Game #53 - at Philadelphia Flyers

Game 53

Penguins (31-20-1, 63 points) at Flyers (26-21-3, 55 points)

Why does it matter?
This time it's more than just Pens versus Flyers. The Pens need a win to right the ship, which has been teetering unevenly for about a month now.

What has been happening lately?

• Pens - The loss to Washington stung.
• Flyers - They're hot - they just beat Carolina yesterday for their their third straight win and sixth in a row at home.

Questions to be answered

• Will we see Emery between the pipes? He just played yesterday, but the Pens didn't fare much better against Leighton last time.
• How will Fleury respond in his first game since fracturing his finger?
  
• I'm still looking for a shut out from a Pens goalie. Can they get one? (this question is staying here until they do)
  

Keys to the game

• Slow down Jeff Carter. He has 5 goals in the last four games.
  
• Win the even strength battle - that's where the Flyers have been doing their damage during their three game winning streak.
  
• Protect the puck on the power play. Giving up a shorty would be fatal against this team.