So while some of the Pittsburgh Penguins went through an optional morning skate before Game 4 of the Eastern Conference final on Friday, a few others were busy redecorating Phil Kessel’s locker stall. “But, everyone’s been really nice and respectful.the thing that’s impressed me the most is just the respectful manner and the really genuine good fun everybody’s had with this, and that’s made it a ton more enjoyable for me.the Pens fans have been fantastic”. His newfound fandom was sparked by the Penguins’ productive third line of Carl Hagelin, Nick Bonino and Phil Kessel being known as the “HBK” line, based off the first initials of their last names. Contact him at [email protected] or find him on Twitter.
Advertisement
The Penguins won Games 2 and 3 to take a two-games-to-one lead in the best-of-seven series, and Kessel was one of the stars of Wednesday’s Game 3. When Brett Keisel himself said that he would save a seat for Shawn Michaels, the WWE legend said it was an offer he can’t refuse. The team is co-owned by arguably one of the greatest hockey players of all-time Mario Lemieux and was built by general manager Jim Rutherford.
In the 29 games (including playoffs) since the Penguins’ HBK Line was formed, the three players have combined for 82 points.
Advertisement
“These guys, they don’t miss much”. However, an appearance at a Pittsburgh Penguins game could allow HBK Shawn Michaels to support the Penguins HBK Line, something fans of both should enjoy.
