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Penguins 2, Senators 1: Letang’s Late Goal Knots Series

by Jon Bois
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Letang’s Late Goal Gives Pens 2-1 Win; Knots Series With Sens
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Pittsburgh, PA (Sports Network) - Kris Letang recorded the game-winning score late in regulation as Pittsburgh nipped Ottawa, 2-1, in Game 2 of an Eastern Conference quarterfinal from Mellon Arena.

Sidney Crosby added a goal and one assist for the Penguins, who had dropped the series opener on Wednesday.

Marc-Andre Fleury stopped 19-of-20 shots for the win.

Peter Regin picked up the lone score for the Senators, who return to Canada's capital for Game 3 on Sunday having gained a split on the road.

Brian Elliott played well in defeat, making 29 stops.

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