Ben Kindel Anchors Penguins Top Line Against Buffalo

Rookie Ben Kindel has stepped up as the Pittsburgh Penguins' first-line center in Sidney Crosby's absence. Kindel is averaging 3.8 shots on 6.3 attempts over his last four games, logging over 17 minutes of ice time in two of his last three appearances. With 13 shots recorded across his last three games, he remains a focal point for the Penguins' offense as they prepare to face a high-paced Buffalo Sabres squad tonight.