Sunday, February 10, 2013

Pens V. Devils

Hey All,

It was the second meeting n two days for the Pens and Devils, and this game was vintage Penguins Devils. Both teams came out and were ready to play a physical game.

The Pens were playing with a little bit of a chip on their shoulders after a big loss to the Devils in the previous meeting, and it showed early in the game.

Both starting goaltenders got the night off, and getting some much needed rest in the short season. Both the Pens and Devils were playing tired and looked a little sluggish. But the Devils had more energy, enthusiasm, and drive in this game and it showed in their play. They were out skating the Pens, who were a little flat footed, and it really effected their game.

The Pens went down early 1-0 in the game, and never got back into the swing of things. That was the score after one period of play. In the second which, hasn't bode well for the Penguins this season being and scored 16-3 in second periods. Thomas Vokoun gave up two quick goals in the second to give the Devils a 3-0, lead going into the second intermission.

The the third of to quick start for the Penguins, getting a quick goal just 15 seconds into the third, from James Neal with assist from Chris Kunitz and Evgeni Malkin. It looked like the Pens would get some momentum and get back into this game, but it never went anywhere from that point on. The Devils went back to playing their game, which is physical and getting the puck down the ice and get as many shots as they could on Thomas Vokoun. They also like to get the puck behind the goal, battle, and just beat up on the opposing team.

This game comes down to a few things: the Devils are a rough and tough team that likes to play a physical game, and the Penguings were getting frustrated with all the missed opportunities. If the Penguings would have been able to keep their cool, play their game, and not let the play of the Devils get under their skin, they may have had a better shot at winning this game.

Another thing is, the Pens are starting to take too many dumb penalties. Evgeni Malkin is the team leader in penalty minutes (24). This almost never happens to Geno. Sydney Crosby is leading the team in points (17) and assists (12), while James Neal leads the team in goals (7). Another interesting stat is that Thomas Vokoun leads the team in goals against average (2.09), and Fleury is giving up 2.46 goals against average.

The Pens need to step it up and start playing their game. This is a short season and there is no room for error. Until next time, You keep doing what you do, and I'll keep you up to date with everything sports.
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