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.

Dan talks the Dan Muse system and what it entails with examples from recent Penguins games, debunks some trade rumors and gets to your questions!

Join Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now as he dives into the Pittsburgh Penguins' 2025 preseason, breaking down the bubble players fighting for a roster spot! From young stars like Ben Kindel to veterans like Ryan Shea, we analyze standout performances, roster battles, and tough cuts. Who will make the opening night lineup? Don’t miss the latest Penguins scoops, locker room buzz, and straight-up hockey analysis! 🏒 Subscribe for more Pittsburgh hockey updates!

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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Entering the Chat Monday Night
0:20 - Ben Kendall’s Standout Game
1:00 - No Pucks Given with Dan Kingerski
1:50 - Travel Day Talk: Bubble Players
3:00 - Philip Hallander’s Breakout Performance
5:30 - Philip Thomasino’s Roster Chances
7:00 - Young Forwards: Who’s In, Who’s Out?
9:00 - Ben Kendall’s Case for the NHL
12:00 - Veterans on the Roster: Mantha, Heinen, & More
14:00 - Blake Lescot: Why the Hate?
16:00 - Connor Doer’s Strong Preseason
18:00 - Rafael Harvey-Pinard’s Edge
20:00 - Defensemen Battles: Ryan Shea Shines
22:00 - Owen Pickering’s NHL Potential
24:00 - Right-Side Defense: Clifton, Dumba, Brunick
27:00 - Tough Roster Decisions Ahead
30:00 - Injury Updates: Kevin Hayes & Rucker McGroarty
32:00 - Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up

Dan is back on his way to Pittsburgh with in-depth thoughts and observations on who will make the Penguins roster and who might now. From young bucks to wily veterans, he gives you the inside skinny on what the roster could look like opening night.

Dan continues his observations of who will make the roster and who might be on the bubble in Segment 2.

In Episode 31 of No Pucks Given, host Dan Kingerski from Pittsburgh Hockey Now uncovers the heated drama surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins' potential sale, including angry local politicians threatening land seizures around PPG Paints Arena, key deadlines like October 22, and how it could impact the $1.75B deal. We also dive into the high-energy training camp, preseason game analysis from the 2-1 shootout loss to Montreal, standout players like Tristan Jarry and Rafael Harvey-Pinard, and future roster implications.

Whether you're a die-hard Penguins fan or NHL enthusiast, this episode packs insider scoops, analysis, and bold predictions. Don't miss the buzz!

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro to No Pucks Given Podcast
0:45 - Training Camp Resumes & Preseason Game Recap
2:19 - Penguins Sale Announcement Predictions
3:00 - Complications in the $1.75B Deal
4:00 - Land Development Around PPG Paints Arena Explained
5:00 - Politicians' Anger & Threats of Seizure
7:00 - October 22 Deadline Details
10:00 - Impact on Sale Price & Hoffman Family Involvement
12:00 - Historical Context of Arena Land Deals
15:00 - Developer Challenges & Profit Motives
17:43 - Break & Shift to Training Camp
18:00 - High-Octane Energy in Camp
19:00 - Player Buzz & Interviews (e.g., Parker Wortherspoon)
20:00 - Standout Forwards: Tristan Jarry & Rafael Harvey-Pinard
22:00 - Defensemen Highlights: Connor Clifton, Matt Dumba
24:00 - Prospects Like Harrison Brunick
25:00 - Goalie Analysis: Sergei Murashov & Joel Blomqvist
27:00 - Veteran Concerns: Ryan Graves' Struggles
28:00 - Roster Decisions & Young Players Earning Spots
29:00 - Final Thoughts & Wednesday Live Chat Tease
30:00 - Outro & Subscribe Call

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