5 Biggest Surprises In The NHL In 2016-17 Season
Even though it's not the official midway point of the season, and the NHL year has yet to reach any significant milestone, let's look at some of the biggest surprises around the league thus far.
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Even though it's not the official midway point of the season, and the NHL year has yet to reach any significant milestone, let's look at some of the biggest surprises around the league thus far.
Scott Hartnell had his ninth career hat trick and the Columbus Blue Jackets scored four times in a head-spinning third-period flurry to blow out the Pittsburgh Penguins 7-1 on Thursday night.
Santa is going to have a hard time topping Sidney Crosby's gift to a young fan after last night's big win.
Sidney Crosby picked up his NHL-leading 22nd goal, and the Pittsburgh Penguins toppled the New York Rangers 7-2 on Tuesday night.
The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 2-1 on Saturday night to end a three-game skid.
Penguins goalie Marc-Andre Fleury took a frightening blow during Saturday's game against the Maple Leafs.
Kris Letang has been placed on injured reserve with a lower-body injury.
The Los Angeles Kings end the Pittsburgh Penguins' seven-game winning streak with a 1-0 victory Friday night.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are getting into the holiday spirit by recreating a classic.
Bryan Rust flipped a backhander past Tuukka Rask 1:24 into overtime to give the Pittsburgh Penguins a 4-3 victory over the Boston Bruins on Wednesday night.
Sidney Crosby left briefly after taking a stick to the face then returned and picked up his NHL-leading 21st goal as the Pittsburgh Penguins crushed the Arizona Coyotes 7-0 on Monday night.
Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin both scored their second goals on third-period power plays, helping the Penguins come back to beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Saturday.
A two-time Stanley Cup champion hockey player from Massachusetts has pleaded guilty to a federal drug charge.
Sidney Crosby got his 18th goal and added an assist to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins over the Florida Panthers 5-1 on Thursday night.
Even from a very young age, this little lady knows what warrants a giant meltdown.
It has been the story line that has been hanging over the Penguins since the very first game of the season and doesn't appear to be going away any time soon, who is this teams number one goalie?
According to a new list, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Penguins franchises are among the best in the world.
The Pittsburgh Penguins raced by the Ottawa Senators 8-5 on Monday night.
A pair of famous fans stopped by the PPG Paints Arena on Monday to cheer on the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Phil Kessel scored twice, including one of Pittsburgh's four goals in the third, and the Penguins rallied to beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-3 on Saturday night.
Sidney Crosby broke the game's final tie and assisted on another score in the third period as the Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Dallas Stars 6-2 on Thursday night.
NHL Network analyst John MacLean joins the show to talk about the Penguins goaltender situation and their inconsistent play so far this season.
This isn't going to come as a shock to Pittsburghers, the city has been ranked one of the best sports cities in the nation.
Anders Lee scored the tiebreaking goal with 27 seconds remaining to lift the New York Islanders to a 5-3 victory over the defending champion Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday night.
Sidney Crosby tied it with 14 seconds left in regulation and Kris Letang scored the only goal of a shootout, lifting the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 4-3 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Saturday night.
James McCann singled in the winning run in the 12th inning, and the Diamondbacks held on for an 8-7 win over the Pirates.
Lamar Blackwell, the chief of staff for Pittsburgh Public Schools, was arrested and charged after his girlfriend told police he choked her.
A man and woman were found shot to death in a vehicle on West Barivista Drive in Penn Hills, authorities said.
A woman is accused of driving 117 mph on Route 28 while high on marijuana with two kids in the back seat.
A "violent" gang was dealt a "major blow" after 10 people were arrested in Ohio as part of an eight-month investigation, officials said.
About 24 hours after the Commercial Street Bridge was imploded, crews hit dynamite that had unknowingly failed to detonate, causing another explosion that sent workers running.
A man and woman were found shot to death in a vehicle on West Barivista Drive in Penn Hills, authorities said.
A woman is accused of driving 117 mph on Route 28 while high on marijuana with two kids in the back seat.
A "violent" gang was dealt a "major blow" after 10 people were arrested in Ohio as part of an eight-month investigation, officials said.
Sarosh Sheth, an Ohio State University student, was killed after a driver allegedly ran a red light and crashed onto a sidewalk.
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
The plans include arresting migrants in Ohio and quickly putting them on deportation flights to crisis-stricken Haiti, the internal documents indicate.
With one day left, there are still no constitutional sentencing guidelines for the Pennsylvania judicial system when it comes to felony murder.
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
The House on Thursday voted to direct President Trump to end the war with Iran, after four Republicans joined Democrats to rebuke the president over his handling of the conflict.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
The Persad Center in Lawrenceville is just one of the organizations you can donate to during the Pittsburgh Foundation’s One Day of Giving on Aug. 4.
Scratch & Co. is bringing Shark Week to life in Pittsburgh. They’ve brought some “jaw-some” shark-inspired menu items to help celebrate!
Thanks to the work of Bonnie DeMotte, a local nonprofit in Sharpsburg is helping change the grocery landscape for its community.
We’re headed to the attic to clear out some treasures with Dr. Lori! Do you know what these treasures are worth?
Daisy Jade brings us to this brand-new spot in West View that’s putting a giant twist on the American classic.
Opposition to a data center at the back end of an industrial park is growing among residents of Hanover Township, Washington County.
A small community in Fayette County is pushing for answers after finding what appears to be raw sewage spilling into the woods.
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
Allegheny County has nearly three dozen cases of cyclosporiasis resulting in two hospitalizations.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
An investigation is underway in Uniontown, Fayette County, after police said a man was found dead in his car with a can of Galaxy Gas on the floor.
A public hearing was held on Friday for input on the pending Independence Health and West Virginia University Health System merger.
Pennsylvania is one of four more states now part of a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
James McCann singled in the winning run in the 12th inning, and the Diamondbacks held on for an 8-7 win over the Pirates.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Steelers began training camp on Tuesday, taking another step in the team's quest to capture a seventh Lombardi Trophy.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Brandon Lowe singled home Billy Cook in the bottom of the 10th inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Data center projects are on municipal drawing boards across the Pittsburgh region, and public opposition is growing.
Businesses in Latrobe and Unity Township are getting ready for the annual influx of players, coaches and fans for Steelers training camp.
A petition is now circulating to put an end to Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest.
A world-renowned Pittsburgh technical school and a major airline have signed an agreement to work hand in hand.
The former glass plant in Charleroi has been listed for sale.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss today's sports topics.
A man and woman were found shot to death in a vehicle on West Barivista Drive in Penn Hills, authorities said.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
The chief of staff for Pittsburgh Public Schools was arrested and charged after his girlfriend told police he choked her.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
