Eric Majeski

@lgp-netwolf

Wrote about Pens Training Camp online way before you ever heard the word blog. Occasional Steelers, Marvel, late 80s/early 90s hip hop, and/or dog content (among others) mixed in for flavor. I visit the #LetsGoPens netherworld so you don't have to.

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Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· 28d

Another Costco find. Not as addictive as the s'mores clusters, but very good. And the crumbs at the bottom of the bag are a great ice cream topping.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· 28d

I don't go to Walmart much, but when I do, I look for this, which I may be finishing off right now...

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jul 6

Decided to try pepperoni fries from Fat Angelo's in Washington (my go-to pizza spot), expecting fries with some diced up pepperoni with some cheese and sauce. I got what amounted to a 9" pizza with extra cheese and triple pepperoni, but instead of crust, there's a shit ton of fries. It's glorious.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jul 4

It was actually nice at the Bark Park this morning... for the first lap at least. Then some jackass flipped the humidity switch. Dutton enjoyed himself regardless.

Dutton, a brindle American Staffordshire Terrier mix, enjoys the shaded splendor of the Bark Park at Fairview Park in South Fayette.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jul 3

I think we left a little earlier each morning this week, and each day was still a little more gross than the one before. Summer sucks. But at least Dutton went home happy.

Dutton, a brindle American Staffordshire Terrier mix, appears pleased after another morning at the Bark Park.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jul 2

Dutton wants to remind everyone that remote start and AC is a great combination of car features, especially after ~40 minutes at the Bark Park.

Dutton, a brindle American Staffordshire Terrier mix, relaxes in the back seat after a fun morning at the dog park.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jul 1

Bark Park won out again. Apologies to the dozens for prioritizing time with Dutton over the opportunity to make a handful of posts about glorified summer hockey practices. Now it's time to take my rightful place on the couch and take a trip to Baldur's Gate 3.

Dutton, a brindle American Staffordshire Terrier mix, explores the wooded wonders of the Bark Park in South Fayette.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 30

Not a lot of shade there. The Bark Park we were at today (roughly outlined in red by me) is almost all shade. 😎

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 30

Apologies to the dozens, but I opted against an hour drive to Cranberry to watch skating drills in favor of a half-hour drive to the Bark Park with Dutton before it got really gross out.

Dutton, a brindle American Staffordshire Terrier mix, sits happily, tongue hanging out.

Dutton, a brindle American Staffordshire Terrier mix, explores the Bark Park at Fairview Park in South Fayette.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 29

From the #LetsGoPens netherworld:

Press release:

The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired forward David Gustafsson from the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for defenseman Jack St. Ivany, it was announced today by President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Kyle Dubas.

Gustafsson is a pending restricted free agent.

The 6-foot-2, 196-pound forward spent the 2025-26 season with the Manitoba Moose of the American Hockey League, recording 10 goals, 22 assists, 32 points and was plus-12 in 48 games. His 0.67 points-per-game average ranked first on the Moose while his 22 assists were third on the team. He also suited up for seven Calder Cup Playoff games, notching four points (1G-3A).

Gustafsson, 26, has spent the last seven seasons in the Winnipeg Jets organization (2019-26), split between the Jets and the Moose. At the NHL level, Gustafsson has suited up for 149 career regular-season games where he’s accumulated 20 points (6G-14A). At the AHL level, he’s notched 91 points (34G-57A) in 136 career regular-season contests.

Prior to coming to North America, the Tingsryd, Sweden native spent two seasons (2017-19) in the SHL, Sweden’s top professional league. He also represented his home country on the international level on multiple occasions, bringing home bronze medals at the 2020 World Junior Championship and 2018 World Under-18 Championship.

Gustafsson was drafted by Winnipeg in the second round (60th overall) of the 2018 NHL Draft.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 29

#LetsGoPens

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 29

#LetsGoPens 1st rounder, Liam Ruck (34):

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 29

Behold the excitement of development camp skating drills. #LetsGoPens

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 29

Breaking news from @taylorhaasepgh.bsky.social at @dkpittsburghsports.com #LetsGoPens

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 29

I think there's something wrong with me at this point... #LetsGoPens

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 27

#LetsGoPens

35. Marcus Ruck - C - Medicine Hat (WHL) - Shoots L - 6’0’’ - 168 lbs.
Where Liam Ruck is the shooter, Marcus Ruck is the passer. He is the set-up man of the Ruck twins and has a fast, accurate pass that he can lift over sticks and navigate through traffic. His mental link with his brother, as I mentioned earlier, was simply out of this world, calling into question how effective these brothers can be when apart. Ruck plays a straight north-south style of hockey, but isn’t as good a skater as his brother in either his agility or his speed. I think he could be a better offensive generator and force more turnovers if he tightened up his first few steps. They are a bit too long and hunched over to generate the right amount of power. Ruck has great peripheral vision and can really hide his next move in his posture and head position. I think he ultimately shifts to the wing, where he has already played a bit this season. His work in the faceoff circle leaves a lot to be desired from me, and I don’t think he has the play recognition defensively to stay down the middle. He’s not all pass, all the time, either. He has a shot that has a quick, deceptive release. I think he stalks open space for the shot well, but struggles to garner separation to use it on the fly. He also has to do some bulking up, as he gets knocked around too easily. Overall, I struggle with ranking the Rucks individually, as together they are a much better package than apart.

2026 WHL Statistics: 68GP - 21G - 87A - 108PTS - 28PIM - +45

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 27

From @jmarshpgh.bsky.social's big board, his profile on the #LetsGoPens 1st rounder:

23. Liam Ruck - RW - Medicine Hat (WHL) - Shoots R - 5’11’’ - 176 lbs.
The Ruck twins ran amok in the WHL last year, putting up tons of points and showcasing their Sedin-like mental link. I am with the consensus that says Liam is the better of the two by a non-slim Margin. Liam is a finisher and has one of the best releases in this draft class, full stop. The speed with which he can get rid of the puck is almost non-human. His one-timer is violent; he rips across his body at a high rate of speed and catches the puck flush with a ton of stick bend. The truly dangerous part is that he can get this shot off from all types of compromised positions. His wrist shot is just as lethal, he also has a quick release, and he always seems to get a piece of his stick on any loose puck that he can, fighting for second and third opportunities and making beautiful one-touch passes off of rebounds he collects. Ruck needs a play-driver on the same line as him, however, to make his style work. You do not see him do much of the heavy lifting in terms of zone entries, and while he has some dangles, they’re usually more isolated than a brute force approach. Ruck is not a dynamic skater but has good straight-line speed. He is very north-to-south in his approach. His process is skate hard, chase down an opponent, win a loose puck, then get open to let one rip. His ability to find open space and get to loose pucks despite some unrefined parts of his game is a testament to his hockey sense. Ruck clearly understands his best assets and doubles down on them. It might rob him of some dimension, but a shooter this good is not something that grows on trees, and it’s a strong enough attribute that I would bet on it in the latter part of night one of the draft.

2026 WHL Statistics: 68GP - 45G - 59A - 104PTS - 36PIM - +47

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 26

These comic book cover re-creations are so dope. #Spider-Man #BrandNewDay

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 26

Fenway Sports Group, the former #LetsGoPens owners who almost doubled their money in their 5 year tenure, posted this over in the netherworld.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 24

Speaking of snacks, definitely do not get these on your next trip to Costco. You will get addicted. It's too late for me.

Kirkland Signature Caramel S'mores Clusters
Addictive AF

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 21

If you are going to roughhouse with a 70lb ball of canine muscle who doesn't know his own strength and is prone to the zoomies even in confined spaces, you would do well to heed the words of the Wu-Tang Clan. I did not. #ProtectYaNeck youtu.be/R0IUR4gkPIE?...

Dutton, a brindle American Staffordshire Terrier mix, reminds everyone this post is pure heresay, and has not been corroborated by any reliable sources.

Well, it doesn't look great, but at least I didn't get busted open.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 19

From the #LetsGoPens netherworld (since the bot's been dusted): www.nhl.com/penguins/new...

Penguins Name Ron Francis as Special Advisor, Hockey Operations

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 19

I don't brag about dronking hose water, but I definitely did it. A lot. That said, the hose on the right looks like it's pumping Ecto Cooler, so I kinda want to drive there and help clean up.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 17

"Don't shop at TJ Maxx when you're hungry" is not something I ever would have thought of before today. $24 later... (I regret nothing)

Snack haul from TJ Maxx of all places...

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 12

Was just under 80, not much sun, but we were in the shade at Tanger Outlets most of the time anyhow. They have water fountains near all the people restrooms plus 4 or 5 pupper bathrooms, complete with bags if you forgot or ran out. Underrated place for dog walking, IMO. One of us went back to bed.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 12

Dutton would not accept that as a reason to skip today's walk, so here's hoping we survive...

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 12

Was really dragging earlier. Tired, sore (despite doing very little yesterday)... feeling very 52. Fired up a New Jack Swing playlist in Lyra and an almost instantaneous mood boost hit me. @willgravesap.bsky.social knows what I'm talking about.

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· Jun 11

I nicknamed mine the Blue Meanie. Does that count?

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· May 29

Tommy Paul, the long forgotten member of the Hart wrestling family. Or maybe he's just a fan of Good & Plentys? #FrenchOpen #RolandGarros #TennisSky

Eric Majeski@lgp-netwolf· May 28

"Maybe, but first I'd like to talk to you about your electric supplier."