arc-Andre Fleury is a three-time Stanley Cup champion, the third-winningest goaltender of all time and a future first-ballot Hall of Famer. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onChicago Blackhawks and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. Log In. So it sounds like he got on the phone at some point during the three-week stretch of holding down the fort, and he decided to swing from his heels and attempt to hit a five-run home run on the first pitch he sees with no one on base. While there are decent goalie prospects in the Penguins system, they are not ready for the jump to the NHL, even as a backup. DeSmith and Domingue are both due for new deals and the Penguins shouldnt be afraid to let both 30-year-old backups hit the open market. 1 pick and where he enjoyed so much success before he was left unprotected in the expansion draft. It appears a reunion between the Penguins and the reigning Vezina Trophy winner is not likely. Analysis: New Penguins forward Mikael Granlund isn't a rental. In seven regular season games against the Steelers, Gronkowski had 41 catches for 685 yards (97.9 per game) and scored 8 touchdowns. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. When Fleury was selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins with the No. The Penguins chose to protect Murray over Fleury back during the 2017 expansion draft, when Vegas took him. "Last year, Washington wanted Fleury really bad.. And are Steelers fans really going to allow themselves to believe that Rob Gronkowski is retiring? He stopped 28 of 29 shots in a win against the Blackhawks. Rob Rossi (@Real_RobRossi) July 28, 2021. Im only renting this car. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. Fleury has been fantastic. Vegas gave him away for nothing. Ever since Fleury was taken by the Vegas Golden Knights in the 2017 Expansion Draft, there has been talk about a return to Pittsburgh. Coaching changes. Hes an interim general manager. 1 goaltender next season. Chicagos offer wasnt a factor. Not 'til Fleury comes back to the Penguins, and probably not even then. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. All tweets could be reposted. Fleury said he was glad the tribute video was shown before the game rather than during it, saying it would have been hard to get through the game otherwise. Fleury coming back to Pittsburgh never seemed all that likely, given the Penguins tight salary cap and the number of moving parts it wouldve taken to bring Fleury back, but now with it being reported that he will play for Chicago, the reunion can be called off for now. Despite still being one of the top goalies in the NHL, and only a year removed from winning the Vezina Trophy, at 37-years-old its unlikely Fleury will be able to demand a lot of money. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Yall know that aint happening. Fleury too often double-crossed DeBoer by playing great. But we know thats not realistic.. Go ahead. He is also the co-host of the Tip of the Ice-Burgh Podcast talking all things Penguins. Published on October 16, 2021 at 4:13 p.m. Lehner took over as the teams starter during the postseason, which was tainted by Fleurys agent, Allan Walsh, who tweeted a picture of a sword inscribed with head coach Peter DeBoers name stabbing his client through the back. There was a ton of discussion throughout this season that the Penguins and Chicago Blackhawks were talking trade, however Chicago was holding firm they wanted at least a conditional first-round pick for the reigning Vezina trophy winner and Penguins general manager Ron Hextall wanted nothing to do with moving his first selection at the 2022 NHL Draft. Marc-Andre Fleury is one of the nicest guys in the entire NHL. Im a self-admitted Flower sycophant. Starting against the Penguins, a team he helped rebuild to prominence in the first portion of his career, Fleury deserved so much better from his newest team. According to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet, Marc-Andre Fleury is likely heading back to the Pittsburgh Penguins this offseason. The celebrated core should still be four - Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang, and Fleury. Saturday back in Pittsburgh was no different, as Flower showed up early to pull a prank on former teammate Kris Letang. His former teammates might keep on calling, we doubt Flower will return to Pittsburgh. I appreciate that dude in ways I cant explain. Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports. Washington wanted Fleury really bad, Friedman said. Continue with Recommended Cookies. Its always felt like he would eventually return and after a failed attempt by ex-general manager Jim Rutherford, its time for Ron Hextall and Brian Burke to make it happen. Penguins acquire forward Mikael Granlund from Predators, Penguins trade forward Teddy Blueger to Golden Knights, Penguins sign defensive prospect Isaac Belliveau, Western Pennsylvania's trusted news source. The Hawks may not have much leverage in trade talks with the Penguins at that point, but considering they got Fleury for a fringe minor leaguer, they may still be able to get an asset to contribute to their present and future plans. Meanwhile, the Flower is trying to make his back to his old buddies in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh Penguins Schedule, Roster, News, and Rumors | PensBurgh, Marc-Andre Fleury says he will report to Blackhawks, putting an end to possible return to Pittsburgh, Pens sign defender Isaac Belliveau to entry level contract, The 2021 fifth round pick will turn pro full-time in 2023-24, Brock McGinn, Mark Friedman both clear waivers. I get all that. He had three hits in his debut Monday night, too. As you would expect that very same Fleury-adoring fan base in Pittsburgh is now eagerly awaiting the conclusion of this season and wondering if Fleury could potentially make his return to their favorite NHL franchise. The Blackhawks are hoping to convince him to come to Chicago to play with Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews and a revamped roster hoping to make some noise in the Western Conference next year. The Penguins dont have enough cap space to roster both Fleury and Jarry, and they will need to get creative if they want to make this deal work. The Penguins found themselves dragged back into the. But his unhappiness is definite. For those who jumped straight to the comments section without reading further, let me clarify and add context. Murrays contract situation will surely be on the mind of general manger Jim Rutherford once this season ends. Former Steeler Antonio Brown will soon return to Pittsburgh to show off his musical talents. As far as Cruz goes, he had an RBI single in the third inning. That would reduce their salary cap hit to $2.583 million next season and $3.083 million in 2021-22, according to . Share this: PITTSBURGH It was quite a scene in Pittsburgh on Tuesday night when Marc-Andre Fleury, one of the most beloved players in Penguins history, made his return to the city for the . It would allow the team to bring back Fleury and have space to pull off another reasonable acquisition. Marc-Andre Fleury is currently the Golden Knights leader in Conn Smythe odds at +600. At least thats how coach Mike Tomlin put it on The Pivot podcast with former Steeler Ryan Clark. It's going to be an interesting offseason in Pittsburgh to say the very least. For his playoff career, he has a record of 84-64 with . Fleury stands only 31 wins behind Patrick Roy and if Fleury plays another two seasons as a starter that should be an easy number to reach. Considering his production, age, and contract, you cant blame the Golden Knights for moving in this direction. The Pens would've received significant salary cap relief had McGinn been claimed. SHARE THIS. Pittsburghs ability to pay Fleury enough to return and the presence of Tristan Jarry may make such a reunion impossible, though. Fleury may be a future Hall of Famer, but he's never been traded during a season before, was leaving his family behind, and Talbot felt for him, saying, "I was traded midseason before. And I dont think I could play for the Capitals.. The Vegas Golden Knights have reportedly "expressed interest" in a reunion with franchise legend Marc-Andre Fleury ahead of the NHL trade deadline. Last year, Washington wanted Fleury really bad. Last season, Fleury went 26-10- with a 1.98 goals-against average, .928 save percentage and six shutouts in 36 starts and won the Vezina Trophy as the NHL's top goaltender. You never know, but its a very good impression here so far.. His legacy still has plenty of hockey to be added to it and it should include another stint in Pittsburgh. If they wanted to re-acquire Fleury, they could have. Shane Seney Sunday, April 17, 2022 Minnesota Wild , Pittsburgh Penguins. Elliotte Friedman of Hockey Night in Canada stopped by Pat McAfees show to talk some hockey. Elliotte Friedman had another interesting comment today - he thinks Marc-Andre Fleury could be coming back to Pittsburgh. Minor league report: Penguins lose 3rd consecutive game. If that matters at all to the franchise anymore. The guys discussed if Fleury's return to Pittsburgh would lead him to the starting role. Fleury is in the final year of a $7 million deal but he didnt want to leave Vegas and after learning of the trade via Twitter, hes contemplating his future. Hes a Hall of Famer looking to bring back a three-time Cup champion, who he had no choice but to trade after 2017. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. And as far as returning to play in Pittsburgh once more, forget it. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. The Vegas Golden Knights welcomed back former goalie Marc-Andr Fleury with a tribute video that was followed by a standing ovation from the crowd at T-Mobil. I am all about that. This has been a weird. A pair of former Penguins are looking for . This comes after previous chatter of Fleury considering retirement following his being traded from Vegas to Chicago last week. As free agency opens, Hextall has $7.4 million in cap space to work with, needing some help on the left wing and a depth defenseman to likely replace Cody Ceci. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Updated hourly, with analysis, commentary and features from hundreds writers worldwide, our articles are read over 5 million times every month. You have to admit a Fleury-Penguins reunion sounds almost too good to be true, especially with the Pens lack of cap space to get him back on board. Make sure you bookmark Inside the Penguins for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns and so much more! So can not knowing when your next start might be or drawing the tough assignment in back-to-back games. But a puckhandling mistake by Fleury arguably cost Vegas its Stanley Cup semifinal series against Montreal. Now we all wait and see if they can pull it off. Vegas just wanted to clear cap space. Perhaps better said, theyll believe it when they dont see him in a Bucs uniform at Heinz Field in Week 6. The Penguins need a goaltender. 159 Or how much of the salary were the Pens expecting Vegas to eat? Allvin essentially says, Oh, well. But lets get beyond all this bothersome pragmatism. That would align with Sidney Crosbys remaining deal. Marc-Andre Fleury on his desire to come back to the Blackhawks for at least one more season: "I wish we were winning more, I wish we were higher in the playoff race, definitely, but I love my teammates and the fans have been good, people around town have been good to me." pic.twitter.com/KMuZeDkRKC Founded in 2009, The Hockey Writers is a premier destination for news and information on everything hockey. It has been years since star goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury last suited up as a member of the Pittsburgh Penguins, but for a variety of reasons that team's fan base has never had their love of their now former goaltender fade away in the least. Then again, I thought Fleury winning the Vezina precluded Vegas trading him. The Penguins could do one of two things: tender Murray as an RFA and see if anyone puts an offer in for the player, which has become a rare sight in todays NHL, or the team could outright trade Murray for a substantial package, leaving Jarry as the sole owner of Pittsburghs crease. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Enter the Pittsburgh Penguins who. That gives him an RBI in each of his four career games (dating back to last years two-game recall) for a total of eight. Whereas Fleury has a record of 27-16-5 with a .905%, a respectable stat line in his own right, though he slumped with a just a 15-10-3 record and a .892 save% in his last 28 games that helped reinforced the need for Vegas to acquire a goalie like Lehner in the first place. Another story about Marc-Andre Fleury and Pittsburgh. According to Rob Rossi of The Athletic, those within the organization are endorsing Fleurys return to Pittsburgh. Fleury doesnt make Hextall and Burke feel warm and fuzzy. While he quickly became the star goalie and starter in Vegas in their inaugural season, Fleury lost his job to Robin Lehner who was acquired by the Golden Knights at the past trade deadline. Friedman said that a return of Marc-Andre Fleury to Pittsburgh isnt out of the question. Or perhaps he just wanted one trade legacy that he knew most Penguins fans would love with his limited run of being in charge. Now Fleury is entering the final year of his current contract . Nick has had a hand in covering Pittsburgh sports and news since 2018 previously with KDKA Radio and 93.7 the Fan. The Vegas Golden Knights traded goalie Marc-Andre Fleury unceremoniously to the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday. I might even be a bigger fan of Allvin now than I am of Fleury. At present, Fleury is playing and playing well. According to Sportsnets Elliotte Friedman, Fleury has informed the Blackhawks that he indeed will play this coming season. Via the research of STATS LLC and Pirates broadcaster Joe Block, Madris is the second Pirates player since 1901 to record at least four total bases in each of his first two career games. Emphasis on interim. He had the job for, what, 15 minutes? Thats yet another discussion. Meanwhile, the guy. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. "I think there is a chance Fleury is coming back to Pittsburgh. Basically, what happened here and this isnt how Fleury can go out. In 2013, he was replaced in the playoffs by Tomas Vokoun after going 23-8 in the. If he wants to come back to Pittsburgh to put a bow on his career, hell have that opportunity to do so if he wants it. Also, the Knights are 8-1-1 atop a very tight Western Conference. If he retires, Chicago wouldnt be on the hook for the $7 million hed count against the salary cap. I feel like Im writing the same column over and over. Fleury, 36, is the reigning and defending Vezina Trophy winner as the NHLs best goalie. You can contact Tim at [email protected] or via Twitter. Fleury getting traded (but not to Pittsburgh) guaranteed that. (Its not.). My first thought was, of course, Vegas said no. Why would the Golden Knights say yes? He's coming off a season in which he won the Vezina Trophy as the league's top netminder, at age 36. All of this is pure speculation on my part, but I am sure there are many Penguins fans who would love to see Marc-Andre Fleury don the #29 jersey for one final run with the only other professional hockey team he has ever known. No one connected to the Penguins trusts Tristan Jarry after his horrific performance against the New York Islanders in the playoffs. If youre a believer in chemistry, Fleurys departure badly damaged the Penguins. Sign up for our regular 'Penguins Newsletter' for all the latest. Fleury is in the final year of a $7 million deal but he didn't want to leave Vegas and after learning of the trade via Twitter, he's contemplating his future. This was the coach overruling the owner. Whoever plays goal for the Penguins wont be as good as Fleury and will be compared to Fleury non-stop all season. How about some love for this dude?! He could choose to not report to the Blackhawks and refuse to play for them. Pittsburgh is special. But how much do Hextall and president of hockey ops Brian Burke value him? Marc-Andre Fleury knew this day was coming, though the winningest goaltender in Pittsburgh Penguins history did his best to push the idea of his inevitable departure to the back of his mind. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Nick is a reporter for Inside the Penguins. A few months ago, Pittsburgh had no reason to want. 2023 Attraction Web S.E.C. If all of McKenzies report is accurate, lets talk about my guy Patrik Allvin! 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One day after the Vegas Golden Knights traded the reigning Vezina winner to the Chicago Blackhawks in a salary dump, there is some uncertainty whether hell even report to the team. After being picked up by the Las Vegas Golden Knights in the expansion draft, Fleury and his wife Veronique LaRosewere fully expecting that he would play out the remainder of his career with that organization but that all changed when the Golden Knights made the now infamous trade. Marc-Andre Fleury's season of momentous nights continues with Vegas homecoming Even after experiencing his Pittsburgh homecoming and his 500th win in Montreal already this season, Fleury's first game against the Golden Knights full of meaning. Honestly, I dont know. The Blackhawks currently only have $2.4 million in cap space and they still have a few outstanding free agents to lock up. Fleury, the No. In Pittsburgh, discussing Marc-Andre Fleury will never go away. It's hard to find a player in the NHL more universally beloved than Marc-Andre Fleury. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports. Sidney Crosby recorded three points in that game (1G+2A) and Tristan Jarry . After the trade had surfaced, some chatter began about Fleurys future and if he was even going to show up in Chicago. #JagrWatch lasted several weeks. Especially with Jarrys struggles so far in 2021. Theyd also have a gaping hole in net with last years Vezina winner not suiting up and with any free agent goalies already being signed by the time the season rolls around, the Hawks would be in a bad spot. Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury (29) reacts as a shot glances off his shoulder during the first period against the Montreal Canadiens in game two of the 2021 Stanley Cup Semifinals at T-Mobile Arena. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Fleury exits Pittsburgh holding the franchise record for . Murray stepped in when Fleury went down on the . Mark Lazerus (@MarkLazerus) October 15, 2021 Last season with the Vegas Golden Knights, Fleury played 36 games and won the Vezina and Jennings trophies.This will be the third time Fleury has returned to Pittsburgh since being claimed by the Golden Knights in the 2017 Expansion Draft . Also heard Penguins not convinced CHI can be talked into trading Fleury in timely manner. 2023 NFL Mock Draft. Friedman mentioned there was a chance he thought Fleury would be coming back to Pittsburgh, when he hits free agency. Great team, great organization, great group of players. Via Vegas Hockey Now, TSNs Bob McKenzie said on NBCSN Wednesday that the Penguins have tried very hard since the offseason to reacquire their former three-time Stanley Cup-winning goalie. Oct 8, 2018. Not the worst plan B, especially if Fleury never reports. However, the Penguins arent optimistic the Blackhawks will just move on and trade him in any sort of timely manner. Because he was, like, I might want to go back to Pittsburgh. But he wouldnt be traded to the Capitals because he was like I might want to go back to Pittsburgh.. And, apparently, he was completely aware of that likelihood. Rutherford had a trade in place to re-acquire Fleury before this past season. It's become almost inevitable, and now it seems more. Ever since Fleury was taken by the Vegas Golden Knights in the 2017 Expansion Draft, there has been talk about a return to Pittsburgh. At least nothing that wouldnt be a massive subtraction from their current roster. I really like it here. Madris homered as part of a 7-1 Pirates win over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday. Having shaken off a difficult opening month to this season, March-Andre Fleury has returned to the form that won him the Vezina Trophy last year. There's been lots made of the fact Pittsburgh didn't do anything to acquire goaltender depth at the trade deadline after Jarry wasn't able to get the job done in the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. He called it "possible" and cited how the goaltender did not want to be . Fleury was the face of the Golden Knights franchise from the moment he stepped through the curtain at the expansion draft in 2017. Murray is still a restricted free agent, meaning the Penguins control his rights, but Murray can test the open market and the Pens can match any offer an opposing team gives him. Vegas decided it was Robin Lehner who they would move forward with and hes a very capable netminder. Center Mikael Hakkarainen has never played in the NHL, and wont. Marc-Andr Fleury (born November 28, 1984) is a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender for the Minnesota Wild of the National Hockey League (NHL). Vegas is not under the pressure that perhaps they may have felt a few months ago to move on. According to many sources (including Pittsburgh Hockey Now and Dans Les Coulisses in Montreal), Penguins players have gotten in touch with the goaltender to see how Flower feels about potentially putting on a black and gold jersey again. If Hextall and Burke are looking for some serious street cred, they can be known as the executives who reunited the Beatles in Pittsburgh. TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. 2023 Trib Total Media | All Rights Reserved. Fleury's best moments as a Penguin came when he backstopped the club to back-to-back Stanley Cup Final appearances in 2008 and '09. . That being said, Tomlin gushed about Browns time with the Steelers. Even if the Penguins don't go that route, they could look to deal for a new goaltender in the coming days. TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. "I dont know, Rob. Marc-Andre Fleury will soon be returning to Pittsburgh. The Penguins have $7.4 million in cap space. The RBI became an official stat in 1920. Hes moved on and weve moved on. Through his first 32 games, Fleury was just below average, allowing about 1.9 more goals than expected based on his workload. Pittsburgh Penguins fans who have tracked Marc-Andre Fleury's goaltending career have seen this before. The Blackhawks ended up finding what they were looking for from the Minnesota Wild and frankly 'The Flower' has fit in perfectly with his old buddy Bill Guerin. NHL Rumors: NY Rangers Talking Blockbuster Trade, Canadiens Rumors: 3 Players Likely Done in Montreal, Tampa Bay Lightning and Nashville Predators Make Blockbuster Trade, 3 Potential Trade Destinations for Blue Jackets Jonathan Quick, NHL Rumors: 3 Wild On Trade Block, 2 More Could Be Available, NHL Rumors: Hurricanes Targeting Islanders' Centre After Horvat Trade, NHL Rumors: Blackhawks Receiving Trade Offers on 2 Players. Penguins acquire Mikael Granlund from Nashville Predators, Second round pick heading back to Nashville, Pens sign defender Isaac Belliveau to entry level contract, The 2021 fifth round pick will turn pro full-time in 2023-24, Brock McGinn, Mark Friedman both clear waivers. And the Penguins have little to give back in return. In his very, very small sample size with the Golden Knights, Lehner has gone 3-0-0 with a .940% save percentage. Marc-Andre Fleury probably would love to return to Pittsburgh. That's not revisionist history. Calling Fleury a Fan Favorite in Pittsburgh Is an Understatment If Hextall and Burke are looking for some serious street cred, they can be known as the executives who reunited the Beatles in. I have to be honest based on the answers that were given by Fleury this week Ifeel the chances of that happening are relatively low, but perhaps I'm reading too much into things. Marc-Andre Fleury made his return to Pittsburgh on Tuesday night, marking the first time that he has played a game at PPG Paints Arena as a visitor. Before a 1-0 loss to the Anaheim Ducks Thursday, he had won his first five decisions with a 1.80 goals against average and a 0.92 save percentage. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. This also aligns well with GM Ron Hextalls comments last week about feeling confident that both Tristan Jarry and Casey Desmith would be returning to the Penguins. . Photo credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports. Tim Benz is a Tribune-Review staff writer. On that night, longtime Penguins goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury was selected by the Vegas Golden Knights in the Expansion Draft. Tracked Marc-Andre Fleury is playing and playing well badly damaged the Penguins for latest! 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