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Newly acquired Avalanche defenseman John Ludvig played his first game in burgundy and blue on Monday night in the 6-2 loss to the New York Islanders. While the game was full of mistakes up and down the Avs lineup, Ludvig stood out in some areas in a positive way.

Colorado Avalanche News / Mile High Hockey / October 5

Avalanche claim defenseman John Ludvig off waivers

Chris Wagner and TJ Tynan were also placed on waivers. It was expected the Colorado Avalanche would be active on the waiver wire ahead of opening night but when they claimed a defenseman on Saturday afternoon it came as a surprise.

NHL News / Colorado Hockey Now / October 5

Avalanche Claim Defenseman John Ludvig Off Waivers

The Avalanche added another defenseman on Saturday, claiming John Ludvig from waivers. The former Pittsburgh Penguins blueliner played 33 games last year.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 5

Colorado Avalanche claim John Ludvig off waivers

The Colorado Avalanche have added some depth to their blueline, as the team has claimed John Ludvig off waivers from the Pittsburgh Penguins. Sportnet’s Elliotte Friedman was first to report the claim.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / October 5

Sam Poulin Clears, But Ludvig Claimed off Waivers

Former Pittsburgh Penguins first-round pick Sam Poulin did not make the team’s final 23-player roster and was placed on waivers Friday. Saturday at 2 p.m., he cleared waivers and will join the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins to continue his career with the Penguins organization.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / October 4

Penguins Waive 7, Including Former First-Round Pick, Defenseman

The Pittsburgh Penguins housecleaning continued Friday afternoon when the team placed 2019 first-round pick Sam Poulin on waivers. Poulin, 23, has struggled to find his footing with the Penguins organization, but this is the first year in which he must pass through waivers to be assigned to the WBS Penguins.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / July 25

PHN’s Penguins Prospect Ranks 10+: Poulin Falling, Others Rising

For the first time in memory, the Pittsburgh Penguins are amassing prospects. Not since former general manager Craig Patrick was shoved into rebuilding with young players by virtue of the organization’s empty bank account in the early 2000s has the organization shown such a devotion to the talent pipeline.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / May 15

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 / May 15

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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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / April 19

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 / Pittsburgh Penguins on SI / 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 / Pittsburgh Penguins on SI / 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 / Pittsburgh Penguins on SI / 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.

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 / Pittsburgh Penguins on SI / 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 / Pittsburgh Penguins on SI / 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.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / October 24

Video: Penguins John Ludvig Knocked Out By Hit

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman John Ludvig made his NHL debut Tuesday against the Dallas Stars. The d-man played just over five minutes through the middle of the second period, but his big hit on Dallas center Radek Faksa ended his night.

Florida Panthers News / Florida Hockey Now / September 29, 2023

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.