Pens 3, Islanders 2

The Penguins finally won a game against a division opponent when they beat the New York Islanders by the score of 3-2. This was an important victory for the Pens as it kept them out of the Atlantic Division basement and insured that the Isles stayed there. Goals for the Pens were scored by Crosby, Whitney and Tyler Kennedy chipped in the game winner on a power play. This was Kennedy's first 3 point game in the NHL!

The win put the Pens in the top 8 of the East. I know it's a little early to be talking playoffs but with the Atlantic Division only separated by only 7 points first to last nearly half way through the season it seems to be a good time to start thinking about it. If the division remains as tight as it is, it's very possible that 4 teams from the Atlantic could make the playoffs. This is what makes December games against division opponents so important.

Next up, Tuesday 8pm against the New York Rangers.

News of Note: While I make sure to watch every game on TV, I am not able to attend many games in person, I will be going to the game on Friday night against the Isles. This will be my first game of the season (hopefully not last!) so I will have an abundance of news to report on Saturday morning. Make sure to check back this weekend!