Pens Hot Despite Injuries

April 1, 2021 3:47 am

PITTSBURGH (AP) – The Pittsburgh Penguins have become the NHL’s hottest team despite a slew of injuries to high-profile players. The Penguins went 12-3-1 during March to move into a tie for second in the East Division. Head coach Mike Sullivan credited his players for adopting a simpler style of play while stars such as Evgeni Malkin and Kasperi Kapanen are out. Pittsburgh’s long injury list now includes goaltender Tristan Jarry, who is out with an upper-body injury.