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Pittsburgh Penguins Talk: Your Three Stars of the Playoffs

By Matthew Rodrigopulle

Jun 8, 2017; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins left wing Chris Kunitz (14) and right wing Bryan Rust (17) react after Rust scored a goal against the Nashville Predators during the first period in game five of the 2017 Stanley Cup Final at PPG PAINTS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 8, 2017; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins left wing Chris Kunitz (14) and right wing Bryan Rust (17) react after Rust scored a goal against the Nashville Predators during the first period in game five of the 2017 Stanley Cup Final at PPG PAINTS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jun 11, 2017; Nashville, TN, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) is presented with the Conn Smythe Trophy after defeating the Nashville Predators in game six of the 2017 Stanley Cup Final at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 11, 2017; Nashville, TN, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) is presented with the Conn Smythe Trophy after defeating the Nashville Predators in game six of the 2017 Stanley Cup Final at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports /

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3. Marc Andre Fleury

Fleury was able to step in after Murray hurt himself minutes before the playoffs started. He ended being a savior in the crease on more than occasion, and came away with a respectable .924 save percentage and 2 shutouts in these playoffs. No matter where he ends up this summer, he’ll be remembered for getting the ball rolling for this 2017 championship team.

2. Jake Guentzel

The spunky forward proved that his regular season was no fluke. As a rookie, he led the NHL in postseason goals with 13. Impressive. His energy served as a spark and when Jake N’ Bake was rolling, it seemed to lift everyone up. If you’re leading your team in goals and you play with Sid, Geno, and Phil, you know you’re doing something right.

1. Sidney Crosby

For the second year in a row the captain was awarded the Conn Smythe. Sid posted 27 points in 24 games, and led the team through back to back seven game series. His leadership skills and offensive production were essential for the Pittsburgh Penguins to repeat as Stanley Cup Champions, and that is why he is number 1.

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