The Pittsburgh Penguins closed the door on the regular season with game No. 82 on Wednesday night against the New York Islanders. Having nothing to play for and being eliminated from playoff contention the night prior, it was one last glimpse at the frustratingly inadequate 2023-24 Penguins. [Recap]
Penguins forward Jeff Carter officially rode off into the sunset after Wednesday’s contest, confirming that it was the final game of his 19-year career. [Trib Live]
Bryan Rust is the Penguins’ nominee for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, the yearly award given to the player who “best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community.