Pens vs Sens thoughts and some good Penguins stats

I did not get to see any of the game last night. Damn work schedule! I did catch some on the radio. It sounds as though I missed a pretty good one. The power play was 2-3. Crosby and Malkin both score. Letestu continues his amazing rookie start. Gogo adds another point.
Sergie Gonchar did not fair too well last night. He was on the ice for all 5 Penguins goals. I loved Gonchar while he was here but I am very glad the Pens decided to go another direction. Gonch is clearly winding down his career. I'm sure he has a lot of hockey left and he will have moments where his skill shines, but the Penguins now are younger, faster, and better. If Goligoski can continue his progression, the Pens will not miss a beat.
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Brent Johnson continued to shine, stopping 32 of 34 shots. I am going to do a piece on him later. Where did this guy come from? Is he just hot or is he the real deal?

Last night was only the 2nd time this year that the Penguins got outshot and outhit. Ironically, the Pens have won both games. The other being against New Jersey.

Here are some interesting stats so far this season...

• The Pens lead the East in goals with 23
• They are 3rd in the league in major penalties
• They are tied for first in the league for most power play goals with 8
• They lead the league for most power play opportunities with 40. The next team has 32
• They are 4th in the east with a 20% power play
• Crosby is 4th in the league with 8 points, 3 behind the leader...Marian Hossa...ugh!
• Kris Letang is tied for 2nd in the league with a +7
• Crosby leads the league with 3 power play goals

Oh, did I mention, the Pens are also tied for 1st place with the Islanders? The momentum appears to be really picking up. The new look power play is delivering. Look out league...The Pens are back!!