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Penguins agree they need more presence at net

Braden Holtby is an excellent goalie, particularly when he can see every shot.

The Penguins were not the better team on the ice for Game 3 Monday night against the Capitals, but managed to get three goals on 23 shots by the Vezina Trophy finalist in a 3-2 win.

Afterwards, players said a critical area that needs improvement is offensive zone time, and making life more difficult for Holtby via traffic, screens, and second-chance opportunities.

“We didn’t get enough zone time. Usually, zone time, what comes with that is getting to the front of the net, getting rebounds, having a little bit more of a presence there just as kind of a result of playing the right way in the offensive zone,” said Sidney Crosby.