The Pittsburgh Penguins and Colorado Avalanche played in a Sunday matinee in Denver. Pittsburgh was bucking the trend and earned a 4-0 lead early in the game. Sidney Crosby scored four points to help the cause, but the mighty Avalanche took over and proved why they’re the best team in hockey. [PensBurgh]
Penguins defenseman Jack St. Ivany recently made his NHL debut against the Dallas Stars. The California kid started playing hockey in SoCal, where he developed a love for the game that led him to this point. [Penguins]
Penguins goalie prospect Joel Blomqvist has impressed many in the AHL after transitioning from European to North American ice in his first professional season on the continent.