The Penguins were back in action on Tuesday against the visiting Arizona Coyotes, but based on the pace of play using the word “action” might be too flashy a term for the early going of this game.
Pittsburgh welcomed back Zach Aston-Reese from injury to replace his usual linemate Teddy Blueger, who will be out a period of 6-8 weeks with a broken jaw. Otherwise, same personnel for the Pens, though both lower forward lines were shaken up in the after-effects of losing Blueger.
The first period was very dull, shots were 10-4 in favor of Pittsburgh but there wasn’t many chances or exciting moments to speak of, including no penalties by either team.