Rick Buker

In the world of professional sports, it doesn’t take long for word to get around. Show even a hint of…

As part of my never-ending argument with fellow PenguinPooper, Other Rick, over the comparative merits of the Penguins’ goalies, I…

I confess. I’m beginning to run out of superlatives to describe our Penguins. Once again battling long odds and an…

Grit. Merriam-Webster defines it as firmness of mind or spirit; unyielding courage in the face of hardship or danger. Noted…

Steel City sports fans can be forgiven for wondering if the city is infringing on some ancient Native American burial…

I was reflecting on the Penguins’ impressive 5-2 thrashing of Nashville last night and trying to think of a clever…

Conundrum. Merriam-Webster defines it as an intricate or difficult problem. An apt word, I thought, to describe the Penguins’ present…

As we approach the Christmas break, I find myself marveling over our Penguins remarkable transformation. Not only is the team…

Mike on WOW! Penguins Rally But Fall Short in Shootout: “Rick I know its early but GMKD may of pulled off another Grand theft with Soderblom. Skates well, and parks…”
Keeger on WOW! Penguins Rally But Fall Short in Shootout: “Last night Taylor Haas of DK said they do practice the shootout, in different setups and at different times. But…”
Rick Buker on HUGE WIN: Penguins Come All the Way Back to Bag Bruins in OT: “Hey Other Rick, I’ve been meaning to follow-up to your comment. I mentioned this before and you’ve alluded to it…”
Rick Buker on WOW! Penguins Rally But Fall Short in Shootout: “Hey Nick. I don’t know if they practice shootouts or not, but it sure doesn’t look like it, does it?…”
Nick on WOW! Penguins Rally But Fall Short in Shootout: “Do the Pens still practice the shootout? I remember in the Disco Dan years they ended practice with a shootout…”
the Other Rick on The Great Penguins Goalie Debate: “Rick, There are some re-runs that I don’t mind experiencing over and over again, but then there are others that…”