The Penguins today released their 2009 preseason schedule, which includes home games Sept. 18 against Toronto and Sept. 25 against Columbus, both at 7:30 p.m. (Today)
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Former Canadiens captain Saku Koivu signed a one-year deal with the Ducks yesterday.
Saku Koivu has left the Montreal Canadiens after 13 seasons to join the Anaheim Ducks. (Today)
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The Blackhawks re-signed restricted free agent forward Kris Versteeg to a three-year contract yesterday.
The Chicago Blackhawks agreed to terms with left wing Kris Versteeg on a three-year contract Wednesday, effectively ending a free agent signing headache that prompted a grievance from the NHL Players' Association. (Today)
Claude Lemieux announced his retirement again Wednesday, wrapping up a 21-year NHL career with four Stanley Cups. (Today)
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Penguins center Max Talbot underwent shoulder surgery yesterday.
Ray Shero's to-do list for the balance of the offseason remains relatively short. The Penguins' general manager needs a sixth NHL-proven defenseman. (Yesterday)