The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the New York Rangers 7-2 last night at Madison Square Garden in New York City. After a scoreless first period, the Pens jumped out to a 4-1 lead in the second period. The Pens had seven different goal-scorers and chased Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist from the game in the third period. Penguins goaltender Matt Murray stopped 28 shots.
The victory was the Pens seventh in a row. In their seven game winning streak, the Pens have outscored their opponents 28-9.
The Pens have moved into second place in the Metropolitan Division and are one point behind first-place Washington. (Although the Capitals have two games in hand).
The Pens return home to begin a three-game homestand Friday night when they host Winnipeg.
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has been named to an NHL All-Star team roster. The game is being played in San Jose January 26th.
Penguins defenseman Kris Letang is part of the “Last Men In” vote. Fans can vote beginning at noon today until January 10th at nhl.com
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