Jacob Punturi

Pittsburgh

Featured Writer at The Hockey News

Assistant Manager of Patron Services at pittsburghclo.org

Articles

3 Qualities Needed for Next Islanders GM

5 days ago | yardbarker.com | Jacob Punturi

Respectfully, another veteran name is not the direction the Islanders must go in. To get this team back on track there are three, non-negotiable qualities the next GM on Long Island must possess. Amateur Scouting ExperienceThe first test of whoever is hired is the 2025 NHL Draft. With the first-overall pick, the Islanders can jumpstart their rebuild with the right pick or set themselves back even further with a swing and a miss. That's why the new GM in charge must have a grasp on amateur scouting.
Panthers' Anton Lundell Continuing Postseason Success

5 days ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

The Florida Panthers trail 2-0 in their second-round series against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The series returns to Sunrise, Florida, for Games 3 and 4, and the defending champions are a loss away from the brink of elimination. The Panthers need more from their top players to get back in this series against the Maple Leafs. This series would look very different if the Cats had everyone playing like Anton Lundell.
Power Play Adjustments Key for Washington Capitals and Carolina Hurricanes

5 days ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

The Washington Capitals ended the Carolina Hurricanes' perfect penalty killing streak in Game 2 of their heated second-round Stanley Cup Playoffs matchup. The Hurricanes entered the game with a sterling 100% success rate on the penalty kill, but a laser from defenseman John Carlson ended that. The Hurricanes wouldn't let the Capitals outdo them, however, and answered with a power play goal of their own.
Carolina Hurricanes' Perfect Penalty Kill Creating Issues for Washington Capitals

6 days ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

The Carolina Hurricanes hold a 1-0 series lead over the Washington Capitals in their second-round series. The Canes' overtime victory shocked the Metropolitan Division champions, and now the Caps seek revenge in Game 2. The Hurricanes established a strong plan for attacking the Capitals in Game 1 and aim to continue pushing them in Game 2. Carolina excelled at getting shots on net, pushing the pace, and keeping the Capitals' potent power play off the scoresheet.
Anaheim Ducks Hiring Joel Quenneville as New HC

6 days ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

The Anaheim Ducks have found a new head coach ahead of the 2025-2026 NHL season. The organization is reportedly naming Joel Quenneville as the newest man in charge, hoping he can guide this middling team out of the basement of the Pacific Division and Western Conference. The Ducks fired former head coach Greg Cronin following a poor performance in 2024-2025. The team missed the postseason again and finished with a record of 35-37-10 for 80 points. Quenneville has an extensive coaching resume.
Steelers QB Will Howard Reveals NFL Goal

6 days ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers hope they landed a future starting quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft. The organization selected Will Howard out of the Ohio State University in the sixth round. The Steelers will have to patiently wait for Howard's development. He possesses the ideal size and look of an NFL quarterback, but he comes with many question marks he must answer in his pursuit of a starting job. Despite the long road ahead, Howard maintained confidence throughout the draft process.
Golden Knights Need Alex Pietrangelo Back

6 days ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

The Vegas Golden Knights are in danger of going down 2-0 in their second-round series against the Edmonton Oilers. The opening contest between two top Pacific Division and Western Conference powerhouses went in the Oilers' favor, with Edmonton netting three third-period goals to win. There was a notable absence in the Golden Knights' lineup in Game 1. Top defenseman Alex Pietrangelo was a late scratch from the opening contest due to illness, and Vegas' defensive performance suffered.
Former Montreal Canadiens GM Tops New York Islanders' Wish List

6 days ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

The New York Islanders are in the early stages of their search for a new general manager, but the updates are rolling in regularly. In the brief time since Lou Lamoriello departed the franchise, several different names have been tied to the role. Names like Ken Holland, last employed by the Edmonton Oilers, and Jeff Gorton, currently working with the Montreal Canadiens, have been tied to the open position. Now, another name enters the Islanders' wish list.
Hurricanes, Maple Leafs, Oilers Perfecting Shot Quantity Over Quality

1 week ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

There's an old adage in hockey — there's no such thing as a bad shot on goal. Today's NHL is so advanced. The players are the best athletes in the sport's history. Metrics and data tracking have transformed how we evaluate players' on-ice performance. Sometimes in our quest to advance, we forget that simpler most times is better.
Stars Front Office Has Perfect GM Candidate for Kings

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Jacob Punturi

The Los Angeles Kings are searching for a new general manager after dismissing Rob Blake from the position. Blake held the role for eight years, guiding the team's resurgence and return to a playoff contender. Now, the team has to take the next step toward becoming a true Stanley Cup contender. That's why the Kings need a different perspective and voice at the helm.