Topic: Pittsburgh Penguins

NHL realignment destined to fuel rivalries - and the fan base

When the Atlanta Thrashers became the Winnipeg Jets over the summer, the move precipitated the biggest NHL realignment in 15 years. The owners' vote Monday aims for a fan-friendly league that emphasizes hockey's old rivalries.

Stanley Cup Game 7: Is a ticket worth $3,000?

Stanley Cup Game 7 will be especially hard to see in person because tickets in Vancouver are in short supply. Instead of 2,500 tickets available for Game 6 in Boston, one outlet reports having only about 500 tickets for the decisive Stanley Cup Game 7.

Eric Staal and Nicklas Lidstrom named NHL All-Star captains

Eric Staal and Nicklas Lidstrom were selected by fans and fellow players to become NHL All-Star captains.

Don't let vicious play tarnish the Super Bowl

The NFL's regular season ends this weekend and the playoffs to determine the Super Bowl matchup come next. Pro football, as well as hockey's NHL, must further reduce head injuries and provide a better example for young athletes on how to avoid concussions.

Drew Brees named SI 'Sportsman of the Year.' Who else could have been picked?

Drew Brees, who led the New Orleans Saints to a Super Bowl win in February, has been selected as 'Sportsman of the Year' by Sports Illustrated. Does Drew Brees deserve it? Who else could have been so honored?

Bruins vs. Penguins: ‘Frontier justice’ for Matt Cooke hit?

Will the Boston Bruins retaliate for Pittsburgh Penguin Matt Cooke's season-ending hit to star forward Marc Savard? The controversy comes as the NHL tries to limit injuries to top players.

Will Olympics hockey boost the NHL?

The 2010 Vancouver Olympics hockey final, with the US losing in overtime to Canada, heightened the sport's profile. Will the NHL benefit?

Bruins and Flyers put classic in hockey's Winter Classic

Fenway Park’s ‘ice game’ reminded many why hockey is so great, though the indoor game still lacks draw for many.

Our reporter will cover the G20 leaders – if he can navigate security

Security tight at G20 meeting in Pittsburgh.

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about US withdrawal from Iraq, nationality in hockey, and balancing sports with academics.

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'Swedish Seven' win hearts of Detroit's hockey faithful

Without them, some say, the Red Wings wouldn't now be contending for the Stanley Cup.

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