Kris Letang scores go-ahead goal for Pittsburgh
Kris Letang puts the Penguins back on top with a goal deep in the second period vs. the Flyers.
Stihl Ultimate Performer: Sidney Crosby
For the second consecutive game Sidney Crosby had a multi-point game to help lead the Penguins to a win in Game 5 to keep Pittsburgh's season alive, earning him Ultimate Performer Powered by Stihl honours for Monday night.
Gaunce explains what made Game 5 such a vintage Sidney Crosby performance
With the Penguins on the verge of elimination for the second straight game, Sidney Crosby helped lead the way with two assists for his second consecutive multi-point game as Pittsburgh beat the Flyers to extend the series to Game 6. TSN's Hockey analyst Cameron Gaunce explains what made this a vintage Crosby performance, and why this series has swung back in the favour of the Penguins.
NHL: Flyers 2, Penguins 3
Connor Dewar, Kris Letang and Elmer Soderblom scored and the Penguins avoided elimination for the second time in 48 hours with a 3-2 win over the Flyers in Game 5. Sidney Crosby shook off a shot to his left knee to add two assists for the Penguins and Arturs Silovs had 18 saves. PHI leads series 3-2.
Hot or Not: Do coaches belong in the handshake line?
After Rod Brind'Amour and Brady Tkachuk had a lengthy conversation in the handshake line, former veteran head coach Peter Laviolette joins SportsCentre to discuss whether or not coaches actually belong in the handshake line at all, and more.
Tkachuk's future, offseason plans, goaltending headline key Sens question marks
The Senators held their season ending media availabilities on Monday but the player everyone wanted to hear from was not present as Brady Tkachuk was welcoming his second child with his wife. TSN's Claire Hanna is joined by Postmedia's Bruce Garrioch to chat about the captain's future in Ottawa and the conversation that needs to happen, potential offseason changes that management needs to look into and more.
Green admits experience played a role in series sweep vs. Hurricanes
Senators head coach Travis Green broke down what he believed the difference was in his team's first-round series against the Hurricanes. Green also reflected on the overall challenges throughout the year with the injuries, scheduling and more. Lastly, Green said he is looking forward to a more normal schedule next year with no international tournaments.
'Our depth got tested this year': Staios explains what he learned from Sens this season
Senators general manager Steve Staios shared his honest opinion of his team's season, what needs to be addressed in the offseason, the lessons learned, the injuries that affected the Sens, Linus Ullmark's playoff performance and more.
Sens rally behind captain Tkachuk after tough first round loss: 'We're lucky to have him'
Brady Tkachuk was unavailable to the media on Senators locker cleanout day, as he had to head home for the birth of his second child. Without their captain in attendance, Tim Stutzle and Drake Batherson each spoke glowingly about how Tkachuk has handled the spotlight, while GM Steve Staios and head coach Travis Green spoke about Tkachuk as a player, and what it was like to have a player with a podcast on the team.
Knoblauch looking at adjustments for McDavid, won't name Game 5 starter yet
Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch said adjusting his deployment of Connor McDavid is something he'll 'look at' as the captain has not found his typical level of offensive production in the series, and would not name a starting goaltender for Game 5.
Crosby on pushing series to Game 5: 'We've got to do something with the opportunity now'
With their backs against the wall coming into Game 4, The Pittsburgh Penguins were able to grind out a win to bring the series back home for a Game 5. Captain Sidney Crosby spoke about the importance of playing in front of a home crowd where they can feed off the energy and breaks down what they did better in Game 4 to stave off elimination.
Ullmark hopes late season surge can motivate Sens to take the next step
Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark spoke about his team's season overall and how he hopes that they can use their second half as motivation for what they can be capable of.
Greig: 'I've got to do a better job of controlling my emotions'
Ottawa Senators forward Ridly Greig gave an update on when he expects his hearing to take place with the NHL after his sucker punch on Hurricanes defenceman Sean Walker in Game 4, and shared what he learned from the incident.
I felt like myself again: Ullmark explains how playoffs motivated and inspired him
Linus Ullmark was open about his personal struggles this season but in speaking with the media on Monday, he noted that playing in the playoffs gave him a chance to feel like himself again. The Sens goaltender also thanked James Reimer for all that he did for him throughout the season.
Newhook says young Habs are adjusting to how quick momentum shifts in the playoffs
Every goal so far in the series between the Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning has been decided by one goal, and Habs forward Alex Newhook spoke about how quickly the momentum can change, and how the team is still getting used to that, while head coach Martin St. Louis talked about sticking to the process, and having his team play a little more simply.
Batherson laments frustrating season with injuries for Sens: 'We had a really good team'
Drake Batherson looked back on what turned out to be 'a crazy year' for the Senators where they managed to battle back to earn a spot in the playoffs. The forward compared the feelings from last year's exit to this one and spoke about the team being motivated to come back stronger next season.
Zub discusses frustrating and abrupt end to playoffs after suffering injury in Game 1
Artem Zub's playoffs came to an early end as he managed just over seven minutes of ice time in Game 1 against the Hurricanes before exiting with an injury. The defenceman spoke about how tough it was to battle all season just for his postseason to come to an abrupt end.
'I just want to keep growing my game': RFA Spence says he wants to stick with Sens
Jordan Spence put up a career-high with 31 points this season and he spoke about how his year unfolded and his fit within the team. The defenceman spoke about making the most of his opportunity and facing the challenge with confidence to help his team win.
Giroux to mull over future over next few weeks; proud of Sens' effort despite injuries
Claude Giroux is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer and he spoke about his playing future with the media on Monday. Giroux also looked back on the season for the Senators and shared his pride for the effort everyone put in.
Reimer looks back at season with Sens: 'Made some great memories with the squad'
Ottawa Senators goaltender James Reimer looks back at his time with the team this season and bringing a veteran presence to the locker room. Reimer comments on helping out where he could throughout the year, breaks down the incredible play of Linus Ullmark in their matchup against the Hurricanes and whether or not he's thought about his return to the team next season.
'We believe in the way we play': Stutzle says Sens took meaningful steps this season
Ottawa Senators star Tim Stutzle says the club's first round loss at the hands of the Carolina Hurricanes was closer than it appeared, and he spoke about the steps he believes the team has taken, and what comes next.
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