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The Pittsburgh Penguins have stumbled as of late in the Metropolitan Division, and they could stand to make some upgrades at the trade deadline. The 2014-15 Penguins lack depth and defense, and they are relying too much on top stars like Sidney Crosby. Jim Rutherford is in his first season as general manager of the Pens, and he's an executive that is always looking to get ahead of the competition—that was certainly the case when Pittsburgh swooped up David Perron. There are a number of players who will be available at the March 2 deadline—here are the top targets Pittsburgh should covet ...

Despite impressive wins in their last two games, the Pittsburgh Penguins find themselves in the unfamiliar position of looking up at the Metropolitan Division leaders instead of looking down at the rest of the division.After a strong start this season with a revamped roster and new coaching staff, the Pens looked as if they would breeze through the regular season as they have in previous years, but their offensive output is down and concern among their fans is up.Having collapsed in the postseason yet again last year and with only the final quarter of the regular season left to right the ship, let's take a ...

The Pittsburgh Penguins made a big move earlier this season to acquire David Perron, and acquiring him helped solidify the top line. However, there are still areas in which the Penguins could stand to improve in order to compete within a tough Metropolitan Division. The New York Rangers and New York Islanders currently sit ahead of the Penguins, and the Washington Capitals are within close striking distance.  The Penguins are going to make the playoffs, but there is no guarantee that they will make it out of the first round. With that in mind, here are the Penguins' biggest needs ahead of ...

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang has been the subject of a debate from the beginning of his career. As one of the better offensive rearguards in the league, Letang has made a name for himself on an international scale. However, the other facets of his game keep him from reaching the level of an elite National Hockey League defenseman. Last night’s performance echoes the polarizing nature of Letang’s game. While the 27-year-old opened the scoring for the Penguins in their 5-4 shootout victory over the Ottawa Senators on February 12, his defensive play nearly cost the Pittsburgh the win. It started in the ...

Legendary baseball executive Bill Veeck once said, "The best trades are the ones you don't make." While that advice was directed to the baseball establishment, it's also good advice for the hockey world. Like any team, the Pittsburgh Penguins have seen their share of blockbuster trades, and while some trades have helped the franchise, others have proven to be disastrous. As the March 2 trade deadline draws closer and rumors develop, let's examine the five worst trades in Penguins history.Begin Slideshow

For the Pittsburgh Penguins, losing by a score of 5-0 is unfamiliar territory. The Metropolitan Division leaders have been poised for home-ice advantage in the upcoming Stanley Cup playoffs, but Saturday's blowout at the hands of the Vancouver Canucks highlighted out some familiar and worrying concerns. The 5-0 defeat for Pittsburgh hands it its first regulation loss of the season against a Canadian opponent and exposed many issues related to the Penguins’ style of play. While still a lock for the Stanley Cup playoffs, their play raises questions as to how far the Penguins will go. This Canucks matchup unveiled a great ...

Like every recent season, the Pittsburgh Penguins have been one of the more premier clubs in the NHL. Led by captain Sidney Crosby, the team always finishes in the top of the league standings with bright playoff hopes dangling in front of it by season’s end. And like every other team in the league, the Penguins have their fair share of ups and downs. This year, the club has fared well again in its fight for the Metropolitan Division crown; however, the Pens have failed to find consistency in many different facets of their game. Injuries and illness are two of the ...

Having already completed three trades this season, some might think that Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Jim Rutherford is done tinkering with his roster. However, with his franchise players in their late 20s, and with the Pens coming off yet another disappointing postseason performance, Rutherford knows that the team is in a "win-now" mode and, having been one of the most active deal-makers with the Carolina Hurricanes, figures to be even more active this year. With the March 2 trade deadline now less than a month away, let's take a look at the top five trade rumors swirling around the Pens.Begin Slideshow

For the first time in a long time, the Pittsburgh Penguins find themselves looking up at a rival in the standings instead of looking down on the rest of their division. Having tallied their lowest point total in any season since their Stanley Cup-winning 2008-09 campaign, the Pens have some work to do to get to where they need to be before the postseason. With the schedule's midway point in the rear-view mirror and the trade deadline looming, let's take a look at stories for the Penguins that will be worth watching during the second half of the season.Begin Slideshow

The Pittsburgh Penguins made some noise on the trade front on Tuesday, as they dealt Marcel Goc to the St. Louis Blues in exchange for Maxim Lapierre. However, with the Penguins looking to solve depth issues, this signing may not be in their best interest. When the Penguins said they needed to improve their depth, they specifically needed a checking winger and some versatility. While this was acquired in 2013 with the signing of Goc, and more recently David Perron, the latest deal has spiraled away from general manager Jim Rutherford’s mandate. Additionally, the Pens already have the grittiness that they wanted ...