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NHL lockout is actually going to help the Pittsburgh Penguins and the team's franchise player, Sidney Crosby, because a shortened season gives the franchise a better chance to return to the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time since the 2008-09 season.
Following a disappointing 2011-12 season in which the team struggled with injuries to key players and was knocked out of the playoffs in the first round, the work stoppage will allow Pittsburgh's players to get plenty of rest as they prepare for a deep playoff run this year.
Let's examine how the lockout will help Crosby and his team as a whole.
Extra Time for Sidney Crosby to Heal, Get Stronger
The extra time off is going to help Crosby get ...
Read Full Article at Bleacher Report - Pittsburgh Penguins
Following a disappointing 2011-12 season in which the team struggled with injuries to key players and was knocked out of the playoffs in the first round, the work stoppage will allow Pittsburgh's players to get plenty of rest as they prepare for a deep playoff run this year.
Let's examine how the lockout will help Crosby and his team as a whole.
Extra Time for Sidney Crosby to Heal, Get Stronger
The extra time off is going to help Crosby get ...
Read Full Article at Bleacher Report - Pittsburgh Penguins