For the second straight game, the Penguins built a big first period lead and came away a winner. Brian Metzer has the recap.
Coach Dan Muse says the Penguins are playing well when they have a lead.
Muse says the Penguins are making the right choices when they have to decide whether to attack or defend from middle ice.
New acquisition Yegor Chinakhov did not arrive at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex until after the morning skate had ended, so he did not dress for the game.
Faceoff for the New Year’s Night game against Detroit tomorrow will be shortly after 7 PM.
