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Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now delivers the inside scoops and analysis a few times per week on the Pittsburgh Penguins. Locker room interviews, expert analysis and whatever else we can scrape together.

  1. [FULL EPISODE] Listener Q&A: Bryan Rust SUSPENDED 3 Games for Elbow + Jason Robertson Trade Talk

    3D AGO

    [FULL EPISODE] Listener Q&A: Bryan Rust SUSPENDED 3 Games for Elbow + Jason Robertson Trade Talk

    Pittsburgh Penguins insider Dan Kingerski breaks down Bryan Rust's 3-game suspension for elbowing Brock Boeser and discusses whether Kyle Dubas should pursue a Jason Robertson trade. Plus: thoughts on Malkin playing wing with Novak, the wild Atlantic Division playoff race, and why the Penguins' organizational timeline might not match Robertson's career arc. Join the lively chat discussion on all things Penguins hockey. #Penguins #LetsGoPens #NHL #BrianRust #JasonRobertson #PittsburghPenguins Chapters: 0:00 - Intro & Show Start  0:18 - Pittsburgh in Playoff Position Discussion  0:49 - Bryan Rust 3-Game Suspension Topic  1:07 - Kyle Dubas Trade Deadline Plans  1:15 - Jason Robertson Trade Debate  1:57 - Drove to Practice When There Was No Practice Story  3:31 - Bryan Rust Elbow Video Breakdown  4:00 - Comparing to Other Dirty Players (Wilson, Trouba)  5:07 - Suspension Reaction & Analysis  27:33 - Jason Robertson Trade Discussion Begins  54:20 - Rakell vs Robertson Comparison  57:00 - Malkin Playing Wing with Novak Analysis  59:37 - Wrap Up & PHN+ Promo

    1 hr
  2. Was Rust Suspension Justified?

    3D AGO

    Was Rust Suspension Justified?

    Dan has a few choice words about the Bryan Rust suspension over his big elbow. Plus, your questions and our answers to the BURNING questions of Penguins fans!

    34 min
  3. Is Robertson Really a Trade Option for Penguins? Your Questions...Our Answers!

    3D AGO

    Is Robertson Really a Trade Option for Penguins? Your Questions...Our Answers!

    Dan continues with the Q&A and directly talks about whether to sign or trade Stuart Skinner, and about a possible Robertson deal.

    26 min
  4. [FULL EPISODE] The Big Hockey Buffet + Trade Deadline Paths for Penguins

    5D AGO

    [FULL EPISODE] The Big Hockey Buffet + Trade Deadline Paths for Penguins

    Dan Kingerski delivers a candid, no-fluff breakdown of the surging Pittsburgh Penguins, who sit solidly in second place in the Metropolitan Division thanks to unexpected chemistry from offseason additions like Anthony Mantha, Justin Brazeau, and more. He outlines Kyle Dubas's four potential trade deadline paths—hold steady and "rent" key UFAs to themselves, sell veterans like the Flyers/Capitals did in prior years, take a hybrid approach with surgical additions (especially right-handed defense depth), or (unlikely) become aggressive buyers. Dan dives into hot topics, including Jason Robertson trade rumors (and why a blockbuster might cost too much long-term), Brian Rust's Player Safety hearing for a high hit, Evgeni Malkin's elite resurgence at 39, goaltending turnaround with Stuart Skinner and Arturs Silovs, the coaching lift under Dan Muse, and why this team feels different from recent collapses. Recorded live amid travel chaos, with listener questions from X. Chapters: 0:00 Intro & Snowmageddon travel woes 1:07  Penguins hot — chemistry clicking everywhere 2:45  Second in Metro — better than Flyers/Caps? 5:05  Four deadline strategies overview 5:42  Strategy 1: Hold — re-rent UFAs to yourselves 8:36  Strategy 2: Sell vets like Flyers/Caps did 9:55  Strategy 3: Hybrid — surgical young adds (esp. RD) 13:21  Strategy 4: Buyer mode — almost zero chance 15:44  Break & listener Q&A starts 16:20  Jason Robertson rumors — cost too high? 22:05  Rust high-hit hearing — not flimsy 24:00  Hallander return odds this season 27:01  Malkin resurgence — near-elite at 39 30:10 Goaltending turnaround — Skinner + Silovs 33:02 Why this team feels different (Muse effect) 36:27 Cup contender? Playoff reality check 38:34 Wrap-up #pittsburghpenguins #penguins #penshockey #pittsburgh #nhl #nhlpodcast #NHLnews

    39 min
  5. Surging Pens: Hold the Core or Cash In?

    5D AGO

    Surging Pens: Hold the Core or Cash In?

    Dan Kingerski unpacks the Penguins' strong position in second place in the Metro, crediting Kyle Dubas's offseason moves that have surprisingly clicked across the board. He details four trade deadline strategies for Dubas—holding firm to keep the core chemistry intact (effectively "re-renting" UFAs like Mantha, Dewar, Kulak, and Skinner), selling veterans for future assets like past Flyers/Capitals moves, a disciplined hybrid of minor adds (targeting affordable, younger right-shot defense), or the improbable full buyer mode. Discussion covers why the team won't panic during inevitable ebbs, comparisons to weaker rivals like the Flyers and Capitals, and the value of depth players over low-return rentals.

    16 min
  6. You Ask, Dan Answers (& Sneezes!)...Penguins Q&A

    5D AGO

    You Ask, Dan Answers (& Sneezes!)...Penguins Q&A

    In the listener Q&A portion (live on X), Dan tackles burning Penguins questions: the steep cost and long-term risks of chasing Jason Robertson in a potential blockbuster, his take on Brian Rust's upcoming player safety hearing for a controversial high hit (not seeing it as flimsy), the unlikelihood of Filip Hallander returning this season without waiver risks, Evgeni Malkin's near-elite play and smart hockey at age 39, goaltending stability from Skinner and Silovs, the massive upgrade on the third/fourth lines, and why this year's squad—under coach Dan Muse—has a freeing confidence and resilience missing in recent years. He closes with realism: strong playoff contender capable of winning rounds, but not yet a Cup favorite against elites like Vegas, Colorado, Tampa, or Florida.

    23 min
  7. Penguins Live Chat: Inside dirt, and the Dan Muse Difference

    JAN 21

    Penguins Live Chat: Inside dirt, and the Dan Muse Difference

    Dan Kingerski hosts a live chat from the Saddledome in Calgary during the Flames' morning skate, covering Pittsburgh Penguins topics like coaching changes under Dan Muse, team resilience, shootout struggles, trades (e.g., Solovyov), goalie evaluations, player performances, and fan Q&A on prospects, rosters, and future strategies. Chapters: 00:00 – Intro 00:34 – At Calgary Flames morning skate 01:07 – Dan Muse coaching difference & team positivity 03:38 – Penguins resilience in recent games (Seattle example) 04:53 – Penguins standings surprise & Jack Adams talk 05:58 – Shootout struggles & why it’s not a huge issue 08:23 – Travel story & Calgary arena setup 10:50 – Kyle Dubas scouting & trade rumors 13:56 – Solovyov trade analysis & Pickering thoughts 18:04 – Hollander return scenario & lineup decisions 19:14 – Malkin on the wing & future possibilities 28:17 – Grades: Defense (A), Goaltending (very good), Forwards (A+) 31:43 – Dustin Wolf in net tonight & Calgary anecdotes 33:49 – Penguins fans atmosphere in arena discussion 36:02 – Keeping Mantha/Malkin & trade strategy 37:24 – Goalie rotation, Skinner extension, Shelovs value 39:38 – Defending Arthur Shelovs performance 40:31 – USA Olympic roster omissions (Rust, Caufield) 43:59 – Final rapid-fire Q&A & wrap-up 45:45 – Closing: Like/subscribe, PHN Plus plug, Saddledome farewell

    47 min
  8. [FULL EPISODE] Shootout Hell, Trade Strategy, & Playoff Outlook

    JAN 19

    [FULL EPISODE] Shootout Hell, Trade Strategy, & Playoff Outlook

    Dan Kingerski and Vince Communale break down the Penguins' shootout struggles, practice updates, trade deadline options like Anthony Mantha, and playoff chances. Plus, reactions to the Rasmus Andersson trade. Chapters:0:00 - Intro & News/Notes (Injuries, Recalls)3:23 - Shootout Analysis & Fixes17:13 - Player Evaluations (Shea, Graves, Mantha)25:30 - Trade Deadline Chatter35:09 - Playoff Push & Predictions38:22 - Vegas-Calgary Trade Breakdown42:53 - Wrap-Up #nhl #penguins #pittsburghpenguins #pens #hockeypodcast

    43 min
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Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now delivers the inside scoops and analysis a few times per week on the Pittsburgh Penguins. Locker room interviews, expert analysis and whatever else we can scrape together.

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  • Creator
    Pittsburgh Hockey Now
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    115
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Publisher Desk, 2025

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