It's tough to see the Penguins struggling like this, especially with the talent they have on their roster. The inconsistency in closing out games is alarming and seems to be a mental block more than anything else. They have the skill to dominate, but when they get a lead, it feels like they forget how to play their game.
The fact that they’ve lost so many games after leading by two goals is a huge red flag. It’s almost like they get complacent and think they can just coast to victory, which is a recipe for disaster in the NHL. The game against the Islanders was a perfect example of that. They played well for most of the game but fell apart when it mattered most.
I think the coaching staff needs to instill a sense of urgency in the players. They can't just sit back and expect to win; they need to keep pushing and playing their system until the final buzzer. If they can’t figure this out soon, their playoff hopes could be dashed before the season even really gets going.
What do you think? Do you see any potential solutions for the Penguins, or is it time for a more drastic change?
It's tough to see the Penguins struggling like this, especially with the talent they have on their roster. The inconsistency in closing out games is alarming and seems to be a mental block more than anything else. They have the skill to dominate, but when they get a lead, it feels like they forget how to play their game.
The fact that they’ve lost so many games after leading by two goals is a huge red flag. It’s almost like they get complacent and think they can just coast to victory, which is a recipe for disaster in the NHL. The game against the Islanders was a perfect example of that. They played well for most of the game but fell apart when it mattered most.
I think the coaching staff needs to instill a sense of urgency in the players. They can't just sit back and expect to win; they need to keep pushing and playing their system until the final buzzer. If they can’t figure this out soon, their playoff hopes could be dashed before the season even really gets going.
What do you think? Do you see any potential solutions for the Penguins, or is it time for a more drastic change?
- By Anonymous