This is a Big One

The Penguins got a star back, but lost yet another key player for a few weeks in Kunitz. But this Pens game is the type of game that COULD spark a team to another great streak. The Pens battled all night, took a lead in the third period twice, lost the lead after a weak call to give the Bruins a long 5 on 3, then fell behind very late in the game.........with about 5 seconds left in the game, Crosby steals the puck after a broken stick play by the Bruins, passes to Malkin who finds Guerin flying down the wing..........Guerin buries it with .4 seconds left to tie the game!!!! Dupuis ends it for the Pens early in OT off of a nice behind the net play by Jordan Staal. This was taking 2 pts when it seemed as if that could never happen, and highlighted the energy and attitude we had seen in this team since Bylsma took over last February, minus the past 3 games. I liked it for several reasons:

Lovejoy and Engelland did not look out of place on the blue line, nor did Letestu at forward;
Several players who NEEDED to step up did including Crosby with 3 pts, Staal chipping in, Guerin getting a big goal, defensemen like McKee and Eaton scoring, and DUPER putting in 2 big goals........If we get to late March and the Pens are 2 pts ahead for the final home ice slot in the playoffs, remember this game..................And again, the Goose was Loose!!!!!!!!!