Lean, Fit Tangradi Ready to Earn Spot

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The work that Eric Tangradi has been doing this summer has manifested itself on his 6-foot-4 frame.

Because while the big winger remains powerful and strong, his physique is noticeably leaner than it’s been in the past.

“My body fat is as low as I’ve ever had it in my career,” he said. “I really paid attention to my diet this summer. I had a meeting with my trainer in the beginning of the summer and we really took my off-ice training to a whole other level with a lot more explosive exercises as far as heavy lifts. I think it’s definitely helped me on the ice so far. I feel great.”

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Tangradi aims for top-six role

The Penguins have been trying all summer, but so far have not signed a top-six forward to play alongside Sidney Crosby or Evgeni Malkin.

They haven't signed in-house restricted free-agent left winger Eric Tangradi, either, but that apparently will get done sooner rather than later. Tangradi will do his best to earn a slot on one of the top two lines created when Steve Sullivan left through free agency.

"I think it would be a great thrill," Tangradi said Thursday during a break at RMU Island Sports Center, where he is assisting on the ice with a team youth camp.

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