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Early frustrations are evident and the Penguins’ 2-3-0 record ranks them near the bottom of the Metropolitan Division." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Only the Washington Capitals are slotting in after the Penguins in the Metro with a record of 1-2-1." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Despite a slow start with the hard numbers, the Penguins still have some of the best chances at reaching the postseason." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "According to moneypuck.com, the Penguins have a 72% chance of reaching the playoffs, third highest percentage in the Metro Division." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "There is a fairly wide margin between the Penguins and the fourth Metro team, the New York Rangers with 57.8%." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "It’s still early in the season and there is sure to be massive swings before the playoff race heats up, but it’s good that even with a slow start the Penguins seem to be in a good place." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Ahead of the Penguins in percentage are the Carolina Hurricanes at 84.8% and the New Jersey Devils at 75.6%." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "In terms of hard numbers, the Philadelphia Flyers lead the Metro with a 3-1-1 record for seven standings points, and no one is expecting them to push for the postseason." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "MoneyPuck has them at an 18.9% chance of making the dance." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "There is a lot of hockey to be played, and the Penguins haven’t started phenomenally, but they could make a good push for the ultimate prize." } }, { "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 Not Happy With Early Season Performance" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Penguins Goalie Not Having Great Analytical Start" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Slow Start Should Force Changes With Penguins" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Penguins Never Should Have Cut Depth Forward" } }, { "type": "list", "data": { "style": "unordered", "items": [ "Subscribe to Inside the Penguins on YouTube", "Follow Inside the Penguins on Twitter: @InsidePenguins" ] } } ] }

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