Jacob Punturi

3 days ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

It's no secret that the Dallas Stars are one of the top franchises in the NHL. They've reached the Western Conference Finals three consecutive seasons, cementing themselves as a top organization in the West and a perennial Stanley Cup contender. The Stars are also one of the best organizations for evaluating and drafting players into the NHL. Their current core is loaded with players drafted into the organization.

3 days ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

The 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame Class is here. Lanny McDonald, the Chair of the Hockey Hall of Fame board, and Ron Francis, the Chair of the Selection Committee, shared the news of the eight individuals who will be forever enshrined in the Hall of Fame. The six-time James Norris Trophy finalist, one-time winner, and 2009 Stanley Cup winner with the Boston Bruins is a welcomed addition to the Hall.

3 days ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

PITTSBURGH — There was one huge question on everyone’s mind as the Pittsburgh Steelers departed minicamp for more than a month-long break until training camp. Will the Steelers' new starting quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, host some of his new weapons out at his house in Malibu? Rest easy, Steelers fans, as Rodgers made his plans for the break known on a recent appearance on The Pat McAfee Show.

3 days ago | yardbarker.com | Jacob Punturi

The Steelers are banking on Rodgers having a fantastic final run in the NFL. Last season with the New York Jets, he threw for 28 touchdowns, but the Jets won just five games. If he can reach the 30 TD mark or higher in 2025, the Steelers’ defense can help carry the team to nine or 10 wins easily. The big question is can the 41-year-old’s mobility and footwork keep him upright in the pocket and slinging the ball like his Hall of Fame resume suggests.

3 days ago | si.com | Jacob Punturi

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t expect to have a long-lasting relationship with the veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Signing the 41-year-old to a one-year contract made it clear that the Steelers were intent on winning in 2025 and not concerned with the starting position beyond this season. Still, the question looming over Rodgers’ arrival was whether or not this would be a one-hit wonder or the beginning of an extended tenure in Pittsburgh.