Good morning one and all,
The hockey season is officially upon us, as the Pens got their physicals and media availability out of the way yesterday and are set to kick of at 9 am today.
GM Jim Rutherford and HC Mike Johnston addressed the media as well. Here is a summary of their remarks. [Trib]
Kris Letang, Olli Maatta and Pascal Dupuis were all cleared to play. Fehr is estimated to be at 60% in his recovery and is the only player not cleared thus far. [Pens Inside Scoop]
The Phil Kessel countdown has officially begun, as he will be in the lineup for the first preseason game against Carolina on Tuesday.