Analysis

Taking a look at Penguin contract values

PensBurgh acknowledges the great value in the contract of Pascal Dupuis and contemplates whether $8.7 million is worth it for anyone.

Sidney Crosby is All Ours

Some thoughts on the relief of signing Crosby long-term

Sidney Crosby: The Identity Crisis, pt. 2

Crosby needs to find his identity on the Pens.

Smile-Worthy Moments from the 2011-2012 Season

A look back at the highlights of the Pens' 2011-2012 season.

A Side of Sidney Crosby We Haven't Seen Before

The new side of Crosby following his responses to Milbury and Tortorella.

Why Matt Cooke's Masterton Nomination Isn't as Controversial as You Think

Matt Cooke's nomination as a Masterton Trophy finalist came with mixed reviews. Why the pick isn't as controversial as many think.

Empathizing with Sidney Crosby

The end of the "BUT YOU HAVE MATT COOKE" argumentative crutch

Hey guys, take it easy on Devin Setoguchi

Five things the Penguins need to do EVERY DAY so we can generate lots of lists and page views

Five mythological beasts the Penguins need to sign RIGHT NOW

Five dog breeds the Penguins should look into adopting, and one they should avoid, before the NHL trade deadline

Five MCs Penguins should acquire and one they shouldn't before the NHL trade deadline

Yes, Kanye West does show up on this list.

No Hal Gill? No problem. Why the Penguins are better off without the Nashville Predators' latest addition.

How Are the Pens Doing? Games 34-43

An in-depth analysis on how the Pens did in game 34-43.

Will it ever end?

Is the Penguins' slump a good indication of who the team is, or will things get better?

Sidney Crosby: The Identity Crisis

The shift from "Crosby the hockey star" to "Crosby the hockey star who has a concussion."

2011: The Year We Want to Forget

An indepth look at the forgettable 2011 season for the Penguins.

How Are the Pens Doing? Games 24-33

How the Pens have done in Games 24-33

Now the Work Begins for the Pens

Crosby's return game was a huge success, but now the work really begins for the Pens

How Are the Pens Doing? Games 4-13

Analyzing the Pens' play in games 4-13

How Much Have an Improved Neal, Malkin helped the Power Play?

How much have James Neal and Evgeni Malkin aided the power play that has been almost dormant before this season?

Charity Point Index 2010-2011

A look at what would happen if we turned the clock back to the 1998-1999 season for scoring methods in the NHL for 2010-2011.

A new way to look at player efficiency

Exploring the Penguins' GVT per time on ice.

A new way to look at player value

Managing a salary cap in today's NHL isn't simply about making sure you don't go over—apologies to Mr. Lamoriello—but about making sure you get proper value for your cap expenditures.

Thoughts On The Pens

Thoughts on the Pens thus far

Sidney Crosby and the Top Six Forwards: who are they?

Sidney Crosby and the Top Six Forwards: who are they?

Is Geno's shift length really that bad?

Is Geno's shift length really that bad?

So who gets to be a Penguin next year?

What should the Penguins do with their roster this offseason?

Is Fleury's bounce back ability unusual this playoffs?

Is Fleury a freak of statistical nature? A look at Fleury's apparent ability to bounce back after a loss.

Examining the Penguins Playoff Performers

A lengthy look at Penguins players in line to improve (or fall off) in the postseason.

Phoenix vs. Detroit and what it could mean for Pittsburgh

Can the Phoenix Coyotes' success act as a template for the Penguins?