A Perfect 10
On a special night in New York City, the Penguins expanded their win streak to 10 games while welcoming captain Sidney Crosby back into the lineup. The Pens 5-2 win moves them to four points behind Eastern Conference leading Rangers.
Not only did the Pens get Crosby back but they also welcomed all-star defensemen Kris Letang back into the lineup after missing five games to concussion-like symptoms. Both players had an immediate impact on the game’s result. Crosby’s line with Matt Cooke and Tyler Kennedy scored on their first shift, while Crosby ended the game with an assist and a plus-3. Letang also ended the game with an assist, and a career high plus-5.
Forward Evgeni Malkin added his 39th goal of the year while Matt Cooke scored twice to help lead the Pens to the important two point victory.
Goalie Marc Andre Fleury summarized the recent stretch perfectly. “We’re playing pretty solid hockey these days. It’s a long season. We need to keep going.”
With important games against division rivals, New Jersey Devils and Philadelphia Flyers this weekend, the Pens look to carry their winning streak along.
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