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Pens Points Friday: Oilers Gameday. Gagner Showcased At RW?

Pens visit old foe at his new digs. RNH studies Crosby's game. Gagner switch to RW just on time for Pens - coincidence or showcase? Gibbons earning a decent look, while being picked as an AHL ALL-Star. Pens and coaches say Olli Maatta's work ethic and ability to learn are unparalleled.

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In the absence of a Pens game, went surfing on CenterIce. Got bored watching the Devils-Stars game (because NJ) and switched to Leafs-Canes. We all expected the score was going to be something bad for the Leafs, but didn't quite expect 6-1. Anyway, here's what's up.

The Pens week in Canada continues with a game at Rexall Place in Edmonton tonight. [Penguins.com]

We've missed our old pal Ilya "Universe" Bryzgalov. How are things in Edmonton? [PPG]

Obviously, these are two clubs find themselves in very different circumstances. [CBS Sports]

Dallas Eakins observed the Pens going all-out in practice. A penny for his thoughts. [Twitter]

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins studies Crosby's game. [PPG]

Just as the RW-needing Pens are in town, Sam Gagner will move to RW. Just a coincidence? [Edmonton Journal]

Gagner would be a great fit with Sid. They can compare selfies of their broken jaws. [Edmonton Sun]

Pens line usage this season is just a little skewed. Only three teams use their top 6 more. [PensNation]

Penguins coaches marvel at Maatta's work ethic and ability to learn. [Yohe - Trib]

Brian Gibbons is an All-Star in the AHL. [Penguins.com]

Speedy Gonzales is earning rave reviews for his play. [Yohe - Trib]

A goalie got scored on while lollygagging behind the net and it wasn't Flower. [SBN]

Like I said, the Maple Leafs are a dumpster fire. Um, didn't Nonis just get an extension? [Globe & Mail]

So, Pens and Oilers tonight. Apparently the Oilers have a plan. Let's go Pens!