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While it won't be a primary storyline, the Penguins recalled two forwards over the weekend that could make a meaningful start in this Monday night matchup." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Drake Caggiula played in Edmonton for the first two and a half seasons of his NHL career before he was traded to the Chicago Blackhawks. It would not be the first time Caggiula returned to Edmonton with an opposing team but qualifies for the \"revenge game\" storyline." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "On the other hand, the Penguins called up top prospect Sam Poulin. Looking to make his NHL debut this season, Poulin could see NHL ice at some point on this trip. The former first-round pick of the Penguins has impressed since early in training camp and brings lineup flexibility with his newfound talents at the center position." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "The Penguins have a quick turnaround as they take on a tough Calgary Flames team in the second half of this Alberta-based back-to-back. Last season, the Penguins lost all four games to these teams, being outscored 16-4. Pittsburgh hopes for a better outcome this season. 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