Penguins Fizzle, Senators Sizzle in Game 1
We’re No. 2 and We Try Harder. The popular catchphrase, once the hub of a clever ad campaign run by…
A Message for the Penguins: Get Back to Basics
A year can do a lot to your memory. Especially when you get to be my age. I’m trying to…
Penguins Stave Off Capitals 3-2
They say all is fair in love and war. Perhaps in hockey, too. Two nights after Washington kayoed our captain,…
Penguins Playoff Update: Policemen Wanted
Those who live by the sword die by the sword. It’s a Biblical warning to those who use violence as…
Penguins Nip Capitals on Bonino’s Game Winner
“You guys wanna play?” snapped Penguins coach Mike Sullivan. “Then get the puck in deep.” The object of “Sully’s” ire,…
Penguins Update: NHL Needs to Fix Playoff Format
No offense to the good citizens of Ottawa, or their hockey team. But every time I ponder the second-round playoff…
Penguins, Capitals Clash in Round Two
Buckle your seat belts, ladies and gents. The real fun’s about to begin. Starting on Thursday evening in Washington, the…
Penguins Clip ‘Canes 3-2, Snag Second Place in Metro
I was all set to write my summary of Sunday’s 3-2 triumph over Carolina when my community experienced an electrical…