The Penguins are still stewing over Thursday's overtime loss to Utah, with PensBurgh calling the inability to close games a persistent concern. Sidney Crosby arrived early to Friday's practice and admitted he and the team are searching for consistency.
The Penguins are struggling with inconsistency a month into the season, alternating between strong performances and disappointing losses. With the team sitting near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, management faces a critical decision about whether to wait for things to click or make significant roster changes. Key players like Andre Kuzmenko are underperforming, adding pressure to find solutions quickly.