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Blake Lizotte • C • Penguins

Blake Lizotte Unavailable Against Bruins

Pittsburgh Penguins center Blake Lizotte (lower body) won't play against the Boston Bruins on Tuesday night, Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now reports. He is considered day-to-day with a lower-body injury. Lizotte has been part of Pittsburgh's highly effective fourth line, totaling six points (one goal, five assists) in his last seven appearances. He's had 19 points (seven goals, 12 assists) in 49 games across the season. Kevin Hayes will rejoin the lineup on Tuesday, while Connor Dewar will take over the fourth-line center duties.

6 days ago

Bryan Rust • RW • Penguins

Bryan Rust With a Strong Two-Point Game

Pittsburgh Penguins right winger Bryan Rust had a goal and an assist, both on the power play, in Sunday afternoon's 5-0 win over the Golden Knights. He continued his strong play this year, as Rust now has 20 goals and 23 assists in 52 games played in the 2025-26 season. Rust has played very well on the power play in particular, with 20 power-play points, which is tied for the Penguins' lead with Sidney Crosby. His next match is on Tuesday night against the Boston Bruins.

Mar 1

Arturs Silovs • G • Penguins

Arturs Silovs Earns a Shutout on Sunday Afternoon

Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Arturs Silovs made 22 saves against the Golden Knights in a 5-0 victory on Sunday afternoon. He was perfect and improved his record to 13-7-8 with a 2.71 goals-against average and a .902 save percentage. The Latvian has played great recently, as he is currently on a three-game winning streak and has a .934 save percentage in his last nine outings. He will continue to earn plenty of starts with this strong level of play.

Mar 1

Samuel Girard • D • Penguins

Samuel Girard Evaluated for Lower-Body Injury

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Samuel Girard (lower body) didn't practice on Friday. The team announced that Girard is being evaluated for a lower-body injury. Girard, who was acquired from the Colorado Avalanche at the start of the week, just made his Penguins debut. He logged 17:53 of ice time in Thursday's 4-1 win over the New Jersey Devils, finishing with one shot on goal and four blocks. The Penguins face the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, and Girard is traveling with the team. This suggests he might be available for the contest. If Girard can't play, the Penguins will use Ilya Solovyov or Ryan Graves as his replacement.

Feb 27

Kris Letang • D • Penguins

Kris Letang Returns to Action Thursday

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang (foot) will return to the lineup on Thursday against the New Jersey Devils. While Pittsburgh has just lost Sidney Crosby (lower body), the team will get a big defensive piece back. Letang missed the final four games before the Olympic break with a fractured foot. The 38-year-old has recorded 25 points (three goals, 22 assists), 196 shots, 64 blocks, and 67 hits in 50 outings this season. Letang will be part of the second power-play unit and will have a new partner on the second defensive pairing, with the recently acquired Samuel Girard expected to skate with him.

Feb 26

Sidney Crosby • C • Penguins

Sidney Crosby Set to Miss Four Weeks

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (lower body) is expected to be out for at least four weeks. The Penguins captain suffered a lower-body injury while playing for Team Canada at the Olympics and was placed on Injured Reserve. Losing Crosby is a tough blow for the Penguins, as the veteran star has scored by far the most points on the team this season. In 56 outings, Crosby has managed 27 goals and 32 assists. With Crosby out, Rickard Rakell is expected to move from the wing to center on the first line. Rakell and Bryan Rust will be joined on the line by Avery Hayes on Thursday against the New Jersey Devils.

Feb 25

Samuel Girard • D • Penguins

Penguins Acquire Samuel Girard From Avalanche

The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired defenseman Samuel Girard from the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday. The team also picked up a second-round draft pick in exchange for defenseman Brett Kulak, who was traded for the second time this season. Kulak began the campaign with the Edmonton Oilers before he landed in Pittsburgh as part of the deal that saw the Oilers acquire goaltender Tristan Jarry. Girard has slightly more fantasy upside as a former 30-point scorer. Kulak has never posted more than 25 points in a single campaign. Both blue-liners have managed nine points in 2025-26. Girard could become more productive on offense in Pittsburgh if he claims a spot on the second power-play unit.

Feb 24

Sidney Crosby • C • Penguins

Sidney Crosby a Game-Time Call for Olympic Final

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (lower body) is a game-time call for Sunday's Olympic final, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports. After missing Friday's semifinal win over Finland, Crosby skated on Saturday. However, Team Canada head coach Jon Cooper didn't confirm whether Crosby would be good to go for Sunday's mouth-watering matchup against Team USA. Getting Crosby back for the gold-medal game would be a big boost for Canada. The team has a 24-2 record at best-on-best tournaments with Crosby in the lineup. Crosby, who is chasing his third Olympic gold, has contributed two goals and four assists in four appearances in Milan.

Feb 21

Sidney Crosby • C • Penguins

Sidney Crosby Won't Play Friday

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (lower body) won't be in action for Team Canada against Finland on Friday. He will miss at least one game due to a lower-body injury sustained during Wednesday's Olympic quarterfinal tilt against Czechia. Sam Bennett will take Crosby's spot in the lineup, while Connor McDavid will serve as Team Canada's captain. After Friday's semifinal, Canada will have one more contest in Milan this weekend, either the final or the bronze-medal game. Whether Crosby will be cleared to play is uncertain.

Feb 20

Sidney Crosby • C • Penguins

Sidney Crosby Considered Day-to-Day

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (lower body) is day-to-day, TSN's Pierre LeBrun reports. Team Canada hasn't ruled out Crosby for Friday's Olympic semifinal against Finland. Crosby appeared to have injured his right leg in Wednesday's quarterfinal victory over Czechia. Fortunately, it seems Crosby avoided a major injury. Canada's roster is strong enough to handle Crosby's absence, but it would be a huge setback for the Penguins if he were forced to miss extended time. Crosby has contributed two goals and four assists in four games at the Olympics.

Feb 19

Rickard Rakell • LW • Penguins

Rickard Rakell Out Thursday

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Rickard Rakell (lower body) was injured during the morning skate and won't play on Thursday against the Buffalo Sabres. Penguins head coach Dan Muse labeled Rakell day-to-day, so it appears he'll be fine to play for Team Sweden in the Olympics. Rakell has been quiet lately, but he's been productive overall for the Penguins, recording 24 points (10 goals, 14 assists) in 35 appearances. Rutger McGroarty will replace Rakell on the first line. The Penguins also won't have Blake Lizotte (personal) on Thursday, while Noel Acciari (illness) is a game-time decision.

Feb 5

Bryan Rust • RW • Penguins

Bryan Rust Returns to Penguins Lineup

Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (suspension) will be back in action on Tuesday against the New York Islanders. The veteran has completed his three-game suspension and will return to his regular spot on the first line next to Sidney Crosby. Rutger McGroarty will come out of the lineup against the Islanders. Rust was a bit quiet in January, but he's had a good campaign overall. In 47 appearances, the 33-year-old has contributed 18 goals and 27 assists. While Crosby has always enjoyed the matchups with the Islanders, Rust hasn't picked up any points against them in 12 consecutive regular-season outings.

Feb 3

Kris Letang • D • Penguins

Kris Letang Out for Four Weeks

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang (foot) has been ruled out for four weeks. The veteran suffered a fractured foot and was placed on Injured Reserve ahead of Saturday's contest against the New York Rangers. It's unfortunate to see Letang dealing with another injury, but at least it came at a good time. Due to the Olympic break, Letang may end up missing only four games. Recently, Letang sat out his first two games of the season due to an upper-body injury. Connor Clifton replaced Letang in the lineup on Saturday, while Ryan Shea joined the second power-play unit.

Jan 31

Kris Letang • D • Penguins

Kris Letang Misses Practice, Uncertain for Saturday

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang (undisclosed) didn't practice on Friday and may skip Saturday's matchup against the New York Rangers. The veteran blue-liner recently sat out two games due to an upper-body injury, and it's unclear if he has aggravated the same injury or is dealing with something new. After being limited to 30 points last term, Letang already boasts 25 points (three goals, 22 assists) in 50 contests this season. He ranks second on his team with 64 blocks and fourth with 67 hits. Connor Clifton is set to fill in for Letang if he can't play against the Rangers.

Jan 31

Evgeni Malkin • C • Penguins

Evgeni Malkin Iffy for Saturday

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin (undisclosed) sat out Friday's practice, leaving his status for Saturday's tilt against the New York Rangers unclear. Malkin recently missed a month of action due to a shoulder injury, and he appeared to have been hurt in Sunday's matchup against the Vancouver Canucks. Yet, the Russian veteran logged his usual minutes on Wednesday against the Chicago Blackhawks. With three goals and three assists in his last four outings, Malkin has been thriving as a winger on the second line. Should he miss Saturday's game, Anthony Mantha may be promoted to the top six.

Jan 31

Evgeni Malkin • C • Penguins

Evgeni Malkin Good to Go Thursday

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin (undisclosed) will be in the lineup on Thursday against the Chicago Blackhawks. The Russian star appeared to have been injured in Sunday's win over the Vancouver Canucks, but he won't miss any time. On Sunday, Malkin scored in a third consecutive game. He has tallied 11 points (five goals, six assists) in 10 outings since returning from an upper-body injury. Malkin will remain on the second line against Chicago, while Justin Brazeau will replace Bryan Rust (suspension) on the first line. Rutger McGroarty has been recalled from the minors to join the third line.

Jan 29

Jack St. Ivany • D • Penguins

Jack St. Ivany to Miss Up to Eight Weeks After Surgery

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Jack St. Ivany (hand) is expected to miss up to eight weeks after undergoing surgery, the team announced. The 26-year-old injured his left hand during Sunday's 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks. St. Ivany has suited up in 17 games this season, recording seven assists and 16 shots on goal. Last week, he impressed with back-to-back two-assist games. The Penguins have Connor Clifton and Ilya Solovyov available on the roster as replacements for St. Ivany on the backline.

Jan 28

Bryan Rust • RW • Penguins

Bryan Rust Slapped With Three-Game Suspension

Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust has been suspended for three games. The NHL's Department of Player Safety made the announcement on Tuesday following a hearing with Rust, who received his first career suspension for an illegal check to the head of Vancouver Canucks forward Brock Boeser in Sunday's 3-2 win. Rust is Pittsburgh's third-highest scorer, with 39 points (18 goals, 21 assists) in 47 appearances. He will be eligible to return to the lineup on Feb. 3 against the New York Islanders. In the meantime, Justin Brazeau or Ben Kindel may fill in for him in the top six.

Jan 27

Jack St. Ivany • D • Penguins

Jack St. Ivany Exits With Upper-Body Injury Sunday

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Jack St. Ivany (upper body) exited Sunday's 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks in the first period. He saw only 2:54 of ice time before leaving the action due to an upper-body injury. St. Ivany had collected four assists over his last two outings before Sunday's game, providing a creative spark from the blue line while Erik Karlsson (lower body) and Kris Letang (upper body) dealt with injuries. Overall, St. Ivany has contributed seven assists in 17 appearances this season, but he is still searching for his first goal. Connor Clifton or Ilya Solovyov will come into the lineup if St. Ivany is ruled out for Thursday's contest against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Jan 26

Evgeni Malkin • C • Penguins

Evgeni Malkin Suffers Apparent Injury in Sunday's Win

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin (undisclosed) appeared to have gotten hurt during Sunday's 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks. He was seen grabbing his shoulder on the bench as the Penguins celebrated their win at the end of the game. Malkin scored Pittsburgh's first goal on Sunday and has looked fantastic since returning from an upper-body injury. Across his last 10 appearances, Malkin has produced five goals and six assists. He is averaging over a point per game for the season, with 13 goals and 27 assists in 40 outings. We should know more about what happened to Malkin before Thursday's matchup against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Jan 26

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