Is the Pittsburgh Penguins’ winning streak a sign of real improvement or just a random run? It could be both. [PensBurgh]
Erik Karlsson, one of two Penguins players (alongside Sidney Crosby) chosen to play in the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off, headlines a Sweden roster that aims to compete with Finland and hockey juggernauts in Canada and the United States. [Trib Live]
How about a round of applause for Blaze Lizotte? One of Kyle Dubas’ summer signings, early returns show that Lizotte may be one of the Penguins’ better depth forwards. He can generate energy and offense as the team’s new third-line center amid Lars Eller’s departure.