This is an 8* on PITTSBURGH

Carolina and Pittsburgh both played on Saturday but had different results. The Hurricanes were finally able to snap their losing streak (at four games) with an overtime win at the Islanders. The Penguins, who recently ended their own six-game slide, were not successful against Washington. However, the Pens did score 11 goals in their two games (both wins) prior to yesterday's loss where special teams played a significant role. Not only was Pittsburgh 1 for 5 on the power play, including a failure to convert a 5 on 3 opportunity. They also gave up a short-handed goal. Look for them to get back in the win column today. The Penguins' home record is 23-7-4 and they have a large edge in scoring over their opponents in those games. Carolina is 0 for 4 off their last four wins while Pittsburgh is 7-2 off their last nine losses that were by 3 or more goals. Play on PITTSBURGH

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