John Marino #6 of the Pittsburgh Penguins. (Photo by Tim Bradbury/Getty Images)
Up next in our by the numbers series is this talented Pittsburgh Penguins defender. His remarkable rookie year has made him a key member going forward.
There are rookie seasons, and then there are John Marino rookie seasons. What this Pittsburgh Penguins rookie did this season was nothing short of remarkable. Moreover, than that, it was precisely what was needed to help the Pens thrive. He will almost undoubtedly win the Penguins Rookie of the Year honors, and it couldn’t be better deserved.