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Game #38 - at New Jersey Devils

Found December 31, 2011 on Igloo Dreams:
PLAYERS: Johan Hedberg
TEAMS: Pittsburgh Penguins,  New Jersey Devils

2011-12 Game 38 Pittsburgh Penguins (21-12-4, 46 points) at New Jersey Devils (20-15-1, 41 points) You don't often get to break out a 1995-96 hockey card! This is a Sykora rookie card from his original go-round with the Devils. He's having a good year with 21 points in 36 games (10 + 11). Why does it matter? You can make the argument that the Atlantic Division is the toughest in hockey. The Devils are in fourth place, yet are in sixth place in the entire conference. This is a key match-up for the Pens, especially if they're going to struggle to win against the Flyers and Rangers. What has been happening lately? Pens - The Pens ran into a better team on Thursday night against Philly. The struggles continue against the power teams. Devils - They've won eight of eleven, but just two of their past four. Questions to be answered Who are these guys? These Devils are not doing a good job at controlling the...
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