Overview
- Pittsburgh sits 28-14-11 with 67 points and a six-game win streak that extends a nine-game point run.
- The Penguins face Ottawa tonight, then visit the Islanders Tuesday and Buffalo Thursday, with Bryan Rust eligible to return for the Islander game.
- Letang is on injured reserve with a fractured foot, prompting heavier minutes for Parker Wotherspoon, Brett Kulak and Ryan Shea.
- Secondary scorers have fueled recent wins, with Connor Dewar, Blake Lizotte, Noel Acciari and rookie Ben Kindel contributing key offense.
- Late-game leaks remain a concern after nearly squandering a 5-1 lead versus the Rangers, making regulation wins a priority before the break.