The Pittsburgh Penguins and New York Islanders began their round one playoff series yesterday afternoon in Pittsburgh. The game was full of twists and turns, lead changes, and seven goals, but the Islanders would be declared the victors in the end, taking Game 1 in overtime. [Recap]
The Penguins’ longtime core of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang are gearing up for what could be the group’s final Stanley Cup adventure together. They’ve learned to cherish every moment. [Post-Gazette]
One of the bright spots of yesterday’s disappointing game?