Locked On Penguins - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Penguins

The Penguins got their sixth straight win on Thursday night with a big win over the New Jersey Devils. Hunter and Patrick begin the show recapping an extremely solid effort against the Devils (1:45). Despite a slow start, goaltender Stuart Skinner kept the Penguins in it, and then for the next 40 minutes, the Penguins took over the game. Thanks to big goals from the fourth line and Evgeni Malkin, the Penguins have now beaten every divisional opponent at least once. Then, the Penguins will be back in action this weekend, starting on Saturday against another struggling team, the Calgary Flames (12:55...

The Penguins have a golden opportunity to extend their winning streak to six games when the New Jersey Devils come to town! Patrick and Hunter begin the Thursday edition of the Locked On Penguins Podcast, discussing the struggling New Jersey Devils, who have lost six of their last 10 games and have been unable to generate much offense despite a very talented roster. They look for reasons why, if this is just a slump, or if the Devils are a flawed team. (0:00) Then, they talk about Villie Koivunen being reassigned to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins and how that is just...

Penguins star Evgeni Malkin has been practicing and is close to returning to the lineup! Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing the impending return of Evgeni Malkin to the lineup, and his brand-new linemates, as well as his “new” position (1:32). Then, the team announced on Wednesday that defenseman Harrison Brunicke will be returning to his junior team after he returned from the World Junior Championships (13:13). Is this the right move for his development, or should he have been back with the Penguins? Finally, it’s Wednesday, which means it’s time to hand out our MVPs of the week in...

The Penguins have played 41 games so far in the 2025-26 season, so it's time to hand out some midterm grades! Patrick and Hunter are taking a look back at the first half of the 2025-26 season and handing out some midterm grades for the roster, including the goaltending, some of the newcomers, and the rookies. (0:00) Then, they take the midterm grade focus off the ice and to the bench and the front office. How has the first season for Dan Muse been behind the bench, and how is Kyle Dubas doing in this phase of the rebuild? They answer...

The Penguins' winning streak is now at five games thanks to an incredible comeback against the Blue Jackets! Hunter and Patrick begin the show with the first victory of the weekend, an absolute defensive masterclass against the Detroit Red Wings (1:30). They look at the team’s whole body of work defensively, how Yegor Chinakhov scored his first goal as a Penguin (6:00), and so much more. Then, with their backs to the wall, the Penguins were able to erase a 4-1 deficit and turn it into a 5-4 overtime win against Columbus (11:40). The captain had another brilliant performance, and so di...

The Penguins were victorious on Thursday night in a wild victory against the Detroit Red Wings! Patrick and Hunter break down the Penguins' crazy victory over the Red Wings in overtime. Thanks to some heroics from Kris Letang, a great penalty kill, and some resilience, the Penguins find themselves on a three-game winning streak. (0:00) Then, it's time to have the big discussion about the officiating. On Thursday night, it was wildly inconsistent and nearly cost the Penguins the game. Along with that, they also preview the weekend back-to-back against the Red Wings on Saturday and then the Columbus Blue...

The Penguins will take on the Atlantic Division-leading Detroit Red Wings in the first game of a home and home series. Hunter and Patrick begin the New Year’s Day episode of Locked On Penguins taking a look at the first opponent on the schedule for the Penguins: the Detroit Red Wings (1:40). Detroit has overcome a miserable start to the season and has climbed all the way to the top of the Atlantic and their core players have been a big piece of that ascent. Then, they break down a few line changes (12:30) as well as talk about expectations fo...

The Penguins closed out 2025 with a dominant victory over the divisional rival Carolina Hurricanes, and it might have been their best of the year. Patrick and Hunter close out 2025 on a high note, the same way the Penguins did on Tuesday night when they dominated Carolina from start to finish. They begin with the overall team play of the Penguins, and how, across 60 minutes, they smothered the Hurricanes defensively and took the fight to them in the offensive zone. (0:00) Then, they look at the individual performances that carried the Penguins to victory. They include the likes of Justin Brazeau...

The Penguins acquired young forward Yegor Chinakhov from the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday! Hunter and Patrick break down the trade that saw the Penguins send two picks and forward Danton Heinen to Columbus in exchange for the 24-year-old forward (1:20). They also discuss if this was a bit of an overpayment for a struggling forward or if the cost is worth the risk. Then, the Penguins will welcome Metropolitan Division rival Carolina to PPG tonight for the first of their four matchups (12:10). They go over lineup notes, keys to victory, and more!

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The Penguins came roaring out of the holiday break with a MASSIVE 7-3 victory over Chicago on Sunday night! Hunter Hodies returns to the show, and he and Patrick Damp recap the Penguins' win over Chicago, Justin Brazeau's first career hat trick, and whether this will be a jumping-off point for the team as they get ready to head into the back half of the season. (0:00) Then, with two games played by Team Canada and Team USA, how are Penguins' prospects Harrison Brunicke and Wil Horcoff doing at the World Junior Championships? It may not come as a shock...

The Penguins are back in action after the holiday break on Sunday, and it's a matchup of two teams who are struggling badly right now. Patrick Damp is flying solo today, and he begins the show by taking a look at the Penguins and Blackhawks matchup this Sunday. Both teams find themselves in the midst of a serious slide - the Penguins have lost 9 of 10 and Chicago has lost 8 of 9, and injuries appear to be a big reason for both clubs. How can the Penguins get back in the win column and add to Chicago's misery? Simple, play the...

Despite playing a mostly solid game, the Penguins' defensive issues once again caused them to drop a game against Toronto. Patrick and Hunter begin the show discussing the Penguins' 6-3 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Penguins played a pretty solid game and were likely the better team throughout, but defensive miscues in the worst moments caused them to head into the break with another loss, making it their ninth loss in 10 games. (0:00) While the loss stings, it wasn't all negative. Rutger McGroarty played maybe his finest game in a Penguins uniform, and the Kid Line continued to...

The Penguins will play their final game before the Christmas break and have a chance to take advantage of a struggling Maple Leafs team. Patrick and Hunter begin the show by taking a look at the Toronto Maple Leafs and trying to answer the million-dollar question about them: What is wrong with them this season? The usual suspects are producing for the Leafs, including William Nylander, John Tavares, and Auston Matthews, but a lack of depth and poor special teams play have been their undoing. (0:00) Then, it's time to put the focus on the Penguins for this matinee game...

Sidney Crosby scored a goal and an assist to officially pass Mario Lemieux as the Penguins' all-time leader in points! Patrick and Hunter recap Sidney Crosby's two-point first period, giving him sole possession of the top spot as the franchise leader in career points! They talk about the goal, the assist, what Sidney Crosby means to the franchise and the game as a whole, and how that effort helped the Penguins break their eight-game losing skid. (0:00) Then, they recap the weekend split with the Montreal Canadiens, and while Saturday's 4-0 shutout loss wasn't their best effort, it helped set...

The Penguins' losing streak has reached seven games after a dud against the Ottawa Senators, so how can they bounce back? Patrick and Hunter begin the show recapping a 4-0 loss to the Ottawa Senators, where bad luck met bad effort, making the Penguins' losing streak hit seven games. They go over a couple of bad calls that went against the Penguins, but the blame lies more with a lack of jump right from the opening faceoff. Can they fix this? How, and who has to step up? (0:00) They'll get the chance to bounce back this weekend as they...

The Penguins are traveling with the dads this weekend and they’ll start the annual dad’s trip in Ottawa! Hunter and Patrick first take a look at the Ottawa Senators, a truly confusing team that looks like they should be better than they are, but are struggling as of late (1:40). They discuss why, who to watch, and what’s been the cause behind the Sens’ struggles. Then, they give their keys to victory for the Penguins (11:00), who needs to step up, some ideas to kick-start the power play, and more! Finally, with the news of the Hoffmann Family purchasi...

The long-awaited sale of the Pittsburgh Penguins has happened, as Fenway Sports Group has reportedly sold the team to the Hoffmann Family. Patrick and Hunter begin the show with their reaction to the reported $1.75 billion sale of the Penguins from FSG to the Hoffmann Family, what it could mean for the organization, and a look back at Fenway Sports Group's ownership of the team over the past couple of years. (0:00) Then, the Penguins were thoroughly dominated by Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night. They discuss what went wrong, how the Penguins can bounce back from their...

The Penguins will get a chance to bounce back from a disappointing weekend, and it’ll be against their old friend. Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing the lineup changes ahead of tonight’s game against the Edmonton Oilers (1:30), where Brett Kulak will slot in, and how Stuart Skinner is going right into the fire after the trade. Then, they take a look at the Oilers’ roster and how, as always, it’s Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl (12:45), and everyone else. Finally, the Penguins will head to Canada for a couple of games after tonight. They get you set for the...

The Penguins blew not one, but two multi-goal third-period leads this weekend, and they look absolutely broken, so can it be fixed? Patrick and Hunter are bringing you a different kind of Locked On Penguins show this Monday because the Penguins choked away a 5-1 lead to the San Jose Sharks and followed it up with choking away a 3-0 lead to the Utah Mammoth. The episode begins by exploring the question of what went wrong. Is it coaching, is it mental, is it talent? What is leading this team to surrender so many wins? (0:00) Then, it's time to...

Tristan Jarry and Sam Poulin were traded to the Edmonton Oilers on Friday morning in exchange for Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a second-round pick. Patrick and Hunter begin the Friday show, breaking down the big news of the day, the trade that sent goaltender Tristan Jarry and forward Sam Poulin to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for goaltender Stuart Skinner, defenseman Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick. While unexpected, Kyle Dubas did a solid job getting a good return for Jarry and getting his money off the books in exchange for usable assets. They also discuss what Skinner...

The Penguins welcome Montreal tonight, and for the fourth time in history, a Habs’ rookie goalie gets his first start. Hunter and Patrick begin the show by taking a look at Jacob Fowler, who joins Carey Price, Patrick Roy, and Ken Dryden as a Canadiens rookie goalie getting his first career start against Pittsburgh (3:15). They also discuss Montreal’s young, exciting lineup and who to keep an eye on. Then, the Penguins didn’t make many changes during morning skate, and that’s probably for the best (13:30). Even with the shootout losses, the Penguins are entirely in trust-the-process mode after in...

The Penguins once again surrendered a lead late in the third period and lost in a shootout, this time against the Anaheim Ducks. Patrick and Hunter begin the show with the good. The Penguins, for about 59 minutes and 43 seconds, played one of their best and most complete games of the season. They forechecked well, got scoring chances, saves, and defended their own zone and the neutral zone quite well. The Kid Line once again had a dominant performance - all good things, right? (0:00) Wrong. Then the Penguins surrendered a lead at the literal last possible second, causing them to...

The injury bug isn’t quite done with the Penguins, as they will be without the services of Evgeni Malkin and Blake Lizotte. Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing a very talented and young Anaheim Ducks team, which will be the Penguins’ first opponent on this five-game home stand (1:18). Despite all the talent and offensive firepower, there is an opening for the Penguins to cool off this red-hot Ducks team. Then, the injury bug is back and biting in Pittsburgh (11:00). The team announced that both Evgeni Malkin and Blake Lizotte have been placed on IR and are designated as w...

The Penguins' shootout woes persist, but getting five out of a possible six points on a tough road trip is cause for celebration. Patrick and Hunter begin the Monday episode discussing another shootout loss for the Penguins, this time against the Dallas Stars. Despite the loss, the Penguins still played one of their finer games of the season against a genuinely great team in Dallas. They go over the strong play of the fourth line, how the Kid Line continues to impress, and another big-timer performance from Tristan Jarry in net. (0:00) Speaking of Tristan Jarry, should he be in...

Did the Penguins deserve two points on Thursday night against the Lightning? Probably not, but they got them! Hunter and Patrick begin the show recapping an absolutely bonkers win over Tampa Bay, and they touch on all of it, from the review at the end of the game to the play of the Kid Line, Tristan Jarry turning in one of his finest performances to date, and everything in between. (0:00) Then, there's going to be no rest after a big win, because the Penguins have another huge test waiting when they take on the Dallas Stars on Sunday night...

The Pittsburgh Penguins will face their toughest test to date against a red-hot Tampa Bay Lightning squad. Patrick and Hunter begin the show by taking a look at a Tampa Bay team who has won 8 of their last 10 and 15 of their last 19 (2:06). They discuss how good their top six has been and how they're doing this without some key veterans in the lineup. How can the Penguins blunt their momentum? Then, the Penguins are getting healthier, but it might be a little while longer than expected. Kyle Dubas gave an extended update on Justin Brazeau and Noel Acciari on...

With the Pittsburgh Penguins on a short break, it's time to check in with what might be their top prospect! Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing the recent play of first-round pick Will Horcoff and how he continues to light up the NCAA (2:00). He also was named to the preliminary roster for Team USA at the World Junior Championships. Can he keep this up? How far away is he from potentially being NHL ready? Then, the Penguins are starting to get healthier as Justin Brazeau and Noel Acciari returned to practice on Wednesday (13:00). As the Penguins get healthier...

There are very few guarantees in life, but one of them is Sidney Crosby absolutely torturing the Philadelphia Flyers. Patrick and Hunter begin a victorious Tuesday episode by discussing Sidney Crosby once again torturing the Flyers faithful with a two-goal night en route to a 5-1 win over Philadelphia. Along with Crosby's two-goal performance, the Penguins also put together one of their best efforts of the season, getting contributions from the penalty kill, goaltending, and the defense. They break down all of that and what this victory means ahead of a nightmare December schedule. (0:00) Then, despite not getting on...

The Pittsburgh Penguins made a few roster moves ahead of the Turnpike Showdown in Philadelphia tonight! Hunter and Patrick begin the show recapping the weekend, where the Penguins got an overtime win over the Columbus Blue Jackets (2:00), and then were crushed by the Toronto Maple Leafs. They first recap the Penguins' first overtime win of the season, and how, despite a poor effort for about 40 minutes, they were able to battle back and get two points. A lot of that effort was thanks to a gritty performance from Bryan Rust (3:49) and another solid start from Tristan Jarry. Then, they...

The Penguins will have a chance to grab four huge points this weekend when they face the Columbus Blue Jackets and Toronto Maple Leafs. Patrick Damp is flying solo today as Hunter Hodies enjoys a much-needed day off this holiday weekend. Patrick begins the show, previewing the Friday night showdown with the Blue Jackets, a team that is reeling, having lost three straight and four of their last five. The Penguins need to take advantage of a team that is struggling, especially in their division. Tristan Jarry returns to the net after a strong performance against Buffalo, and the...

The Penguins are back in the win column as they held on to get a big win over the Sabres on Thanksgiving Eve! Patrick and Hunter bring you a quick recap of the Penguins' 4-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres at PPG Paints Arena. They start with the good: Tristan Jarry was rock solid in his return from injury, Bryan Rust was able to respond to a potentially game-altering goal by the Sabres, and the Penguins shut the door when they needed to. (0:00) Then, it's time to get into some of the bad. The Penguins, once again, were unable...

The Pittsburgh Penguins will look to break their two-game losing skid tonight when they take on the Buffalo Sabres in the annual Thanksgiving Eve game. Hunter and Patrick begin the show by giving you a look at tonight's opponent, the Sabres (2:00). Despite their struggles for a long time, they come to Pittsburgh on a bit of a heater, and the Penguins can't take them lightly. As the Penguins prepare for the game, they'll be getting some lineup changes, including the return of Tristan Jarry and Ville Koivunen (12:45). They will also be without Ben Kindel, and Hunter and Patrick give...

Tristan Broz has officially been recalled by the Pittsburgh Penguins, and head coach Dan Muse confirmed he will debut on Wednesday night! While exciting, Patrick and Hunter start the show discussing the goaltending situation and how Tristan Jarry is inching closer to a return, which means that Sergei Murashov is likely to be sent back down to the AHL in the coming days. They talk about how, while it would be nice to see Murashov continue to get NHL action, it's probably best for his development to get a starter's workload with the Baby Penguins. (0:00) Next, Hunter gives his...

Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Dan Muse didn't hold back after a weekend of two losses, and put his team on notice! Hunter and Patrick start the show by discussing Muse's comments. calling this past weekend unacceptable (2:00). They get into how he picked the right moment to make his comments (3:23) and how it shows that the Penguins are keeping a culture of winning and high expectations alive, plus where the team goes from here. Then, they recap a no-show against Minnesota on Friday (14:04) and a bad luck loss against Seattle in overtime. Finally, they discuss a flurry of roster moves...

The Penguins' long layoff is over as they'll take on the Minnesota Wild and then the Seattle Kraken this weekend! Patrick and Hunter begin the show, previewing the Penguins vs. Minnesota Wild game tonight at PPG Paints Arena. The Wild are coming into this one the exact opposite way they came into the last one - on a hot streak. Winners of seven of their last eight, the Penguins will have to work to slow the momentum. They get into how the Penguins can do just that. (0:00) Then, the Penguins will be right back in action on Saturday night...

After back-to-back scratches in Anaheim, it appears 21-year-old defenseman Pavel Mintyukov could be on the market, so should the Penguins go for it? Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing potential deals the Penguins could offer the Anaheim Ducks for 21-year-old, first-round pick Pavel Mintyukov, but will those potential deals be enough to pry him out of Orange County? (0:00) Next, with some extra time off, the Penguins are shifting their practice focus to things like 3-on-3 overtime and the shootout. While it may seem minuscule, with so much time on their hands, refining a part of their game they...

With the Pittsburgh Penguins on a mini-break thanks to their international games, we're talking a potential big summer trade! Patrick and Hunter are taking this little break from game action to talk about the 2026 offseason (2:10). With the Penguins expected to have a lot of cap space, and not many big-time free agents available, could they target Jordan Kyrou from the Blues? They discuss that before getting into some practice notes from Wednesday's practice. They discuss how Philip Tomasino cleared waivers (15:03) and what the next steps are for him before looking at Sam Poulin getting an opportunity on the third...

The Penguins are back stateside, and on Tuesday, the front office made a bunch of roster moves, including waiving a young forward. Patrick and Hunter begin the show by breaking down the Penguins' roster moves on Tuesday, including calling up Sam Poulin, placing Ville Koviunen on injured reserve, and waiving Phillip Tomasino. They focus mostly on the waiving of Tomasino, and given his start to the season, it was probably time. (0:00) Then, with the Penguins off until Friday, they take a spin around the Metropolitan Division and see how our counterparts are faring so far this year. (12:37) Finally, the...

The Penguins are coming home from Sweden with three out of a possible four points after a massive victory on Sunday! Hunter and Patrick break down the Penguins 4-0 shutout in Sweden, and how Sergei Murashov cruised to his first win and shutout. They get into how Murashov looked comfortable, poised, and in control all game long, how the Penguins were able to bounce back from a poor effort on Friday, and so much more! Finally, with four days off, the Penguins have an easy week ahead, but a huge opportunity to put some points in the bank before...

The Penguins' trip to Sweden did not get off to a good start, somehow getting a point, but it was an unacceptable effort. Patrick and Hunter begin the show recapping the Friday afternoon game against the Nashville Predators. They talk about the 2-1 overtime loss, and how the Penguins were lucky to even get a point, as the team did not look ready to play, and paid for it. They touch on how Arturs Silovs put forth maybe the only good effort of anyone wearing a Penguins sweater. (0:00) The good news, however, is the Penguins will get a second...

The Penguins held their final practice before the Global Series against the Predators! Hunter and Patrick begin the show going over practice notes from their final practice before they take on the Predators at Avicii Arena in Sweden on Friday afternoon. They discuss what the Penguins have to do to get a win, and how some new line combinations could help them get back in the win column. Then, they take a look at the Preds, who despite a solid roster on paper, find themselves in the midst of a 5-game losing streak and look like a team the...

As the Penguins operate with an eye toward the future, the emergence of Ben Kindel, Sergei Murashov, and Harrison Brunicke, the future might be here sooner than expected. Patrick and Hunter are joined once again by a good friend of the show, Kelsey Surmacz of The Hockey News, to discuss the future of the Pittsburgh Penguins. While the team is transitioning to the next era of hockey, the sudden emergence of Ben Kindel, Sergei Murashov, and, to an extent, Harrison Brunicke, that next era might be here sooner rather than later. They begin with what's going on with Brunicke...

If you’re worried about shootouts, so are the Penguins, and they’re back to practicing them again! Patrick and Hunter begin the show by discussing notes from the Penguins' first practice in Sweden, which included working on shootouts for the first time in a long time. They also look at some line combinations and what they’re expecting to see later this week. Then, it’s time to take a look at how the Penguins’ prospects are developing in college and junior hockey. Many of the Penguins’ draft picks are off to hot starts and are showing quite a bit of pro...

The Pittsburgh Penguins' struggles to win a shootout continued in New Jersey, despite a great 65-minute effort. Hunter and Patrick begin the show recapping what was a great effort by the Penguins against the Devils in Newark, only to be negated by another poor effort in the shootout. Is it confidence issue for goaltender Arturs Silovs or is he just bad at these? They explore that question as they breakdown how the Penguins were able to dominate the Devils during actual gameplay. Then, the Penguins simply ran out of gas against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday afternoon. They...

The Penguins surrendered yet another 3-0 lead, but this time they flipped the script and came away with two clean points! Patrick and Hunter begin the Friday edition of Locked On Penguins with a recap of the WILD Penguins vs. Capitals matchup on Thursday night when the Penguins saw another 3-0 lead slip away, but were able to rally in the third period to come away with a 5-3 victory! They get into the play of the special teams and how it's been carrying the team, Ben Kindel's big night, and so much more. (0:00) Then, the Penguins will get...

The Pittsburgh Penguins will welcome the Washington Capitals to Pittsburgh for the first of three meetings this season on Thursday. Hunter and Patrick begin the show by previewing the matchup and what the Penguins can do to get back in the win column. They also go over some of the lineup notes for this game to discuss why so many people need to calm down about Sergei Murashov not starting. Despite the hype, not throwing Murashov right into the fire is probably the best move for his long-term development. Finally, they take a look around the NHL at some...

Suddenly, the Pittsburgh Penguins have been bitten by the injury bug, but it presents an opportunity for one of their top prospects! Patrick and Hunter begin the show with the surprise news from Tuesday night that the Penguins put several players on injured reserve, including goaltender Tristan Jarry, which means top goaltending prospect Sergei Murashov will get a shot at the NHL level. They discuss what these moves mean for the team, as they also include the recall of defenseman Ryan Graves and forward Danton Heinen. (0:00) Then, they get some more answers as to what the lineup will look...

The Penguins played a perfect 40 minutes, then a disastrous 20 minutes, on Monday night in Toronto. Hunter and Patrick begin the show by reacting to the Penguins completely blowing a 3-0 lead to the Maple Leafs in a matter of just about 10 minutes (1:20). They get into whether or not this was a one-off or the start of a bad trend, who is to blame, and what this means moving forward (6:26). However, it wasn’t all negative as rookie Ben Kindel continued his ascent by scoring two goals and commanding the best line on the Penguins (12:00). Lastly, it’s decision time for...

The Penguins had their first "bad luck" game of the season, falling to the Winnipeg Jets 5-2 over the weekend. Patrick and Hunter begin the show discussing the Penguins' loss to the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday, and while the score made it look bad, it was more of a bad luck loss where nothing seemed to go right for the Penguins. They also talk about the play of Harrison Brunicke, who while still very promising, has one glaring weakness that could spell the end of his nine-game tryout (0:00). Then, they get you ready for the final game of this...

The Penguins hot start to the season continued on Thursday as they beat up the Minnesota Wild 4-1! Hunter and Patrick begin the show with a massive first segment recapping the Penguins decisive victory over Minnesota. Whether it was Tristan Jarry standing tall early, Benjamin Kindel’s line dominating the Wild’s top unit, or the special teams stepping up when they needed to, it was a complete team victory. Then, the Penguins’ toughest test of the season awaits them on Saturday afternoon in Winnipeg as they’ll take on the Jets. For the Penguins, a full 60-minute effort is requi...

The Penguins will look to take advantage of another struggling team tonight when they head north to take on the Minnesota Wild. Patrick and Hunter begin the show by taking a look at a very talented but struggling Minnesota Wild team. They discuss what has led to a slow start for the Wild, who the Penguins will need to be aware of, and who the Wild could lean on to break their current losing streak. (0:00) Then, they turn their attention to the Penguins, who will need to step up tonight to grab a big two points, including the bottom...

The Penguins were able to snatch a point from the Philadelphia Flyers in what was one of the crazier Penguins-Flyers games in quite some time! Hunter and Patrick begin the show recapping a crazy Battle of Pennsylvania matchup in Philadelphia, with the Penguins falling 3-2 in the shootout. They discuss the play of goaltender Arturs Silovs, the crazy scrum that ended overtime, and so much more. They also dive into ESPN’s lackluster hockey coverage and how, on a night with a captivating first game, the network chose to split the games up. Finally, it’s Wednesday, which means it’s...

The Penguins got back into the win column on Monday night with a very solid victory against St. Louis, but a big rivalry game looms! Patrick and Hunter begin the show recapping another solid victory by the Penguins, this time 6-3 over the St. Louis Blues. They discuss another historic milestone for captain Sidney Crosby, the play of Evgeni Malkin and the second line, and some of the first real struggles for Benjamin Kindel and Harrison Brunicke. (0:00) Next, the Penguins hit the Pennsylvania Turnpike after their win against the Blues as they'll head to Philadelphia to take on a...

The Penguins battled back from a 4-2 deficit to earn a point against Columbus, but it could be a warning sign. Hunter and Patrick begin the show by discussing Saturday’s loss to Columbus in a shootout, and while they deserve credit for battling back, some concerning trends are potentially emerging for this Penguins team. They talk about how the effort needs to improve, the defensive zone coverage needs to bounce back, and more. Then, the Penguins will welcome the St. Louis Blues to PPG Paints Arena on Monday night, and it’s a chance for them to “get right”...

The Penguins earned a massive victory on Thursday night, beating the Florida Panthers 5-3! Patrick and Hunter begin the show discussing a hard-earned victory by the Penguins over the Florida Panthers. While it may not have been the prettiest of wins, the Penguins took some big punches, literally and figuratively, from the champs, and got up each time. They also talk about how Ben Kindel looks like he's NHL-ready and shouldn't be sent back to his junior team after another big-timer performance. (0:00) Then, the Penguins look to make it five wins in a row on Saturday when they welcome...

The Penguins will face their first true test of the season when they head to Florida to take on the defending champion Panthers. Patrick and Hunter begin the show by taking a look at the defending champion Panthers, who the Penguins will take on in Sunrise tonight. They run down the roster, and despite a slower start, the champions are still a very formidable foe. (0:00) Then, they turn their attention back to the Penguins, who they will need to lean on to get another unexpected victory, what the coaching staff will need to be ready for, and who could...

The Penguins got off to a slow start, but turned it into a blowout on Tuesday night! Hunter and Patrick begin the show recapping the Penguins' 5-1 mauling of the Vancouver Canucks, and how it’s become a bit of a trend in recent wins that the entire roster has factored into these victories. Then, they look at two big milestones reached on Tuesday night: Sidney Crosby becoming the franchise leader in overall points, and Kris Letang reaching 600 career assists. Even in a year of change, two of the Penguins’ franchise cornerstones remain remarkably consistent. Finally, it’s Wednesday, so tha...

The Penguins have a chance to get their first winning streak of the season when the Vancouver Canucks come to town! Hunter and Patrick begin the show getting you set for tonight’s game against the Canucks, and while they come to Pittsburgh pretty banged up, there are still plenty of playmakers that could give the Penguins fits, including their starting goaltender. Then, for Arturs Silovs, tonight’s game is a chance to get a little revenge on the team that traded him during the offseason. It’s also an opportunity for Silovs to start pulling away in the race f...

The Penguins are coming back from California with a winning record after a 3-0 shutout over the San Jose Sharks! Patrick and Hunter begin the Monday episode with a recap of the Penguins 3-0 shutout victory over the Sharks, giving them a winning record coming home from California. They discuss the play of Tristan Jarry, Sidney Crosby, and the second line continuing their hot start. (0:00) In the second segment, they discuss a Penguins prospect who was put on suspension after refusing an assignment to the Wheeling Nailers in the ECHL. They then talk about the looming decision for what...

Despite a slow start on Thursday night, the Penguins battled back and earned a hard-fought 4-2 win over the Kings! Hunter and Patrick begin the show recapping a gutsy comeback win for the Penguins over the Kings. (1:40). While the Penguins fell into an early hole, they stuck to their guns and battled back to get a victory. Then, they'll finish their California road trip on Saturday night against a young San Jose team, who has a lot of young talent, despite still rebuilding (15:18). Finally, it's Friday, and they react to your hot takes, answer your questions, and provide an...

The Penguins continue their California swing tonight in Los Angeles against the Kings, and it's a chance to bounce back! Patrick and Hunter begin the show discussing the notes from the morning skate in LA, where there will be some lineup changes, including rookie Ben Kindel getting his first healthy scratch as part of his development strategy. (0:00) Then, they take a look at the Los Angeles Kings, who have had a slow start to the year, with a 1-2-1 record to show for it. Part of the Kings' struggles has been thanks to some poor goaltending, and they...

The Penguins played pretty well on their first stop in California, except for the penalty kill. Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing the Penguins’ penalty kill troubles continued, even if the late penalty call on Wotherspoon wasn’t a popular one. Then, they discuss how some of the Penguins’ newcomers have been providing good early returns, as well as the plan for two of the young prospects. Finally, it’s Wednesday and that means it’s Warrior Helmet Wednesday! They give out their MVP of the week and it’s probably someone you would expect!

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The Penguins begin their California swing tonight in Anaheim, and it’s the start of a big test for two of their young prospects. Patrick and Hunter begin the show by discussing a young, exciting Anaheim team that comes into the season with some expectations (2:00). Who do you have to keep an eye on tonight, and who are the Penguin-killers in the lineup? (4:35) Then, it’s time to take a look at the Penguins' lineup after Monday’s practice (11:23). Could this be a big night for Harrison Brunicke, or was it just some practice fun? They also give their keys t...

The Penguins were handed their first loss of the season, and it wasn't a close one, either. Hunter and Patrick begin the show recapping a 6-1 loss to the Penguins and what went wrong. It starts with the special teams. The Penguins were unable to get any power play goals, gave up a shorthanded goal, and a lot of the overpassing of the past returned, at least for one night. They also discuss not playing a full 60 minutes and other issues that came to light on Saturday night. (0:00) Meanwhile, down in the AHL and NCAA, some Penguins' prospects had...

The Penguins got another victory on Thursday night, beating the New York Islanders 4-3 in their home opener! Patrick and Hunter begin the show recapping another win for the Penguins, and it was thanks to another full, 60-minute effort against a surprisingly fast Islanders team. They dive into how the Penguins' special teams, effort, and big guns led the way to banking another two points. (0:00) Then, they focus on two players who look like they have found the Fountain of Youth: Evgeni Malkin and Erik Karlsson. Patrick and Hunter discuss how a new coach, a new system, and even...

The Penguins kick off their home schedule tonight against an old foe, the New York Islanders! Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing some cryptic posts by the Penguins that could be teasing a new third jersey for this season. Then, they get into the Islanders' lineup, what the Penguins need to do to get a second straight victory, and a potential new addition to the lineup. Finally, they share their bold predictions for the 2025-26 season, including which players are expected to have big years, who will be traded, and more!

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The Penguins pulled off a dominant 3-0 win over the New York Rangers in the 2025-26 season opener! Patrick and Hunter begin the show by breaking down the Penguins' dominant performance in New York City. They talk about how Dan Muse's system stymied the Rangers in all three zones, played solid team defense, and were able to keep the Rangers from getting any offense going all night long. (0:00) Then, defenseman Harrison Brunicke and forward Ben Kindel made their NHL debuts in the season opener and did a lot of good to continue making their case to stay in the...

The Pittsburgh Penguins will open the regular season against the New York Rangers on Tuesday night, and Hunter is here to preview the game. Patrick is sick, so it's Hunter today! Hunter starts the show by going over the lines that fans should expect to see before previewing the matchup against the Rangers. He also gives some keys to victory for the Penguins before ending the show with some pure NHL predictions for the 2025-26 season!

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The Penguins' youth movement is here as two young players made the initial 23-man roster! Patrick and Hunter begin the show with their surprise that both Benjamin Kindel and Harrison Brunicke have made the team out of training camp ahead of the season opener in New York. They then dive into expectations for both players, how they can stick in the NHL, and what they need to do to continue impressing. (0:00) Then, among some of the more surprising moves of the weekend, defenseman Ryan Graves was waived and sent to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. They get into what a disaster Graves...

We've got one preseason game left against the Sabres, and it's the final shot for many of the Penguins' young players to make their mark! Hunter and Patrick begin the show by breaking down the Penguins' preseason finale roster, which will feature plenty of the young players who have had a strong camp. Will they make the team or is this just one last look for the management and coaching staff? (0:00) Then, the Penguins got some good news on Friday as Kevin Hayes and Rutger McGroarty were back on the ice in limited capacities. They also look at how...

The young guys are playing well, the cuts are coming, but the question is: who will make the Penguins’ 23-man roster? Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing another preseason victory for the Penguins, and how it was powered by the prospects and young players. Once again, first-round pick Ben Kindel showed that he might make a push to make the team (2:55), and offseason acquisition Matt Dumba turned in another strong performance. Then, they give their predictions for the opening night roster (13:26) and discuss which veterans will make it and which young guys might not. Finally, Hunter shares his ob...

Can the New York Islanders bounce back up the standings under new front office leadership? Are the Pittsburgh Penguins nearing the end of the Sidney Crosby / Evgeni Malkin / Kris Letang era? Do the Philadelphia Flyers have enough in support of young star Matvei Michkov? And will the young Columbus Blue Jackets take a step forward? In a special Locked On NHL Metro Division Hopefuls season preview, Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Russ Cohen (Locked On Flyers), Jay Forster (Locked On Blue Jackets) and Hunter Hodies (Locked On Penguins) preview the upcoming NHL season for the Metro Division’s playoff ho...

We've got just two preseason games remaining before the regular season begins, so which prospects are making a case to be at MSG on opening night? Patrick and Hunter begin the show looking at the roster for tonight's preseason matchup against the Buffalo Sabres, and how the opening night roster is coming down to the wire with only a few spots remaining, and several prospects still making the case to stay in the NHL. (0:00) Then, it's time once again to talk about the goalies. While Joel Blomqvist's injury has sort of solidified who is going to play where, does...

The Penguins' front office has a big decision looming: should they hold onto two young prospects who still have junior eligibility or send them back? Hunter and Patrick begin the show talking about the rise of Benjamin Kindel, who was outstanding in Detroit on Monday. The question now is, what to do with him? While he may not be ready for full-time NHL action, does he deserve a nine-game tryout? (3:20). They discuss the pros and cons of each option before examining Filip Hallander (14:36) and determining whether he should be a lock for the roster. Finally, they discuss the Harrison...

The Penguins and their fans said goodbye to their favorite goalie, Marc-Andre Fleury, in a perfect way! Patrick and Hunter begin the show recapping what was a perfect send-off for Marc-Andre Fleury on Saturday night. They go over their favorite moments of the night, what Fleury means to the city, and so much more! (0:00) Then, with the Fleury goodbye in the rearview mirror, they take a look at both of the weekend's games and go over some standouts, including Ben Kindel, Avery Hayes, and Sergei Murashov. They also discuss how a rough outing from Tristan Jarry does not soothe...

Marc-Andre Fleury is officially back in Pittsburgh, and his farewell tour began with a day at Penguins practice! Patrick and Hunter begin the show recapping Fleury's appearance at Penguins practice on Friday afternoon, as well as his post-practice comments, how the team reacted to his return, and what they're expecting for his preseason appearance. (0:00) Next, they preview Saturday night's matchup against the Blue Jackets, which will be Fleury's farewell game. However, what if it doesn't go according to plan? The big boys on the Penguins' roster will have to show up to make sure Fleury gets the farewell he...

The Penguins lost their second preseason game, but that doesn't mean it was all negative. Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing the play of 2025 first-round pick Ben Kindel (1:30), and how another strong outing could continue his time at training camp with the big club. They also break down the play of newly-acquired goaltender Arturs Silovs (7:17), who had an up-and-down game. Along with Kindel, a couple of other prospects had worthwhile performances on Wednesday night. Finally, the Penguins have only made two cuts so far (22:00), and the reason could be so that the young players can see the kind...

The Penguins held a very intense training camp scrimmage on Wednesday morning, and one defenseman stood out above the rest! Patrick and Hunter begin the show discussing the Penguins' very intense, 50-minute training camp intrasquad scrimmage that saw plenty of action and speed. They also discuss how, aside from netting three goals, Kris Letang showed a lot of jump and was one of the best players on the ice. Does this mean he's ready for a bounce-back season, or is this just a player looking good in camp? (0:00) Then, they take a look at the goaltending situation, but more...

The Penguins may have lost 2-1 in the shootout to Montreal in their preseason opener, but the young guns showed a lot of promise. Despite the Penguins dropping their first game of the preseason, Patrick and Hunter begin the show discussing two of the Penguins' top prospects, Harrison Brunicke and Tristan Broz, both of whom turned in solid performances to start the preseason. The question now is, how much of it is real, and can they continue to capitalize on the momentum? (0:00) Next, the word being used to describe new head coach Dan Muse is "prepared," and that is...

The Penguins are headed to Quebec to play their first preseason game of the year against the Montreal Canadiens! Patrick and Hunter begin the show by looking at the Penguins' preseason opening roster, who they'll be watching, and who needs to have a strong debut as camp continues. (0:00)Then, they take a look at the other bench and run down who will suit for the Habs. Who should Dan Muse and company have an eye on, and who will present a challenge for the Penguins' roster tonight? (13:18) Finally, the Penguins were back to work on Saturday at the Lemieux...

The Penguins were back at it today, and as expected, Sidney Crosby looked top-notch, and Evgeni Malkin had a lot to say. Hunter and Patrick begin the Friday edition of Locked On Penguins, discussing Evgeni Malkin's comments about his future with the team and in the league. Could Geno be traded? While unlikely, his comments do leave the door slightly open. Then, they remember the late Ray Shero, who is being honored with the 2025 Lester Patrick Trophy for his dedication to hockey in the United States. Hunter was once again at training camp. He gives his day two observations...

Penguins training camp has officially begun, and there were plenty of takeaways from the first day of on-ice practice! Patrick and Hunter begin their training camp journey with the Penguins on this episode, and it begins at the beginning: with a Kyle Dubas press conference where he pushed back on Sidney Crosby's agent Pat Brisson's comments, gave updates on his rebuilding plans, and more! Then, they dive into the on-ice sessions where second-year forward Villie Koivunen had a big day, Dan Muse ran an intense practice, as well as other standouts. Finally, a lot of the Penguins' veterans seem...

Penguins training camp is nearly upon us, and now we know the 69 players who will be there on the first day! Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing the full 69-player roster that will attend day one of the Penguins' training camp, who they're watching, and some injury updates for some of the players on the roster. Then, the Penguins signed four PTOs ahead of training camp, and they looked at one in particular, Robby Fabbri, who they believe could be a potential fit with the NHL club. Finally, with less than 24 hours to go until camp begins, they...

Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas and star forward Sidney Crosby love to yap and they sure did on Monday. Hunter and Patrick start the show by discussing some of Dubas's comments to Jeff Marek on The Sheet, which was a great interview. After that, they dive into more of Sidney Crosby's comments to the media, and why he loves Pittsburgh so much. They also discuss his comments about tanking and why nobody should be surprised by what he said. After that, they dive into some of the big storylines heading into training camp since it is set to...

The Pittsburgh Penguins’ prospects had themselves a solid weekend, earning a three-peat at the prospects challenge! Hunter and Patrick begin the show with the two biggest standouts from the Penguins' performance at the prospects challenge: Avery Hayes and Tristan Broz. They break down their play, what it means, and where it puts them in the Penguins’ pipeline. Then, they dive into a couple of more players who looked good at the camp, including a feisty defenseman in Quinn Beauchesne, and a few others. Finally, Sidney Crosby spoke out at season ticket delivery on Monday, giving a pretty heated rebuke to h...

Marc-Andre Fleury is coming back to the Pittsburgh Penguins for one final game! Patrick and Hunter begin the show discussing the biggest news of the week for the Penguins, and that is legendary goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury has signed a professional tryout contract with the team, but it's more of a two-day deal. The Penguins' 2003 first-overall pick and three-time champion will practice with the team during a training camp session and then appear in the September 27 preseason game, finishing his career where it all began. Speaking of training camp, the Penguins officially announced training camp dates, and it begins next...

A cryptic post by the Penguins’ social media accounts and some posts from Allan Walsh has Pittsburgh wondering…what’s up with Marc-Andre Fleury? Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing the pre-tournament lineup for the Penguins’ prospects at the UPMC Lemieux Complex on Thursday, what they want to see from these players, and how you can watch them this weekend. Then, the man who helped the Penguins become champions, Michel Therrien announced his retirement from coaching. They remember his legendary rant, what he taught the team, and his place in Penguins’ history. Finally, the Penguins put out a post with...

On Wednesday, the Penguins released their roster for the annual prospects challenge in Buffalo! Patrick and Hunter begin the show talking about the Penguins' prospect challenge roster that will head to Buffalo this weekend! They dive into who they're excited to see, who has expectations going into the tournament, and what the expectations are as they play three games. Then, they continue the summer catch-up series by discussing the Penguins' new coaching staff. With Dan Muse at the helm, and a good mix of new and old on the staff, it's a well-balanced coaching staff that could both help...

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby’s agent, Pat Brisson, spoke to The Athletic on Tuesday about all of the trade rumors and his future with the team. Hunter and Patrick begin the show discussing Brisson’s comments about the trade rumors surrounding Crosby and why he understands why they’re so loud. Does this mean that Crosby and Brisson are pushing the Penguins to speed up the rebuild, or are they laying the groundwork for an eventual trade? Then, they continue the summer catch-up series by taking a look back at the 13 picks the Penguins made at the NHL Draft. Which...

Welcome to season seven of the Locked On Penguins Podcast, and today, with training camp on the horizon, we're catching you up on all things offseason! Patrick and Hunter are back to daily Monday through Friday episodes, and this week, we're getting you ready for training camp with a summer catch-up series beginning with offseason transactions. To begin the show, we discuss the signings of two forwards, Anthony Mantha and Justin Brazeau. Are these players just trade deadline fodder or are they future contributors to the Penguins? Then, with the Penguins needing serious help on the blue line, President...

It's the last episode of the offseason before we jump into training camp and the preseason, so let's talk prospects! Hunter and Patrick begin Fan Take Friday discussing which prospects they're most excited for this year, excluding some of the most obvious ones we'll see in the NHL. They discuss Bill Zonnon, Tanner Howe, and more! Then, with the hype behind Gavin McKenna and the 2026 NHL Draft, if the Penguins don't get McKenna, who would be a good consolation prize? Finally, they talk about everyone's favorite former NHL broadcaster, Pierre McGuire, thanks to a very entertaining question.

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A potential agreement between the NHL and the junior leagues this coming season could be a big break for one of the Penguins' top prospects! Patrick and Hunter take today's episode to talk about a lot of CBA changes that are being implemented this season. They begin the show discussing a reported deal between the NHL and the junior leagues that is in the works, which would allow teams to loan one 19-year-old to the American Hockey League. For the Penguins, this could mean getting Harrison Brunicke out of juniors and into the professional game full-time, but would that...

Reports surfaced over the weekend that the Penguins could be trading for the contract of a legendary goalie, but does it make sense? Patrick and Hunter begin the show discussing the rumors that the Penguins are interested in trading for the final year of Montreal Canadiens' goaltender Carey Price's contract. They talk about whether it makes sense for the Penguins to trade for a $10.5 million deal that they would immediately place on LTIR, what the Habs would have to include, and if they're even the leading candidate to make the trade. Then, outdoor hockey is coming back to Pennsylvania...

Today, we finish our Locked On Penguins Top 25 of the 2000s with the five best players of the last 25 years! Hunter and Patrick take the first two segments to finish the Locked On Penguins Top 25 of the 2000s to discuss the best players of the last 25 years. They discuss how coming out of retirement, Mario Lemieux didn’t miss a beat, Marc-Andre Fleury was the first piece of this golden age of Penguins hockey, how Kris Letang has made his mark as the best defenseman in franchise history, and of course, how Evgeni Malkin and Sidney Crosby have made th...

For the first time since 2013, the Penguins Hall of Fame is back, and over the next three years, 10 new members will be inducted! Patrick and Hunter start the show discussing the news that the Penguins will be bringing back the team hall of fame, and players such as Tom Barrasso, Ron Francis, Scotty Bowman, and Jaromir Jagr will all be inducted and honored over the next three years. Then, the NHL's national TV schedule was released on Wednesday, and the Penguins remain a big-time draw for national audiences. The Penguins will play 16 games on national TV this year, and...

While the Penguins aren’t expected to be good this season, they could at least be the fun kind of bad? Hunter and Patrick start the show by taking a look at the potential forward group for this upcoming season and how the Penguins could be the fun kind of bad - losing but scoring a lot of goals in the process. Then, they take a look at the organizational depth in net and what they expect to happen between Arturs Silovs, Joel Blomqvist, and Sergei Murashov over the next couple of years. Finally, The Athletic released its front of...

Since the year 2000, the Pittsburgh Penguins have won three Stanley Cup championships, and we're naming some players who helped them win those titles! Patrick and Hunter continue the Locked On Penguins Top 25 of the 2000s on today's episode, and this edition features six players who helped the Penguins win three Stanley Cups in 2009, 2016, and 2017. They remember the veteran leadership provided by Billy Guerin and Sergei Gonchar in 2009, Max Talbot's heroics in game seven in 2009, Matt Murray's generational run in 2016 and 2017, Jake Guentzel's introduction to the hockey world, and of course, the K in the HBK Line, Phil Kessel! Finally...

As the saga of the Penguins’ ownership continues, another name has emerged as a potential buyer of the team. Hunter and Patrick dive into the reports that the Hoffmann Family has been linked to the team as a possible buyer from Fenway Sports Group. They look at the reported cost, what the Hoffmann Family owns, including the ECHL’s Florida Everglades, and what it could mean for the team’s future. Then, Penguins’ forward Bryan Rust has been extended an invite to Team USA’s Olympic orientation camp, but does he have a shot at making the roster? Finally, to close o...

The Penguins have a lot of question marks heading into the 2025-26 season, including several players who could have big years or regressive years. Patrick and Hunter begin the show talking about some of the Penguins' boom or bust candidates for the upcoming season. They begin with goaltender Tristan Jarry; can he have a bounce-back year after a strong finish, or is he the goalie we all think that he is? They also look at defenseman Ryan Graves and whether or not a new coaching staff can bring him some kind of success, and two of the rookies who...

We’re continuing the Locked On Penguins Top 25 of the 2000s today, and we’re remembering five players who gave us the best memories of the last 25 years! Hunter and Patrick start the show off talking about two massive moments from the last 25 years, including Bryan Rust’s game seven heroics and Jordan Staal’s MASSIVE shorthanded goal in 2009. Then they remember Nick Bonino ending the Caps’ season, Chris Kunitz sending the Penguins back to the finals, and Patric Hornqvist winning the Stanley Cup! Finally, it’s Frida,y and that means another round of Fan Take Friday!

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