Locked On Penguins - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Penguins
961 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 42 ratingsLocked On Penguins podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Pittsburgh Penguins and the National Hockey League. Hosted by Hunter Hodies, a staff writer for Sports Illustrated’s The Spun, and Patrick Damp, a former player, digital producer at KDKA-TV News, and author of the Penguins Perspectives column on KDKA.com, the Locked On Penguins podcast provides your daily Penguins fix with expert opinions, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Pens franchise and their five Stanley Cups. Locked On Penguins takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Penguins locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Penguins podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your team. Every day.
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A MAJOR standout from the Penguins third preseason game emerges!
September 27, 2023 21:23 - 29 minutes - 23.6 MBThe Penguins played a fun game against the Red Wings on Tuesday night and Hunter, along with Pat, are here to break it down. They discuss who their biggest standout was and how he is giving it all he has to make the team. They then discuss a couple of the other standouts, including Sam Poulin and Alex Nedeljkovic. After that, they dive into how PO Joseph has likely done enough to hold off Ty Smith before getting into the practice lines that we saw on Wednesday. What stood out to both hosts? ...
Who to watch for in the Penguins third preseason game!
September 26, 2023 20:40 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBIt's another Pittsburgh Penguins game day! Hunter and Pat preview the action to come against the Detroit Red Wings starting with which players they'll have their eye on for the game. Who is Pat most looking forward to watching? Will Hunter's answer surprise you? The two then discuss other players who will be under the microscope, including Colin White and Vinnie Hinostroza as they continue to fight for jobs. They even get into a discussion of what they want to see from the team overall since...
Who stood out during Sunday's two Penguins preseason games?
September 25, 2023 20:46 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins finally played a couple of actual hockey games on Sunday with two split-squad preseason games. Before Hunter and Pat get to those games though, they discuss some of the first roster cuts and if anything stood out. They also look at how the Mark Psysk injury affects things for the No. 6 defensive spot as he's trying to make the team. They look at how it's good news that he wasn't outright cut so hopefully, the injury isn't that big of a deal. After that, they analyze w...
Penguins Training Camp Day 2 Analysis with Josh Yohe!
September 22, 2023 21:44 - 45 minutes - 36.8 MBHunter and Pat wrap up the first week of daily episodes with Josh Yohe from The Athletic. They start with Josh's thoughts and analysis from the second day of training camp and what stood out to him on Friday. That includes Evgeni Malkin and Reilly Smith starting to form some chemistry, as well as Colin White looking good on a PTO. Is there a chance White makes the team out of camp since he was good enough to be on the Florida Panthers last year? They also dive into Erik Karlsson and how he's...
Penguins Training Camp Day One Analysis!
September 21, 2023 21:36 - 33 minutes - 27.3 MBTraining camp is finally here, which means Pat and Hunter have live hockey to react to. They first discuss some of the lines that stood out to them on Thursday, even though Mike Sullivan says to not read into them...too much! Hey, they read into the "duos" if you will. They especially look at Vinnie Hinostroza and how he was skating with Sidney Crosby and Bryan Rust and if we could see that in a preseason game soon. They then look at how the defensive pairings seem to be playing out as expec...
It's time for Penguins training camp!
September 20, 2023 21:05 - 34 minutes - 28 MBIt feels like Christmas, doesn't it?! Hunter and Pat are back with another episode of Locked On Penguins and this one is the training camp preview! They get everyone ready to go detailing some of the schedule and discussing some of the biggest storylines heading into camp. They also look at some other under-the-radar things to look for at camp before moving on to more broadcaster news. They discuss who the Penguins' color commentators for television will be for this season and how it'll be a...
Penguins/Flyers rivalry revisited and the future of it with Locked On Flyers!
September 19, 2023 21:27 - 32 minutes - 26.2 MBIt's a special crossover edition of Locked On Penguins on Tuesday as the hosts of Locked On Flyers join the show! During the episode, they discuss how the Penguins fanbase feels about the team heading into the season and whether Kyle Dubas has injected enough life into it with this offseason moves. They also look at how great Brayden Yager played during prospects camp and how he was the best player on the ice, especially during the third game. They also look at whether the Penguins can compe...
The Penguins make more changes to their broadcasting teams!
September 18, 2023 22:02 - 36 minutes - 29.4 MBWe are back to daily episodes! Hunter and Pat welcome everyone to Season 5 of the Locked On Penguins podcast with some fresh news about the broadcasting teams. The two discuss how Steve Mears will be brought back as the radio PXP voice and how this is a good thing while also giving their thoughts on Phil Bourque staying as the radio color commentator. They also analyze Hailey Hunter replacing Dan Potash on the broadcast while also wondering who the color commentator will be for Josh Getzoff ...
Which Penguins prospects impressed during Friday's prospects challenge?
September 16, 2023 01:06 - 30 minutes - 24.2 MBFriday was the first day of the Prospects Challenge and even though the Penguins lost, some decent hockey was still played. Jeff Taylor of Fly Penguins Fly joins Hunter for this episode since Patrick Damp had a couple of things come up. They first discuss their thoughts on the Pens-Bruins prospects game and who stood out. Did Sam Houde impress? What about Joel Blomqvist? Hunter also discusses a player who some may not have noticed that much, but he did. After that, the two dive into what it ...
Penguins training camp storylines!
September 13, 2023 21:39 - 29 minutes - 23.7 MBTraining camp is less than two weeks away! To get into the spirit of things, Hunter and Pat dive into three of the biggest storylines heading into camp with the season so close to starting. They first dive into Erik Karlsson and how he will mesh with the Penguins under Mike Sullivan. How will he do when it comes to not being "the guy" every night? What will having a partner in Marcus Pettersson do for him? In turn, how will EK65 help Evgeni Malkin since the latter will FINALLY get ice time w...
Who are "locks" for the Pittsburgh Penguins bottom six this season?
September 12, 2023 20:31 - 28 minutes - 22.8 MBIt's the final week of 3 shows, and Pat and Hunter start off Tuesday's podcast edition with Colin White signing a PTO. They dive into his numbers from his time with the Senators and Panthers and give fans a taste of what to expect from him. They also analyze whether he has what it takes to make the team since his numbers have dropped a bit since his career-high season in 2018-19. After that, they get into the latest Tomas Tatar news as he has signed a one-year contract with the Colorado Aval...
Reasonable expectations for Jeff Carter this season?
September 08, 2023 22:26 - 32 minutes - 25.8 MBHappy Friday! With that comes another episode of the podcast as Pat and Hunter start the show with which players will surprise in camp and make the team. Both hosts come up with outside-the-box picks that are not currently on the roster while also looking at whether any of the fringe players can surprise. After that, they dive into the prospects challenge lineup being announced and who they're excited to see. It starts off with Brayden Yager as he was the top pick in this year's draft. How w...
The Penguins continue to add to their front office!
September 07, 2023 20:10 - 34 minutes - 27.3 MBHunter is back for this episode of Locked On Penguins and together, he and Pat discuss the Doug Wilson hire and how it looks to be a slam dunk for the Pittsburgh Penguins. They look at how Wilson did during his tenure with the San Jose Sharks and how he turned them into a contender for over a decade. The two analyze his role with the Penguins and how this front office is shaping up to be among the best in the NHL. After that, the two discuss how the Penguins have a great shot at finishing th...
Will Phil Kessel put his Iron Man streak on the line for the Penguins?
September 04, 2023 17:33 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBGarrett Behanna joins Patrick Damp on this episode of Locked On Penguins and they talk about how Phil Kessel's people have informed NHL teams that he's willing to give up his Iron Man streak in order to play this season, so does that mean a Penguins reunion is in the works? They discuss if it's worth it for both sides, then since it's Garrett's first time on the show, they talk about his expectations for this Penguins team this upcoming season. Are they a contender, will they make the postse...
A shake up in the broadcast booth is coming, what's next?
September 01, 2023 18:49 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBJosh Taylor joins Patrick Damp on this episode of the Locked On Penguins Podcast and they discuss the breaking news that Steve Mears and Bob Errey will not be on the broadcast team this upcoming season and what could come next for the team's television broadcast. They also look back on the Penguins' career of one Carl Hagelin, the H in the HBK line, and what he meant to the team, the two Stanley Cups, and more. Lastly, on this day in 1999, Mario Lemieux's purchase of the Pittsburgh Penguins ...
The Penguins sign 3 PTOs: Who stays, who goes?
August 30, 2023 19:13 - 33 minutesThe Pittsburgh Penguins have been busy this week and Hunter and Pat are here to discuss all of the latest news. They first start out with the three players who were signed to PTO contracts late Tuesday night into Wednesday and analyze whether they have a shot of making the team. They start with Lubor Hajek and how his NHL sample has been ROUGH, to say the least before looking at both Mark Pysyk and Austin Wagner. Which of those two have the best odds of making the team? Can Pysyk push Ruhwede...
The Penguins sign 3 PTOs: Who stays, who goes?
August 30, 2023 19:13 - 29 minutes - 24 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins have been busy this week and Hunter and Pat are here to discuss all of the latest news. They first start out with the three players who were signed to PTO contracts late Tuesday night into Wednesday and analyze whether they have a shot of making the team. They start with Lubor Hajek and how his NHL sample has been ROUGH, to say the least before looking at both Mark Pysyk and Austin Wagner. Which of those two have the best odds of making the team? Can Pysyk push Ruhwed...
Opening up the Penguins mailbag part 2!
August 28, 2023 18:50 - 33 minutes - 27.1 MBHappy Monday! Hunter and Pat are back with part 2 of the show's mailbag edition, and they have some great questions to answer! They first start out by discussing the goaltending and how Alex Nedeljkovic could be primed for a rebound this year. They look at how he played with the Carolina Hurricanes and discuss how he'll be going to a better defensive system than the one he was a part of while with the Red Wings. They also discuss whether Tristan Jarry will have a bounce-back season in 2023 b...
Opening up the Penguins mailbag, Part 1!
August 25, 2023 21:34 - 41 minutes - 33.2 MBIt's a mailbag Friday edition of the Locked On Penguins podcast as Hunter and Pat answer your questions! They first look at who will score more points between Erik Karlsson and Sidney Crosby this season before looking at whether Letang and Karlsson will be on the power play together. They also answer a question about who could be dealt at the deadline for help since the Penguins are up against the salary cap. They then discuss a possible Phil Kessel reunion and why it would be a lot of fun, ...
Is the NHL finally getting back to Olympic competitions?
August 23, 2023 21:45 - 33 minutes - 26.9 MBHappy Wednesday! Hunter and Pat are back for another episode of the podcast as the two start out with whether Sidney Crosby will hit 100 points this season or not. They look at what he did this past season and how he stayed relatively healthy, though he finished with 93 points. How can he get 7 extra points for this season? The two look at how Erik Karlsson will be a big factor in getting him to 100 and how Jake Guentzel could also be a big factor if he's able to play at a higher level once ...
Who are some good PTO candidates for the Penguins?
August 21, 2023 21:12 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBIt's Monday, so yinz know what that means! In this episode, Hunter and Pat dive into some PTO options for the Penguins, starting with Nolan Patrick. He didn't play this past season as he continues to battle back from injuries, but could he be an option if he is healthy? The two analyze what he's done at the NHL level so far and while he may not be what everyone thought he was going to be, he could still be a good bet for a team that needs more offense for its bottom six. They then look at Je...
Welcome to the Pittsburgh Penguins Multiverse Of Madness!
August 18, 2023 18:37 - 30 minutes - 24.6 MBWelcome to a Fun Friday edition of the Locked On Penguins podcast as Pat and Hunter bring you the Multiverse Of Madness. They look at a few "What If" scenarios in Penguins' history and start with Sidney Crosby not getting a concussion during the 2010-11 season. They look at how much time he missed and how we were all robbed of "Prime Sidney Crosby." They discuss how many more points he would have right now if he didn't miss that time, plus if the Penguins would have had another Stanley Cup d...
A special Penguins-Jackets crossover with Jay Forster of Locked On Blue Jackets!
August 17, 2023 00:06 - 40 minutes - 32.3 MBIt's crossover Wednesday as another Metropolitan Division rival host joins Locked On Penguins for a special crossover. Hunter and Pat sit down with Jay to discuss both teams this offseason, starting with the Penguins. Jay asks both hosts how Kyle Dubas has done this offseason and if the Penguins are a contender heading into the year. He also gets into the obvious Erik Karlsson trade and how the Penguins really didn't have to give up much value to the Sharks before the roles are reversed. Hun...
Will the Penguins figure out a way to sign Tomas Tatar?
August 14, 2023 20:35 - 30 minutes - 24.1 MBIt's already mid-August and the season will be here before we know it! Hunter and Pat start off today's show with the latest updates on Tomas Tatar and why he seems to be in discussions for a contract with the Penguins. Hunter and Pat look at how he'd be a great fit for the team as the Penguins lack a true middle-six winger for the bottom six. They also analyze how this would give the Penguins a basically perfect offseason considering everything else Kyle Dubas has done. They then try to fig...
Putting the Erik Karlsson trade in historical context!
August 11, 2023 19:11 - 31 minutes - 25.3 MBIt's Friday, but we're still not done with the Erik Karlsson content. Hunter and Pat continue to discuss Karlsson to start this episode by going into their biggest takeaways from his press conference on Wednesday. They look at how he seems ready to be a leader in the locker room and how he felt refreshed to be there considering all of the trade rumors he's had to deal with. They also discuss how he seemed to keep it real with everyone and how he didn't give the same boring answers that other...
Top Pairing Erik Karlsson - who plays more minutes?
August 09, 2023 19:51 - 26 minutes - 21.6 MBHappy Wednesday, and yes, the Erik Karlsson content continues. It is Erik Karlsson week after all! Hunter and Pat start the show off by discussing who between Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson will be getting the true top pairing minutes. Is it going to be closer than some think? Hunter gives his argument for what could put Kris Letang over the top while Pat gives his argument as to who is going to get the more time. They then discuss how this is a great luxury for the Penguins and Mike Sullivan...
Erik Karlsson is a Penguin...what now?
August 07, 2023 19:55 - 36 minutes - 29 MBIt's been quite the last 24 hours for the Pittsburgh Penguins with the Erik Karlsson deal. After doing an emergency show on Sunday, Pat and Hunter are back for a normal show on Monday as they continue to discuss the Erik Karlsson deal. They look at why the naysayers are looking at this deal all wrong considering that the Penguins have won three Stanley Cups during this era and how this trade sets the Penguins up to not be irrelevant sooner rather than later. They also look at what this deal ...
BREAKING NEWS: Erik Karlsson is a Pittsburgh Penguin!
August 06, 2023 17:01 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBThe day has finally come! Erik Karlsson is a freaking member of the Pittsburgh Penguins! Pat and Hunter dive into the trade for this special episode of the Locked On Penguins podcast and give their immediate reactions to it. They look at how Kyle Dubas fleeced both teams in the deal and how the Penguins really didn't have to give up much to get the reigning Norris Trophy winner. They then analyze how much Karlsson will help on the power play, plus how he will take some pressure off Kris Leta...
Jake Guentzel hurt, Erik Karlsson in? Kyle Dubas promoted!
August 04, 2023 18:07 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBHunter and Pat are back for an episode of the podcast on Friday and oh boy, there are A LOT of topics to discuss. They first start off with the Jake Guentzel injury as the Penguins got brutal news on him to start the day on Friday. They look at how this will affect things with the team for the next 12+ weeks. They also discuss who will replace him on the top line to start the season and Hunter even puts Drew O'Connor's name into the fold, even though he has never gotten top six minutes befor...
It's time for another Penguins-Rangers crossover with Jon Chik!
August 02, 2023 13:59 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBHappy Wednesday! It's just Hunter for this special episode of the Locked On Penguins podcast because Pat had something work-related coming up, but the show must always go on, right? Hunter is joined by Jon Chik of Locked On New York Rangers to discuss Nick Bonino signing with the Rangers and what that means for them going forward. What kind of impact will he have with them this season? Will Hunter ever feel weird about Bonino being a Ranger after everything he accomplished as a Penguin? Is h...
Forecasting Drew O'Connor's next contract with the Penguins!
July 31, 2023 20:32 - 29 minutes - 24 MBHappy Monday, and the final day of July! Hunter and Pat are back for another fresh episode of the podcast and they start the show with some front-office news from over the weekend as Amanda Kessel was hired to the Penguins front office full-time. The two dive into what that means for the front office and what her expertise is likely going to be before looking at how this is the same role that Jason Spezza had under Dubas in Toronto. They also dive into what their future could look like as a ...
Which Penguin players are next for the HOF, plus the new co-host debuts!
July 28, 2023 20:28 - 36 minutes - 29.4 MBHunter has added some help to the Locked On Penguins podcast as Patrick Damp of Dying Alive is now the show's new co-host. Pat introduces himself to everyone before they dive into the first topic: Matt Murray being placed on LTIR. They discuss how he hasn't been the same since his father passed away a few years ago, plus how he still can't overcome his injuries. They look at how he's come close to returning to where he used to be in 2016, 2017, and 2018, but just gets hurt before that can ha...
Who is under the most pressure this season for the Penguins?
July 27, 2023 01:08 - 32 minutes - 26.2 MBThe guests continue to roll in as we are now in the late stages of summer. Joining Wednesday's edition of the show is Matt Gajtka, formerly of DK Pittsburgh Sports, and they first discuss which Penguin players are under the most pressure heading into the season. They look at a player like Jeff Petry, who didn't perform up to expectations this season, along with Bryan Rust, before Matt brings up an obvious candidate in Sidney Crosby as he tries to defy time. They also look at Mike Sullivan an...
Constructing the perfect Erik Karlsson trade with JD Young of Locked On Sharks!
July 25, 2023 04:26 - 35 minutes - 28.3 MBIt's Tuesday, July 25th, and Erik Karlsson is still providing us with much content. Because of that, Hunter is joined by JD Young of Locked On Sharks to break everything down when it comes to Erik Karlsson. They first look at Karlsson's comments over the weekend to a Swedish reporter and what their main takeaways are before diving into how much longer this is going to go on. They analyze whether Mike Grier is going to stop playing this game of chicken with every team before diving into wheth...
What were some of the best Penguins goals this past season?
July 22, 2023 00:04 - 25 minutes - 20.8 MBHappy Friday! Hunter is back with more Penguins content and starts the show by discussing some of the best goals of this past season. Where does Evgeni Malkin's goal against Darcy Kuemper rank? What about his goal against the Calgary Flames in the shootout after he had his 1,000th game against the Chicago Blackhawks recently? Hunter also discusses Sidney Crosby's brilliant goal against the Colorado Avalanche in late March while he was at the Steel Panther show. He showed off once again why h...
Are we underrating the Penguins offseason so far, with Jesse Marshall!
July 20, 2023 05:14 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBHunter is back with another guest for this episode of the Locked On Penguins podcast as Jesse Marshall from The Athletic and McKeens Hockey joins to discuss the Penguins' offseason to date, specifically for how much they have improved so far this offseason. The two look at Dom's article from The Athletic and how his model is super optimistic regarding the Penguins' offseason. Do Hunter and Jesse feel the same way? They look at the moves that Dubas made and while they have improved, it still ...
Will Sidney Crosby crack the top 10 of the NHL's all-time points leaders this season?
July 17, 2023 21:22 - 26 minutes - 21 MBWelcome to the dead zone! Hunter starts the show by discussing Ty Smith's contract and what it means for the Penguins this upcoming season. Is he going to be able to take a spot in the lineup every night? Is the battle against PO Joseph going to be that much more interesting? Hunter also looks at how the Penguins need to be careful with Smithy because he is no longer waivers exempt. He will now have to go through waivers in order to be sent down to WBS this upcoming season. He also dives int...
Opening up the mailbag part 2! Plus, Tristan Jarry is ready for a revenge tour!
July 15, 2023 01:12 - 50 minutes - 40.3 MBHunter wraps up the mailbag discussion during today's episode of the Locked On Penguins podcast and is joined by first-time guest Patrick Damp to also wrap up Season 4 of the show. They discuss questions regarding backup plans for the Penguins if they're not able to get Erik Karlsson, and that's where Hunter brings up Troy Terry, even though he's an RFA. He's exactly the type of player that Kyle Dubas would go after, even though he's not another defenseman. Hunter also takes questions regard...
Part One of opening up the mailbag!
July 14, 2023 03:11 - 29 minutes - 23.6 MBHunter decided to open up the mailbag for the first time in quite a while on Thursday and some great questions were asked! To start the show, Hunter dives into all of the Erik Karlsson questions, including whether this deal will get done by August 1st and what may have to be included for a deal to work. He also takes a question about what the best food is in PPG Paints Arena before looking at if Mike Sullivan could be on the hot seat if the Penguins stumble out of the gate. He also looks at ...
Noel Acciari and Lars Eller reveal the plans for the Penguins bottom six!
July 12, 2023 03:25 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBThe dog days of summer have arrived but that doesn't mean there are not things to discuss! For this episode, Hunter is joined by Tyler Weeks of Around The 412 to discuss what Lars Eller and Noel Acciari had to say to the media on Tuesday. They look at how the plans for the bottom six were revealed and whether or not it's a good plan with a core that's a bit older. They look at the potential of a Nieto-Eller-Acciari line and whether that will be the third line heading into the year. After tha...
Everyone ready for the forward battles during Penguins training camp?
July 11, 2023 02:50 - 23 minutes - 19.1 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins made a couple of roster signings on Friday and they were peak Kyle Dubas moves. To start the show, Hunter dives into the two signings of Vinnie Hinostroza and Andreas Johnsson as Dubas brought in more depth players to compete for roster spots. Hunter starts by breaking down Hinostroza's strengths and weaknesses before moving over to Johnsson. He discusses how he's one heck of a playmaker and it showed during his time in New Jersey. He also has a history with Kyle Duba...
Should the Penguins take a flier on Filip Zadina?
July 08, 2023 03:56 - 28 minutes - 22.7 MBHappy Friday! It's starting to get quiet around the NHL but that doesn't mean the content stops. Hunter is re-joined by Doug Glattke on his episode of the podcast and they first discuss Filip Zadina after he was placed on waivers before he had his contract terminated earlier this week. The two look at him as an option for the bottom six and ponder whether the team should take a flier on him. Hunter goes over his numbers from this past season along with how he's gotten better defensively befo...
What does Drew O'Connor's salary arbitration mean for the Penguins?
July 06, 2023 18:52 - 27 minutes - 22.2 MBHappy Thursday again! This time, there's hardly any Erik Karlsson content for yinz as Hunter starts the show with some talk regarding Drew O'Connor. He dives into O'Connor filing for salary arbitration and what that means for him and the Penguins. He discusses how the two sides likely won't have to go to arbitration and that a deal should be easy to negotiate before looking at how this opens up a second buyout window for the team. He discusses when the second buyout window would open and if ...
Is this Erik Karlsson to the Penguins thing going to happen, with Josh Yohe!
July 05, 2023 20:54 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBHappy Wednesday! Hunter is back from his Fourth of July celebrations and is joined by Josh Yohe to discuss the past few days in Penguin Land. They first discuss the Erik Karlsson situation and if there's anything new on it. Josh drops a couple of nuggets about it, including about how something almost happened on Saturday before they look at how he would fit onto the team. They analyze who would play with him at 5v5 while also spitballing if he and Kris Letang would run the power play since T...
Does the bottom six need another scorer?
July 03, 2023 22:09 - 23 minutes - 19.1 MBHappy Monday! Hunter starts off the latest episode of the show by touching on the moves that were made to the bottom six over the weekend. He discusses why they help the unit defensively but also why they may not get as much offense from it. He dives into Matt Nieto's numbers and why he benefitted from playing in San Jose's top six this past season before looking at how Lars Eller doesn't bring as much offense as he used to. He then argues that the Penguins mainly have two fourth lines right...
BONUS: The Penguins made A LOT of moves on Saturday! Are they done?
July 02, 2023 02:56 - 40 minutes - 32.6 MBHappy Saturday! Today is a bonus episode of the Locked On Penguins podcast and Hunter is proud to be joined by Zachary Smith from Around The 412 to discuss everything the Penguins did on Saturday. They first get into the Tristan Jarry contract and if that stunned both of them. They also analyze how risky of a deal it is considering his health and inconsistent play and how everyone in the organization is sticking their necks out for him right now. Hunter also brings up how Dubas potentially f...
It's time for a Penguins free agency primer!
June 30, 2023 22:28 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBHappy almost Free Agency Day! Hunter starts the show by going into who was qualified by the Pittsburgh Penguins in terms of their restricted free agents and explains why he was not surprised by the decision regarding Ryan Poehling. He dives into how banged up he was earlier this year with his injury and how the Penguins may not be confident that he can ever be fully healthy again. He also discusses what a potential DOC contract looks like before getting to the news about Mikael Granlund not ...
Reviewing the Penguins draft class with Josh Anselmo!
June 30, 2023 02:06 - 31 minutes - 25.1 MBIt's time to wrap up the 2023 NHL Draft! Hunter is joined by Josh Anselmo, a Penguins prospects writer and analyst to discuss how the Penguins did with their class. They first discuss Brayden Yager and Josh tries to convince all of the listeners/watchers that Yager could be ready faster than anticipated. He details what he saw when he was watching him and what his player comp is before they move on to Emil Pieniniemi. They discuss how he's a really good skater for someone his size but how th...
The Penguins make their pick AND a trade in the same day!
June 29, 2023 03:17 - 23 minutes - 19.2 MBWhew, what a day for the Pittsburgh Penguins! Hunter starts today's episode with a full breakdown and analysis of Brayden Yager after he predicted him to be the pick in the Locked On NHL Mock Draft. He got something right! He looks at how he has one of the best shots in the class and why he seems to not be as selfish with it going forward. He also brings up how Yager worked more on his two-way game this past season, which is why some of the numbers fell, but that he still needs a lot of work...
Pittsburgh Penguins draft Brayden Yager with 14th-overall pick in 2023 NHL Draft | Instant Reaction & Analysis
June 29, 2023 01:52 - 4 minutes - 4.1 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins have drafted forward Brayden Yager with the 14th-overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. Hunter Hodies of Locked On Penguins joins Gil Martin and Hadi Kalakeche to react to the pick, discuss why it’s an exciting addition for a Penguins team now under the leadership of Kyle Dubas, and what comes next for a Penguins team trying to get the most out the final years of Sidney Crosby, Evgeny Malkin and Kris Letang’s careers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...