Penguins' Girard Sits Out Practice Before Back-to-Back

Sam Girard skips practice with the Penguins gearing up for a tough weekend back-to-back that could test their depth down the stretch. Sources in Pittsburgh whisper this isn't just a maintenance day, as the blueliner's status hangs over a team pushing hard for playoff positioning. Front offices around the league keep a close eye on these injury hiccups, knowing how they can shift momentum before the deadline rush.