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Marcus Pettersson – Erik Karlsson
Ryan Shea – Jack St. Ivany" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Prior to puck drop, the Penguins moved Ryan Graves to long-term injured reserve, putting an end to his season. This group of defenders is likely how things will look until the season is over or another injury gets in the way." } }, { "type": "header", "data": { "text": "Starting Goalie", "level": 3 } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Alex Nedeljkovic" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "For the 10^th straight game, Alex Nedeljkovic has been handed the keys as the Penguins starting goalie. In a must-win situation against his former team, Nedeljkovic will look to continue his trend of stellar performances." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Make sure you bookmark Inside the Penguins for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Penguins Defenseman Out for Season" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Sidney Crosby Sweeps Penguins Awards" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Penguins GM Says One Game Sparked Playoff Run" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Do or Die for Penguins Against Red Wings" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Penguins Make Goalie Decision in Massive Matchup" } }, { "type": "list", "data": { "style": "unordered", "items": [ "Subscribe to Inside the Penguins on YouTube", "Follow Inside the Penguins on Twitter: @InsidePenguins" ] } } ] }

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