Pens Points: Opening night nears

With Lizotte and Kindel out in the short term, forward Hendrix Lapierre is looking to capitalize on an opportunity after injuries created a hole in Pittsburgh's bottom-six. Lapierre, acquired from Washington in the offseason, is competing with several players for a chance to fill the opening at center. [ Trib Live ]

The Penguins entered training camp with several goaltenders competing for NHL playing time, including Arturs Silovs , Sergei Murashov and Joel Blomqvist, giving head coach Dan Muse a problem to solve ahead of the regular season and for the team's future. [ Trib Live ]

Murashov continues to make strides after two strong seasons in the AHL, putting himself in position to show his worth in the NHL. [ Penguins ]