GAME RECAP
Star Tribune’s Three Stars
1.Sidney Crosby, Penguins. Their captain racked up three assists.
2. Evgeni Malkin, Penguins. Standout center scored twice and added an assist.
3. Phil Kessel, Penguins. Veteran winger assisted on three goals.
BY THE NUMBERS
2 Power-play goals in two opportunities for the Penguins.
5 Losses over the Wild’s past six road games.
SARAH MCLELLAN
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