Entering the season, the Pittsburgh Penguins were expected by most to be within the NHL's bottom-10.

Suffice to say, that's not how things have gone so far.

As of Monday, the Penguins' playoff odds - according to Moneypuck - are up to 65.8 percent, and their Stanley Cup odds are up to 3.5.

Thoughts? Do you still think this is a mirage? Let us know below!

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