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Originally Published 6 months ago — by NHL.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired a 2028 third-round draft pick from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic, giving the Penguins nine picks in the 2028 NHL Draft and a total of 28 draft selections over the next three years.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NHL.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have re-signed goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic to a two-year contract worth $2.5 million annually. Nedeljkovic, 28, had a solid performance last season with an 18-7-7 record and a 2.97 goals-against average. He has played parts of seven NHL seasons and has nine games of Stanley Cup Playoff experience.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NHL.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins secured a crucial 4-2 victory over the Nashville Predators, keeping their playoff hopes alive, but still need help from other teams to secure a spot. With one game left in the regular season, the Penguins are trailing Washington and Detroit in the race for the second Wild Card spot. Despite the uncertainty, the team remains optimistic and focused on their upcoming game against the Islanders. The win was fueled by goals from Erik Karlsson, Reilly Smith, and Emil Bemstrom, with goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic delivering a strong performance. The Penguins will need favorable outcomes from other games to extend their season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PensBurgh
The Pittsburgh Penguins are in a strong position to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs after a 6-5 overtime win against the Detroit Red Wings and a Washington Capitals loss. Despite a shaky performance, the Penguins are close to securing a playoff spot, with Sidney Crosby's exceptional play and goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic's recent struggles being key points of interest. The team's bottom-six lines have improved defensively, but there's still a need for more scoring depth as they enter a crucial phase in the playoff race.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TribLIVE
The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Washington Capitals 4-1, with goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic making 30 saves to boost the Penguins' playoff hopes. The win brought the Penguins within a point of the Capitals in the playoff race. Goals from Ryan Shea, P.O Joseph, Michael Bunting, and Lars Eller secured the victory for the Penguins. Nedeljkovic's strong performance in goal has been crucial for the team as they push for a playoff spot.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Pittsburgh Hockey Now
Despite facing multiple setbacks including a goalie change and illness, the Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the New York Rangers 5-2, with Alex Nedeljkovic stepping in as a late replacement goalie and Sidney Crosby making history by tying Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record of averaging a point per game for 19 seasons.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Pittsburgh Hockey Now
Backup goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic will start for the Pittsburgh Penguins against the Dallas Stars, while defenseman John Ludvig will make his NHL debut. Penguins coach Mike Sullivan explained that the decision is part of managing the workload of both goaltenders. Nedeljkovic's start follows two consecutive losses by the Penguins. Ludvig is expected to play on the third defensive pairing.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TribLIVE
Backup goalie Alex Nedeljkovic shines in his debut for the Pittsburgh Penguins, making 34 saves on 36 shots to lead the team to a 5-2 victory against the Calgary Flames. Penguins forwards Jake Guentzel, Evgeni Malkin, Bryan Rust, and Reilly Smith also had strong performances, contributing to the win. Nedeljkovic's solid goaltending kept the Penguins in the game, especially in the first two periods, and showcased his potential as a reliable NHL goaltender.