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The Pittsburgh Penguins have demonstrated impressive performance on the power play, recording a success rate of 32.4%. This statistic ranks them second in the NHL, showcasing their effectiveness during man-advantage situations. As of now, the Penguins have converted 11 out of 34 opportunities into goals.

Key Players and Statistics

Several players have stepped up in power-play situations this season:

• Sidney Crosby leads with four power-play goals, positioning him among the top scorers in the league.
• Evgeni Malkin has contributed significantly, with seven power-play points, tying him for 12th overall.
• Seven different players have scored on the power play for Pittsburgh, emphasizing the team’s diverse scoring ability.

Comparative Analysis

Several teams have outperformed the Penguins in terms of diverse scoring. The teams with more players scoring power-play goals include:

• Ottawa Senators – 8 players
• Minnesota Wild – 8 players
• Florida Panthers – 8 players
• Dallas Stars – 8 players

On the opportunity front, the Penguins have had fewer chances than most teams, receiving only 31 power plays this season. The Columbus Blue Jackets have had even fewer opportunities with 26. Nevertheless, the Penguins remain competitive, with only a handful of teams scoring more power-play goals:

• Minnesota – 17 goals
• Dallas – 14 goals
• Edmonton – 14 goals
• Ottawa – 13 goals
• Montreal – 12 goals

When Pittsburgh takes advantage of a power play, they exhibit a strong record of 5 wins, 2 losses, and 1 overtime loss. Furthermore, they have scored multiple power-play goals in a game three times, remaining undefeated in those instances.

Looking Ahead

As the Penguins continue to build on their strengths in upcoming matchups, they will aim to leverage their power-play skills effectively, keeping them in contention this season.