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Kelsey Surmacz
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Pittsburgh Penguins site editor and reporter for @TheHockeyNews 🏒

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Believe it or not, it has already been two decades of Sidney Crosby and the #LetsGoPens being synonymous.

And as much as Crosby has given to the Penguins and to Pittsburgh, the story still feels incomplete.

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It's Been Two Decades Of Sidney Crosby. For Pittsburgh, That's Not Enough.
On July 22, 2005, a singular lottery ball changed the course of the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins">Pittsburgh Penguins</a>' franchise - and the course of hockey - forever.
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The #LetsGoPens put forth a dominant, much-needed effort against the Flyers in a 5-1 win Monday.

And there was certainly a lot of credit to go around in this one.

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Takeaways: Penguins Put Forth Dominant Effort In 5-1 Win Over Flyers
For the first time in weeks, it felt like a winning result for the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins/">Pittsburgh Penguins</a> was never really in doubt throughout the game.&n...
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December 2, 2025 at 5:01 AM
Really good win for the #LetsGoPens tonight. 5-1 is the final score.

Jarry was phenomenal, the kids are alright, and Sidney Crosby still owns the Philadelphia Flyers.
December 2, 2025 at 2:52 AM
There are a lot of #LetsGoPens prospects putting together solid 2025-26 campaigns.

Here is our forward prospects update for the month of November ⬇️

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November Penguins' Prospects Update: Forwards
It's a new season, and&nbsp;<a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins">Pittsburgh Penguins</a>' prospects are off to a pretty good start this season.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:02 AM
Still have something nasty that's been ailing me since Wednesday, so I won't be at the game tonight.

I'll still have some post-game notes and a recap for you tonight. Just no live coverage, unfortunately ☹️

Stay safe and well out there, friends.
November 29, 2025 at 10:21 PM
This Thanksgiving, the #LetsGoPens have a lot to celebrate, including being in a playoff position at this point in the season.

Here are five other things they should be thankful for ⬇️

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5 Things The Penguins Should Be Thankful For
American Thanksgiving is upon us, and that means <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins/latest-news/penguins-have-passed-the-thanksgiving-benchmark">folks start talking benchmarks<...
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November 28, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Happy Thanksgiving, #LetsGoPens fans, to all who celebrate.

And, on that note, the Penguins themselves have a lot to celebrate this season.

Here are five things they should ne thankful for ⬇️

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5 Things The Penguins Should Be Thankful For
American Thanksgiving is upon us, and that means <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins/latest-news/penguins-have-passed-the-thanksgiving-benchmark">folks start talking benchmarks<...
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November 27, 2025 at 9:16 PM
It was a big win for the #LetsGoPens last night, as they find themselves in a playoff position at the Thanksgiving break and are getting healthier.

And their goaltender was the main reason for the win.

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Takeaways: Jarry Steals Show In Return To Lineup, Pens Hold On To Beat Sabres, 4-2
There were several firsts on Wednesday for the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins/">Pittsburgh Penguins</a> when they took on the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/buffalo...
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November 27, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Lots of little tidbits from #LetsGoPens practice today, including updates on some injured players, roster moves, the youth movement, and more ⬇️

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Penguins' Notebook: Two Players Return In Full Capacity, Shootouts Practiced (Again)
Little by little, the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins">Pittsburgh Penguins</a> are getting healthier and healthier.&nbsp;
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November 25, 2025 at 9:07 PM
"It's a lot of fun to play with him."

On Tuesday, it was confirmed that #LetsGoPens C Tristan Broz will make his NHL debut Wednesday against the Buffalo Sabres.

And he may get to do so next to a few familiar faces.

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'He's A Great Player': Tristan Broz Confirmed To Make NHL Debut Wednesday Against Buffalo Sabres
Pittsburgh Penguins' forward prospect Tristan Broz will make his NHL debut against the Buffalo Sabres On Wednesday
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November 25, 2025 at 7:45 PM
#LetsGoPens teenage top defensive prospect Harrison Brunicke has been loaned to the AHL on conditioning.

And it's a great opportunity for him to reset.

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Penguins Loan Top Defensive Prospect Harrison Brunicke To AHL
The Pittsburgh Penguins are giving teenage top defensive prospect Harrison Brunicke a chance to reset at the AHL level with a conditioning loan.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:30 PM
The #LetsGoPens have only won two of nine games in November, are out of playoff position, and have pressing injury deficits.

If they're going to try to stop the bleeding, it's worth giving some young talent in WBS a look.

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It's Time For Penguins To Pull Trigger On Youth Talent
With a <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins/latest-news/takeaways-penguins-lose-heartbreaker-to-seattle-kraken-fall-out-of-playoff-position">2-1 overtime loss to the Seattle Krak...
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November 24, 2025 at 2:34 PM
"I did everything I could to have that kind of start."

#LetsGoPens winger Anthony Mantha is currently on a 31-goal, 55-point pace, which would both be career-highs for him.

On what's behind his hot start with the Penguins ⬇️

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New Penguins' Winger On Pace For Career-Highs This Season
One year ago, right wing Anthony Mantha tore his ACL on a freak kind of play as a member of the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/calgary-flames">Calgary Flames</a>.&nbsp;
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November 24, 2025 at 1:40 AM
The #LetsGoPens are 2-4-3 in their last nine. Their injury situation is reaching a breaking point. They have fallen out of a playoff spot.

And after a 3-2 OT loss to Seattle, it's time to pull the trigger on some roster changes.

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Takeaways: Penguins Lose Heartbreaker To Seattle Kraken, Fall Out Of Playoff Position
After a <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins/latest-news/takeaways-penguins-no-show-in-5-0-loss-to-minnesota-wild">disappointing effort in a 5-0 loss to the Minnesota Wild</a> on...
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November 23, 2025 at 5:28 AM
Well, that was a stinker.

Here are some takeaways from Friday's no-show #LetsGoPens loss to the Minnesota Wild, including some good quotes by Ryan Shea, a bit of lineup talk, and suggesting a one-game rest for someone.

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Takeaways: Penguins No-Show In 5-0 Loss To Minnesota Wild
Well, there certainly wasn’t much to write home about in this one.&nbsp;
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November 22, 2025 at 4:04 AM
From NHL/AHL playoffs to Worlds, no stage has been too big for #LetsGoPens 24-year-old rookie goaltender Artūrs Šilovs.

Now, he is thriving with the Penguins - and will get the chance to represent his country at the highest level.

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For Pittsburgh Penguins' Olympic Goaltender Artūrs Šilovs, No Stage Is Too Big
Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Arturs Silovs - acquired from the Vancouver Canucks over the summer - has proven he can perform when the stakes are highest and will get another chance with Team Latvia ...
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November 20, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Tons of stuff from #LetsGoPens practice today, including some fun little tidbits, injury news, waiver wire news, and some quotes about the Harrison Brunicke situation ⬇️

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Penguins Notebook: Injured Players Skate, Vibes High To Close Out Practice
After an optional practice Tuesday, the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins">Pittsburgh Penguins</a> took to the ice Wednesday for a longer session that included everyone.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:38 PM
As mentioned the other day, #LetsGoPens 19-year-old defenseman Harrison Brunicke is now officially eligible to play in the AHL on a conditioning loan.

Here are the details ⬇️

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Penguins' Rookie Defenseman Eligible For AHL Stint
It has been exactly two weeks since <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins">Pittsburgh Penguins</a>' rookie defenseman Harrison Brunicke dressed for a game day.&nbsp;
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November 18, 2025 at 3:10 AM
The #LetsGoPens are off to a great start in the first month and a half of the 2025-26 season, and their special teams have played a huge part in it.

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Penguins' Special Teams Driving Bus For Hot Start
Nineteen games into the 2025-26 season, things are going pretty well for the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins">Pittsburgh Penguins</a>.&nbsp;
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November 18, 2025 at 2:05 AM
The #LetsGoPens got exactly the effort they needed in a 4-0 win against #Smashville to take home three out of four possible points in the #NHLGlobalSeries

And it was, in large part, thanks to their PK and their rookie netminder.

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Takeaways: Penguins Put Together Strong Response Game, Take Home 3 Of 4 Points In NHL Global Series
The Pittsburgh Penguins secured three out of four possible points at this weekend's NHL Global Series against the Nashville Predators - it couldn't have come at a better time.
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November 16, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Of note, this is #LetsGoPens rookie defenseman Harrison Brunicke's fifth consecutive NHL healthy scratch.

He is now eligible to be sent to the AHL on a five-game or 14-day maximum conditioning stint.

The WBS Pens play exactly five games within the next 14 days, and that's true thru this Friday.
November 16, 2025 at 2:59 PM
"It would be an exceptional dream come true."

Obviously, #LetsGoPens players are out to prove themselves for each other and the organization this season. But, for some, the 2026 Olympics are a big motivator, too.

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'It's Huge For Me': Olympics Big Motivating Factor For Penguins' Players This Season
The 2026 Olympic Games in Milano Cortina are a huge motivating factor for several Pittsburgh Penguins' players like Erik Karlsson, Rickard Rakell, and Bryan Rust - as well as for the entirety of the N...
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November 16, 2025 at 1:23 PM
ICYMI - #LetsGoPens forward prospect Rutger McGroarty didn't look a step behind in his season debut for the @WBSPenguins last night - and neither did goaltender Joel Blomqvist.

And WBS is now atop the AHL's Atlantic Division ⬇️

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Rutger McGroarty Shines In Return As WBS Penguins Complete Weekend Sweep
Saturday marked the return for one of the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins">Pittsburgh Penguins</a>' top forward prospects.&nbsp;
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November 16, 2025 at 1:17 PM
For the #NightOwls tonight:

When the #LetsGoPens return home from Sweden next week, they should highly consider calling on one of their top center prospects in Tristan Broz to help address their injury situation.

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It's Time For The Penguins To Call On A Top Forward Prospect
The Pittsburgh Penguins have a critical stretch of their season ahead and need the help of one of their top forward prospects to win hockey games
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November 15, 2025 at 5:41 AM
Unfortunately, injuries have exposed the lack of scoring depth on the #LetsGoPens roster.

And that showed in the first game of the #NHLGlobalSeries on Friday.

This and more, including what they can explore to address this issue ⬇️

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Takeaways: Penguins' Lack Of Injury Depth Exposed In 2-1 Loss To Predators During First Game Of Global Series
Despite all of the excitement and fanfare surrounding the start of the 2025-26 Global Series, Friday simply wasn't the night for the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins">Pittsbu...
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November 15, 2025 at 12:38 AM
We are a half hour from the start of the NHL #GlobalSeries between the #LetsGoPens and #Smashville

And, it might still be early - but the Penguins are entering one of their most crucial stretches of the season ⬇️

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Starting in Sweden, Penguins Must Win Upcoming Stretch Of Games
On Friday, the 2025-26 NHL Global Series kicks off.&nbsp;
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November 14, 2025 at 6:35 PM