Pens Points: Washington Game Day

Good morning one and all,

The Pens host the Capitals tonight for the third time this season. We have yet to score on them. Here is the game preview. [NHL.com]

Here is the latest edition of the Caps Ups and Downs, so you can see who's hot and who's not. [Japers Rink]

The power play, which feels like it's 0-for-forever (actually it's 0-for-7 games), feels like it's turning the corner. Any time now would be awesome, guys. [PPG]

Five questions on Ehrhoff's return, Crosby's slump, and can the Pens handle the Capitals' third line? [The Pensblog]

Pittsburgh is thinking about throwing its hat in the ring for the right to host World Junior Championships. [PPG]

Excellent read of the day: 18 players who are likely to be moved by the trade deadline, and their possible destinations. [Colligan Hockey]

The Leafs are looking for two picks (2nd and 3rd) or 2nd and a prospect for forward Daniel Winnik. [ESPN]

The Rangers are now tied with Pens in points with two games in hand, having beaten the Islanders 6-5 after being down 5-3. Didn't start good for the Rangers, but they pulled it off in the end. [NHL.com]

Poor Olli Jokinen. After 1200 games at center and a measly 6 playoff games, finally signs with a contender, only to get shuffled to wing. Then gets traded to the Maple Leafs. [Winnipeg Free Press]

Sorting out the buyers and sellers, plus power rankings and more in the weekend wrap. [Grantland]

The Florida Panthers are interested in Phil Kessel, but don't want to part with their young prospects. Well, that won't get it done. [The Score]

A beautiful remembrance of Steve Montador by Elliotte Friedman. Always a great read, but this is a special piece about a man he knew well and who he and all of us will miss. What a tragedy. [Sportsnet]

Don't forget Pens charity auction on Root Sports starts today at 6 pm. The charity bags feature, among other goodies, special-edition bobbleheads. Go and win some! [Penguins.com]