Pittsburgh Penguins Training Camp Schedule
PITTSBURGH PENGUINS 2008 TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE Tuesday, Sept. 16 8-11am medicals, testing Wednesday, Sept. 17 9:00-10:00am practice group A 10:15-11:15am scrimmage РA vs. B 11:30am off-ice training Рgroup A 11:30-12:30pm practice group B 12:45pm off-ice training – group B
NHL: Hossa eyes Beantown in 09?
Detroit Red Wings forward Marian Hossa has arrived in Detroit and hinted to the Detroit media yesterday that he knows it is likely a one- and-done situation. Hossa was the most sought out free agent this past summer and Pittsburgh put all their efforts into re-signing the star forward. Hossa turned down a 9yr – $81 million offer from the Edmonton Oilers and a 7yr – $52 million offer from the Pittsburgh Penguins. Hossa eventually signed with the Detroit Red Wings, the team he was waiting on all summer to see what kind of offer they could make. Inside Pittsburgh Sports gives you some insight on which team is already being regarded among inner circles as the favorite to sign
The Latest Penguins Buzz
The Penguins are seven days away from the start of training camp and less than thirty days away from the drop of the puck. Inside Pittsburgh Sports gives you the latest on Jordan Staal and which defenseman could be out of the Penguins top 6.
NHL: Pens to unveil third jersey Monday September 15th?
I got a tip that the Penguins are unveiling their winter classic 3rd jerseys next Monday night at a press conference inside Mellon Arena. I’ll try to get confirmation in the morning.
NHL: O’Sullivan & Kings on verge of 4 year deal
According to a league source the LA Kings and center Patrick O‚ÄôSullivan are on the verge of agreeing to a 4 year deal.The deal is believed to be worth close to $4.25 million per season. Expect an official announcement later in the week. O’Sullivan was previously seeking up to $5 million per season.
NHL: Shanahan not on Ducks radar?
The Orange County Register reports Anaheim Ducks General Manager Brian Burke has denied a report from the New York Post that the Anaheim Ducks are pursuing Rangers forward Brendan Shanahan. The Rangers front office remains split on what to do with Shanahan but a source indicates the Rangers will make an offer in the $1.5 million range. Shanahan’s focus remains on New York but is seeking $2.25 Р$2.5 million per season. The St.Louis Blues have been keeping a close eye on the Shanahan situation. The Blues are believed to be prepared to offer Shanahan a contract in excess of $3 million per season. Sources indicate the New Jersey Devils are not interested despite what the New York Post is
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The Toronto Maple Leafs have shown a strong interest in a young Bruins forward. Could Phil Kessel be among the players being discussed?
11 days until the Penguins open Camp
Who will play with Sidney Crosby? Will Jordan Staal play wing or center? Who replaces Ryan Whitney? Does Janne Pesonen have the skill and toughness to play in the NHL? Are the Penguins looking to upgrade their top 6? Starting Wednesday September 17th, Inside Pittsburgh Sports brings you in-depth daily practice updates and the latest rumblings surrounding Penguins camp. Want to read the Latest Penguins Buzz throughout the season? Sign up for an Inside Access Membership Special offer until September 15th: Sign up today for a 1 year subscription for only $19.99. All viewers who sign up for the special offer will be locked in for a yearly fee of $19.99, if they choose to renew their membership. Prizes Inside
NHL: Wild pursuing Chris Drury?
The Minnesota Wild remain hopeful that the franchise will be able to sign Marian Gaborik to a long term extension but Wild GM Doug Riseborough is coming around to the idea that he may have to move his star winger. Gaborik remains non-committal and according to a source the Wild’s scouting staff has begun targeting potential players the Wild could get in return for Gaborik. A player the Wild have at the top of their wishlist plays in the Atlantic Division.
NHL: Babcock to split up Datsyuk and Zetterberg?
Detroit Red Wings head coach Mike Babcock tells the Detroit News that Pavel Datsyuk and Henrik Zetterberg will center the top two lines and won’t play together when the team is at full strength. Early indications are Pavel Datsyuk will center Marian Hossa and Henrik Zetterberg will center Johan Franzen. Source: Detroit News