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Sharks vs. Penguins: Game 1 Score and Reaction from 2016 Stanley Cup Final

The Pittsburgh Penguins struck first in the Stanley Cup Final on Monday with a 3-2 Game 1 win over the San Jose Sharks at Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh.

With the game tied at 2-2, Penguins center Nick Bonino's goal with 2:33 remaining wiped away the deadlock for good and gave the Penguins the early advantage in the series.

The Penguins reacted to the goal and then celebrated the victory on Twitter:

GOAL! BONINO! The #Pens lead 3-2 with 2:33 left in the 3rd period! #HBKLine #PARTYHARD pic.