SLAP SHOTS

Hop in the Cordova, baby, we're going bowling! It's a great day for hockey! Your Pittsburgh Penguins shuffle off to Buffalo as they faceoff against the Sabres tonight. These are your keys to tonight's game. 1)The Pens sit atop the Eastern Conference at 39-15-2 for a total of 80 points. The Sabres are a league-worst 15-32-8, good for 38 points. Don't get caught napping on this team. Beat 'em like a rented mule! 2)Since November 26, the Pens are 24-6-1. Buffalo is on a 7-game home losing streak. They've allowed 25 total goals during that streak. Time for a home invasion, Penguins-style!  3)The Pens are 7-3-0 over their last 10. Buffalo has surrendered at least 3 goals in 10 of their last 11 to go 2-6-3. Pack up the Crue for some Goals, Goals, Goals! Let's Go Pens!!!