COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Penguins overcame a third-period deficit Sunday to beat the Columbus Blue Jackets, 3-2, at Nationwide Arena. It was their second consecutive win.
During the third period, with the Penguins on a power play, Evgeni Malkin finished off a gorgeous passing sequence to tie the score, 2-2, with 8:06 remaining.
Malkin’s goal was made possible by a savvy decision by Mike Sullivan. The coach called timeout midway through the power play to give his top players a breather and a chance to regroup. The Penguins took advantage 23 seconds later.
