By Steel Valley Sports Photography by Eddie Kahl PITTSBURGH — A new season brings a familiar feeling to the Steel City: cautious optimism wrapped in tradition. The Pittsburgh Penguins open the 2025–26 campaign with a roster that blends established leadership with an influx of speed, energy, and youth. For the first time in years, it feels like the franchise has found balance — not just chasing another playoff run, but building a foundation for the future. Crosby Still the He
