Pens vs. Devils Tonight

Preview - The Pens and Devils face off tonight at the Igloo. Game time is 7:30.

This will be the seventh time these two teams have met this season and possibly the most important game the Pens will play before the playoff begin. Pittsburgh is 2-4 against the Devils this season but three of the four losses have been by one goal. This game is particulary of note as the winner will gain a two point lead in the Atlantic Division.

The Devils had a tough one playing the Islanders last night, losing in the final minute of the game. Playing back-to-back nights after such a loss is usually a good indication that they will not be ready to step on the ice and give it their all. If Pittsburgh can come out aggressive and with a high level of intensity they will have a good shot at putting the game away early.

Injury Update - Sid Crosby is going to sit out at least one more to rest his sore ankle. While he continues to skate and participate in practice drills he has elected to give it some more time to heal. This will not be an issue if the team continues to be competitive in his absence. But if they start losing some points in the remaining games then it will make their playoff seeding harder and may even take away home ice advantage.