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Pucks N’at Podcast @pucksnatpod.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

New episode dropped yesterday! Kelsey and Hunter discuss the early going of the #LetsGoPens season, the greatness of Ben Kindel, Sidney Crosby, line combination discourse, n'at. @thehockeynews.bsky.social Watch: youtu.be/orQ7kUPue-A?... Listen: spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/XXQf0zkF66b

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 3h

Give it a listen if you haven't!

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 18h

"We knew we needed to respond." After three bad losses in a row, the #LetsGoPens delivered a complete effort in a 2-1 shootout win over the formidable Dallas Stars Saturday. More on a big win early in the season ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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Takeaways: Penguins Deliver Complete Effort In 2-1 Shootout Win Over Dallas Stars To Snap Three-Game Skid

The Pittsburgh Penguins brought their A-game against one of the league's best teams Saturday to get back in the win column.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 23h

71 is shot out of a cannon tonight.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

The #LetsGoPens delivered a rotten effort for 40 minutes Friday in a 3-2 loss to the Blue Jackets. But a huge positive was the performance of their rookie goaltender, who singlehandedly earned them a point and looks like the real deal ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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Takeaways: Murashov Bright Spot Against Blue Jackets In Penguins' Third-Straight Loss

The Pittsburgh Penguins brought their worst in a 3-2 shootout loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday. but their rookie goaltender almost singlehandedly earned them a point.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

"I feel more confident." After signing a shocking eight-year deal this summer, #LetsGoPens forward Ville Koivunen is off to a solid start this season. And he looks the part of an NHL player this time around ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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'I Feel Pretty Good Right Now': Penguins' Koivunen Building Confidence In Season's Earlygoing

Pittsburgh Penguins' forward Ville Koivunen signed an unexpected eight-year, $32 million contract this summer and has looked good early this season.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

The #LetsGoPens dropped their second straight, losing 5-3 to the Caps in a sloppy, disjointed effort. It's only game four. But there are a few things that the team should consider ahead of a back-to-back this weekend. Some takeaways ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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Takeaways: Mistakes Difference In Penguins' 5-3 Loss To Capitals

A turnover-heavy effort ultimately doomed the Pittsburgh Penguins Wednesday as they fell to 2-2 on the season.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

The imminent return of #LetsGoPens forward Bryan Rust means tough roster decisions. It shows that, while roster competition is good, having too many guys worthy of spots means performance can't be justly rewarded. And that's a problem. @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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Depth Is Good, But Too Much 'Depth' Becoming Problem For Penguins

The Penguins could, potentially, face a tough roster decision prior to Wednesday's game against the Washington Capitals if Bryan Rust is ready to go.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

No #LetsGoPens on waivers today. So, that means one of three things: Rust will not play tomorrow, someone will be designated injured and/or non-roster, or a trade will be made before tomorrow night's game. Stay tuned.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Keep an eye on waivers today for the #LetsGoPens Bryan Rust was a full participant in practice, and unless someone is placed on IR or traded before 2pm, someone will have to go on waivers in order for him to be activated. Given line rushes/PP groups, it's probably not Koivunen.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

It wasn't a pretty loss for the #LetsGoPens Monday, but it's only game three of 84 - and their rookie goaltender (and team philosopher) showed some flashes of brilliance. More from this one ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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Takeaways: Penguins Fall Flat In 3-2 Loss To Jets

The Pittsburgh Penguins lost their first game of the 2026-27 season Monday in a sluggish effort.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

I asked #LetsGoPens goaltender Sergei Murashov, who had an outstanding AHL playoff run last season, just how big the jump to NHL speed is for a goaltender: "Puck's the same size, net's the same size."

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Murashov has been excellent in this first period. He got himself in trouble after trying to play the puck, and he still was able to bail himself out. Made it look easy, too. Jets have turned it on in the last several minutes. The rookie has been up to the challenge.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Tie game with 44 seconds left. Demidov. 5-5. Oh, boy.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

According to @FriedgeHNIC, Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson prefers to be traded out of Detroit. And he could be the perfect trade target for the #LetsGoPens Some reading for you during the TV timeout ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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Does Red Wings' Young Defenseman Make Sense For Penguins?

The Pittsburgh Penguins want to be harder to play against defensively - and the Detroit Red Wings may have a perfect trade target.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Not sure Chinakhov being down low on the second power play unit is the best usage for his biggest strengths (a blazing 90-mph wrist shot).

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

What a snipe by... Declan Carlile... who cut to the slot and rifled one past Dobes on one leg. The #LetsGoPens go up, 2-1, in the opening minute of the second period.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

#LetsGoPens defenseman Kaedan Korczak blocked a shot with his foot and headed down the runway after initially going back to the bench.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Andrei Kuzmenko, who tragically lost his father in a bear attack Sept. 24 and is in the lineup for the first time this season, is in the starting lineup with Crosby, Malkin, Letang, and Karlsson. Really awesome stuff from the Penguins.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Koivunen is the odd-man out tonight. Kind of a shame, as he played well enough to remain in the lineup. Good problem for the Penguins to have.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Ben Kindel and Blake Lizotte are on the ice for #LetsGoPens warm-ups.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

He said it was early in the game, and going to the net, his skate caught on the ice.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

#LetsGoPens center Ben Kindel said his injury was a re-aggravation of a previous injury, and it happened during the first pre-season game against Buffalo on a play around the net.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It looks like they're keeping that third line intact for now with Kindel back in the fold: Robertson-Crosby-Rakell Chinakhov-Novak-Malkin Hallander-Lapierre-Koivunen Dewar-Kindel-Soderblom/McGroarty Carlile-Karlsson van Riemsdyk-Letang Girard-Korczak (Gustafsson-Solovyov)

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Blake Lizotte is not practicing with the team. Lower-body injury, being evaluated. However, Ben Kindel is back in a regular jersey, and he's already scoring nasty goals in practice. #LetsGoPens

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Haha. We will have a realistic predictions piece in a bit. I'd say the most "underlined" one is probably the Kindel one. The blockbuster trade one is in italics 😃

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The Penguins play hockey today, so that means it's prediction time - and, for this round - BOLD prediction time! Here are 10 bold predictions for the #LetsGoPens in 2026-27 ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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10 Bold Penguins' Predictions For 2026-27

It is the eve of Pittsburgh Penguins'regular season hockey, which means another year of excitement, intrigue, and uncertainty awaits.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

I get to celebrate the Penguins' opener tomorrow with jury duty.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

#LetsGoPens captain Sidney Crosby's reaction to being asked what Egor Chinakhov brings to the top power play 😂 @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

According to the NHL's media site, the #LetsGoPens are beginning the regular season with the most players listed on injured reserve and/or non-roster with 10. The next-closest team is San Jose with eight, then Edmonton with seven.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

#LetsGoPens Egor Chinakhov on his mindset as he joins the first power play unit: "Just keep shooting. As always." (With a chuckle).

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

"That's just part of where I was at." I sat down with ex #Leafs and new #LetsGoPens F Nick Robertson to discuss his time in Toronto, his trade request two years ago and his transition to a Pens' team with opportunity for him to thrive. @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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'I Enjoyed My Time There': Nick Robertson Reflects On Time In Toronto, Talks Transition To Penguins

In this exclusive feature, ex-Maple Leafs forward and new Pittsburgh Penguin Nick Robertson discusses his time in Toronto and the excitement of a new opportunity.

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

"It's a very pivotal season for the group." #LetsGoPens GM/POHO Kyle Dubas was in an unusually revelatory mood during his season-opening presser Monday, as his words said a lot about where he believes the team is at. Three takeaways ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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'It's A Very Pivotal Season For The Group': 3 Takeaways From Kyle Dubas's Season-Opening Press Conference

Penguins' general manager and president of hockey operations Kyle Dubas spoke with Pittsburgh media on Monday about expectations for the season, making some pretty bold statements

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

"...to be involved and when not to. And that takes time. I’ve been very pleased with the progress and that he could carry that into camp. I thought he had a good camp - I thought he actually had a really good camp - but, it’s a numbers game, too. So, that’s where we’re at.” (2/2)

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

#LetsGoPens head coach Dan Muse on D Harrison Brunicke's camp: "I really saw a more mature game from him. And it’s not saying he was immature, I think it’s just learning pro hockey. It’s learning the things that, maybe, go into it of when to pick your spots and when..." (1/2)

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

#LetsGoPens goaltender Sergei Murashov on being one of the last two goaltenders in camp and, presumably, making the NHL roster: "It's just a nice feeling that all the work has been paid off." @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

#LetsGoPens lines and pairings with Blake Lizotte back in the mix (despite being placed on IR): Robertson-Crosby-Rakell Chinakhov-Novak-Malkin Hallander-Lapierre-Koivunen Dewar-Lizotte-Soderblom (McGroarty) Carlile-Karlsson Girard-Korczak TVR-Letang Solovyov-(Gustafsson)

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Well, the #LetsGoPens pre-season officially concluded with another win against the Buffalo Sabres. Some thoughts on the win as well as some standouts ahead of final roster cuts ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social #NHL thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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Pre-season: Penguins Defeat Sabres, 3-1, To Close Out Pre-season With Split

Pittsburgh defeated Buffalo for the second time this pre-season to close out their schedule prior to the regular season

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

To many, the most logical move for #LetsGoPens top defensive prospect Harrison Brunicke is some AHL runway with regular top-pairing minutes. But one uncertain situation could make that decision more complicated than you might think ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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Whether The Penguins Keep Harrison Brunicke On NHL Roster May Come Down To One Thing

Pittsburgh faces a tough decision regarding their top defensive prospect as the pre-season comes to a close - and it could have a lot do with the uncertainty involving No. 1 defenseman Erik Karlsson

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Raise one (half-price) up one last time, yinz ✌️

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#LetsGoPens head coach Dan Muse on forward Bill Zonnon remaining in NHL camp up to this point: "He's got speed, he's the got the ability to make plays, I think he's got the ability to impact the game offensively and, through his work and tenacity, to impact it defensively."

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#LetsGoPens head coach Dan Muse on Avery Hayes being sent to WBS: "He's a good young player. I think there are guys that, right now, are ahead... You've got to get it down to numbers and other guys that have played better or we feel like, right now, are going to be a better fit."

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

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Kelsey Surmacz @kelseysurmacz4.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

There is one #LetsGoPens player who has earned a spot on this roster over others at his position. Owen Pickering is that player. He should be on the NHL roster Sept. 30, even if he's not. And it speaks to a larger issue ⬇️ @thehockeynews.bsky.social thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsbur...

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Opinion: Owen Pickering Has Earned His Way Onto This Penguins' Team — And He Needs To Be Rewarded

The Penguins are at a crossroads with some of the young players pushing for NHL roster spots, and they need to take some action

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