Some interesting changes for the Penguins, following their NYE loss in Detroit. Kevin Hayes (healthy scratch for the last nine games) is back in the lineup in Anthony Beauvillier’s expense. Owen Pickering (out the last four games with a concussion) is able to return, kicking Ryan Shea up to the press box. Tristan Jarry is the starter in goal.
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First period
The Panthers, fresh off playing last night, are the sharper team out the gates than the Penguins, taking an early 8-3 edge in shots.