With little to no expectation of qualifying for the 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs, the Pittsburgh Penguins again have the opportunity to try a few pieces in preparation for next year’s roster. Depth forward Joona Koppanen will get another chance for an informal tryout on the NHL roster as he’s been recalled by the Penguins. Koppanen was reassigned to the AHL’s Wilkes-Barre/Scranton … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh Penguins Recall Joona Koppanen
Will The Penguins Trade One Of Sidney Crosby’s Wingers?
The Penguins have faced numerous challenges over the past few years – some regrettable trades and dwindling attendance. They’re on the verge of missing the playoffs for the third consecutive season, following a remarkable streak of 16 straight postseason appearances from 2007 to 2022. This year will mark only the fourth time in captain Sidney Crosby’s illustrious 20-year career … [Read more...] about Will The Penguins Trade One Of Sidney Crosby’s Wingers?
Evgeni Malkin Out, Ryan Shea To Return For Penguins
The Pittsburgh Penguins will face the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday without lineup pillar Evgeni Malkin, who is set to sit out with a day-to-day upper-body injury per NHL.com’s Michelle Crechiolo. This will mark Malkin’s 12th absence since January 1st.Malkin has continued to make a strong impact when he’s healthy. He has three points in his last five games, and 15 points in 23 … [Read more...] about Evgeni Malkin Out, Ryan Shea To Return For Penguins
Penguins Recall Ville Koivunen And Rutger McGroarty, Joona Koppanen Re-Assigned
The Pittsburgh Penguins announced that they’ve recalled forward prospects Ville Koivunen and Rutger McGroarty while also re-assigning forward Joona Koppanen to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins of the AHL. The timing of the recalls is of note as the Penguins have looked lifeless in their last two games, losing to Tampa Bay and Buffalo by a combined score of 13-4. McGroarty was … [Read more...] about Penguins Recall Ville Koivunen And Rutger McGroarty, Joona Koppanen Re-Assigned
Penguins Place Emil Bemstrom On Waivers
The Pittsburgh Penguins have placed depth winger Emil Bemstrom on waivers per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. Bemstrom served a fourth-line role in Pittsburgh’s last three games and didn’t manage any notable stat changes, other than one shot on net. Bemstrom has spent the bulk of his season with the AHL’s Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins – intercut by routine trips to support … [Read more...] about Penguins Place Emil Bemstrom On Waivers