Here are your Pens Points for this Wednesday morning…
The Pittsburgh Penguins fell 3-2 to the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday night after special-teams struggles cost them another game, as they failed to capitalize on key power-play opportunities, including a lengthy two-man advantage in the third period. [Recap]
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said he is satisfied with the Hoffmann family’s acquisition of the Penguins, citing the family’s business track record and passion for sports. [Trib Live]
News and notes from around the NHL…
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Russia and Belarus
will not be allowed to compete at next month’s World Junior Hockey Championship in Alberta as long as Russia’s war in Ukraine continues. [Sportsnet]
Hockey Hall of Famer Jarome Iginla revealed he is battling neurological health issues that may be related to metal toxins from a reaction to his cobalt hip implant following hip replacement surgery. The 49-year-old said complications and medications have affected his energy, weight and speech. [Sportsnet]
The Winnipeg Jets placed forward Brad Lambert on waivers Tuesday after the 2022 first-round pick recorded just one assist in 11 games this season. Lambert can be sent to the AHL’s Manitoba Moose if he goes unclaimed. [TSN]
A strong market is reportedly developing for Tampa Bay Lightning star Nikita Kucherov despite his reported asking price of a six-year contract worth at least $20 million annually. [TSN]
