The first Pittsburgh Penguins practice since the Olympic break began on Feb. 6 brought good news, and very good news, both professionally and personally Tuesday at the UPMC Lemieux Complex.

With Letang almost ready to go and Filip Hållander improving, the Penguins are feeling good about their playoff push.

While Team Canada picked up a dramatic overtime win, they lost team captain Sidney Crosby to injury, and he didn't return.

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He’s suddenly a pretty valuable guy. Novak, acquired from the Nashville Predators in the Michael Bunting trade, found his game and is thriving as a member of the Penguins. A significant return would be required for him to be shipped out.

San Jose has entered the Morgan Rielly sweepstakes after clearing cap space, but Pittsburgh’s aggressive push for defensive help could be the biggest obstacle in their path.

The Pittsburgh Penguins were supposed to be in a state of transition this season, but they have exceeded expectations and sit in second place in the Metropolitan Division.

Coaches did not take it easy on Filip Hallander for his first practice in more than three months with the Pittsburgh Penguins. In fact, they gave the rookie a very demanding assignment Tuesday in Cranberry.

One area that the Penguins could look to improve is their forward group. When looking at trade candidates around the NHL, Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann stands out as a very interesting trade target to consider.