Why Don’t the Penguins Value Toughness?
Question. How many undersized, non-physical, puck-moving defensemen can you stuff into one organization? Apparently, the Penguins don’t have enough, because…
Can the Penguins Adapt to the New NHL?
On occasion I’ll play a little call-and-response game with a friend. She’ll tease me and tell me I’m whimpy, whimpy,…
Will the Penguins be Any Good?
Now that Penguins general manager Ron Hextall has signed Zach Aston-Reese and Radim Zohorna it appears our roster for the…
Penguins Ink Zohorna to Two-Year Deal
Well, the Penguins have made at least one move this offseason that brought a smile to my face. They signed…
Penguins Offseason: It Just Keeps Getting Better…
If you sensed the sarcasm dripping from my title, count yourself as perceptive. Indeed, our offseason keeps getting better and…
Penguins Update: Hextall Flunking Summer School?
One of my very favorite movies is Blazing Saddles. And one of my very favorite scenes is when Hedley Lamarr’s…
Can the Penguins Fill Their Needs From Within?
I’ve already addressed the fact that, due to salary cap constraints, the Penguins may have difficulty swinging any significant deals…
Penguins Update: Options for Long Pants Hockey
While commenting on management’s stated desire to play “long pants” hockey a couple of months ago, I suggested tongue-in-cheek that…