SLAP SHOTS

     Hop in the Cordova we're going bowling 'cause it's a hockey night in Pittsburgh! Our Pittsburgh Penguins faceoff against the New York Islanders tonight at Consol Energy Center. These are your keys for tonight's game. 1)The Pens tied their season-high with 5 goals in their win over Detroit on New Year's Eve. It will take an offensive outburst like that to best the Isles. They are 4th in the league in goals against, allowing just 2.3 per game. Rock the Goals, Goals, Goals, baby! 2)The Pens power play is on a bit of an uptick, recording 2 goals with the man-advantage on Thursday. They're currently ranked 22nd in the NHL at 17.6%. Meanwhile, the Isles boast the 2nd best penalty kill in the league at 87.3%. Man up! 3)The Pens may finally be on the right track, going 3-1-1 in their last 5 games. Get on the stick and stay in the win column! Let's Go Pens!!!