Noticed that the NHL site put slashes through the zeroes on their stat pages today, and that's rad.

Does an Erik Karlsson extension make sense for the #LetsGoPens in the short-term? If the Penguins are going to take "really big steps that are sustainable" next year - as Kyle Dubas said - it might. Read more ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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After #LetsGoPens GM/POHO Kyle Dubas suggested the Penguins would be looking to the trade market for impact "20-somethings," it's fair to wonder what pieces might go the other way. Which prospects should the Pens look to leverage? @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

Mr. Zuko celebrated his fourth Gotcha Day yesterday, and he loves his dinosaur 🥹💙

There are a whole lot of subplots sure to spurn from #LetsGoPens GM/POHO Kyle Dubas's season-ending press conference Tuesday. But three points of emphasis stood out above the others - and things are about to get interesting. @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

With more coming on the Dubas presser later, I penned a longer-form piece last night on where the #LetsGoPens are at in their rebuild and in terms of contention. Lined up with some things Dubas mentioned today ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

I have a lot of takeaways from Kyle Dubas's presser. Working on a summary piece now, with several smaller pieces to follow and dig into details. But based on today's comments, don't be surprised if the Penguins' 2026 first-rounder is almost certainly trade bait this summer.

Ahead of #LetsGoPens GM/POHO Kyle Dubas's season-ending presser Tuesday at noon, I took a stab at analyzing where the Penguins are in terms of their rebuild and contention. It's complex. But they may be closer than you think. @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

Which #LetsGoPens prospects have the best chance at cracking the NHL roster next season? I broke down the top-five, and I also added a section for others who should also be in the conversation ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

Which #LetsGoPens prospects have the best shot at making the NHL roster out of training camp next season? Here are five that will be in the conversation ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

The Wild take down the Avalanche 5-1 in Game 3, cutting the series deficit to 2-1. www.nytimes.com/athletic/726...

The #LetsGoPens are in for an active summer, and given the expectation-defying 2025-26 season, they don't have a premium selection in the 2026 NHL Draft. So, it might just be an opportune time to consider packaging that 22nd overall pick. @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

Am I doing this right?

Forgot to share this last night, but you asked, I answered. Here is the first #LetsGoPens 2026 offseason edition of Monday Mailbox, which includes the goaltending situation, questions of contention, Malkin, and more ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

If anyone would like to see a photo of a rather fearsome guard dog, this is your lucky day.

There are a lot of questions surrounding the #LetsGoPens potential roster in 2026-27 - including decisions on pending UFAs and RFAs. Who stays, and who goes? My thoughts and predictions ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

Monday seems like a great day for an end-of-season #LetsGoPens    mailbox. Shoot me your questions. Ask anything ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social

"I don't know life in the NHL without him." With #LetsGoPens veteran Evgeni Malkin's future uncertain this summer, teammates gave their thoughts on the situation and on getting to know him over the years at locker cleanout Friday ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

"Kyle's vision... he hasn't deterred from the path he's wanted to go down." The 2056-26 #LetsGoPens season might be in the books, but the players strongly believe it was a step toward sustained contention. More from locker cleanout: @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

#LetsGoPens Bryan Rust on Evgeni Malkin: "I don't know life in the NHL without him... I want Geno around here as long as I'm around here."

There have been many factors behind the #LetsGoPens making this first-round series against the Flyers a series again. But Kris Letang has elevated his game to another level - and the Penguins are reaping the benefits. @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

For #LetsGoPens goaltender Artūrs Šilovs, no stage is too big. In fact, he plays his best hockey when the stakes and the pressure are highest. And he's getting the job done for the Penguins in this first round. @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL #StanleyCupPlayoffs thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

"We have a lot of belief in our group." Facing elimination, the #LetsGoPens have won back-to-back games - and they're only starting to find their game. But their defensive work in the last two - especially late - has been stellar. @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

Pens closed out a playoff game in pretty much textbook fashion. Well done. We have a series again.

#LetsGoPens Dan Muse on the third-period defense: "You still want to make plays. You don't want to just be throwing pucks away. The more you can be in the offensive zone and have possession, that's always the best defense. Overall, the guys did a really good job at the end."

#LetsGoPens coach Dan Muse on Crosby elevating his game: "When things get hard, when backs are against the wall, there is no doubt in my mind that he's going to lead the charge in terms of elevating, finding a way to do everything possible to help this team win a hockey game."

For what it's worth, Sidney Crosby just called Elmer Soderblom "Tree" in the post-game presser 😂 #LetsGoPens

The #LetsGoPens are going back to what worked in Game 4 lineup-wise. And it was absolutely the right call. @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

Well, here we go. Game 5 is upon us, and the #LetsGoPens must win to stay alive. Follow along and comment/join the conversation on our live game blog ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL #StanleyCupPlayoffs thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

The #LetsGoPens completed step one of erasing a 3-0 series deficit when they beat Philadelphia in Game 4 on Saturday. But there are still improvements to be made if they want to climb all the way back. Three takeaways from the win ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

I wish every team gave as little of a shit about defense as Anaheim and Edmonton do.

Teams are 4-209 all-time when down 3-0 in a series. The #GoKingsGo were the last to pull off a comeback, and they went on to win the Cup in 2014. Even if no one else believes, the #LetsGoPens are saying, "Why not us?" @thehockeynews.bsky.social #StanleyCupPlayoffs thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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On the surface, things may look bleak for the #LetsGoPens heading into Game 3 in Philadelphia, as they trail 2-0 in the series. But turning the series around could come down to one simple thing - and it feels like a "must" tonight ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

Flyers have now won 7 of their last 9 playoff games in Pittsburgh.

After two games of not being able to generate much sustained offense, the #LetsGoPens are allowing frustration to seep in. According to Dan Muse, they need to turn that frustration into action. More on Game 2: @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL #StanleyCupPlayoffs thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman on replay and goaltender interference: "We're going to get it right overwhelmingly. And we'll get a few calls where people will debate them. Depending on your interest in the game, you may have a different view." More here: thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

Ready for Game 2, #LetsGoPens fans? Follow along on our live game blog here, and keep an eye out for some Bettman content on goaltender interference 👀 ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #StanleyCupPlayoffs thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

Ready for some playoff hockey again, Pittsburgh? #LetsGoPens    Follow along and join the conversation with our live in-game blog here ⬇️ thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

'I think it's going to be something special." The #LetsGoPens    have a wealth of Stanley Cup Playoff experience on their roster. But there are also a few first-timers who are dialed in and ready for their chance at the postseason. @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

There were a number of moves by #LetsGoPens GM/POHO Kyle Dubas in 2025-26 that helped the Penguins defy expectations and pen their own story this season. But five were crucial to the team's success and their eventual playoff berth. @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

IT'S OFFICIAL: The #LetsGoPens and #LetsGoFlyers have set the stage for the Battle of Pennsylvania in Round One of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL #THN thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

The Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin rivalry has spanned 21 years, and Sunday may have been the final chapter in its story. Here are 21 years, 21 stats and factoids from the greatest rivalry in NHL history ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL #LetsGoPens #ALLCAPS thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

#GUINSWIN See you at Lord Stanley’s table.

And there it is, folks. The Pittsburgh Penguins have clinched their first playoff berth since 2022 with a 5-2 win over the New Jersey Devils. If the Flyers lose in regulation to the Red Wings, they also clinch home ice. What a magical season for a damn good hockey team.

Newest #LetsGoPens defenseman Sam Girard is hitting his stride at just the right time. I sat down with him to talk about his adjustment to a new system, playing with Kris Letang, and his experience so far with the coaching staff. @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

"I feel like it's going to get better and better." #LetsGoPens defenseman Sam Girard is hitting his stride at just the right time. On his adjustment to a new system, playing with Letang, and his experience with the coaching staff in this @TheHockeyNews exclusive: thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

"It feels like it's something every night." The #LetsGoPens stormed to a 9-4 win over the Florida Panthers on Saturday, and their two biggest stars hit more major milestones in the process. On the big win, playoff race updates, and more: @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...