The Pens are going through a similar situation as the Hawks did when their streak ended. They will be scrambling for a few games, but I could see the addition of all the new players extending that struggle. Adding as many players as they did will most definitely alter the locker room chemistry, despite the fact they didn't ship out any roster players and having strong leadership. They are also missing a few key pieces from their D which isn't helping. I do hope that the Pens will end up crashing and burning, but I wouldn't be surprised if they eventually righted the ship in time for the playoffs. That said, I also question their goaltending and their D and therefor I am not convinced they are the über-contenders everyone seems to make them. Only time will tell.
