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.

Jun 17, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) controls the puck against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period in game six of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Dec 21, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; New York Rangers center Vincent Trocheck (16) skates with the puck against the Nashville Predators during the second period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Jan 3, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Elias Pettersson (40) handles the puck against the Boston Bruins in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Jan 17, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson (4) against the New York Islanders during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Jan 13, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins center Fraser Minten (93) after a whistle during the first period against the Detroit Red Wings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Natalie Reid-Imagn Images

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One rookie is becoming a top player for the Boston Bruins.

Jan 12, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks left wing Andre Burakovsky (28) looks to pass the puck against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Needing more top-of-the-lineup talent, there are several forwards for the Washington Capitals to target.

Jan 2, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) controls the puck against the Florida Panthers during the first period in the 2026 Winter Classic ice hockey game at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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With an Artemi Panarin trade on the horizon, where will the New York Rangers send him?

Dec 29, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson (91) moves the puck against the San Jose Sharks during the second period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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The Anaheim Ducks lost their star center due to a thigh injury.

Jan 6, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Vancouver Canucks left wing Evander Kane (91) waits for the face-off during the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

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The Vancouver Canucks have no other choice but to keep selling key pieces and commit to a rebuild.

Jan 14, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (1) and defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) celebrate a win over the Philadelphia Flyers at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

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In the middle of a terrific stretch, the Buffalo Sabres might just be for real.

Jan 12, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Seattle Kraken center Shane Wright (51) celebrates his goal against the New York Rangers during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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The Seattle Kraken are establishing their identity as they hunt for a playoff spot.

Jan 8, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) skates with the puck against the Philadelphia Flyers during overtime at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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The Atlantic Division are taking over in Breakaway On SI's latest power ranking.

Jan 2, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues goaltender Joel Hofer (30) makes a save against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

The St. Louis Blues have a new starting goaltender to ride with.

Jan 11, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) takes a shot on goal warms up before a game against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin surpassed Ron Francis on an NHL all-time list.

Dec 16, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers head coach Mike Sullivan coaches against the Vancouver Canucks during the first period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The head coach of the New York Rangers has no answer for the team's continued skid.

Jan 9, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Mammoth left wing Michael Carcone (53) makes a quick play during second period against the St. Louis Blues at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

The Utah Mammoth are returning to the playoff picture.