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Ducks wing helps Pens playoff push
If Crosby and Kunitz click, Pittsburgh's playoff odds increase
Originally Published: February 26, 2009
By Tim Williams | AccuScore
Facing the prospect of missing the playoffs after appearing in last year's Stanely Cup Finals, the Pittsburgh Penguins tried to rekindle last year's magic by acquiring another scoring wing for Sidney Crosby. It may not be Marian Hossa, but it's a move that our simulations say will help the Pens' playoff push.
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