This in no way suggests that the Penguins are taking their foot off the gas. No chance, with just one point separating them from the Washington Capitals they’ll be hungry for two points. Still not convinced? The Caps play the Blue Jackets in what will be an immensely tight affair. A loss for them and a win for the Pens would leave them not only top of the Metropolitan, but top of the league. The Ottawa Senators however, can force evermore pressure on the Montreal Canadiens.
The coach mentioned that Fredrik Claesson could check in tonight since the defence is a bit banged up but that will be a game-time decision.