Penguins' veterans Brooks Orpik and Ryan Malone were the first to welcome Angelo Esposito to veteran camp with a firm handshake in the form of a check behind the net during scrimmage. Despite being injured for the junior's, Esposito was back on his feet after the hit left a cartoon-cliche cloud of dust behind.
Consisting of two 25 minute halves, the Pens' scrimmage warranted a 6-5 win for the White team over the Black Team, with the game winning goal coming from pro-tryout Adam Hall on a tap in from Gonchar with 10 seconds left. Sidney Crosby, playing for the black team, tallied two goals, one of which came on a penalty shot. Esposito also scored on a penalty shot, proving now more than ever that he wants to make it in the NHL. Some even predict Espo will have a home on the fourth line with Talbot.
A few updates on players: Defenseman Mark Eaton feels he is back to top calibur play after coming back from a wrist injury that rendered him benchworthy for a majority of last season. Despite playing the second half of the season and the five games in the playoffs, Eaton said the summer of rest was just what his wrist needed.
Erik Chistensen is going to find his new place at right wing, most likely on the line with Malkin and Roberts. Last season Christensen scored 18 goals, but most importantly played a crucial role in shootouts with a league high of 8 goals. His transition to winger may take some time, but he's already made it known he'll do whatever he needs to do to remain a part of the team and win some games.
Additionally, individual game tickets go on sale at 10am today.
