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Stars re-sign veteran forward Blake Comeau for 1 year, $1M
FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Stars are bringing back veteran forward Blake Comeau on a $1 million, one-year contract. The 35-year-old Comeau led Dallas forwards with 106 hits while scoring 14 points (four goals, 10 assists) last season. Comeau has spent three of his 15 seasons with the Stars. “Blake’s...
Mark Madden: Beware of goaltenders handling pucks
The value of a goaltender’s puckhandling seems overrated in the NHL, and horribly so. It provides value but gets goalies in a lot of jams. Tristan Jarry’s puckhandling was supposed be a strength. But we all remember how Game 5 against the New York Islanders turned out. Tom Barrasso’s puckhandling...
Penguins A to Z: When healthy, Brian Dumoulin remains as reliable as everVideo
With the Penguins in the midst of their offseason, the Tribune-Review is looking at all 48 players currently under NHL contracts to the organization in alphabetical order, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to top-six winger Jason Zucker. Brian Dumoulin Position: Defenseman Shoots: Left Age: 29 Height: 6-foot-4 Weight: 207 pounds...
Penguins A to Z: Jan Drozg made strides in 2020-21 but remains a long-term projectVideo
With the Penguins in the midst of their offseason, the Tribune-Review is looking at all 48 players currently under NHL contracts to the organization in alphabetical order, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to top-six winger Jason Zucker. Jan Drozg Position: Left winger Shoots: Right Age: 21 Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 175...
Penguins defenseman Zach Trotman retires
Defenseman Zach Trotman, a member of the Pittsburgh Penguins organization for parts of the past four seasons, has retired. The 30-year-old announced his decision via Instagram. In the posting, Trotman explained the physical rigors of the sport prompted his decision. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zach...
Penguins A to Z: Alex D’Orio took a big step forward in 2020-21Video
With the Penguins in the midst of their offseason, the Tribune-Review is looking at all 49 players currently under NHL contracts to the organization in alphabetical order, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to top-six winger Jason Zucker. Alex D’Orio Position: Goaltender Catches: Right Age: 22 Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 209 pounds...
Ex-Penguins defenseman David Warsofsky signs in Germany
Former Penguins defenseman David Warsofsky has signed with ERC Ingolstadt of Germany’s Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL). The team announced his signing on its website. A native of Marshfield, Mass., Warsofsky, 31, has been a member of the Penguins organization over three separate stints. In total, he has played in 19...
Penguins A to Z: Casey DeSmith proved he belongs
With the Penguins in the midst of their offseason, the Tribune-Review is looking at all 49 players currently under NHL contracts to the organization in alphabetical order, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to top-six winger Jason Zucker. Casey DeSmith Position: Goaltender Catches: Left Age: 29 Height: 6-foot Weight: 181 pounds...
First Call: Some confidence in Steelers’ Chuks Okorafor; an award for Sidney Crosby as his coach is snubbed
Friday’s “First Call” has some faith in Steelers tackle Chuks Okorafor. Penguins captain Sidney Crosby gets a little love while his head coach does not. Plus, a confusing look at the future of NHL divisional play. And a milestone for a local hockey program. Take a chance on Chuks One...
Penguins A to Z: Kevin Czuczman is a better story than playerVideo
With the Penguins in the midst of their offseason, the Tribune-Review is looking at all 49 players currently under NHL contracts to the organization in alphabetical order, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to top-six winger Jason Zucker. Kevin Czuczman Position: Defenseman Shoots: Left Age: 30 Height: 6-foot-3 Weight: 210 pounds...
U mad, bro?: Steelers fans are fretting; Penguins fans are pushing back; Pirates fans are just fed up
This edition of “U mad, bro?” touches all the bases. Oops. Sorry. Too soon? Ke'Bryan Hayes hits a home run for the Pirates, but missed first base. #Dodgers win the challenge. It remains 0-0 pic.twitter.com/uLa7FzTFVP— AM 570 LA Sports (@AM570LASports) June 9, 2021 This week we’ve got Steelers fans fretting...
Ex-Penguins Mark Letestu, Brad Thiessen join Blue Jackets as coaches
Former Pittsburgh Penguins forward Mark Letestu and goaltender Brad Thiessen have been hired by the Columbus Blue Jackets in development coaching roles. Letestu, 37, retired as a professional player in December. Over the course of 11 seasons with the Penguins, Blue Jackets, Edmonton Oilers and Winnipeg Jets, Letestu appeared in...
Penguins goaltending prospects Joel Blomqvist, Calle Clang selected for national teams
Penguins goaltending prospects Joel Blomqvist and Calle Clang have been named to the under-20 national teams of Finland and Sweden, respectively, for an upcoming showcase tournament in July and August. Blomqvist, 19, was the Penguins’ second-round pick (No. 52 overall) in 2020. He spent most of this past season with...
Penguins A to Z: Sidney Crosby remains the futureVideo
With the Penguins in the midst of their offseason, the Tribune-Review is looking at all 49 players currently under NHL contracts to the organization in alphabetical order, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to top-six winger Jason Zucker. Sidney Crosby Position: Center Shoots: Left Age: 33 Height: 5-foot-11 Weight: 200 pounds...
Penguins A to Z: Cody Ceci found some much-needed consistencyVideo
With the Penguins in the midst of their offseason, the Tribune-Review is looking at all 49 players currently under NHL contracts to the organization in alphabetical order, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to top-six winger Jason Zucker. Cody Ceci Position: Defenseman Shoots: Right Age: 27 Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 210 pounds...
Penguins A to Z: What can Jeff Carter do for an encore?Video
With the Penguins in the midst of their offseason, the Tribune-Review is looking at all 49 players currently under NHL contracts to the organization in alphabetical order, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to top-six winger Jason Zucker. Jeff Carter Position: Center Shoots: Right Age: 36 Height: 6-foot-3 Weight: 219 pounds...
Madden Monday: Steelers will give JuJu Smith-Schuster what he wants and play him outside more often; Penguins vs. Isles fallout
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster keeps talking about his desire to play outside more often this year. That may not be a great idea. Smith-Schuster is good in the slot, and if bouncing outside takes away snaps from Chase Claypool or potentially Diontae Johnson, that doesn’t sound like a...
Stars defenseman Stephen Johns of Wampum announces retirementVideo
NHL defenseman Stephen Johns, a native of Wampum, has retired from professional hockey. The 29-year-old announced his decision via social media. In the post, Johns touched on his battles with depression and plans to Rollerblade across the country. Johns wrote: “Someone asked me the other day what I like to...
Penguins A to Z: Teddy Blueger should be a leading offseason priorityVideo
With the Penguins in the midst of their offseason, the Tribune-Review is looking at all 49 players currently under NHL contracts to the organization in alphabetical order, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to top-six winger Jason Zucker. Teddy Blueger Position: Center Shoots: Left Age: 26 Height: 6-foot Weight: 185 pounds...
Mark Madden’s Hot Take: Marc-Andre Fleury’s story keeps getting better … just not in Pittsburgh
Marc-Andre Fleury got Vegas past Colorado in the NHL playoffs’ second round. The Golden Knights face Montreal next. Fleury goes home. He very likely will eliminate the Canadiens. The story gets better and better. Just not in Pittsburgh. The Pittsburgh Penguins’ goaltending has gotten worse since the day Fleury went...
Penguins A to Z: Kasper Bjorkqvist still has plenty to proveVideo
With the Penguins in the midst of their offseason, the Tribune-Review is looking at all 49 players currently under NHL contracts to the organization in alphabetical order, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to top-six winger Jason Zucker. Kasper Bjorkqvist Position: Right winger Shoots: Left Age: 22 Height: 6-foot-1 Weight: 198...
Ex-Penguins forward Josh Currie signs in Russia
Forward Josh Currie, who served as captain of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins this past season, has joined Metallurg Magnitogorsk in Russia’s KHL. Magnitogorsk announced the signing on its website. An unrestricted free agent signing in October, Currie was on a one-year, two-way contract with the Penguins. Currie, 28, was Wilkes-Barre/Scranton’s leading...
Mark Madden: Sidney Crosby not being among Hart Trophy finalists shows criteria are skewed
Sidney Crosby had little chance to win the Hart Trophy as NHL MVP. He finished 10th in points with 62 in 55 games, a whopping 43 behind scoring champ Connor McDavid of Edmonton. But Crosby isn’t even a finalist. In the era of 200-foot hockey, Crosby is the best 200-foot...
Penguins A to Z: Jordy Bellerive continues to progress in a bottom-six roleVideo
With the Penguins in the midst of their offseason, the Tribune-Review is looking at all 49 players currently under NHL contracts to the organization in alphabetical order, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to top-six winger Jason Zucker. Jordy Bellerive Shoots: Left Age: 22 Height: 5-foot-11 Weight: 194 pounds 2020-21 AHL...
Penguins goaltender Casey DeSmith undergoes core muscle surgery
Penguins backup goaltender Casey DeSmith underwent bilateral core muscle surgery Thursday. The recovery time is expected to be six to eight weeks. The team announced his procedure Thursday evening. DeSmith, 29, was injured during a 7-2 road loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on May 3 and missed the final three...
