The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the New Jersey Devils 5-2 in an NHL game at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The victory secured a playoff spot for the Penguins. Pittsburgh's goals were scored by Bryan Rust, Thomas Novak, Jegor Tjinachov, Jevgenij Malkin, and Erik Karlsson, while New Jersey's goals came from Paul Cotter and Jack Hughes.
Karlsson contributed a goal and an assist, and Tjinachov reportedly had three points including a goal. The Penguins have won five of their last six games. According to reports, the Penguins are likely to finish second in the Metropolitan Division.
New Jersey's next game is against the Detroit Red Wings, and Pittsburgh will face the Washington Capitals.