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No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast

Pittsburgh Hockey Now

Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now delivers the inside scoops and analysis a few times per week on the Pittsburgh Penguins. Locker room interviews, expert analysis and whatever else we can scrape together.

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24:55

Letang's OT Rocket & Why Coaches Never Scratch Stars...

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2026/01/05

Dan defends keeping Kris Letang in the lineup through slumps—then he buries an overtime winner vs. Columbus! We recap the Penguins' 2-1 week (Detroit sweep + comeback win), Letang's resurgence since Kuhlak settled in, and why scratching top players rarely works in the NHL.

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40:23

[FULL EPISODE] Penguins Are For Real? Letang OT...

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2026/01/05

Dan Kingerski and Anthony Jardine break down the Pittsburgh Penguins' massive weekend: back-to-back wins over Detroit and a huge comeback against Columbus. Is Chris Letang turning the corner after his OT snipe? Are the Penguins actually playoff contenders this season—or is it time to fully embrace the rebuild?We dive deep into:Letang's accountability, inconsistency, and recent strong playWhy the team keeps responding to failures and improvingPlayoff morale boost for Sid, the young core, and the

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15:44

Penguins Playoffs: Good for Rebuild or Just Morale?...

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2026/01/05

Are the Penguins legit playoff threats in 2025-26? We debate if making the postseason boosts morale for Sid & the young core, or if tanking for higher picks is smarter. Plus: Dubas' cold-blooded moves (Chinakhov trade, Skinner addition), veteran trade scenarios, and why quantity of draft picks + playoff experience might be the real path forward.

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44:50

[FULL EPISODE] Kris Letang Debate, Slow Play Slump,...

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/29

Dan Kingerski records a spur-of-the-moment late-night episode from Chicago with special guest Anthony Jardine (Original Pittsburgh Winery) right after the Penguins' dominant victory over the Blackhawks. They dive into Kris Letang's recent mistakes and the heated "hold him accountable" debate, why the team played too slow and cute in December, the lack of net-front chaos and rebound finishing, Justin Brazeau's emergence, Kyle Dubas' eye for second-chance talent, and why the kids' line needs a

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23:59

Letang's Mistakes, Accountability, and the "Big...

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/29

Dan and Anthony go deep on Kris Letang's defensive errors (including the early giveaway vs. Chicago), why benching/scratching a veteran star like him is unlikely, the Penguins' nostalgia for the "Big Three," and whether the coaching staff owes the team tougher lineup decisions to prioritize winning over sentiment.

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20:46

Slow Breakouts, Net-Front Trash, Brazeau's Breakout,...

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/29

Dan & Anthony break down why the Penguins' December slide came from playing too slow and perimeter-heavy, the lack of crease chaos and rebound finishing, Justin Brazeau's surprising impact and soft hands, the value of Kyle Dubas' second-chance signings (Brazeau, Waterspoon, etc.), the kids line's need for a finisher, and quick hits on sports science improvements and draft philosophy.

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40:26

[FULL EPISODE] Penguins Core, Defending Dan Muse +...

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/22

In this edition of No Pucks Given, Dan Kingerski breaks down the big picture for the Penguins after their crucial win on Sunday, calling it a "whole reset" for the team. Now that Sidney Crosby has secured the franchise's all-time leading scorer record, the discussion shifts to the uncertain future of the core, including Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang. Plus, the rumor mill is churning, but the focus is on who the Penguins might trade—not who they might acquire. Tune in as Kingerski tackles trade

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26:02

Evaluating the Penguins Core, Sunday's Win &...

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/22

Dan is back with the latest after the Penguins' big win Sunday and what it means moving forward. Plus, Crosby's record-setting night, why Dan Muse shouldn't be chased with pitchforks into the Allegheny! Buckle up!

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14:19

Latest on Trade Front + Final Thoughts

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/22

Dan shares what he's hearing on the trade rumor front and closes the show with more thoughts on the current state of the Pens.

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44:33

[FULL EPISODE] The Collapse, the Goalies, & Dubas's...

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/15

In Episode 43 of No Pucks Given, Dan Kingerski breaks down the Pittsburgh Penguins' brutal weekend collapse—squandering a four-goal lead Saturday and a three-goal edge Sunday. Hear raw locker room insight from Erik Karlsson on the team's crippling lack of confidence and "overthinking" mindset, plus Sidney Crosby's plea to "get over the hump."Dan dives into the goaltending shakeup after the Tristan Jarry trade, evaluating prospects Joel Blomqvist, Sergey Murashov, Artyom Shelyov, and incoming Stuart

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15:00

Penguins BLOW Lead, Karlsson & Crosby From Locker Room

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/15

Timecode:0:19 Recording late after a whirlwind day0:46 Penguins blow another multi-goal lead (vs Utah 5-4 OT)1:04 Podcast topics: Blown leads, goaltending, Murashov, expectations1:48 Deep dive on blown late leads3:11 Penguins deserve way more wins than their record shows4:13 Erik Karlsson post-game locker room audio5:15 Karlsson on confidence, overthinking, and mindset6:54 Reaction to Karlsson - "Regain trust" is huge8:05 Third-period defensive collapse breakdown9:05 Goaltender interference

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29:26

Diving into the Goaltending Situation

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/15

Dan continues and talks all about the Penguins at goalie and more.Timecode:17:11 Why the team is deflating + loser points keeping them afloat19:50 Goaltending situation - Tristan Jarry trade breakdown22:45 How the Jarry trade clears the deck for the future25:25 Archer Shelovs recent struggles26:01 Stuart Skinner outlook and possibilities27:13 Sergei Murashov - Ready-ish but rough edges showing31:43 Murashov development dilemma: NHL lumps or AHL work?34:11 Where do the Penguins go from here?34:20

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52:46

[FULL EPISODE] SPECIAL REPORT: Jarry Traded to...

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/13

The Pittsburgh Penguins made a deal Friday night, shipping goaltender Tristan Jarry & forward Samuel Poulin to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for goalie Stuart Skinner, defenseman Brett Kulak, second-round pick in 2029. Dan gives you his unfiltered reaction and takes your questions.

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30:00

SPECIAL REPORT: Penguins Trade Jarry to Oilers

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/13

The Penguins have traded Tristan Jarry to the Edmonton Oilers and Dan Kingerski from Pittsburgh Hockey Now has instant reaction and takes your questions on the deal, the future of the Penguins and more!

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22:39

Listener Questions & Takes on Jarry Trade

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/13

Our special show continues with Dan answering more of your questions on the Jarry trade and more!

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59:26

[FULL EPISODE] Penguins Blowing Leads, Empty-Net...

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/11

Dan Kingerski breaks down why the Penguins keep coughing up late leads (including the wild Anaheim 0.1-second goal), debates Letang-Karlsson together in crunch time, dives into real trade possibilities, and explains the growing disconnect between the locker room’s “win-now” mindset and Kyle Dubas’s longer view. Plus attendance gripes, shootout woes, and your questions answered live.

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32:30

Pens Coughing Up Late Leads + Your Questions!

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/11

Dan runs down the latest with the Penguins on the ice as well as the locker room and takes your questions!

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26:55

Your Questions...Dan's Answers Continued!

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/11

Dan continues to field your questions on all things Penguins!

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44:44

[FULL EPISODE] Tristan Jarry Trade Rumors & More!

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/08

Dan Kingerski and Vince Comunale debate keeping red-hot Tristan Jarry amid Oilers trade rumors, Erik Karlsson's resurgence, lineup decisions with returning players, and why the Penguins are poised to sneak into the playoffs in a wide-open East. Straight talk, no fluff!

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25:15

Should the Pens Ship Jarry to Edmonton?

No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast ·

2025/12/08

Host Dan Kingerski is joined by Vince Comunale to discuss the swirling trade rumors around Tristan Jarry and make the argument why the team should NOT trade the red-hot goaltender.

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