Penguins' Third Win Boosts Momentum

The Pittsburgh Penguins secured a 5-3 victory over the St. Louis Blues, marking their third consecutive win and boosting their points to 62, though they remain at the bottom of the Metropolitan division. Tristan Jarry delivered a strong performance with 33 saves, continuing his impressive form since returning from the AHL. The Penguins benefited from goals by newcomers Ryan Graves, Conor Timmins, and Connor Dewar, all of whom were recently acquired from trades. Despite being outplayed in the first period, the Penguins capitalized on their opportunities, with Rickard Rakell securing his first 30-goal season since 2017-18. The Blues, who have consistently picked up points in recent games, struggled defensively, with goalie Jordan Binnington conceding four goals before being pulled. The Penguins' performance reflects the expectations set by their president of hockey operations, Kyle Dubas, for strong play in the remainder of the season.