1. The Penguins come into this series with injury woes, so let’s get some updates. First off, Norris-level workhorse defenseman Kris Letang is out for the series (and the season), as you know.
Next up, goaltender Matt Murray, who stymied the Caps in this same round last year, and injured himself prior to Game 1 of Pittsburgh’s first-round series:
How about old pals Chris Kunitz and Carl Hagelin (and Chad Ruhwedel, who apparently is another Pittsburgh Penguin):
Sullivan says the Penguins are "hopeful" Carl Hagelin will return some time during this series.