All articles tagged with #marc andre fleury
Originally Published 4 months ago — by WTAE
Marc-Andre Fleury, a beloved former Pittsburgh Penguins goalie and three-time Stanley Cup champion, is returning to the team on a professional tryout contract, practicing in September and playing in an exhibition game, marking a full-circle moment in his career.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed legendary goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury to a professional tryout contract, and he will participate in a preseason game, marking his return to the team where he spent 13 seasons and won three Stanley Cups.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NHL.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed veteran goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury to a professional tryout contract, marking his return to the team where he spent 13 seasons and achieved numerous records and awards, including three Stanley Cups. Fleury, a highly accomplished NHL player, will join the team for practice and an upcoming exhibition game.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NHL.com
The Minnesota Wild has signed goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury to a one-year, $2.5 million contract extension through the 2024-25 season. Fleury, a veteran with an impressive NHL career, has played over 1,000 games and holds numerous records. The Wild will conclude their regular season by hosting the Seattle Kraken, and tickets are available for purchase.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
NHL player Marc-Andre Fleury pulled off an elaborate prank on his teammate Brandon Duhaime by chaining and locking his Jeep's tires to a fence and covering it with flowers and a "For Sale" sign, prompting Duhaime to surrender in their ongoing prank war. Fleury orchestrated the prank with the help of teammates and even took an Uber to gather supplies. The two players have a history of playful pranks, with Fleury's latest stunt being deemed a masterpiece and bringing their prank war to a close.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
The Minnesota Wild defeated the Arizona Coyotes 5-2, with Joel Eriksson Ek breaking a tie in the third period. Marc-Andre Fleury made several key saves, while Mats Zuccarello returned to assist on three goals. The Wild's lack of depth scoring was evident, and Marat Khusnutdinov's NHL debut remains uncertain. Despite trade-related absences, the Coyotes struggled and fell to the Wild.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Marc-Andre Fleury was honored by the Minnesota Wild for his 1,000 career games and 552 wins, with his family and former Pittsburgh Penguins teammates in attendance. His children surprised him by reading the lineup card and sharing heartfelt messages, leading to an emotional night. Fleury delivered a fantastic performance in the Wild's 3-2 victory over the Penguins, showcasing his competitiveness and inspiring his teammates. The win brought the Wild closer to a playoff spot, and Fleury expressed gratitude for the special night, determined to continue his playoff streak with the team.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Russian Machine Never Breaks
Minnesota Wild goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury was honored by the Pittsburgh Penguins for his 1,000th NHL game with a custom painting featuring career highlights, including a moment where he stopped Alex Ovechkin. The painting also represents Fleury's time with other teams, and he received additional gifts and tributes from the Wild. Fleury's family was also honored, and he went on to lead the Wild to a 3-2 victory over the Penguins, earning the first star of the game.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Pittsburgh Hockey Now
The Pittsburgh Penguins lost 3-2 to the Minnesota Wild, with the game-winner being a controversial goal that the Penguins believe should not have counted. Captain Sidney Crosby and coach Mike Sullivan expressed frustration over the referees' decision, as they and every player on the ice believed the puck hit the netting. Despite the loss, Crosby praised former teammate Marc-Andre Fleury, who made crucial saves for the Wild. Goalie Alex Nedeljkovic also expressed disbelief at the call, as the Penguins felt they were on the wrong side of an obvious missed replay review.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NHL.com
Former Penguins goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury gets emotional during a tribute video on his special night in Minnesota, where he made 33 saves in a 3-2 win over Pittsburgh. Despite a strong effort from Sidney Crosby and the Penguins, they couldn't secure the victory, with controversy surrounding a disallowed goal. The game featured a lot of special teams play, but ultimately, the Wild emerged victorious in a game that held sentimental value for Fleury and his former teammates.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NHL.com
The Pittsburgh Penguins honored Marc-Andre Fleury with a custom painting by Sidney Crosby in celebration of his 1,000th NHL game, featuring depictions of Fleury with the teams he's played for and his teammates. The Minnesota Wild also paid tribute to Fleury with special patches and a touching pregame ceremony, while his teammate Filip Gustavsson wore a flower crown in his honor, and other teammates wore flowers on their lapels.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TribLIVE
Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney II discusses the potential return of quarterback Mason Rudolph and the future of Acrisure Stadium, while Bill Cowher's status at CBS remains uncertain. Marc-Andre Fleury is honored in Minnesota, and the Robert Morris men's and women's hockey teams face pivotal weekends.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Pittsburgh Hockey Now
The Pittsburgh Penguins received some playoff help from the Chicago Blackhawks, Marc-Andre Fleury's potential trade continues to generate chatter, the Vancouver Canucks extended Jim Rutherford's contract, and the Vegas flu is back in full force. Additionally, the NHL trade rumors involving Jake Guentzel and Juuse Saros are gaining traction, while the Montreal Canadiens' rebuild is showing signs of inconsistency.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
Marc-Andre Fleury earns his 552nd NHL win, passing Patrick Roy for second most all time, as the Minnesota Wild secure a 5-0 victory over the New York Islanders. Joel Eriksson Ek scores two goals, Mats Zuccarello, Connor Dewar, and Marcus Foligno each contribute one, breaking a six-game home losing streak for the Wild. The win marks only their second victory in the past 10 games. Additionally, defenseman Jonas Brodin returns to the lineup after a hand injury, and the Wild hit the road for a Tampa Bay-Florida-Carolina swing after practice.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NHL.com
Marc-Andre Fleury earned his 552nd career win, moving into second place on the NHL's all-time wins list, as the Minnesota Wild defeated the New York Islanders 5-0. Joel Eriksson Ek scored twice, and Mats Zuccarello and Marcus Foligno each contributed a goal and an assist for the Wild, ending their four-game losing streak. The Islanders struggled, with Ilya Sorokin making 29 saves before being replaced, and the team losing its second consecutive game.