still hungry. Money quote from Mike Sullivan: “He needs to take the next step. He’s got to bring some finish. He’s got to bring some offensive influence on the line that he’s on.” [Trib Live]
On hat tricks, healthy hips and Jesse Puljujarvi. [Post Gazette]
One thing to remember about every NHL team. Given that the note is basically “Sidney Crosby is awesome”, it’s something that we never forget. [Sportsnet]
A good list not to appear on for the five headscratchers of the off-season. [Score]
If you’re looking for a little preview from a national perspective, here’s one on the Pens. [Daily Faceoff]
After two straight trips to the Stanley Cup Final, the Panthers navigated a tricky summer attempting to solve some champagne problems. [The Athletic $]
The Utah Hockey Club are in business after hosting their first preseason game last night. [Fox 13 Utah]