Kunitz was left unprotected by the Penguins for the NHL expansion draft.

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What a Cup would mean for key Penguins

Winning trophies is old hat for Chris Kunitz, Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, but hoisting the Cup this year would still have unique significance for them and for teammates such as veteran Ron Hainsey and rising star Jake Guentzel.

Penguins, Crosby refuse to lose

A rash of injuries, facing two of the league's top four teams, and double OT in Game 7 of the East finals weren't enough to hold back Sidney Crosby and the Penguins, who were determined to give themselves a chance to repeat as Stanley Cup champions.

Kunitz speechless after game winner

Chris Kunitz explains to Linda Cohn what it feels like to score the game-winning goal in Game 7 against the Senators that lifted the Penguins to the Stanley Cup Final.

Pittsburgh wins Game 7 in double overtime

Chris Kunitz scores two goals, including the series winner in double overtime as Pittsburgh defeats Ottawa 3-2 and heads to the Stanley Cup Final for the second straight year.

Penguins barely sneak into finals

Chris Kunitz's second goal of the game was the difference as the Penguins squeezed past the resilient Senators in double overtime. They now are four wins away from their second straight Stanley Cup finals win, but the Predators stand in their way.

Kessel's passion play fires up Pens

Pittsburgh's Phil Kessel wears his emotions on his jersey and often wears out whoever's next to him on the bench or the ice. But the chatty winger's motives are more selfless than they may seem.

Penguins and Capitals take it the distance

The Penguins and Capitals will face off in a Game 7 for the fourth time. Pittsburgh has won the past three, including a 2009 Crosby-Ovechkin matchup.

Niskanen says hit wasn't intentional

Matt Niskanen provides his point of view on the hit that knocked Sidney Crosby out of Game 3 while Chris Kunitz says the game isn't looking for things like that.

Pens' Hagelin game-time decision for Game 2

Carl Hagelin could be bringing his trademark speed back to the Pittsburgh Penguins' lineup.

Kunitz, Ruhwedel back in practice for Penguins

Chris Kunitz returned to practice Sunday, giving the defending Stanley Cup champion Penguins hope the veteran forward can contribute at some point during the postseason.