Team News - Pittsburgh Penguins

Chipped Ice 2011-10-16T13:17:22.000Z

Injury

The right knee he had surgically repaired last February is flaring with troublesome scar tissue, or so I suspect based on asking a few questions of Penguins personnel this week. Malkin has spent a lot of time after practices – and more after the game Thursday – receiving treatment on that knee.

Malkin should sit out a few games before returning. At less than 100 percent he remains one of the most dynamic players in the League. Expect him to draw back into the lineup when healthy.

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@pghpenguins 2011-10-15T11:46:41.000Z

Injury

Per #Pens coach Dan Bylsma: Evgeni Malkin will not be in the game tonight.

No word on who replaces him in the lineup. At this point, Malkin's ailment is diagnosed as soreness in his knee. Stay tuned for a further update.

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PittsburghPenguins.com 2011-10-15T11:04:18.000Z

Injury

Sullivan-Crosby-Neal

Crosby skated on the top line today which is clearly a good sign. Hopefully he takes a few bumps and continues to recover from his now infamous concussion.

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PittsburghPenguins.com 2011-10-15T10:54:03.000Z

Line Change

Malkin, Jeffrey, Orpik not at morning skate

Malkin was not at today's morning skate. In his place on the top line was Sidney Crosby. More news as it comes in.

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Aaron Portzline 2011-10-14T11:41:18.000Z

Injury

#CBJ Jeff Carter and Derick Brassard are both back at practice today.

Carter was held out of yesterday's practice due to his bout with the flu. Look for him to not miss any game play as the team tries to get him back to 100 percent.

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Capitals Watch 2011-10-13T18:54:00.000Z

Line Change

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin returns against Capitals

Malkin in, set your lineups accordingly.

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Josh Yohe 2011-10-13T18:33:24.000Z

Injury

Geno participating in pregame skate

Still no word on whether or not he plays tonight. Stay tuned for a further update.

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Puck-Rakers Blog 2011-10-13T15:35:36.000Z

Injury

Carter is still recovering from the flu

Carter is certainly a trooper, playing through the flu last night despite barely sleeping. Don't expect him to miss any playing time.

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@PensInsideScoop 2011-10-13T11:20:39.000Z

Line Change

#Pens Malkin: I feel good but I can't say now, it's a game-time decision. If I feel better tonight, then I will. But if not, I can't play

Malkin skated with his regular line this morning, a strong indication he will play tonight. After practice he admitted his knee felt a bit sore, which could again hold him out of a game.

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Pierre LeBrun 2011-10-13T11:16:11.000Z

Injury

Confirming the obvious: Penguins confirm that Crosby has been cleared for contact, but still no timetable for his return. This is next step

Crosby is cleared for contract which is excellent news for fantasy hockey owners and Pens fans. Keep in mind this news is the next step, and a step in the right direction. However, his return is still indefinite.

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Aaron Portzline 2011-10-12T18:32:09.000Z

Line Change

#CBJ C Jeff Carter taking warmups.

Carter taking warmups is an excellent indicator that he will play tonight. Stay tuned for an official update.

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Dave Molinari 2011-10-12T16:50:40.000Z

Injury

Officially listed as day-to-day with a mid-body injury.

At this point it remains up in the air if Malkin will play tomorrow. Stay tuned for a further update on his status.

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Erik Karlsson(Defenseman)(D)|Pittsburgh Penguins PIT

Line Change

Ottawa Senators defenceman Erik Karlsson is 21 years old. And tiny. He’s also the undisputed No. 1 on this team, showing poise beyond his years and blue line scoring ability the Senators haven’t seen since Wade Redden was good at hockey.

In case you didn't know, Karlsson is the number one defenseman on the young Sens. His point totals of last season -- 13 goals and 45 points through 75 games -- could easily be topped as the 21-year-old already has five assists through three games.

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Senators Extra 2011-10-12T14:44:24.000Z

Aaron Portzline 2011-10-12T12:48:31.000Z

Injury

#CBJ coach Scott Arniel: Carter has had flu for a couple days, was sick and didn't sleep well last night. Could still play tonight vs. #Avs.

Sounds like Carter will be a game-time decision. Stay tuned for a further update.

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Aaron Portzline 2011-10-12T11:04:15.000Z

Injury

#CBJ C Jeff Carter is ill. Did not take the skate this morning. Don't know status for tonight vs #Avs.

Tough news for the winless Blue Jackets. Through his first three games, Carter has three assists. Stay tuned for a further update on his status.

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Shelly Anderson 2011-10-11T11:54:37.000Z

Injury

Sidney Crosby not seeing doctor today. "This week," he said. Still no contact for now.

At this point, Crosby seems a few weeks away from returning. His skating certainly remains encouraging but the Pens continue to say they won't rush him.

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Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2011-10-11T11:44:58.000Z

Injury

Center Evgeni Malkin is unlikely to dress for the Penguins, who play Florida in their NHL home opener at 7:30 p.m. tonight. He was the first skater off the ice after a morning practice.

Malkin is not available tonight due to unspecified soreness. Through his first two games, the center/right wing posted a goal and an assist. Look for Jordan Staal and Mark Letestu to split his offensive minutes.

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Rob Rossi 2011-10-11T10:45:09.000Z

Injury

#Crosby wearing white (noncontact) helment for #Pens at AM skate. Not sure if he's been evaluated by concussion team yet.

Crosby skating continues to be a welcome sign for fantasy hockey owners. Stay tuned for a further update.

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Chipped Ice 2011-10-10T17:36:38.000Z

Injury

The Penguins will hold a morning skate tomorrow before the home opener against Florida. Crosby is scheduled to participate. There is no indication he won’t, and perhaps he will have any update on his status then. Perhaps not, too.

Crosby continues his slow, eventual pace to recovery. 'Sid is a Ferrari and needs to be fine tuned'. Stay tuned for a further update.

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