Penguins Overcome Rangers Despite Missing Crosby and Malkin
Pittsburgh secures a 3-2 win in New York, fueled by a dominant second period and strong defense in the third.
- The Penguins defeated the Rangers 3-2 at Madison Square Garden without star players Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, who were sidelined with injuries.
- Philip Tomasino scored the game-winning goal on a power play during Pittsburgh's three-goal second period, assisted by Bryan Rust, who had two assists in the game.
- The Rangers outshot the Penguins 10-0 in the third period and had two late power plays but failed to capitalize on their opportunities.
- Vincent Trocheck and Adam Fox scored for the Rangers, while Igor Shesterkin made 23 saves in a losing effort.
- The Penguins extended their point streak to four games (3-0-1), while the Rangers missed a chance to secure their first three-game win streak since mid-November.