CHRIS KUNITZ
#14 - LW
NEWS
Tue, Jul 30, 2019

9:34 AM - Chris Kunitz () will hang up his skates and join the Blackhawks' staff as a Player Development Advisor.

Thu, Feb 28, 2019

8:25 PM - Chris Kunitz (Chi) has only averaged 6:40 of ice time during his last four appearances.

Mon, Feb 11, 2019

12:50 PM - Chris Kunitz (Chi) will not play in Boston on Tuesday, but he will be in the lineup Thursday at home against the Devils, Eric Lear of the Blackhawks' official site reports.

Mon, Dec 24, 2018

12:16 PM - Chris Kunitz (Chi) has struggled mightily in 2018-19, tallying just a pair of assists in 23 games. The Blackhawks' forward last found the scoresheet Oct. 31.

Thu, Nov 01, 2018

10:20 AM - Chris Kunitz (Chi) garnered an assist in Wednesday's clash with Vancouver.

Sun, Jul 01, 2018

8:13 AM - Chris Kunitz (Chi) signed a one-year contract with the Blackhawks on Sunday.

Fri, Jun 22, 2018

9:30 AM - Chris Kunitz () doesn't want to retire, but won't be offered a contract by the Lightning, Joe Smith of The Athletic Tampa Bay reports.

Fri, Apr 06, 2018

8:24 AM - Chris Kunitz (TB) has three points in his last three games.

Sat, Feb 17, 2018

6:20 PM - Chris Kunitz (TB) scored a rare goal in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Devils.

Wed, Feb 14, 2018

7:00 PM - Chris Kunitz (TB) has just two points in his last nine games.

Wed, Jan 24, 2018

12:35 AM - Chris Kunitz (TB) notched a goal and two assists while adding three shots on net, two blocked shots, a hit and a plus-2 rating in Tuesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Predators.

Mon, Jan 22, 2018

6:58 PM - Chris Kunitz (TB) scored a shorthanded goal during Monday's 2-0 win over Chicago.

Tue, Jan 02, 2018

7:36 PM - Chris Kunitz (TB) earned the primary assist on Cedric Paquette's game-winning goal Tuesday in Toronto. The final score was 2-0.

Mon, Nov 13, 2017

9:04 AM - Chris Kunitz (TB) tallied an assist and one shot on goal against the Ducks on Sunday.

Sat, Jul 01, 2017

1:25 PM - Chris Kunitz (TB) signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Lightning on Saturday.

Mon, Jun 19, 2017

6:04 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) was left unprotected by the Penguins for the NHL expansion draft.

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

7:15 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) would like to play at least another season, preferably in Pittsburgh, Sam Kasan of Pens Inside Scoop reports.

Thu, Jun 01, 2017

4:44 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) collected two assists and four PIM during Wednesday's Game 2 win over Nashville.

Mon, May 29, 2017

7:28 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) recorded two assists over 15:47 of ice time during Monday's Game 1 win over Nashville.

Thu, May 25, 2017

9:27 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) contributed his first two goals of the playoffs and a power-play assist in Thursday's 3-2 double overtime Game 7 victory over Ottawa.

Thu, Apr 27, 2017

12:28 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) will suit up for Thursday's clash with Washington, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.

Wed, Apr 26, 2017

9:40 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) expected, Kunitz (lower body) will be a game-time decision for Thursday's pivotal Game 1 against the Capitals.

Mon, Apr 24, 2017

8:40 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) told reporters he expects to be ready to go for Game 1 against the Capitals on Thursday, Wes Crosby of NHL.com reports.

Sun, Apr 23, 2017

8:36 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) took to the ice for the Penguins' practice Sunday sporting a non-contact uniform. He indicated after practice that he "felt alright. No issues." but he remains without a clear timeline for a return, Wes Crosby of NHL.com reports.

Sun, Apr 02, 2017

11:15 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) Mike Sullivan indicated Sunday that "Kunitz is going to be longer-term with a lower-body injury."

Sat, Apr 01, 2017

10:17 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) will not play Sunday due to a lower-body injury.

Fri, Mar 17, 2017

7:07 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) was aggressive in Friday's 6-4 home win over the Devils, doling out two PIM and six hits.

Fri, Feb 17, 2017

7:27 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) scored his ninth goal of the season in Thursday's win over Winnipeg.

Tue, Feb 07, 2017

6:01 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) collected his seventh goal of the season and registered three hits Tuesday against the Flames.

Mon, Jan 09, 2017

4:23 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) scored his second goal in three games Sunday against the Lightning.

Wed, Dec 28, 2016

6:27 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) scored a third-period goal to snap a 15-game goalless drought during Wednesday's win over Carolina.

Tue, Dec 20, 2016

6:41 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) collected two assists -- one on the power play -- as well as five shots and a plus-2 rating in Tuesday's 7-2 undressing of the Rangers.

Sat, Dec 03, 2016

1:43 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) took the ice for pregame warmups and will play Saturday against the Red Wings.

6:54 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) participated in Saturday's morning skate and is listed as a game-time decision against the Wings, Root Sports Pittsburgh reports.

Thu, Dec 01, 2016

12:23 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) will not play Thursday against the Stars, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Tue, Nov 29, 2016

5:50 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) won't play Wednesday but could return as soon as Thursday or Saturday, DK Pittsburgh Sports reports.

Mon, Nov 28, 2016

5:10 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) continues to make progress but isn't close to returning, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Mon, Nov 21, 2016

6:36 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) is considered week-to-week with a lower-body injury.

4:59 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) was designated for injured reserve Monday with an undisclosed injury, Dave Molinari of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Fri, Nov 18, 2016

5:26 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) registered two assists -- one on the power play -- during Friday's 3-2 overtime win against the Islanders.

1:40 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) is in the lineup for Friday night's road matchup with the Islanders.

7:57 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) will be a game-time decision Friday against the Islanders, Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Thu, Nov 17, 2016

10:09 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) is day-to-day with a lower-body injury, Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Sat, Nov 12, 2016

5:38 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) potted his second game-winning goal in four games Saturday against the Maple Leafs.

Thu, Oct 27, 2016

9:08 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) registered his third assist of the season during Thursday's win over the Islanders.

Sat, Oct 15, 2016

6:49 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) who tallied an assist in Saturday's 3-2 win, registered seven hits and compiled a plus-2 rating against the Ducks.

Wed, Sep 28, 2016

7:14 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) notched two goals -- one on the power play -- and two PIM during Wednesday's 2-0 preseason win against the Blackhawks.

Mon, May 23, 2016

6:35 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) collected a goal and an assist in Game 5 on Sunday, but the Penguins would ultimately fall to the Lightning in overtime, 4-3.

Sat, May 21, 2016

8:22 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) found twine on the power play in Game 4 on Friday, but the Penguins fell short of the Lightning, 4-3.

Wed, May 18, 2016

8:22 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) scored his second goal of the playoffs in Wednesday's 4-2 win at Tampa Bay.

Sun, May 08, 2016

3:43 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) scored a power-play goal in Saturday's Game 5 loss to the Capitals.

Sat, Apr 30, 2016

4:15 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (ear) will play Saturday against the Capitals.

10:38 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (ear), who skated Saturday, will be a game-time decision for Game 2.

Fri, Apr 29, 2016

10:14 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (undisclosed) is day-to-day after being struck with a puck while sitting on the bench Thursday.

Sun, Mar 27, 2016

3:27 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (upper body) will play in Sunday's game against the Rangers.

3:09 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (upper body) took part in pre-game warmups Sunday, a good sign for his availability against the Rangers, NBCSP reports.

Sat, Mar 26, 2016

1:45 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) opened the scoring for the Penguins in their 7-2 thrashing over the Red Wings on Saturday afternoon. Unfortunately, he also sustained an upper-body injury and will be a game-time decision for Sunday's road match against the Rangers.

Sat, Mar 19, 2016

4:12 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) scored for the third time in five games Saturday against Philadelphia. He also collected an assist in a 4-1 victory.

Tue, Mar 15, 2016

7:02 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) scored his 14th goal of the season -- and second in three games -- Tuesday against the Islanders.

Sat, Mar 12, 2016

7:57 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) registered a goal in Friday's 3-2 victory over the Blue Jackets.

Mon, Mar 07, 2016

11:51 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) may not be getting the accolades of some of his teammates, but has tallied four points in his last six contests.

Mon, Feb 15, 2016

7:13 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) went top shelf with a wrister Monday, netting his 11th goal of the season in a 2-1 shootout loss to the Panthers.

Mon, Feb 08, 2016

6:26 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) continued his offensive onslaught Monday, scoring one goal while assisting on another in a 6-2 victory over Anaheim.

Sat, Feb 06, 2016

5:11 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) compiled his third straight multipoint effort with a pair of assists and was elevated to the team's top power-play unit Friday.

Tue, Feb 02, 2016

5:46 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) registered his ninth goal and added a pair of assists in a 6-5 victory over Ottawa on Tuesday.

1:35 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) will play against Ottawa on Tuesday, Root Sports in Pittsburgh reports.

6:53 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) coach Mike Sullivan reiterated after Tuesday's morning skate that Kunitz (lower body) will be a game-time decision against Ottawa.

Mon, Feb 01, 2016

10:57 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) will be a game-time decision for Tuesday's tilt versus the Senators.

Tue, Jan 26, 2016

7:00 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) will not play Tuesday against New Jersey.

Mon, Jan 25, 2016

9:03 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) is considered a game-time call for Tuesday's game against the Devils.

Sat, Jan 23, 2016

8:38 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) to earlier reports that indicated he would play, Kunitz (lower body) is not in the lineup Saturday against Vancouver.

6:41 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (lower body) will play Saturday afternoon against the Canucks, Seth Rorabaugh of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Fri, Jan 22, 2016

12:04 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) suffered a lower-body injury in Thursday's game against Philadelphia, and will be a game-time decision for Saturday's matchup with the Canucks as a result.

Thu, Jan 21, 2016

5:28 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) left Thursday's game after colliding with the Flyers' Claude Giroux and didn't return. Pens coach Mike Sullivan had no update on his injury following the game.

Mon, Jan 18, 2016

6:50 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) potted his third goal in four games Monday in St. Louis.

Sat, Jan 16, 2016

6:20 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) continued his strong career play against Tampa Bay on Friday, notching his second goal in as many games.

Wed, Dec 30, 2015

6:35 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) scored his fifth goal of the season -- a power-play marker -- in a 3-2 shootout loss to the Maple Leafs on Wednesday.

Fri, Dec 11, 2015

5:20 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) extended his point streak to five games Friday with a late, third-period assist against the Kings.

6:20 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) will look to extend his point streak to five games Friday against the Kings.

Mon, Dec 07, 2015

6:19 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) assisted on Pittsburgh's lone goal Sunday, giving him six points in the last three games.

Sat, Dec 05, 2015

3:44 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) scored one goal and assisted on a pair of others in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Kings.

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

12:28 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) practiced on Pittsburgh's top line Thursday along with Sidney Crosby and Pascal Dupuis, Jonathan Bombulie of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Tue, Dec 01, 2015

8:31 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) picked up a pair of assists -- one on the power play -- for his first multi-point game of the season in Tuesday's 5-1 win against the Sharks.

5:15 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) will play left wing on Pittsburgh's top line with Sidney Crosby and Pascal Dupuis on Tuesday against San Jose.

Fri, Nov 20, 2015

6:57 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) scored his first goal in nine games Thursday against the Avalanche.

Wed, Nov 04, 2015

4:46 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (undisclosed) participated in line rushed in pregame warmups and will play in Wednesday's game against the Canucks, Dave Molinari of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

11:23 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) (undisclosed) is probable for Wednesday's tilt against the Canucks, Seth Rorabaugh of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Tue, Nov 03, 2015

12:45 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) coach Mike Johnston said there is no signal as to whether Kunitz (undisclosed) will play Wednesday against the Canucks, ROOT Sports Pittsburgh reports.

5:03 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) missed practice with a maintenance day Sunday for Pittsburgh, which did not practice Monday.

Wed, Oct 28, 2015

3:17 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) who scored a goal for Pittsburgh on Saturday, has seven goals and 11 points in his last 11 games against Washington (Wednesday's opponent), the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Fri, Oct 23, 2015

8:14 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) was moved to a third line with Nick Bonino and Daniel Sprong on Friday in practice, Dave Molinari of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Wed, Oct 21, 2015

7:53 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) replaced Patric Hornqvist on the Pens' top power-play Tuesday.

Fri, Oct 16, 2015

7:11 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) has one point, a goal, in his last 22 regular season contests dating back to the 2014-15 campaign.

Sat, Sep 26, 2015

6:38 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) again skated on a line with Sidney Crosby and Phil Kessel on Saturday afternoon against the Blue Jackets.

Wed, Sep 23, 2015

7:05 AM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) tallied a pair of assists while skating on Pittsburgh's top line with Sidney Crosby and Phil Kessel on Tuesday, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Sat, Sep 19, 2015

5:30 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) practiced on the top power-play unit Saturday along with Sidney Crosby, Phil Kessel, David Perron, and Kris Letang, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Sun, Mar 29, 2015

6:29 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) left wing Chris Kunitz scored his first goal in over a month Sunday against San Jose.

Wed, Feb 25, 2015

5:51 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) left wing Chris Kunitz notched two points during Wednesday's victory against the Capitals.

5:47 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) left wing Chris Kunitz notched two points during Wednesday's victory against the Capitals.

Fri, Jan 30, 2015

4:43 PM - Chris Kunitz (Pit) left wing Chris Kunitz scored a power-play goal in Friday's overtime victory in New Jersey.

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