Red Sox owners reach agreement to buy Pittsburgh Penguins
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Red Sox owners reach agreement to buy Pittsburgh Penguins

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Mario Lemieux and Ron Burkle rescued the Pittsburgh Penguins out of bankruptcy more than 20 years ago, a decision that helped turn the team into one of the NHL’s marquee franchises. The Penguins’ spot in Pittsburgh secure for years to come and with five Stanley Cup banners hanging from the rafters at PPG Paints Arena, Lemieux and Burkle are handing the keys over to the Fenway Sports Group. “The Pittsburgh Penguins are a premier National Hockey League franchise with a very strong organization, a terrific history and a vibrant, passionate fan base,” FSG Chairman Tom Werner said in a statement. “We will work diligently to continue building on the remarkable Penguins’ tradition of championships and exciting play.” Pittsburgh has reached the playoffs in 15 consecutive years, the longest active streak in major North American professional sports.

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