Penguins to honor veterans with camouflage warmup jerseys

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Penguins will wear camouflage jerseys during pregame warmup Saturday as part of the team’s annual Veterans Day celebration.

Players will autograph the jerseys after the game for an online auction, with proceeds benefiting the Veterans Leadership Program of Western Pennsylvania.

Two World War II veterans are scheduled to attend Saturday’s game. They will be recognized for their service.

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The jersey auction will begin at noon Saturday and run through noon Nov. 17.

Bids can be placed by texting PENSJERSEY to 52182 or by visiting PENSJERSEY.givesmart.com.

Several other initiatives to honor military veterans will take place Saturday. CLICK HERE for details.

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