The Pittsburgh Penguins knew their opening round series with the Islanders wouldn't be easy. But they also know they need to bring a sense of urgency every game.
The move to pick up forward Jeff Carter from the Los Angeles Kings has paid off extremely well for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Every time the New York Islanders tied the game, the Pittsburgh Penguins reclaimed the lead within minutes, leading to a 5-4 victory.
Early playoff exits in each of the past two seasons have provided a little extra motivation for captain Sidney Crosby and the rest of the Pittsburgh Penguins as they prepare to face the New York Islanders.
Rookie forward Drew O'Connor is making his case loud and clear at Pittsburgh Penguins training camp.
Kasperi Kapanen's delayed arrival has stalled his anticipated deployment on the top line. However, Pittsburgh's plans aren't changing.
After spending several years with the Washington Capitals, Todd Reirden made his return to the Pittsburgh Penguins at training camp on Monday.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed college free agent defenseman Josh Maniscalco (man-niss-cal-COH) to a three-year, entry-level contract.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled forward Joseph Blandisi from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins of the American Hockey League on an emergency basis, it was announced on Saturday.
There are certain dates that are nearly impossible to forget - Valentine's Day on February 14; Halloween on October 31; Christmas on December 25; and Sidney Crosby's birthday on August 7.