Inconsistent Penguins scrambling as stretch run looms
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By WILL GRAVES
AP Sports Writer
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins’ run of 16 straight playoff appearances could be in jeopardy. Pittsburgh is on the outside of the NHL’s postseason picture looking in with seven weeks to go in the regular season. Injuries and erratic play have bedeviled the Penguins throughout the season. It’s unlikely a major shakeup is on the way, meaning Pittsburgh will have to find the answers from within. Captain Sidney Crosby says he’s encouraged by the team’s play and that the Penguins are close to turning things around.