Listen to Scott & Ken from Pittsburgh's DSEN talk all things Pittsburgh Penguins. Ken is a credentialed reporter for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Scott is a writer covering the Pens. In this conversation, Ken Craig and Scott Crowell discuss the current state of the Pittsburgh Penguins, focusing on coaching changes, player performances, and the impact of Sidney Crosby's injury. They also delve into the Penguins' Olympic players, contract extensions, and strategies for the upcoming trade deadline. The discussion highlights the team's dynamics, minor league developments, and the overall outlook for the season.Olympics are here and US is about to take on Canada for the gold medal. Crosby is day to day with lower body injury while Raks and Karlsson go home early. What is ahead at the trade deadline? Listen to the boys have an open conversation. Then subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on Pitt, Steelers, Penguins and other Pittsburgh sports teams. Set your schedule to listen to Soul Take, Pittsburgh sports talk show - each Tuesday (6-8p) live on YouTube or on our radio platform at pghdsen.com. Also tune in to our 24/7 radio station at pghdsen.com for Soulful Music, Pittsburgh Sports Talk and Lifestyle programming! @PittsburghsDSEN Also connect with our Pittsburgh Penguins correspondent Ken Craig on X, formerly Twitter, at @Ken_PittDSEN
00:00 Introduction to Penguins Weekly Update
01:58 Olympic Highlights and Sidney Crosby's Impact
05:58 Crosby's Injury Update and Team Dynamics
09:57 Performance of Penguins Players in the Olympics
13:55 Trade Deadline Considerations and Future Outlook
20:06 Evaluating Player Performance and Future Prospects
24:52 Trade Speculations and Team Dynamics
30:12 Defensive Strategies and Potential Acquisitions
36:18 Injury Updates and Player Recovery
39:20 Contract Extensions and Future Planning
43:50 Dan Muse's Jack Adams Candidacy
46:47 Coaching Comparisons and Future Odds
49:36 Player Trust and Team Morale
51:09 Lizzo and Team Dynamics
52:41 NHL Performance Insights