The Dynamic Duo

Three years straight now have proven that the Pittsburgh Penguins knew what they were doing when they acquired Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. It seems that every night is another outstanding night for them, getting goals or assists like it was elementary. However, what makes Malkin and Crosby great is their differences. Dan Bylsma, head coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins, keeps Crosby and Malkin on two different shifts, so as to always have that star potential out on the ice. Crosby is productive for one shift, comes off to the bench, and Malkin continues where Crosby left off. Then, in the crucial moment of the game, perhaps a late power play or an empty net situation, Bylsma puts both out on the ice, which for the other team, is double trouble. Also, when Crosby has an off night, it seems Malkin does well, or vice versa. Each supports the other, and that's what makes the team great. I listened to Evgeni Malkin's postgame interview after the Game 3 win over Montreal and it went something like this: "We play good get puck in net Marc Andre do good win us game." Well said Evgeni, well said. But, it is to the point, and the Pittsburgh Penguins aren't known for monkey play.