Pens Points: Not So Special Teams

PensBurgh highlights that struggling special teams play has become a major liability for the Pittsburgh Penguins through the first 18 games of the season. After serving as a key strength that helped the team reach the playoffs last year, the decline in special teams has contributed to Pittsburgh falling toward the bottom of the standings.

The roundup notes that the Penguins could become sellers ahead of the trade deadline if their trajectory continues, while also mentioning that former goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury will be inducted into the team's Hall of Fame. Additionally, Anaheim Ducks forward Cutter Gauthier was named NHL First Star of the Week after scoring a hat trick against Pittsburgh.