The Pittsburgh Penguins begin the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs tonight in Washington. The Pens are 7-1 all-time in playoff series against the Capitals. Face-off is 7:30pm. Pre-game on WISR 680am is 7pm.
Chris Kunitz will be a game-time decision. Carl Hagelin returned to practice, but will not play tonight. Evgeni Malkin leads all NHL playoff scorers with 11 points.
Also tonight: the Ottawa Senators host the New York Rangers in the other Eastern Conference game.
Last night in the Western Conference: Nashville won their fifth consecutive game, 1-0 over St. Louis. Edmonton defeated Anaheim 5-3.