Back in 1991, Penguins coaching legend Bob Johnson was fond of saying it took contributions from all 28 of his players to bring the Stanley Cup to Pittsburgh. In the wake of the Pens’ 5-2 thumping of the visiting New York Rangers last night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals, it’s safe to say the black and gold has a leg up on Badger Bob’s assertion.
Channeling his inner Frank Pietrangelo, No. 3 goalie Jeff Zatkoff turned in a dazzling 35-save performance worthy of a place of honor in Penguins lore.