August 2011 – Pittsburgh Penguins

Last week I had the privilege of talking with current assistant coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets Dan Hinote. During…

Having cut my hockey teeth during the heyday of goon-squad hockey back in the 1970s, I’ve always had an affinity…

As a young hockey fan, I’ll never forget the day in January of 1974 that the Penguins acquired tough guys…

Following nine seasons in his native Sweden, Kjell Samuelsson ventured across the pond to join the New York Rangers in…

Mike on Penguins Re-Sign Puustinen: “Rick It still amazes me that players like Jack Johnson (Av’s), and Kulikov (Panthers) can’t play for the Pen’s but…”
the Other Rick on Penguins Pick Heading to San Jose: “Hey Rick, Party at my place if/when Sullivan does go!!! But on another note, while comparing Trocheck and Malkin, over…”
Rick Buker on Mike Sullivan to New Jersey? The Devil(s) You Say.: “Hey Detroit Dave, I just saw this and had to respond. I’m with you on the Brassard trade, right down…”
Detroit Dave on Mike Sullivan to New Jersey? The Devil(s) You Say.: “Amen, Rick. We can only hope the rumors are true and Sully heads to Jersey and we cut the noose…”
the Other Rick on Penguins Update: Reality Isn’t Always What it Seems (Part Two): “Hey Rick, A couple of other things to consider, when trying to get to the reality of a situation, when…”
Bill on Penguins Update: Reality Isn’t Always What it Seems (Part Two): “I also remember Letang being very excited when Reirden came back. He also has had some of his best seasons…”

Month: August 2011