Locked On Penguins - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Penguins

Jason Robertson officially re-signed with the Dallas Stars on a one-year deal, so who will the Penguins' next target be this summer? Patrick and Hunter begin the show discussing the news that Jason Robertson and the Dallas Stars agreed to a one-year deal, meaning the biggest fish is off the market. So, who do the Penguins target next? One potential reclamation project out of Seattle could be on their radar, but will the cost be too high? (0:00) While we still have an entire season and trade deadline to go, Patrick and Hunter take a look at some of the Penguins' pending unrestricted free agents for next summer and talk about who they think might stay, who might be traded, and who they may just let walk in free agency. (13:40) Finally, the Penguins and the Mario Lemieux Foundation may have let it slip that the Penguins are going in a different direction when it comes to alternate jerseys this year, but will they be popular...not to these two co-hosts. (25:28) 

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The Penguins have several players hoping to make the jump to full-time NHL action this season, but who has the highest ceiling? Hunter and Patrick begin the Monday edition of the Locked On Penguins Podcast by rounding out their top 10 prospect ranking. (1:50) They discuss the likes of Will Horcoff, Bill Zonnon, and Rutger McGroarty. How can they continue to develop and eventually become regular NHL contributors? Then, the top two prospects in the system have a lot of expectations placed upon them. (15:04) One could be a top-pairing defenseman, and the other could be a franchise goaltender, but will they reach that potential? Finally, with Hunter back on the show, he gives some thoughts on the Penguins’ 2026-27 regular-season schedule! (24:05)

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The Penguins made it official this week - the Wheeling Nailers are no longer the team's ECHL affiliate, and they now join up with the Florida Everblades. In a solo episode this Friday, Patrick begins the show by addressing and discussing the Penguins and the Hoffmann Family's decision to end their ECHL affiliation with the Wheeling Nailers and begin their relationship with the Florida Everblades. Patrick goes over why this happened, what it means for the future, and reflects on his time with the Nailers. (0:00) Then, on the same day as the affiliation announcement, the 2026-27 regular-season schedule was released in full. Patrick gives some thoughts on key dates, key matchups, and more. (12:10) Finally, it's another Fan Take Friday, and despite it being July, it's an all-hockey edition of FTF. Patrick takes questions on the surplus of forwards, why one young player may be a better fit than Jason Robertson, and so much more! (22:03) 

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As we wait for the release of the complete 2026-27 NHL schedule, we do know how it will begin for the Penguins...in Philadelphia. Patrick and Hunter begin the show discussing the first release of the NHL schedule, which will see the Penguins take on the Philadelphia Flyers on opening night, the Montreal Canadiens in the home opener at PPG Paints Arena, and then they'll be the Washington Capitals' opponent for their opening night. (0:00) Then, the Penguins made it official on Wednesday, announcing the hiring of Brandon Pridham as Hockey Operations Consultant. They discuss why this is a good hire and what it means for the future of the Penguins' front office. (11:39) Finally, because it's July and the draft is behind us, it's time to take a look at the top 10 prospects in the Penguins' system, beginning with 10 through 6. (18:35) 

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The Penguins have made some moves to start this week, including settling on a contract with an RFA and adding to their front office. Hunter and Patrick begin the show by discussing the two-year deal the Penguins have signed forward Nick Robertson to, whether it’s a solid deal, and what it means for his place in the organization moving forward. (1:30) Then, they dive into where they think Robertson will fit in the Penguins’ lineup and how, with this new contract, it’s time for him to start moving up the lineup and developing into a consistent offensive contributor. (10:03) Finally, they’re beginning a countdown of the top 10 prospects in the Penguins’ system with some honorable mentions. (17:30) They also briefly touch upon the breaking news that the Penguins have hired Brandon Pridham after he left the Toronto Maple Leafs. (25:15) 

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