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Penguins/Capitals Highlights: Barebones Pens team falls 6-3
TL;DR
The Pittsburgh Penguins lost 6-3 to the Washington Capitals after resting key players due to minor injuries. With only 12 shots on goal, the Penguins struggled in a game that had no impact on their playoff position.
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 11: Pierre-Luc Dubois #80 of the Washington Capitals skates with the puck against Anthony Mantha #39 of the Pittsburgh Penguins in the second period during the game at PPG PAINTS Arena on April 11, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images) | Getty Images
The Penguins went into full coast mode after clinching a playoff berth and their place as second seed in the division by resting several players. All of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Bryan Rust, Erik Karlsson, Kris Letang, Ben Kindel and Parker Witherspoon were held out with “day-to-day injuries” in the meaningless game.
The skeleton crew that did play only managed 12 shots on goal and dropped a 6-3 game to the Washington Capitals. Enjoy some of the highlights of the game.
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Q&A
Why did the Penguins rest key players in the game against the Capitals?
The Penguins rested key players like Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin due to 'day-to-day injuries' after already clinching a playoff berth.
What was the final score of the Penguins vs. Capitals game on April 11, 2026?
The final score was 6-3 in favor of the Washington Capitals.
