Rickard Rakell - NHL News & Rumors

One of each in shootout win Rakell scored a power-play goal on four shots, added an assist and logged two hits in Sunday's 4-3 shootout win over the Canadiens.

Impact Rakell played a part in a historic night for Sidney Crosby, helping out on the captain's goal before scoring the tally Crosby assisted on to set the Penguins' franchise points record. Over six games since returning from a hand injury, Rakell has a goal and three helpers, as well as 22 shots on net and 13 hits. The versatile forward is up to 12 points (five on the power play), 39 shots on net, 22 hits, 16 blocked shots and a minus-2 rating through 15 contests this season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

NHL Highlights | Canadiens vs. Penguins - December 21, 2025

3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Crosby breaks Lemieux's scoring record, Penguins beat Canadiens 4-3 in shootout to end 8-game skid

Sidney Crosby broke Mario Lemieux’s franchise scoring record and Rickard Rakell had the deciding goal in the shootout as the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 on...

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Sidney Crosby breaks Penguins scoring record previously held by Mario Lemieux

Sidney Crosby broke Mario Lemieux’s franchise scoring record with a goal and an assist in the first period of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ game against the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday...

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Earns helper in second game back Rakell registered an assist, three hits, three blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Mammoth.

Impact Rakell was playing in his second game after returning from a long-term hand injury. He's immediately slotted back into a top-six role with ice time in all situations, so fantasy managers shouldn't hesitate to activate him. He's earned nine points, 20 shots on net, 13 hits, 13 blocked shots and a plus-3 rating over 11 outings this season.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Sharks rally from four-goal third-period deficit to stun Sidney Crosby and the Penguins 6-5

John Klingberg capped off a frantic late rally by scoring his second goal of the game 2:57 into overtime to lift the San Jose Sharks to an improbable 6-5 victory over the Pittsburg...

DECEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Activated off injured reserve Rakell (hand) was taken off injured reserve Friday.

Impact Rakell will return to the lineup versus the Sharks on Saturday and figures to slot back into a first-line role alongside Sidney Crosby. Prior to his 20-game stint on injured reserve, the Swedish winger was rolling offensively with three goals and five helpers in the first nine games of the year. In addition to joining Crosby on the top line, Rakell figures to also slot into the No. 1 power-play unit.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for contact Rakell (hand) rejoined the Penguins for practice Tuesday and has been cleared to start taking contact, Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports reports.

Impact Rakell won't be ready to return against the Ducks on Tuesday, but his return to practice clears the way for him to potentially be ready to face the Habs on Thursday. Prior to getting hurt, the winger was producing offensively with three goals and five assists in nine contests. Whenever Rakell is given the all-clear, he should retake his place on the first line alongside Sidney Crosby.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss at least three more weeks Rakell's (hand) return timeline was updated Wednesday, and he is expected to return in 3-4 weeks.

Impact This will end up with Rakell trending toward the latter half of the 6-8 week initial timeline announced when he underwent surgery in late October. At this point, don't expect Rakell to be back prior to the holiday break. Once healthy, he'll likely fill a top-six role with ice time in all situations.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Rakell Embracing Tour Guide Role in Stockholm | Pittsburgh Penguins When the 2025 Global Series between the Penguins and Predators in Sweden was announced back in the spring, there was a lot of talk around th...

NOVEMBER 10 • NHL.COM

Sidney Crosby and the rejuvenated Pittsburgh Penguins are one of the NHL's biggest early surprises

Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins are one of the NHL's biggest early season surprises

NOVEMBER 7 • Associated Press

Crosby has goal, 2 assists to reach 1,700 points as Penguins beat Blues 6-3

Sidney Crosby had a goal and two assists to become the ninth player in NHL history with 1,700 points and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the St. Louis Blues 6-3

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Shifts to IR Rakell (hand) was designated for injured reserve Monday.

Impact Rakell is expected to be out for 6-8 weeks after undergoing hand surgery, which will see him sidelined until mid-to-late December. With the 32-year-old Swede on the shelf, Filip Hallander looks set to get the first crack at playing on the top line with Sidney Crosby -- though Ville Koivunen and Benjamin Kindel could also get looks.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Penguins Get Dealt Crushing Rickard Rakell Injury Update The Penguins will be without forward Rickard Rakell for six-to-eight weeks after he underwent surgery to fix a left hand injury.

OCTOBER 27 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

Deadspin | Penguins F Rickard Rakell (hand) out 6-8 weeks Deadspin | Penguins F Rickard Rakell (hand) out 6-8 weeks

OCTOBER 27 • DEADSPIN.COM

Deadspin | Penguins, minus Rickard Rakell, look to exploit Blues' defense Deadspin | Penguins, minus Rickard Rakell, look to exploit Blues' defense

OCTOBER 27 • DEADSPIN.COM

Penguins confirm terrible news for Rickard Rakell. A huge blow to the Pittsburgh Penguins after a strong start to the season.

OCTOBER 27 • HOCKEYFEED.COM

Penguins forward Rickard Rakell to miss 6-8 weeks after undergoing hand surgery

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Rickard Rakell will miss 6-8 weeks after undergoing hand surgery

OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

Pittsburgh Penguins to Lose 35-Goal Scorer for 6-8 Weeks The Pittsburgh Penguins were dealt a blow on Sunday with right wing Rickard Rakell set to miss 6-8 weeks due to a broken left hand.

OCTOBER 26 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Forward Rickard Rakell Undergoes Successful Hand Surgery | Pittsburgh Penguins Pittsburgh Penguins forward Rickard Rakell underwent successful surgery on his left hand, it was announced today by President of Hockey Oper...

OCTOBER 26 • NHL.COM

Rickard Rakell out after undergoing hand surgery; Penguins call Ville Koivunen back up Rickard Rakell is out six to eight weeks after undergoing surgery on his left hand. The Penguins said the surgery was performed Sunday morni...

OCTOBER 26 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Undergoes hand surgery Rakell had surgery on his left hand, and he will be out six-to-eight weeks, the team announced Sunday.

Impact Rakell departed Saturday's game against the Blue Jackets early and didn't return, and he'll be out with the injury he sustained for six-to-eight weeks. The 32-year-old was off to a great start this season, registering eight points (three goals, five assists) in nine games. With his exit from the lineup for the foreseeable future, it's a major opportunity for guys like Ville Koivunen, who was recalled by the team earlier Sunday, to make an impact in a large NHL role.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Penguins rally despite losing Rickard Rakell to injury, other observations from Saturday's shootout loss Rickard Rakell is more than just a goal-scorer. Unfortunately, the Penguins winger could now be out for a while after showing that in Saturd...

OCTOBER 26 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Sustains injury late Saturday Rakell (undisclosed) didn't finish Saturday's game versus the Blue Jackets, and there was no update on his status after the contest, Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports reports...

Impact Rakell left the game in the third period, which could explain the lack of an update. The 32-year-old is a key player for the Penguins and has racked up eight points through nine outings. The Penguins' next game is Monday at home versus the Blues before they head out on a four-game road trip.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Five-game, six-point streak Rakell had a goal and an assist in Thursday's 5-3 win over the Panthers.

Impact His goal made it 2-0 early in the second period; he knocked in a rebound in the low slot. Rakell is on a five-game, six-point scoring streak that includes two goals and seven shots. Overall, he has put up eight points (three goals, five assists) in eight games this season. Rakell put up career numbers (35 goals, 35 assists; 81 games) at age 31 last season, and this start looks like that excellence has carried over to 2025-26.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

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