Dan Kingerski unpacks the Pittsburgh Penguins' frustrating start, answering questions about GM Kyle Dubas' bloated 69-man training camp, which has derailed coach Dan Muse's promising system—leaving the team exposed to speedy foes like the Ducks and Rangers. From third-line disasters and rookie rollercoasters to fiery fan Q&A on goaltending gripes and prospect snubs, it's raw, no-fluff hockey talk on why the Pens are scrambling to catch up.

Pittsburgh Penguins fans, buckle up! In this episode of No Pucks Given, Dan Kingerski breaks down the hottest Penguins topics from LA during their West Coast road trip. From breakout rookies like Ben Kindel and Harrison Brunicke to debunking wild Evgeni Malkin trade rumors (Florida Panthers?), we dive deep into Dan Muse's 1-1-3 defensive system, the goalie battle (Tristan Jarry's bounce-back + Artūrs Šilovs' growing pains), and fan Q&A on Ryan Shea, Sam Poulin, and more. Is Ville Koivunen's demotion a mistake? Will Crosby stay put? No fluff—just straight Penguins analysis!

Recorded live from downtown LA—Dan tests his "commute to Anaheim" theory while spilling locker room buzz. If you're a die-hard Pens fan, hit play NOW!

⏰ Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: West Coast Road Trip Vibes
3:09 - Rookies Breakdown: Kindel, Brunick, Koivunen & Hollander
11:52 - Trade Rumors: Crosby & Malkin Speculation BUSTED
17:56 - Dan Muse's System: Cracking the 1-1-3 Code
25:33 - Goalie Situation: Jarry's Fire + Šilovs' Rookie Struggles
30:04 - Fan Q&A: Ryan Shea Scapegoat? Poulin Trade? Novak's Hits?
41:00 - Outro: Thanks & Next Ep Tease

Dan's checking in from the Penguins' West Coast swing in LA and talks about the Penguins' hot rookies, including Ben Kindel & Harrison Brunicke.