No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast

On this episode of No Pucks Given, Dan Kingerski breaks down whether Kyle Dubas's Penguins rebuild plan has gone sideways — and argues it hasn't, walking through why the front office hasn't landed a Jason Robertson-caliber star yet and why that's actually on schedule. Dan digs into the prospect pipeline (Bill Zonnen, Will Horcoff, Ryan Miller, and more), makes the case for a Nikishin-and-Kotkaniem...

Host Dan Kingerski analyzes the evolving trade landscape for the Pittsburgh Penguins. This episode breaks down top-tier targets like Jason Robertson and explores "second-chance" reclamation projects such as Shane Wright and Kirby Dach. Kingerski also discusses potential salary cap-clearing moves involving Anaheim and Carolina, and addresses rumors surrounding stars like Connor Bedard and Elias Pet...

Host Dan Kingerski analyzes the shifting NHL landscape, evaluating high-profile targets like Jason Robertson and potential trade packages involving Alex Nikishin

Dan explores reclamation projects such as Shane Wright and Kirby Dach, followed by a live Q&A addressing roster imbalances and debunking rumors.

Dan Kingerski breaks down a chaotic day one of NHL free agency for the Pittsburgh Penguins, live from the UPMC Lemieux Complex. Kyle Dubas grabbed Nick Robertson from Toronto for a fourth-round pick, then turned around and stacked the right side of the blue line with Trevor van Riemsdyk and Caden Kozak — on top of Declan Carlile and a one-year, $5 million flier on Andrei Kuzmenko. Dan hands out gr...

Dan's back and boy does he have some thoughts on the Penguins' free agency strategy, the status of various prospects and what Kyle Dubas might be thinking.

Dan fields ALL of your Pittsburgh Penguins questions including free agency, trades and prospect updates.

A wave of high-stakes trades has upended the NHL market, forcing the Pittsburgh Penguins to reconsider their aggressive off-season plans. With established stars commanding unprecedented returns, the Penguins are reportedly shifting their strategy toward draft movement and a potential youth movement to keep pace in a rapidly changing league. Chapters: 00:00 – Podcast introduction and summary of top...

This segment examines the "insane" flurry of NHL trades that occurred recently and how high market prices for impact players have forced Kyle Dubas and the Penguins to pivot toward a youth-focused strategy and move up in the draft.

In this interactive segment, Dan addresses fan questions while providing updates on NHL expansion rumors involving Texas, team news such as the pre-season schedule, and potential trade scenarios involving players like Alexander Nikishin or Ricard Rakell.

With the NHL Draft nine days away, Dan Kingerski breaks down three under-the-radar prospects the Penguins could target with picks 22, 39, and 54 — including a "wrecking ball" center from Quebec and a defensive-minded Finn who held his own in the SM-liiga at 18. Dan also updates the trade board: why Ricard Rakell is being undervalued by the league, whether a Darnell Nurse deal to Pittsburgh actuall...

This episode of the "No Pucks Given" podcast features Dan Kingerski discussing the future of the Pittsburgh Penguins following the conclusion of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (WBS) Penguins' season. The host provides detailed report cards for key prospects after spending several days in Wilkes-Barre observing exit interviews and the team's postseason exit. A major focus of the discussion is the "Dubis...

This segment provides a detailed performance evaluation and grading of five key prospects from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins: Rutter McGroarty, Owen Pickering, Tristan Broz, Harrison Brunicke, and Ville Koivunen. The discussion centers on their recent AHL playoff experience and their readiness for the NHL, while also analyzing General Manager Kyle Dubas's potential strategy of trading these f...

Transitioning to a live-audience format, this segment addresses fan questions about potential roster moves, including the future of Erik Karlsson and the possibility of using salary cap space to acquire assets. Dan also explores the current "gap" between the Penguins and Stanley Cup contention, discusses the adversity the minor league team faces, and responds to various hypothetical trade scenario...

The Pittsburgh Penguins are at a critical juncture as they navigate the complexities of a "sustainable rebuild" while managing an aging veteran core. General Manager Kyle Dubis faces the challenge of balancing immediate competitiveness with the need to integrate younger talent and potentially move significant veteran assets to accelerate the team's future. Chapters: 00:02 – Introduction to the No...

In this episode of No Pucks Given , the discussion centers on the Pittsburgh Penguins' early off-season strategies as the NHL's "silly season" begins. The program explores the implications of Evgeni Malkin’s recent re-signing and his projected "evolving role" within a team increasingly focused on integrating youth. Additionally, the host provides a detailed analysis of potential trade targets and...

Dan details the significance of Evgeni Malkin’s new contract and how his role must adapt to accommodate the Penguins' emerging prospects.

Dan looks at trade targets from across the league and assesses the realistic return for current Penguins veterans.

Dan's back and has a lot to say after Tuesday's press conference, takes your questions on everything Pittsburgh Penguins under the sun. 

We dissect Tuesday's presser with Kyle Dubas.

Dan goes to the FANS live with chat, answering all of your questions.

Dan Kingerski breaks down the Penguins' early offseason — the Ryan Shea contract mystery, the Malkin holding pattern, and which UFAs are heading for the door. Then, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton play-by-play voice Nick Hart joins to talk Owen Pickering, Tristan Broz, Ville Koivunen, and where the AHL playoff push leaves the prospect pipeline. Plus: Big Three letter grades and what Kyle Dubas can't afford...

Dan digs into the Ryan Shea contract mystery and the UFAs not named Malkin, then Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins play-by-play voice Nick Hart joins to break down Owen Pickering, Tristan Broz, and Ville Koivunen.

Dan pulls on the thread of calling prospects up too early, hands out letter grades to Crosby, Malkin, and Letang, and explains why running the roster back next season would undo everything Kyle Dubas got right.

Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now goes live from the historic Hershey Sports Arena — the building where Wilt Chamberlain dropped 100 — to dismantle the Evgeni Malkin re-signing debate once and for all. Dan explains why the only argument that holds water is emotional, why Malkin isn't blocking a specific player but is blocking opportunity , and what Kyle Dubas actually told Geno after the seas...