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The sacrifices they make and put the time and effort in to keep their games at a very high level.”" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Malkin, in particular is off to one of his most successful starts in his entire career, which is great to see but also shocking considering it’s his 18^th year in the NHL and he’s 37-years-old." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Crosby has also had better starts, but he’s been a steady force for the Penguins." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Both are off to fantastic starts, but is there still more to give?" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "“I do think these guys are capable of another level,” Sullivan said. “They’ve certainly shown it. They’ve elevated it at times. 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Mike Sullivan Says Penguins’ Stars Can Reach Another Level