The Vancouver Canucks are nearing the end of a long road trip. It's their longest trip of the entire season. After sweeping their games in New York and New Jersey, not an easy feat to accomplish, they will be ready for a letdown tonight at Pittsburgh. Coach Tocchet said this: "To win three games in New Jersey and New York is tough to do."

The Penguins are healthy and playing well. They are off a win on Monday and are now 7-2-1 their last 10 games. They have won 3 of the last 4 versus the Canucks and are 5-2 the last 7. That includes a 3-0 record the last 3 meetings in Pittsburgh. With Vancouver playing its 3rd road game in 4 days, the Penguins will make it 4 straight home wins in the series tonight!