So the Penguins are down in their Round 1 series, 1-0, after dropping Wednesday’s game in overtime. It was not always pretty, and it probably left you frustrated. Welcome back to the playoffs, friend.
If you are looking for some optimism, here it is: The Penguins probably played as poorly as they could have played, took a great shot from the Islanders, and still found themselves in a fairly even game that was one shot in overtime from going in the other direction. You have to think the Penguins have more to offer as a team in Game 2, and if they get it, stand a pretty good chance to even the series.