Jake Allen Shines with 33 Saves, Leads Devils to Shootout Victory Over Penguins

Jake Allen was the standout performer for the New Jersey Devils, stopping 33 of 34 shots faced in regulation and overtime during their 2-1 shootout win against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Allen was instrumental in securing first place in the Metropolitan Division, turning aside Bryan Rust and Sidney Crosby in the shootout. He allowed only one goal, a pinball deflection shot by former New Jersey defenseman Ryan Graves that deflected in off Ondrej Palat, showcasing his dominance on the ice for New Jersey, who entered the game tied with Pittsburgh.