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No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast
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.
Episodes
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Judging the Penguins Season, Flyers Chaos & Pittsburgh Hockey Talk with Will James & Vince Comunale
Dan Kingerski breaks down how to judge the rest of the Penguins' season after they've exceeded all expectations, discusses the Rick Tochhet-Matvei Michkov…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastHow Should We Judge the Rest of the Penguins Season?
Dan breaks down the unique challenge of evaluating a Penguins team that has already exceeded all expectations, discussing whether making the playoffs is still…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastWill James on Flyers Meltdown: Tochhet Calls Michkov Fat
Philly Hockey Now's Will James joins to discuss Rick Tochhet calling Matvei Michkov out of shape, the resulting locker room drama, management's response, and…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastVince Comunale on Penguins Identity & Trade Deadline
Pittsburgh hockey writer Vince Comunale discusses what defines the current Penguins' identity, potential trade-deadline moves, and shares stories from covering…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Penguins Grit, Goaltending & Trade Buzz & Your Questions Answered!
Dan Kingerski breaks down the Penguins’ wild week—resilient wins, brutal losses, killer goaltending, Rust’s massive impact, and the McKenna fight nobody should…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastPenguins Recap & Learnings
Intro to the chat, thoughts on McKenna incident, and analysis of recent games vs. Islanders/Ottawa, highlighting team resilience and goaltending.
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastTravel Tales & Fan Q&A
Dan shares road trip stories, answers questions on trades (e.g., Robertson), player contracts, team future, and Olympic predictions. #penguins…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Penguins Identity Evolution & Red Wings Revival, NHL Eastern Conference w/Kevin Allen
Dive into No Pucks Given with host Dan Kingerski! We break down the Pittsburgh Penguins' evolving team identity under new leadership, their surprising hot…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastThe Evolving Pittsburgh Penguins Identity
Dan is back to talk about the evolving identity of the Pittsburgh Penguins. With a mix of aging veterans and young guns, how exactly would you describe this…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastGuest: Kevin Allen on Penguins, Red Wins Revival & Eastern Conference
Longtime NHL writer Kevin Allen joins Dan to talk about the current state of the Penguins, how the Detriot Red Wings are back and the topsy turvy NHL Eastern…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Listener Q&A: Bryan Rust SUSPENDED 3 Games for Elbow + Jason Robertson Trade Talk
Pittsburgh Penguins insider Dan Kingerski breaks down Bryan Rust's 3-game suspension for elbowing Brock Boeser and discusses whether Kyle Dubas should pursue a…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastWas Rust Suspension Justified?
Dan has a few choice words about the Bryan Rust suspension over his big elbow. Plus, your questions and our answers to the BURNING questions of Penguins fans!
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastIs Robertson Really a Trade Option for Penguins? Your Questions...Our Answers!
Dan continues with the Q&A and directly talks about whether to sign or trade Stuart Skinner, and about a possible Robertson deal.
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] The Big Hockey Buffet + Trade Deadline Paths for Penguins
Dan Kingerski delivers a candid, no-fluff breakdown of the surging Pittsburgh Penguins, who sit solidly in second place in the Metropolitan Division thanks to…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastSurging Pens: Hold the Core or Cash In?
Dan Kingerski unpacks the Penguins' strong position in second place in the Metro, crediting Kyle Dubas's offseason moves that have surprisingly clicked across…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastYou Ask, Dan Answers (& Sneezes!)...Penguins Q&A
In the listener Q&A portion (live on X), Dan tackles burning Penguins questions: the steep cost and long-term risks of chasing Jason Robertson in a potential…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastPenguins Live Chat: Inside dirt, and the Dan Muse Difference
Dan Kingerski hosts a live chat from the Saddledome in Calgary during the Flames' morning skate, covering Pittsburgh Penguins topics like coaching changes…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Shootout Hell, Trade Strategy, & Playoff Outlook
Dan Kingerski and Vince Communale break down the Penguins' shootout struggles, practice updates, trade deadline options like Anthony Mantha, and playoff…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastPenguins Shootout Nightmare
Why the Penguins are 1-7 in shootouts, fixes for Jarry/Shea, and player changes to try.
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastTrade Talk + Playoff Push
Mantha, Graves, and Shea trade possibilities, deadline strategy, and realistic playoff chances.
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Penguins Shakeup: Karlsson Out, Malkin Health & Trade Buzz
Join Dan Kingerski on Pittsburgh Hockey Now's live chat as he dives into the Penguins' evolving dynamics without Erik Karlsson, potential trade ideas to fill…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastPenguins Without Karlsson: Trades & Team Changes
Dan breaks down the Penguins' shifting dynamics without Erik Karlsson, shares a trade proposal to start replacing him, and discusses Evgeni Malkin's health and…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastThings You Don't Want to Know: Retirement & Q&A
Diving into the tough topics—Evgeni Malkin's future, retirement realities for NHL stars, playoff odds, and fan reactions. Wrapping up with rapid-fire Q&A on…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Penguins Shut Out Again – Rust Injury Disaster + Trade Targets!
Dan Kingerski breaks down the Penguins' offensive collapse without Bryan Rust (1 goal in 2 games!), brutal line construction criticism, why Korpisalo owns…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastThe Hayes Hate Debunked
Dan slams fan myths blaming Kevin Hayes for Penguins' losses, highlighting timing, Malkin/Wheeler absences, and lack of causation.
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastRust's Impact + Trade Targets
Exploring how Bryan Rust's absence crippled the offense, his trade value, four young prospects to watch, and the Penguins' second-half outlook.
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastLetang's OT Rocket & Why Coaches Never Scratch Stars | Penguins Weekend Recap
Dan defends keeping Kris Letang in the lineup through slumps—then he buries an overtime winner vs. Columbus! We recap the Penguins' 2-1 week (Detroit sweep +…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Penguins Are For Real? Letang OT Winner, Weekend Wins + Playoff Push
Dan Kingerski and Anthony Jardine break down the Pittsburgh Penguins' massive weekend: back-to-back wins over Detroit and a huge comeback against Columbus. Is…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastPenguins Playoffs: Good for Rebuild or Just Morale? Dubas' Master Plan
Are the Penguins legit playoff threats in 2025-26? We debate if making the postseason boosts morale for Sid & the young core, or if tanking for higher picks is…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Kris Letang Debate, Slow Play Slump, and Trash-Cleaning Wins
Dan Kingerski records a spur-of-the-moment late-night episode from Chicago with special guest Anthony Jardine (Original Pittsburgh Winery) right after the…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastLetang's Mistakes, Accountability, and the "Big Three" Nostalgia Trap
Dan and Anthony go deep on Kris Letang's defensive errors (including the early giveaway vs. Chicago), why benching/scratching a veteran star like him is…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastSlow Breakouts, Net-Front Trash, Brazeau's Breakout, and Dubas' Hidden Gems
Dan & Anthony break down why the Penguins' December slide came from playing too slow and perimeter-heavy, the lack of crease chaos and rebound finishing…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Penguins Core, Defending Dan Muse + Latest Trade Talk
In this edition of No Pucks Given, Dan Kingerski breaks down the big picture for the Penguins after their crucial win on Sunday, calling it a "whole reset" for…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastEvaluating the Penguins Core, Sunday's Win & Defending Muse
Dan is back with the latest after the Penguins' big win Sunday and what it means moving forward. Plus, Crosby's record-setting night, why Dan Muse shouldn't be…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastLatest on Trade Front + Final Thoughts
Dan shares what he's hearing on the trade rumor front and closes the show with more thoughts on the current state of the Pens.
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] The Collapse, the Goalies, & Dubas's Message
In Episode 43 of No Pucks Given, Dan Kingerski breaks down the Pittsburgh Penguins' brutal weekend collapse—squandering a four-goal lead Saturday and a…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastPenguins BLOW Lead, Karlsson & Crosby From Locker Room
Timecode: 0:19 Recording late after a whirlwind day 0:46 Penguins blow another multi-goal lead (vs Utah 5-4 OT) 1:04 Podcast topics: Blown leads, goaltending…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastDiving into the Goaltending Situation
Dan continues and talks all about the Penguins at goalie and more. Timecode: 17:11 Why the team is deflating + loser points keeping them afloat 19:50…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] SPECIAL REPORT: Jarry Traded to Edmonton — Instant Analysis & Listener Q&A
The Pittsburgh Penguins made a deal Friday night, shipping goaltender Tristan Jarry & forward Samuel Poulin to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for goalie…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastSPECIAL REPORT: Penguins Trade Jarry to Oilers
The Penguins have traded Tristan Jarry to the Edmonton Oilers and Dan Kingerski from Pittsburgh Hockey Now has instant reaction and takes your questions on the…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastListener Questions & Takes on Jarry Trade
Our special show continues with Dan answering more of your questions on the Jarry trade and more!
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Penguins Blowing Leads, Empty-Net Disasters & Trade Talk – NPG Live Chat
Dan Kingerski breaks down why the Penguins keep coughing up late leads (including the wild Anaheim 0.1-second goal), debates Letang-Karlsson together in crunch…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastPens Coughing Up Late Leads + Your Questions!
Dan runs down the latest with the Penguins on the ice as well as the locker room and takes your questions!
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastYour Questions...Dan's Answers Continued!
Dan continues to field your questions on all things Penguins!
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Tristan Jarry Trade Rumors & More!
Dan Kingerski and Vince Comunale debate keeping red-hot Tristan Jarry amid Oilers trade rumors, Erik Karlsson's resurgence, lineup decisions with returning…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastShould the Pens Ship Jarry to Edmonton?
Host Dan Kingerski is joined by Vince Comunale to discuss the swirling trade rumors around Tristan Jarry and make the argument why the team should NOT trade…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastA Run Through All the Rest on Penguins This Week
Dan and Vince continue their discussion on the state of the Penguins, it's roster and what could be next.
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] The Rutger McGroarty Watch & Why the Rookies Are Vanishing
Dan rants about the disappearing rookies, why “play the kids” isn’t that simple, the bizarre Tristan Broz demotion, when Rutger McGroarty finally arrives, and…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastYouth Movement Reality Check: Why Most Rookies Are Fading Fast
What a real youth movement actually looks like: only Ben Kindel is grabbing his chance, why Harrison Brunicke & Owen Pickering are struggling, the hidden…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastMcGroarty Watch, Broz Confusion & Dubas’ Three-Way Crossroads
Tristan Broz’s head-scratching demotion, the Rutger McGroarty countdown, why the Penguins suddenly can’t score, Dan’s radical line-up fix (load up…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Penguins Dominating Games but Still Losing – What Does Dubas Do Now?
Dan Kingerski breaks down Pittsburgh’s frustrating 2-4-3 slide despite outplaying opponents, why the current lines are holding the team back, the urgent case…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastDominating Games, Losing Anyway
The opening 17 minutes are entirely focused on the Penguins’ current on-ice performance and the specific problems that are costing them points even when they…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastDubas’ Fork in the Road: Buy Now or Ride It Out?
This is the Kyle Dubas “fork-in-the-road” segment. Dan lays out the big-picture decision the Penguins GM is facing right now: The Eastern Conference is wide…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastSPECIAL: 1-on-1 with Penguins Coach Dan Muse
A special episode where Dan Kingerski goes 1-on-1 with Pittsburgh Penguins coach Dan Muse. It's been over a decade since a Penguins coach has granted…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] Dubas Buyer or Seller? Murashov Forces the Issue & Crosby’s Having FUN Again
Dan is back from Sweden and still half-jet-lagged for this 70-minute live Penguins Q&A! We dive deep into: The Sidney Crosby & Kris Letang post-practice…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastLet's Look at How Active the Penguins Could Be on the Trade Market!
Kyle Dubas’ trade-deadline strategy: Will the Penguins actually buy if they’re in a playoff spot? (Spoiler: it’s nuanced – no big splash, but smart adds are…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastDan' Continues with Listener Questions on Penguins Post Sweden
Dan rolls on and gives you unfiltered answers to Pens fans' most pressing questions.
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins Podcast[FULL EPISODE] From Stockholm With Love (and 3 Points)
Recorded from an Atlanta airport lounge after the NHL Global Series in Sweden, Dan breaks down everything the Penguins revealed about themselves across two…
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastClosing Thoughts on Stockholm, Coming Home with 3 Points + Inside the Locker Room
Dan talks about his trip to Stockholm with the Pittsburgh Penguins including big takeaways, what went really well and what gave him pause.
No Pucks Given | Pittsburgh Penguins PodcastAnthony Mantha: Pleasant Surprise
Dan talks more about Mantha and what he's brought to the Penguins, and closes out the show with more observations from Stockholm.