What makes a rivalry memorable?
Jason Spezza will not be going to Pittsburgh for the start of the second round of the playoffs Tuesday.
The Ottawa Senators will open the second round of the playoffs Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Penguins.
As Jason Spezza held court in front of his locker stall Sunday, wearing an ear-to-ear grin after his first practice with his Ottawa Senators teammates in 15 weeks, he was trying his best to curb lofty expectations.
The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the New York Islanders 4-3 Saturday night, setting up a second round clash with the Ottawa Senators.
Ottawa’s opponent for the next round of the playoffs could be determined as early as Saturday night, when the Pittsburgh Penguins, with a 3-2 lead, try to finish off the New York Islanders.
Bring on the second round of the NHL playoffs.