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.

No Pucks Given
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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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May 28, 2026
[FULL EPISODE] No Pucks Given Ep. 62: Malkin, Penguins Trade Targets & More
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 the current market value of the team's veteran core as the organization balances its legacy with a necessary refresh.Chapters:01:00 – The kickoff of the NHL "silly season." 07:49 – Defining the summer through key prospects: Rutger McGroarty, Ville Koivunen, and Owen Pickering10:43 – Deep dive into Kyle Dubas' comments on Malkin’s "evolving role" and projected load management15:58 – Dismissing the "mentor" narrative regarding Malkin and veteran status18:19 – Evaluation of primary "reclamation project" trade targets, including Maverick Bourque and Nick Robertson.21:26 – Analysis of high-potential but difficult-to-acquire targets: Cole Perfetti and Kirby Dach.26:14 – Establishing a trade framework for Rickard Rakell based on recent NHL trade history.34:08 – Interactive fan Q&A covering the "Dubas quandary," Wilkes-Barre/Scranton prospect development, and the future of Erik Karlsson.37:25 – Exploring the "Dubas Quandary": Balancing the desire to win with the need for a "great refresh".41:11 – Discussion on using salary cap space to acquire assets by "eating" veteran contracts.43:29 – The "Wilkes-Barre Fraternity": How the bonded nature of the Penguins' AHL prospects aids development.49:42 – Predicting which prospects, such as McGroarty or Koivunen, are most likely to stay in the NHL lineup next season.53:48 – Assessing the future and potential trade value of Erik Karlsson and Kris Letang.01:00:04 – Scouting report on prospect Vasily Ponomarev and his transition to the North American game.01:10:10 – Reviewing the Rutger McGroarty for Brayden Yager trade in retrospect

May 28, 2026
The Malkin Evolution and Youth Integration
Dan details the significance of Evgeni Malkin’s new contract and how his role must adapt to accommodate the Penguins' emerging prospects.

May 28, 2026
Reclamation Projects and Veteran Trade Values
Dan looks at trade targets from across the league and assesses the realistic return for current Penguins veterans.
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