Penguins, Maple Leafs complete trade

The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired forward Kasperi Kapanen, forward Pontus Aberg and defenseman Jesper Lindgren from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for forward Evan Rodrigues, defenseman David Warsofsky, forward Filip Hallander and a 2020 first-round draft pick.

Penguins’ hub roster has heavy WBS influence

The Pittsburgh Penguins were permitted to bring a maximum of 31 players to Toronto, and in a reflection of the organization’s development process, 19 of those players have spent time in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton.

Joseph brothers could be playoff rivals

One of the more friendly rivalries brewing in Toronto is that of Penguins top defense prospect, Pierre-Olivier Joseph, and his older brother, Lightning forward Mathieu Joseph.

Lafferty ready to step in if called on

This season, Sam Lafferty found himself in the Pittsburgh lineup a lot more than expected. Now he’s going to be ready whenever his number is called in the postseason.

Thorburn retires after 16 pro seasons

The St. Louis Blues announced today that Chris Thorburn has officially announced his retirement from professional hockey following a 16-year career that included 251 games in the American Hockey League.

Penguins re-sign Lizotte

The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins have signed defenseman Jon Lizotte to an American Hockey League contract for the 2020-21 season.

Penguins’ Sexton announces retirement

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins forward Ben Sexton announced his retirement from pro hockey on Saturday. The 28-year-old Sexton, who had not played in 2019-20 due to a concussion, skated in 200 AHL games with the Penguins, Belleville Senators, Albany Devils and Providence Bruins over parts of six seasons. Sexton was Belleville’s team winner of the IOA/American Specialty […]