Pittsburgh at Carolina

The Penguins are getting it together on a 6-2 run. Sidney Crosby’s 12 points, and seven goals lead the NHL in February production, while Chris Kunitz is on a five-point road-game streak (three goals, two assists). Pittsburgh has talent and balance at #16 in goals scored, #10 on the power play and #13 in goals allowed. They head to Carolina, a team ranked #23 in goals scored and #27 on the power play. Hurricanes defenseman Justin Faulk, who leads the team with 34 points, left practice with an injury Thursday. Faulk also leads the league with 12 power-play goals. The Hurricanes are 15-36 against a team with a winning record, plus 18-39 when playing on three or more days rest. Play Pittsburgh.