We once again have good news and bad news. Lets start with the bad news first. The Penguins have lost Gary Roberts to injury. Gosh, the bodies seem to be piling up as of late. He suffered a broken left fibula in the 2nd period. Showing what a warrior he is, he refused a stretcher and skated off the ice with the help of teammates. The loss of Roberts is a big blow in terms of intensity and leadership. The left fibula is a non-weight bearing bone and if it's a clean cut, Roberts might be able to return within 2 months time. He will be reevaluated though. Luckily, Ryan Malone came back from his infection. The question is now who gets the call up to replace Roberts.
On to the good news... did you know the Penguins are 12-5 in their last 17? What? Really? No way! The way they've been playing? But they are. It hasn't been pretty but they are winning games and in the thick of the playoff race. And out of nowhere, Ty Conklin has claimed his spot as the Pens' number 1 goaltender. Ty Freakin' Conklin! He's 4-0 and got his first shutout as a Penguins last night. He played very well and looks to be starting the Winter Classic on New Year's Day.
Next up in the Winter Classic in Buffalo! Bring on the outdoors and those spiffy powder blue jerseys!
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