MetzerMetrics: Trade Deadline Edition – 04/06/13
MetzerMetrics for 04-06-13 – as heard on PensWeek!
MetzerMetrics for 04-06-13 – as heard on PensWeek!
By Brian Metzer The Penguins have acquired left wing Jussi Jokinen from the Carolina Hurricanes for a conditional sixth-round or seventh-round pick in 2013. Jokinen, who was recently waived by Carolina, has one year left on a contract that carries a $3 million salary-cap hit for next season. Carolina will pick up a portion of…
By Brian Metzer As we all know, the NHL has a handful of “holidays” throughout the year. The biggest of which is probably the first day of free agency, but the league’s trade deadline is right up and there may even carry more weight as it is the final chance for teams to tweak their…
Jason Huskins takes a look at the Penguins’ new additions and how they impact a roster that was eliminated from the playoffs earlier than expected one year ago.
By Brian Metzer The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired Jarome Iginla for Ben Hanowski, Kenny Agostino and a 2013 first-round draft pick. Though it looked like the Boston Bruins had the inside track on acquiring the Calgary Flames captain, general manager Ray Shero was able to finalize a deal during the small hours of Thursday morning. According to Calgary…
Penguins GM Ray Shero closes another, picks up defenseman Douglas Murray.
The Penguins acquire Brenden Morrow + 3rd round pick from Dallas for Joe Morrow + 5th round pick.
Dan Scifo is back with a look at yesterday’s 2-1 win over the Bruins.
By Brian Metzer Anyone who is familiar with me, the owner, operator, editor, lord and ruler of this website pretty much has a handle on the fact that From the Point is as much a place for music – specifically metal – as it is hockey. Dr. Egon Spengler was once quoted as saying, “Don’t…
Jason Huskins takes a look at the Penguins goaltenders and what can be done to get them both playing with a high level of confidence again.