Jacob Punturi

Jacob Punturi

Joined: Jul 3, 2024

Jacob is a featured writer covering the Pittsburgh Steelers for Steelers On SI and the NHL for Breakaway On SI. He also co-hosts the All Steelers Talk podcast. Previous work covering the NHL for Inside the Penguins and The Hockey News.

Nov 29, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins center Morgan Geekie (39) is congratulated by teammates on the bench after scoring against the Detroit Red Wings during the second period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Oct 28, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh (27) clears the zone against the Nashville Predators during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Nov 20, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Dallas Stars goalie Jake Oettinger (29) makes a save on Vancouver Canucks forward Kiefer Sherwood (44) in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Dec 2, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers left wing Zach Hyman (18) goes for the puck in front of Minnesota Wild goalie Jesper Wallstedt (30) during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn Images

Dec 2, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Ottawa Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk (7) celebrates with his teammates his goal against the Montreal Canadiens during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

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The Ottawa Senators are finding their stride and becoming a team to fear in the Atlantic Division.

Oct 13, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; St. Louis Blues forward Nathan Walker (26) skates against the Vancouver Canucks in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

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The injury bug has taken hold of the St. Louis Blues.

Nov 29, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Brandon Hagel (38) celebrates with his teammates after scoring a goal in the second period against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The Tampa Bay Lightning have put the NHL on notice with their latest stretch.

Nov 20, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson (48) plays the puck against the Washington Capitals during the first period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

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Lane Hutson was offered some helpful advice from a former legendary defenseman with the Montreal Canadiens.

Nov 23, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (71) pursues the puck during a game against the Boston Bruins in the third period at SAP Center in San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

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San Jose Sharks superstar Macklin Celebrini reached another milestone in his breakout campaign.

Nov 11, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson (8) shoots the puck away against the Los Angeles Kings during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

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The Montreal Canadiens are taking a calculated risk with the recent extension given to Mike Matheson.

Nov 23, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (71) pursues the puck during a game against the Boston Bruins in the third period at SAP Center in San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

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Leading the San Jose Sharks' resurgence is their second-year phenom, and he should be considered the front-runner for the Hart Trophy as the league's most valuable player.

Nov 20, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) with center Tristen Nielsen (57) and left wing Artturi Lehkonen (62) after the game against the New York Rangers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Avalanche are on top of the latest NHL power rankings.

Oct 25, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Andrei Svechnikov (37) and Dallas Stars defenseman Lian Bichsel (6) battle for the puck during the game between the Stars and the Hurricanes at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

The Carolina Hurricanes and Dallas Stars could be setting up for another blockbuster trade this season.

May 1, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk (7) acknowledges the crowd following the team loss against the Toronto Maple Leafs in game six of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

After weathering the storm, the Ottawa Senators shared a positive Brady Tkachuk injury update.

Nov 8, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Andrei Svechnikov (37) watches the play against the Buffalo Sabres during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

The seeds of a potential split between the Carolina Hurricanes and their star power forward have certainly been sown.

Nov 15, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild goalie Jesper Wallstedt (30) makes a pass against the Anaheim Ducks during the first period at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images

The Minnesota Wild's red-hot stretch dominated the recent slate of NHL action.