Now That I'm Back, a Little About the Pens

[Ed H in Pasadena]

So excited about the upcoming season, even though (realistically) I don't think much of the Pens' chances to make the playoffs. But I DO love me some NHL. That said, here's an article in the local paper, the Post-Gazette, about what the Pens face going forward this season.

P.S. I invite all the folks who knew me as Cali_Ed, who've encountered me on FB, and any who love to banter about the NHL, to join me in the occasional post here.

Six Questions for a New Season

Preview
"After the puck drops on the regular season on Oct. 12, their forward depth will be tested. Their defense must come together. And Tristan Jarry must regroup.

Let’s dive into six questions the Penguins face entering 2021-22, all of which tie back into the most important one. Does this group have a deep playoff run in it?

1. Can the Penguins withstand the injuries to their two franchise centers?

The Penguins can’t win the Cup in October. But they could potentially lose it."

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

My #1 concern, of course, is Jarry. Hope he bounces back stronger than ever. After that, it's the usual suspects: the defense after the top pairing, and the bottom six forwards. Not to mention waiting out Sid and Geno's returns.
If Jason Zucker and Jake Guentzel don't pick up their games in particular, this team's in HUGE trouble.