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The Market Is Set For The Penguins To Re-Sign Jake Guentzel

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Penguins To Go, Nick discusses which player set the market for Jake Guentzel's contract extension, and what the Guentzel negotiatio...

Penguins Top Line Inspires Hope For Next Season

06 Jun 2023

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In this episode, the Nick Brlansky discusses the latest front office news for the Pittsburgh Penguins and why the team's top line should inspire hope ...

One Helle Of A Trade Target

05 Jun 2023

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On this episode of Penguins To Go, Nick discusses one of the top goaltending trade targets on the block this summer and why the Penguins may not be th...

Penguins Hire Kyle Dubas As President Of Hockey Ops

02 Jun 2023

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In this episode, the Nick's react to the Pittsburgh Penguins naming Kyle Dubas as their new President of Hockey Operations and his opening press confe...

Which Penguins Are Trade Bait This Summer?

01 Jun 2023

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In this episode, the Nick's build the Pittsburgh Penguins trade board for this summer and discuss which names should be on their way out if a trade pa...

The Penguins Have More Questions Than Answers In Net

31 May 2023

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This episode concludes the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins player reviews. Nick breaks down the Penguins questions at the goaltender position and why Case...

Penguins Await Kyle Dubas' Decision

30 May 2023

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In this episode, the Nick's discuss the latest updates for the Pittsburgh Penguins general manager search. Tune In!! Topics Include: (1:13) Penguins ...

PO Joseph Puts A Stamp On His Rookie Season

29 May 2023

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This episode continues the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins player reviews. Nick continues his reviews by discussing Jan Rutta and Gold-Medalist PO Joseph....

Marcus Pettersson Found Stability With Penguins Last Season

26 May 2023

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This episode continues the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins player reviews. Nick continues his reviews by discussing Jeff Petry and Marcus Pettersson. Tune...

Pittsburgh Penguins Executives Exposed

25 May 2023

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In this episode, the Nick's discuss the bombshell piece by Josh Yohe and Rob Rossi of The Athletic detailing the downfall of the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Pe...

Penguins Need A New Top Defense Pairing

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode continues the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins player reviews. Nick continues his reviews by discussing their top defense pairing of Brian Dum...

Dubas Delays Penguins General Manager Search

23 May 2023

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In this episode, the Nick's discuss the latest news surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins general manager search now that Kyle Dubas' hat has been throw...

The Penguins Need To Restock Their Depth At Right Wing

22 May 2023

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This episode continues the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins player reviews. Nick continues his reviews by discussing right wings Josh Archibald and Mikael ...

Did Danton Heinen Or Drew O'Connor Earn A Spot With The Penguins Next Season?

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode continues the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins player reviews. Nick continues his reviews by breaking down the seasons of Danton Heinen and Dr...

Penguins Narrowing Down GM Search

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins general manager search as they enter the second round of interviews for the vacant positio...

Penguins Bottom Six Centers Swapped Spots In 2022

10 May 2023

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This episode continues the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins player reviews. Nick continues his reviews by recapping the seasons of bottom six centers Jeff ...

Penguins Stay Put Following The Draft Lottery

09 May 2023

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In this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins holding the 14th overall selection in the 2023 NHL Draft and check in on the emerging fan ...

Penguins' Rust And Rakell Evolved In Different Ways In 2022-23

08 May 2023

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This episode continues the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins player reviews. Nick continues his reviews by discussing Rickard Rakell and Bryan Rust's differ...

Guentzel And Zucker Surprised In Different Ways For The Penguins

03 May 2023

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This episode continues the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins player reviews. Nick continues his reviews by discussing Jake Guentzel's volatile year and Jaso...

Where Does Mike Sullivan Stand Heading Into Next Season?

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's look at Mike Sullivan's current status with the organization and discuss where his level of job security is heading into n...

Evgeni Malkin And Sidney Crosby Carried The Penguins This Season

01 May 2023

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This episode kicks off the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins player reviews. Nick starts out with the two big guns of the Penguins, Evgeni Malkin and Sidney...

Best And Worst Of The 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins Season

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's discuss the best and worst of the 2022-23 Pittsburgh Penguins season. Tune In!! Topics Include: (1:00) Best And Worst Gam...

The Penguins Young Guns Need To Step Up

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins have many lineup spots to fill this offseason, and while they will likely find some answers on the free agent and trade market...

Which Penguins Deserve A New Contract This Summer?

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's play Must Sign, Maybe Sign, Move On to discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins upcoming free agents and which ones deserve a new c...

John Gibson Is Not Worth A Top Winger From The Penguins

24 Apr 2023

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The Pittsburgh Penguins will need to address their goaltending this summer, and John Gibson is already one of the top names connected to the Penguins....

Who Could Replace Brian Dumoulin Next Season?

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's open up the Pittsburgh Penguins mailbag and answer some of the listener questions that YOU all submitted. Tune In!! Topics...

Fixing The Penguins Defense Starts By Trading Jeff Petry

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins defense took several steps back during the 2022-23 season, and Nick Brlansky discusses how a retooling of that unit this summe...

Penguins Top Priorities Entering The Offseason

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's discuss the latest rumors surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins GM search. They also rank the Penguins top priorities headin...

Best And Worst Of The Ron Hextall Era In Pittsburgh

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On Friday, the Pittsburgh Penguins fired general manager Ron Hextall, AGM Chris Pryor, and POHO Brian Burke. Nick Brlansky looks at Hextall's tenure w...

(BONUS) Pittsburgh Penguins Fire GM Ron Hextall

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins firing of general manager Ron Hextall, President of Hockey ops Brian Burke, and assistant ...

The Penguins Season Is Over, Now What?

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins season has officially come to a close and with it begins an important offseason. Nick Brlansky runs through the biggest storyl...

Penguins Eliminated From Playoff Contention

13 Apr 2023

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In this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins being eliminated from playoff contention for the first time since 2006 and what the fallou...

Another Terrible Tuesday Could Cost The Penguins

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins continued their trend of failing to show up for Tuesday games, falling to the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 on home ice. Nick Brlansk...

Penguins Back In The Driver's Seat

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's break down the Pittsburgh Penguins playoff scenarios as the final week of the regular season continues. Tune In!! Topics I...

Penguins Need The Playoffs To Answer Goaltending Questions

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins are going to have decisions to make this summer regarding their starting goaltender, but unfortunately the two remaining regul...

Two Players The Penguins Can Build Around In The Bottom-Six

08 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins have had a bottom-six issue all season, and it feels like that unit must be reconstructed this summer. But two players on that...

Penguins Keep Pace In Playoff Race

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins kept pace in the Eastern Conference playoff race on Thursday with an important 4-1 win over the Minnesota Wild. Nick Brlansky ...

The Penguins Need More From Sidney Crosby

06 Apr 2023

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In this episode, the Nick's preview the final week of the Pittsburgh Penguins season and what they need to push back into the playoffs. Tune In!! Topi...

Penguins Dealt A Massive Blow To Playoff Hopes

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins suffered a massive loss to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday evening, knocking them out of a playoff spot with just four games ...

The Penguins Power Play Must Step Up Down The Stretch

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's break down the Eastern Conference playoff race and what the Pittsburgh Penguins will need to do in order to punch their ti...

Kris Letang To Join Crosby And Malkin In Penguins History

31 Mar 2023

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Kris Letang's next milestone will further cement himself in Pittsburgh Penguins history alongside Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. Tune in! Your daily...

It's Now Or Never For Tristan Jarry

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's discuss the importance of the final two weeks for Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Tristan Jarry, and why it may be his last...

One Thing You Can Hold Against The Penguins Core

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins core three of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang have been terrific this season, but there is one key thing that yo...

Jeff Petry's Return Brings Stability To Penguins Blue Line

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's discuss the potential return of Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Jeff Petry as the team heads to Detroit. Tune In!! Topics I...

The Penguins Are Ready For Playoff Hockey

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins have struggled to find consistency all season long, but their performance over the past three games has shown that they might ...

BONUS: Pittsburgh Penguins Playoff Push Update

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins have reached the final ten games of the season and are in a dogfight for one of the two remaining playoff spots in the NHL's E...

The Penguins Must Separate The Houdini Brothers

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins have gotten more consistent play from their bottom six in recent weeks, but two of their players are providing next to no impa...

Sidney Crosby Continues To Carry The Penguins

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's discuss Sidney Crosby's continued impressive performance and how he is almost single handedly carrying the Pittsburgh Peng...

How Liable is Mike Sullivan For The Penguins Struggles?

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins might have to fight up until the final game of the season to qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. While plenty of blame has b...

Penguins Fall Behind Panthers For Final Playoff Spot

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins defensive depth being tested and falling out of a playoff spot with three weeks to go. Tun...

Penguins Should Follow Devils Blueprint For Goaltending

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins must address the goaltending position this summer and the blueprint has already been written by the New Jersey Devils. Tune in...

BONUS: Have The Penguins Turned The Corner In Recent Weeks? (Featuring: Hunter Hodies)

17 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's are joined by Hunter Hodies of the Locked On Penguins Podcast to discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins as they head towards the ...

Penguins Have The Talent To Contend

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss whether or not they believe the Pittsburgh Penguins have the talent to contend when the calendar turns to April. T...

Penguins Must Face The Music With Jeff Carter

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins have given more than enough time to Jeff Carter to turn his season around, but it's time they faced the music and started depl...

Mike Sullivan's Line Shuffling Is Paying Off

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss Jason Zucker's red hot run through the past two weeks, and the new look bottom six for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Tu...

Kris Letang Deserves The Masterton and More

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kris Letang has suffered unconceivable pain on and off the ice this season, but the Pittsburgh Penguins franchise defenseman has pushed through it and...

A Pivotal Week For Penguins Playoff Positioning

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the three new Pittsburgh Penguins and their effect on this roster. Tune In!! Topics Include: Positives and Negati...

Jason Zucker Is Pricing Himself Out Of Pittsburgh

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins are benefiting from Jason Zucker's terrific season, but could the top six winger be pricing himself out of Pittsburgh? Tune in...

Dmitry Kulikov Set To Debut With The Penguins

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss Dmitry Kulikov's upcoming debut with the Pittsburgh Penguins, and how the defense core is set to change after the ...

Sweeping Changes Needed For Penguins Power Play

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins have one of the worst road power play units in the NHL and it's time for them to make some significant changes. Tune in! Your ...

(BONUS) Trade Deadline Recap: Penguins Acquire Bonino & Kulikov

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins made two trades on deadline day, acquiring Nick Bonino from the San Jose Sharks and Dmitry Kulikov from the Anaheim Ducks. Nic...

Mikael Granlund Impresses In Penguins Debut

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Mikael Granlund acquisition was met with a lot of negativity around the Pittsburgh Penguins fanbase, but much of it was not because of the actual ...

Ron Hextall's Master Plan For The Penguins

02 Mar 2023

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On this episode, the Nick's discuss all of the moves made by Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Ron Hextall and where they leave this team moving for...

Trade Deadline Talk (Featuring: Rob Rossi of The Athletic)

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's are joined by Rob Rossi of The Athletic to discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins as they head towards the Trade Deadline on Marc...

Trade Deadline Targets Remaining For The Penguins

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the remaining targets for the Pittsburgh Penguins ahead of the 2023 NHL Trade Deadline on Friday. Tune In!! Topics...

Big Game Bryan Rust Is Back

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins haven't gotten the best of Bryan Rust up to this point in the season, but two massive performances over the weekend could sign...

Where Do The Penguins Go From Here?

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins suffered an embarrassing 7-2 defeat at the hands of the Edmonton Oilers at PPG Paints Arena last night, making four straight l...

Third Line Remains Intact At Penguins Practice

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins decision to continue to run the same forward lineup through practice this week, and how th...

Penguins Heading Towards Another Defensive Overhaul

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins defense has struggled to meet expectations this season and now one of their newest pieces already finds himself on the trade b...

Penguins Falter In Tristan Jarry's Return

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins fell 4-2 to the New York Islanders in Tristan Jarry's return. Nick explains why this game should actually give Penguins fans s...

What Is The Penguins Ceiling This Season?

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins current roster and where their ceiling is for the remainder of the 2022-23 season. Tune In...

Ranking The Penguins Needs By Position

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're just 17 days away from the NHL Trade Deadline and Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Ron Hextall has plenty of holes to fill on this roster. On...

Sidney Crosby Gets Crazy In Cali

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby and his interesting weekend in Southern California. Tune In!! Topics Inc...

The Penguins Must Get Involved In The Eastern Conference Arms Race

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The NHL is closing in on the annual trade deadline, but the Eastern Conference is already beginning to make moves. With the Rangers and Islanders acqu...

Deploying Two Fourth Lines

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins bottom six and why they are bereft of a third line entirely. Tune In!! Topics Include: Pe...

A Goaltender Changes Everything

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins stole two points over the Colorado Avalanche last night in overtime. While the heroics of Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin are im...

Pros And Cons Of A Brock Boeser Trade

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins are looking to add at the Trade Deadline and Brock Boeser's name has appeared as a potential fit for the Pens. Nick dives into...

Penguins Back From The All-Star Break

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's catch you up on all of the latest news surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins as they return to the ice following the NHL All...

The Penguins Are Closer To A Championship Than A Rebuild

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins sit in a precarious position in the Eastern Conference standings, but host Nick Brlansky believes they are still closer to rai...

Are Changes Actually Coming For The Penguins?

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins need to make changes sooner rather than later, and why the rumored fit with Thatcher Demko...

Bryan Rust Delivering In Different Ways

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bryan Rust may not be having his usual goal scoring season for the Pittsburgh Penguins, but he is still delivering for them in other areas. Tune in! Y...

Potential Goaltending Trade Targets

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins goaltending issues and whether or not trading for a backup goalie should be on the top of ...

The Penguins Lack Of Physicality Is A Problem

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins play a different style of hockey than the Washington Capitals and that was on display on Thursday evening. While the Penguins ...

Figuring Out The Fourth Line

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins fourth line and whether or not they have something figured out, as well as what the Pengui...

A Storybook Ending To A Grim Game

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins escaped Tuesday with a 7-6 win over the Florida Panthers despite losing starting goalie Tristan Jarry before warmups. Nick bre...

Penguins Have Found Their Top Pairing

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins are getting healthier on the blue line. But despite missing a few pieces, they have already found their new top pairing. Tune ...

Penguins Struggling To Finish Late In Games

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins late game mishaps and why they struggle late in games and in overtime. Tune In!! Topics In...

Pittsburgh Penguins Midseason Grades

19 Jan 2023

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On this episode, the Nick's hand out their midseason grades for a handful of the Pittsburgh Penguins. Tune In!! Topics Include: Jason Zucker is Feeli...

Danton Heinen Is Done In Pittsburgh

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Danton Heinen has been wholly unproductive for the Pittsburgh Penguins this season and his time with the organization appears to be nearing its end. T...

Positive Vibes Surround The Penguins On Monday

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Monday was a positive day for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Nick breaks down all of the news and the takeaways from Monday night's game against the Anaheim...

Is The Depth A Fixable Issue This Season?

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's break down the Pittsburgh Penguins biggest issue, the bottom six. They also look at ways Ron Hextall can improve the team'...

Penguins 1st Rounder Must Be On The Table

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins are in a dog fight for playoff positioning as the trade deadline begins to come into focus. With Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malk...

Pens Beginning To Trend Upward

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins trending in the right direction bot on the ice and on the injury report. Tune In!! Topics ...

Coin Flip Casey DeSmith

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This isn't the first time that Casey DeSmith has had to step in as the starting goaltender for the Pittsburgh Penguins. It could, however, be the last...

Ty Smith Playing As Advertised

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins knew what they were getting with Ty Smith, and are seeing him perform as advertised early on in his Penguins tenure. Tune in! ...

Back In The Win Column

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins putting an end to their six game losing streak against the Arizona Coyotes, as well as wha...

It's Time To Move Jake Guentzel

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pittsburgh Penguins top winger Jake Guentzel has struggled to score for over a month now. It's about time that he gets moved to a different line. Tune...

Decisions Looming For The Penguins

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins decisions coming up as they lose Tristan Jarry to injury and appear to have Jeff Petry ret...

The Downside To the Penguins Playing Style

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pittsburgh Penguins blew another lead in the 2023 Winter Classic on Monday. Is their playing style the reason they are struggling to hold third pe...

Penguins At The Winter Classic

02 Jan 2023

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On this episode, the Nick's discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins heading into the 2023 NHL Winter Classic. Tune In!! Topics Include: Penguins Effort Again...