Game recap
Star Tribune's Three Stars
1. Olli Maatta, Penguins: Rookie defenseman, 19, scored a goal and an assist and was plus-3.
2. Matt Niskanen, Penguins: Virginia, Minn., native (Pittsburgh's only top-6 D) had a goal and assist.
3. Sidney Crosby, Penguins: First NHLer to 50 points (51, with two assists).
By the numbers
0-for-6 Wild on 5-on-3s this year (1:46 Thursday).
6 Penalty-shot goals allowed on 15 chances in Wild history.
9 Points in six all-time games for Crosby against the Wild.
5 Game assist streak for Ryan Suter.
MICHAEL RUSSO
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