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Hangs on for wild win Nedeljkovic made 24 saves in Thursday's 6-5 win over the Bruins.

Impact Pittsburgh grabbed a 5-2 lead early in the second period, but Nedeljkovic couldn't stop Boston from storming back and tying it in the third. Sidney Crosby then bailed out his goalie with the game-winner. Nedeljkovic has taken only one regulation loss since the beginning of December, going 5-1-2 in his last nine outings with a 2.79 GAA and .906 save percentage, and he may be working his way into a timeshare with Tristan Jarry.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Between pipes Thursday Nedeljkovic will tend the twine for Thursday's road clash with Boston, Josh Yohe of The Athletic reports.

Impact Nedeljkovic gets the nod after having come into Tuesday's game against Washington in relief of Tristan Jarry. At this point, it's likely a win-and-your-in situation for the Penguins, so Nedeljkovic could challenge for more opportunities down the stretch, especially if Jarry continues to struggle. On the year, Nedeljkovic has the better GAA (2.42 vs 2.58) and save percentage (.924 vs .912) despite Jarry having put up four shutouts.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Takes tough loss in relief Nedeljkovic stopped 14 of 15 shots after replacing Tristan Jarry midway through the first period of Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Capitals.

Impact The only goal Nedeljkovic allowed came on an Alex Ovechkin shot through a screen on the power play, but as it proved to be the game-winner, the netminder was saddled with the loss despite out-playing Jarry on the night. Nedeljkovic hadn't taken a regulation loss in the entire month of December, going 4-0-2 in seven appearances with a 2.62 GAA and .915 save percentage, and Jarry's recent struggles could open the door for his understudy to gain a bigger share of the workload in the Penguins' crease.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Nedeljkovic and Lars Eller carry the Penguins to a 3-1 win over the Islanders Alex Nedeljkovic made 36 saves, Lars Eller scored twice and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New York Islanders 3-1 on Sunday night.

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Excellent in Pittsburgh win Nedeljkovic turned aside 36 of 37 shots in a 3-1 win over the Islanders on Sunday.

Impact Nedeljkovic turned in one of his best starts of the season Sunday, allowing just a Samuel Bolduc goal in the third period while making 36 saves in the win. The 27-year-old Nedeljkovic is now 4-0-1 with a .910 save percentage over his last six appearances. Overall, he improved to 6-2-2 with a .923 save percentage and 2.49 GAA on the season. While Tristan Jarry has played better lately, Nedeljkovic has established himself as a capable backup in Pittsburgh.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nedeljkovic stops 37 shots, Eller scores twice to help surging Penguins edge Islanders 3-1

Alex Nedeljkovic made 37 saves, Lars Eller scored twice and the Pittsburgh Penguins held off the New York Islanders 3-1 on Sunday night

JANUARY 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Facing Islanders Nedeljkovic will patrol the home crease Sunday against the Islanders.

Impact Nedeljkovic is coming off a 21-save effort in a 5-4 overtime loss to to Ottawa on Dec. 23. He will get the second half of Pittsburgh's back-to-back after Tristan Jarry played in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Blues. Nedeljkovic has a 5-2-2 record this season with a 2.64 GAA and a .917 save percentage through 10 games played. In three career outings versus the Islanders, he has stopped 61 of 67 shots en route to a mark of 2-0-0.

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tough loss in overtime Nedeljkovic made 21 saves in a 5-4 overtime loss to Ottawa on Saturday.

Impact The game was heavily tilted in the first two frames because of penalties -- it was all special teams and there was no flow. So both Nedeljkovic and opponent Anton Forsberg were put in difficult situations. And in overtime, Tim Stutzle scored five-hole from in-tight after a scramble for the puck at the Pens blue line. Ned is 3-0-2 in his last five starts. The five goals he allowed were the most in regulation since Dec. 8, 2022. But his stat line remains strong. Nedeljkovic has a 2.64 GAA and .917 save percentage in nine starts (5-2-2).

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 24, 2023 • NHL.COM

Starting in Ottawa Nedeljkovic will patrol the visiting blue paint versus Ottawa on Saturday, per Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff.

Impact It will be Nedeljkovic's third straight start as Tristan Jarry continues to wallow on the bench. Nedeljkovic is 5-2-1 with a 2.38 GAA and .927 save percentage. He will face the struggling Senators who have lost six straight games.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Near perfect in win Nedeljkovic made 23 saves in a 2-1 shootout win over the Hurricanes on Thursday.

Impact Nedeljkovic was near-perfect Thursday. The only goal that beat him came off a sharp angle shot by Teuvo Teravainen that deflected in off the skate of Pens defender Kris Letang in the second period. Nedeljkovic has won his last three starts, and his 5-2-1 record overall, 2.38 GAA and .927 save percentage make him a worthy play every time he's in the blue paint. And that's most of the time right now (or it will be) -- Tristan Jarry is 1-3-1 in his last five starts in December and was yanked Monday in his last start. The Pens need to get into the postseason and right now, Nedeljkovic could be the man to go on a much-needed run.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tending twine Thursday Nedeljkovic will patrol the home crease versus Carolina on Thursday, according to Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Impact It will be Nedeljkovic's second straight start, He is 4-2-1 with a 2.58 GAA and .925 save percentage this season and has provided the Penguins with solid backup goaltending in limited action. The Hurricanes are second in the NHL in shots per game, averaging 34.1.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Helps Penguins narrowly best Wild Nedeljkovic kicked out 24 of 27 shots in a 4-3 win over Minnesota on Monday.

Impact Pittsburgh established a 3-0 lead early in the second period. Nedeljkovic did allow the Wild to claw back into the contest and eventually tie it on a Vinni Lettieri marker at 5:33 of the third period, but the 27-year-old goaltender was able to settle down, ultimately earning the victory despite the extra drama. He has a 4-2-1 record, 2.58 GAA and .925 save percentage in eight contests this year, giving the Penguins a solid alternative whenever Tristan Jarry needs a rest or is struggling.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits ice first Nedeljkovic was the first goalie off the ice Monday, Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports reports, indicating he'll be between the pipes at home versus Minnesota.

Impact Nedeljkovic was overwhelmed in a relief appearance versus Toronto on Saturday, conceding three goals on 21 shots (.857 save percentage) in an all-around disappointing outing for the team. Rather than returning to starter Tristan Jarry after he got the hook Saturday, coach Mike Sullivan will turn to Nedeljkovic for Monday's matchup.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in win column Nedeljkovic made 39 saves in regulation and overtime and denied nine of 12 shootout attempts during Wednesday's 4-3 win over the Canadiens.

Impact Montreal grabbed a 3-1 lead late in the first period, but Nedeljkovic slammed the door afterward to force extra time and then held on during a wild shootout that saw the first four skaters find the back of the net. It's the 27-year-old netminder's first win in nearly a month due to inconsistent playing time behind Tristan Jarry, but Nedeljkovic has been sharp when called upon, going 3-2-1 in six starts this season with a 2.29 GAA and .935 save percentage.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start Wednesday Nedeljkovic is expected to start on the road against Montreal on Wednesday, per Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff.

Impact Nedeljkovic has a 2-2-1 record, 2.19 GAA and .937 save percentage in five contests this season. He's been used sparingly despite his effective play, but Tristan Jarry started Tuesday, which is likely why Nedeljkovic is getting an opportunity versus Montreal. The Canadiens rank 27th offensively this year with 2.61 goals per game.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tough-luck loss Nedeljkovic stopped 31 of 33 shots in a 2-1 overtime loss to Philadelphia on Monday.

Impact Nedeljkovic has now made at least 30 saves in each of his first five starts, but he has a mediocre 2-2-1 record to go along with his superb 2.18 GAA and .937 save percentage. Under other circumstances, his stellar play would at least earn him more frequent starts, but that might not happen behind Tristan Jarry, who is doing well in his own right with a 2.47 GAA and a .918 save percentage through 18 contests. It's plausible Jarry will start Wednesday in Tampa Bay and Friday in Florida, though the goaltenders will then likely split the back-to-back games versus Arizona and Montreal on Dec. 12-13.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Monday Nedeljkovic will be between the pipes against the Flyers on the road Monday, Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff reports.

Impact Nedeljkovic will make his first start since Nov. 24 versus Buffalo in which he gave up three goals on 34 shots in a losing effort. Starter Tristan Jarry lost to Philadelphia in overtime Saturday, so now Nedeljkovic will get his chance at knocking off the Penguins' cross-state rivals.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Allows three goals in road loss Nedeljkovic allowed three goals on 34 shots in Friday's 3-2 road loss against the Sabres.

Impact Nedeljkovic was staked to a 2-0 lead, and Pittsburgh held the lead into the third period. Jeff Skinner beat Nedeljkovic for a power-play goal at 5:13 of the final period, and Kyle Okposo and Alex Tuch notched goals in the second half of the third to give the Sabres a comeback victory. Nedeljkovic will likely be back to reserve duty Saturday against the visiting Maple Leafs.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Between pipes against Buffalo Nedeljkovic will patrol the visiting blue paint versus Buffalo on Friday, Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now reports.

Impact Nedeljkovic has played infrequently this season, going 2-1-0, but is coming off an outstanding start as he stopped all 38 shots in a 3-0 victory over Vegas on Sunday. Nedeljkovic has stopped 102 of 108 shots this season and will face the Sabres, who are struggling to find the back of the net this season. Buffalo is 26th overall in NHL scoring after finishing third in 2022-23.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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