The Pittsburgh Penguins are in a slump. Period. The Pens started the season with a bang, going 4-0-1 and are now sitting at 4-5-2…ouch. What happened? I’ll tell ya what happened.
The Backstory
The Penguins have made the NHL Playoffs for 16 consecutive seasons. The Pens have Crosby #87, Malkin #71 and Letang #58, a trio of All-World Players on their roster, who have played together for what is now their 17th season. The Pittsburgh Penguins have been bounced in the First Round of the NHL Playoffs for the last 4 years in a row.