Red Wings dominating as Penguins search for new approach

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 Red Wings dominating as Penguins search for new approach
I had the pleasure of covering games 1 and 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals in Detroit and I am beat, brain-dead and trying to keep my emotions close to the vest. The mood after the Red Wings' 3-0 victory in Game 2 was one of domination.   Except for the first seven minutes of the first game, the Wings have been able to play their game and the Pittsburgh Penguins have not been able to get ... [link]

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Penguins Need New Approach
Published 5/27/2008 by Alanah at KK Hockey
... been able to play their game and the Pittsburgh Penguins have not been able to get anything going. My description of the Wings when they are on their game is they skate their opponents into mistakes and frustration. The Wings are always moving their legs, forcing the play and have all the momentum going into Game 3. The Penguins must win Game 3 to have any shot at extending this series past five games. First thing they must do is figure out how to score a goal, any kind of goal. more...

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