A season of change: Penguins activates after the 2005 lockout ended

TRENDINGMLB trade deadline gradesCollege Fantasy FootballSkubal defends tradeNFL training camp updatesPochettino returning to USMNTStory by PITTSBURGH - OCTOBER 15: (L-R) Mario Lemieux #66, head coach Eddie Olczyk, and Sidney Crosby #87 of the Pittsburgh Penguins look on from the bench during a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on October 15, 2005 at Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Lightning defeated the Pens 3-1. (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images) | Getty Images Jim RixnerTue, August 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM UTC·5 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesPenguins Roster Turnover: Who Succeeded, Who Flopped ElsewhereStable at the top with a swift undercurrent of change below. The Pittsburgh Penguins roster turnover has been remarkable since […] The post Penguins Roster Turnover: Who Succeeded, Who Flopped Elsewhere appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowPenguins’s Sidney Crosby To Reach Historic Milestone In 2027Throughout their history, the Pittsburgh Penguins have been fortunate to feature some of the greatest players in NHL history, from Mario Lemieux and Jaromir Jagr to Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin.The franchise has captured the Stanley Cup five times, beginning with its first championship in 1991. That victory marked the start of back-to-back titles, a […] The post Penguins’s Sidney Crosby To Reach Historic Milestone In 2027 appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYPenguins Q&A: Why No Trade? Mario’s Role & the Top ProspectWhy, there have been no NHL trades of note in weeks, and certainly no Pittsburgh Penguins trade chatter of note. […] The post Penguins Q&A: Why No Trade? Mario’s Role & the Top Prospect appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowAdvertisementAdvertisementMaple Leafs Land Major Sidney Crosby Ally In Significant AdditionIt’s only going to be a matter of time before the Pittsburgh Penguins have to get used to life without the likes of longtime captain Sidney Crosby, along with his fellow future Hall of Fame teammate Evgeni Malkin. Both players have only one season remaining on their respective contracts; Malkin was recently re-signed to a […] The post Maple Leafs Land Major Sidney Crosby Ally In Significant Addition appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY2026-27 Pittsburgh Penguins Player Projections: Rickard RakellRickard Rakell is still with the Pittsburgh Penguins, meaning it's time to look at how he projects for the upcoming season.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsSidney Crosby to Maple Leafs Possible After Surprising Hire?A surprising hire by the Toronto Maple Leafs could lead to a possibility of the club landing Sidney Crosby at some point. The post Sidney Crosby to Maple Leafs Possible After Surprising Hire? appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYFormer Panthers Team Consultant, Sidney Crosby's Trainer Joins Maple Leafs OrganizationAndy O'Brien, a former Florida Panthers team consultant, will be joining the Toronto Maple Leafs as the organization's strength and conditioning coach, joining a list of several intriguing moves the franchise has made this off-season.The Hockey News - Florida PanthersTop-20 Penguins' Prospects 2026, No. 20: Defenseman Continues To Make Steady ProgressLanding at No. 20 on the THN - Pittsburgh Penguins Top-20 Prospects List for 2026 is a defenseman whose growth last season lent to him rising up the ranks.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsPenguins Switching Prospects Tournament; Buffalo Showcase EndingSeveral years ago, the Pittsburgh Penguins elected not to be a full participant in the Prospects Challenge held annually at […] The post Penguins Switching Prospects Tournament; Buffalo Showcase Ending appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowTop-20 Penguins' Prospects 2026, No. 19: Forward Looking More Like Late-Round StealIt's officially another season, another prospects ranking for the Pittsburgh Penguins.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsBattle Of Pennsylvania Is Reignited And Could Clash For Final Playoff Spot In The NHL's Metropolitan DivisionThe NHL has had two Pennsylvania teams since 1967. And today, the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers are in very different places in their competitive cycles. What's a Flyers/Penguins rivalry going to look like this coming season?The Hockey NewsIslanders a possible trade match with the Penguins?Came across this little note, and since it is August, why not sink into it a little bit? We all know the Penguins are really weak on the left side of their defense, enter a division rival over on Long Island who happen to be stacked at the position to at least make a fun […]SB NationMaple Leafs Plan Has Side No One Is Talking AboutThere is a side to the Toronto Maple Leafs plan this offseason that no one is really talking about, resembling one notable past attempt. The post Maple Leafs Plan Has Side No One Is Talking About appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYNY Rangers Trade Pitch Lands Penguins 35-Goal Star WingerThe New York Rangers have undoubtedly had a busy offseason. The Blueshirts have brought in many new players this offseason as they look to turn things around during the 2026-27 season.While the Rangers have made several moves this offseason, it is fair to argue that they should not be done just yet. When looking at […] The post NY Rangers Trade Pitch Lands Penguins 35-Goal Star Winger appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY‘Really Good Hire’ — Former Maple Leafs Veteran Lauds Toronto’s Decision to Hire Sidney Crosby’s TrainerThe Toronto Maple Leafs have made another significant change during an eventful offseason, adding longtime performance specialist Andy O’Brien as the organization’s new head strength and conditioning coach. Best known as Sidney Crosby’s longtime trainer, O’Brien has built a reputation as one of the most respected figures in hockey performance and recovery.Pro Football NetworkA Roster Made Up Of Trades and Signings In JulyTwelve trades since July 1, and somehow you could ice a real team out of the names involved. Not a contender. But three lines, three pairs and a legitimate goaltending carousel, all built out of guys who packed a bag in July.The Hockey News - Edmonton OilersLeafs Hire Sidney Crosby's Secret WeaponJohn Chayka's latest move signals a smarter, more analytical Leafs front office built from the ground up.HockeyFeedDan’s Daily: Trade Rumors Cool; Makar Questions; Penguins FormerIt looks like we are settling in for a quiet, very quiet August as even the Minnesota Wild trade pushes […] The post Dan’s Daily: Trade Rumors Cool; Makar Questions; Penguins Former appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowBruins Roster Turnover: Where the 2022-23 Record-Setting Team Is TodayThe 2022-23 Boston Bruins set a league record with 65 wins. Only six players remain from that team just three […] The post Bruins Roster Turnover: Where the 2022-23 Record-Setting Team Is Today appeared first on Boston Hockey Now.Boston Hockey NowOilers Named Landing Spot For Young Forward From Former Rival ClubThe next two seasons are going to be critical in the history of the Edmonton Oilers, who missed out on their chance to advance to the Stanley Cup Final earlier this spring for what would have been a third straight campaign.Superstar captain Connor McDavid, already arguably the second best player in team history behind Wayne […] The post Oilers Named Landing Spot For Young Forward From Former Rival Club appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY