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Letang, Nieto, Ludvig undergo surgeries

Kris Letang, Matt Nieto and John Ludvig all underwent successful surgeries in the weeks since the Penguins' season ended. Letang underwent surgery to repair a fractured finger on his left hand in New York on May 10, and is expected to recover in eight weeks.

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Penguins’ Letang, Ludvig, Nieto undergo surgeries, have long-term recovery timeliens

Pittsburgh Penguins President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Kyle Dubas announced that Penguins skaters Kris Letang, John Ludvig and Matt Nieto have undergone recent surgeries.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / 5 hours ago

Three Penguins players undergo surgeries

Three Penguins have gone under the knife in recent weeks, general manager Kyle Dubas announced Wednesday.

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Full Dubas Recap: ‘Surprised, Disappointed’ By How Penguins Sulked

CRANBERRY — The Pittsburgh Penguins traded Jake Guentzel to Carolina on March 7. A few hours after the deal, which netted a package that included Michael Bunting, was announced, the Penguins absorbed a 6-0 loss to Washington at PPG Paints Arena, the by-product of their most dispirited effort of the season.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / March 29

Let’s Get Physical: These Two Penguins Defensemen Like to Hit

CRANBERRY — John Ludvig has appeared in 32 games since the Pittsburgh Penguins claimed him off waivers from Florida last Oct. 9. During that time, he’s logged a total of 376 minutes, 34 seconds of ice time, an average of 11:46 per game.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / FanNation Inside The Penguins / March 16

Rookie Defenseman Set to Help Penguins Playoff Push

PITTSBURGH – When the Pittsburgh Penguins traded Chad Ruhwedel to the New York Rangers, a window of opportunity opened for a few key faces. Without Ruhwedel in the lineup, young Penguins blueliners like John Ludvig and Ryan Shea would likely see more playing time in the NHL.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / March 15

Penguins Six-Pack: ‘We Just Weren’t Thinking’; Ludvig’s Net Gain

What matters most to the Pittsburgh Penguins, of course, is how their 6-3 victory against San Jose at PPG Paints Arena Thursday night ended. This is, after all, a bottom-line business, and the Penguins finished the evening with a badly needed victory and a couple of points.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / FanNation Inside The Penguins / March 11

Penguins Defenseman Earning NHL Role Old-Fashioned Way

PITTSBURGH – After eight seasons as a steady hand on the blue line, the Pittsburgh Penguins traded away Chad Ruhwedel to the New York Rangers. The Penguins didn’t get a player in return for the deal, opening up a roster spot for John Ludvig to step back into the lineup.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / March 10

Penguins Six-Pack: Offensive Lack of Goals; Ludvig Adds Punch

Remember when the Pittsburgh Penguins had one of the most feared and productive offenses in the NHL? When it seemed as if they could score almost at will, and pile up goals in bunches?

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / February 15

Penguins Six-Pack: Losing Mind Games; Cool Moment for Ludvig

There are times when the Pittsburgh Penguins seem fragile, like a team that fully expects something bad to happen. Perhaps because it so often does. Witness

Pittsburgh Penguins News / FanNation Inside The Penguins / February 5

Penguins Rookie Addresses Injury Concerns

PITTSBURGH – For the second time this season, the Pittsburgh Penguins will soon see rookie defenseman John Ludvig return after a stint on long-term injured reserve.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / February 4

For Ludvig, Those are the Breaks … and the Bumps … and the Bruises

CRANBERRY — The Pittsburgh Penguins understand — and appreciate — what John Ludvig adds to their defense corps. That the physicality he brings to their blue line is unmatched by any of his teammates.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / FanNation Inside The Penguins / February 4

Penguins Could Get Several Players Back Against Jets

PITTSBURGH – As the Pittsburgh Penguins returned to their first practice after the bye week, they were joined by multiple familiar faces. Not only did Jesse Puljujarvi sign a two-year contract, but a pair of injured players returned to the ice at what seemed like full capacity.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / February 4

Penguins Changes: Smith, Ludvig Rejoin Practice; Puustinen Remains in WBS

CRANBERRY — Are the Pittsburgh Penguins almost back to full health? In their first practice after the bye and All-Star Game break, both LW Reilly Smith and defenseman John Ludvig were in full-contact sweaters.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / January 28

Penguins Send Puustinen, Shea, Ludvig to WBS During Break

The Pittsburgh Penguins, who are heading into an extended break, on Sunday sent three players to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League — winger Valtteri Puustinen and defenseman Ryan Shea on regular reassignments, and defenseman John Ludvig on a conditioning assignment.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / FanNation Inside The Penguins / January 11

Penguins Defenseman Returns to Ice

PITTSBURGH – Defenseman John Ludvig has been absent from the Pittsburgh Penguins lineup ever since their win over the New York Islanders. Ludvig started that game by taking a beatdown from Matt Martin in the opening seconds but finished the game as normal.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / January 3

Penguins’ Ludvig Out ‘Longer Term’; P.O Gets Look With Karlsson

News about John Ludvig’s injury and the look the Pittsburgh Penguins sported during practice Wednesday at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex point to changes on defense, at least for the time being.

NHL News / Florida Hockey Now / December 10

Former Panthers Prospect John Ludvig Finds Home in Pittsburgh

John Ludvig gave it his all in an effort to make the opening night roster with the Florida Panthers. It was going to be an uphill battle for the 23-year-old defenseman, who missed significant time with injuries in his previous two seasons in the AHL.

NHL News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / November 29

Ludvig 'sticks up for our guys,' brings edge in OT loss to Predators

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Penguins missed out on an extra point in the standings with their 3-2 overtime loss to the Predators on Tuesday night at Bridgestone

Pittsburgh Penguins News / FanNation Inside The Penguins / November 22

Penguins Elevate John Ludvig from LTIR

The Pittsburgh Penguins are entering their Thanksgiving Eve matchup against the New York Rangers with a battered lineup, but at least one player could make a return.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 16

Penguins loan two players to AHL for conditioning

Penguins loan pair of players to AHL for conditioning stints

The Pittsburgh Penguins are loaning two players to the AHL for conditioning. They will be eligible to return to the NHL squad in short order.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 9

Penguins recall top goalie prospect

The Pittsburgh Penguins have recalled goaltender Joel Blomqvist from the AHL’s Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / FanNation Inside The Penguins / October 25

Penguins React to John Ludvig Injury

While the Pittsburgh Penguins suffered their third straight loss of this young 2023-24 season, they also had to finish the game a man down. About half way through the contest, Penguins defenseman John Ludvig suffered a scary looking injury after throwing a huge hit at center ice.

Florida Panthers News / Florida Hockey Now / October 8

Florida Panthers Waive Fitzgerald, Dalpe and Ludvig

The Florida Panthers placed forward Zac Dalpe and defenseman Casey Fitzgerald and John Ludvig on waivers on Sunday afternoon. All three are expected to report to AHL Charlotte if they clear waivers.

Florida Panthers News / Florida Hockey Now / September 29

After Injuries, John Ludvig Looks Sharp with Florida Panthers

SUNRISE — Even after two hip injuries, Florida Panthers prospect John Ludvig is not afraid to get physical. The 6-foot-1, 214-pound defenseman has blocked six shots and thrown three hits in his first two preseason games as he looks to make an impression on the Panthers.

Florida Panthers News / Florida Hockey Now / September 28

Observations From a Florida Panthers Preseason Loss in Carolina

The kids looked alright for the Florida Panthers for a while in Raleigh on Wednesday night. Then the third period started. The Carolina Hurricanes rolled an inexperienced Florida squad, scoring three times in the first four-plus minutes of the final period and won 4-1.