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Why David Quinn was a perfect hire by the Pittsburgh Penguins

Kyle Dubas and the Pittsburgh Penguins announced officially that they have brought former San Jose Sharks head coach David Quinn to their coaching staff.

Penguins: Top 5 Prospects Who Could Crack The Roster

The Pittsburgh Penguins may not have one of the best prospect pools in the NHL, but they have been doing well at bolstering their pool in the past few years.

Penguins Make David Quinn Hire Official; Inside Scoop on Pens’ New Assistant

The Pittsburgh Penguins officially hired David Quinn to replace associate coach Todd Reirden Wednesday. As part of the announcement from Penguins president of hockey operations/GM Kyle Dubas, Quinn will oversee the defensem*n.

On this date in Penguins history: June 12 is a great day for Pittsburgh hockey

Two of the Penguins’ five Stanley Cup wins came on June 12. Today is a great day for hockey in Pittsburgh. June 12 is a special day for the Penguins’ organization as two of the team’s five Stanley Cup victories have fallen on that day.

On this date in Penguins history: Mario Lemieux wins his first major award

This is just one of the many big Pittsburgh Penguins events to happen on June 12. June 12 is one of the most important days in the history of the Pittsburgh Penguins franchise.

John Hynes Joins Sullivan’s Staff for 4 Nations Face-Off

There will be another Pittsburgh Penguins connection for the United States team staff at the 4 Nations Face-Off next year, as John Hynes on Tuesday was named an assistant coach.

Report: David Quinn to join Penguins coaching staff

A familiar face might be heading to the Steel City. According to Arthur Staple of The Athletic, former NHL head coach David Quinn will join Mike Sullivan and the Pittsburgh Penguins’ coaching staff.

Report: David Quinn Joining Penguins Coaching Staff, Mike Sullivan

Perhaps it’s a nod to David Quinn’s experience as the former head coach of the New York Rangers and San Jose Sharks. Perhaps it’s a nod to Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson, who won the 2023 Norris Trophy while playing for Quinn in San Jose.

On this date in Penguins history: Matt Murray, Patric Hornqvist clinch the 2017 Cup for Pittsburgh

It was the second straight shutout for Murray and Hornqvist scored the Cup-winning goal against his former team. Seven years ago today, the Penguins won their second straight Stanley Cup and fifth in franchise history with a shutout win on the road in Game 6 against the Nashville Predators.

On this date in Penguins history: Eddie Olczyk is named head coach

A new voice for this new X Generation. While June 11 has historically been kind to the Pittsburgh Penguins, there was once a time when the sun did not shine favorably for the black and gold flightless birds.

Penguins’ Amanda Kessel Drafted or Becoming PWHL GM?

The call to play professional hockey captured Amanda Kessel. Or did her front-office training as special assistant to the president of the Pittsburgh Penguins land her a front-office role in the increasingly popular Professional Women’s Hockey League?

Kessel selected by Montreal in PWHL draft, Penguins 'supportive'

When Amanda Kesselfirst joined the Penguins' executive management program in 2022, she made clear that she wasn't retired as a player. "I knew someday my playing career would come to an end," she said.

Penguins Looking to Trade Forward Reilly Smith

Veteran forward Reilly Smith was acquired by the Pittsburgh Penguins from the Vegas Golden Knights last season in Vegas’ effort to clear cap space. The move was seen as a way for the Penguins to replace winger Jason Zucker, who left in free agency.

The NHL Draft is not only an inexact science; sometimes, it’s more of a guessing game. Selecting 18-year-olds who sometimes are still growing is much a different task than the NFL Draft and choosing from young men who have cleared the last stages of puberty and are old enough to order alcohol in the United States.

Dan on TV: What Should Penguins Do with Extra Cap Space?

(WPXI) — Less yelling, more arguing. The WXPI Final Word show featured one current Pittsburgh Penguins beat writer, one former beat writer, and a football expert.

Looking at the Penguins’ salary cap situation in 2024-25 and beyond

The cap is finally going up, but how will Kyle Dubas and the Pens choose to manage it? The NHL’s salary cap, calculated off revenue splits, has finally recovered from the pandemic years.

Penguins’ Kyle Dubas reveals key objective in Sidney Crosby contract talks

Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas is currently taking in the NHL Draft Combine. He does not have a first-round pick in the 2024 NHL Draft at this time, but that could certainly change at some point.

Penguins Need to Part Ways With Reilly Smith

The Pittsburgh Penguins showed glimpses of potential throughout the season but in the end, they fell short of the postseason for the second year in a row.

NHL Rumours: Pittsburgh Penguins A Long-Shot on Reunion with Forward

It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re on the eve of the Stanley Cup Final, but there’s plenty to hash out in the hot stove. Teams are looking to improve their rosters this off-season.

Penguins Start Offseason Moves by Re-Signing Valtteri Puustinen

The Pittsburgh Penguins are once again watching the Stanley Cup Playoffs from their living rooms after missing the postseason for the second year in a row.

Penguins insider addresses if Mike Sullivan considered joining Devils

Under Sullivan, the Penguins were responsible for what was the longest active playoff streak in North American sports before last spring.