The 4 Nations Face-Off is barreling towards a conclusion while Penguins hockey is on the horizon.
Here are your Pens Points for this Wednesday morning…
The Pittsburgh Penguins made a handful of roster moves on Tuesday as the team inches closer to returning to the ice following the 4 Nations Face-Off. Joel Blomqvist and Emil Bemstrom were recalled from the AHL, while Tristan Jarry was sent back to the American League. [PensBurgh]
The highly anticipated finale to the 4 Nations Face-Off will see Canada and the U.S. duke it out for international supremacy. American coach Mike Sullivan and Canadian captain Sidney Crosby will square off for the second time in one week in the championship game. [The Hockey News]
Could the Anaheim Ducks be a trade partner for the Penguins ahead of the trade deadline? [The Hockey News]
Former Penguins forward Dominik Kahun signed with Lausanne of Switzerland’s National League on a three-year deal after his previous team, Bern, terminated his contract at his request. [Trib Live]
The Penguins and the Penguins Foundation will celebrate women’s history across March. [Penguins]
News and notes from around the NHL…
In an almost Avengers-esque moment for Team USA, Mike Sullivan said Monday, “Quinn Hughes is coming,” after American defenseman Charlie McAvoy was injured in the tournament. [NHL]
However, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, Team USA will not be permitted to play Hughes unless they go below the six available rostered defensemen, meaning Hughes likely won’t play against Canada. [Sportsnet]