The first series between the Capitals and Penguins this week in Pittsburgh will mark a homecoming of sorts for Capitals Justin Schultz, Carl Hagelin, Conor Sheary, and Daniel Sprong, all of whom spent time skating in the black and gold of the Penguins earlier in their respective careers.
Back on December 30, we published a little quiz to test your knowledge about “Penguitals,” those 73 players (68 skaters and five goaltenders) who over the course of their respective careers passed through both Washington and Pittsburgh.
Now let’s take a closer look at this odd group that includes legendary players and short-timers alike, players you would instantly recognize and players who you might never have heard of.