A preview of the Senators.

When and where: 7:30 p.m., EDT. Consol Energy Center.

TV: NBC Sports Network, CBC, RDS.

Leading postseason scorer: Daniel Alfredsson (right), 6 points (2 goals, 4 assists)..

Last Game: 6-1 road win against the Canadiens, Friday. Cory Conacher had two goals for the Senators.

Last Game against the Penguins: 3-1 home loss, April 22. Dustin Jeffrey had a goal and an assist for the Penguins.

Probable goaltenders: Tomas Vokoun (2-0, 1.41 GAA, .957 SV%.) for the Penguins and Craig Anderson (4-1, 1.80 GAA, .950 SV%) for the Senators.

Injuries: For the Penguins, they are reporting no injuries. For the Senators, left winger Mike Hoffman (collarbone) and defenseman Patrick Weircioch ("lower body") are out. Center Dave Dziurzynski (concussion) and Jason Spezza (back) are on injured reserve.

Potential lines and defensive pairings: The Penguins primary lines and defensive pairings at today's morning skate were (PG+):

9 Pascal Dupuis - 87 Sidney Crosby - 12 Jarome Iginla
14 Chris Kunitz - 71 Evgeni Malkin - 18 James Neal
10 Brenden Morrow - 16 Brandon Sutter - 24 Matt Cooke
27 Craig Adams - 46 Joe Vitale - 48 Tyler Kennedy

44 Brooks Orpik - 7 Paul Martin
58 Kris Letang - 2 Matt Niskanen
5 Deryk Engelland - 2 Douglas Murray

-The Senators primary lines and defensive pairings at today's morning skate were:

89 Cory Conacher - 7 Kyle Turris - 11 Daniel Alfredsson
9 Milan Michalek - 93 Mika Zibanejad - 33 Jakob Silfverberg
14 Colin Greening - 44 Jean-Gabriel Pageau - 22 Erik Condra
28 Matt Kassian - 15 Zack Smith - 25 Chris Neil

3 Marc Méthot - 65 Erik Karlsson
4 Chris Phillips - 55 Sergei Gonchar
2 Jared Cowen - 62 Eric Gryba

Notes:

The last time the Penguins' played the Senators, this happened:

This too:

-Crosby is one point from tying Ron Francis for fourth most postseason points in franchise history with 100.

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(Photo: Al Bello/Getty Images)

AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. — The full roster was on hand today for the second day of the ACC spring meetings here at the Ritz Carlton. Football, men's and women's basketball coaches met this morning along with the athletic directors, and then most spent the afternoon playing golf (though some just enjoyed the Florida sunshine). Here's a link to my story from today's PG about the different feeling at this year's meetings, compared to last year's realignment panic-fest. And here are a few notes from the day...

- Pitt coach Paul Chryst said the main topic of discussion today was the new recruiting rules and calendar the NCAA is discussing. The biggest thing, according to Chryst, is staying proactive on what the latest NCAA regulations are, and that education is a big part of what these meetings are about. Problems can arise when coaches aren't completely up to speed with what the NCAA is planning as far as new regulations. We saw that earlier this offseason when the NCAA passed a bevy of recruiting rules that would significantly loosen contact restrictions, only to decide to table them after protest from the coaches.
"The tricky thing on all this is there's some parts of all the legislation that you can see how it got to that, but when it's the final written piece, now what does that really mean?" Chryst said. "I think that was a good example where we were kind of behind it more than ahead of it."

- Chryst also spoke broadly about his discipline philosophy, which we saw enacted last month when he kicked two players, defensive back Eric Williams and tight end Drew Carswell off the team after their involvement in a police drug raid.
The biggest challenge, according to Chryst, is making sure that everyone is on the same page as far as what the standards for the team are. He didn't say whether they were higher than the previous regime (since he wasn't here) but was adamant that he and his staff believe that their standards are necessary for the program to move forward.
"I think on big things, we all want the same thing," Chryst said. "Everyone wants to win. Everyone wants to get your degree. How you go about it, what you believe it, there's a difference. I think it takes time for them to realize [that].
"Time will tell whether our method or philosophy is the way. We haven't done it yet. But we do believe in it. We're telling guys we're recruiting now, we recruited last year, this is what we believe in. The current players didn't have that opportunity."

- The star of the show Tuesday was Florida State coach Jimbo Fisher, who held court with reporters for over an hour today. He talked about everything from the league's future to his Seminoles team that will open up the season at Heinz Field next year. Here are a few snippets...
On why younger players like Johnny Manziel are having more success: "The kids feel the pressure. If you're used to being in that atmosphere and environment all the time, your team is going to react more consistently when the big games come.
"Those kids now are playing in high school games in front of 20,000 people, 30,000 people, they're going to the ESPN combine, they're getting video[taped], they're getting talked to, they're having to handle media, the recruiting. I think what's making them have more success is they're making them grow up quicker to deal with all the outside distractions that can come with it that I think used to hinder kids as far as having success early."
On how to keep kids out of trouble: "Do a lot of praying.
"I think constant education, I think constant development of programs around your kids to understand how to act and what environment they're in. ... And then, trying to build the team dynamics to where the good guys are rewarded. You know what I mean? And they're the examples you should follow."
On coming to open at Pitt next season: I grew up in West Virginia. I grew up 100 miles from there. Going to Pittsburgh will be great, I know they'll have a great environment.
"I think [my players] will be [excited]. They're looking forward to any time they're on national TV. It's a different venue, new opponent, I think all those things enter into it."

- Some non-ACC news, but running back Desmond Brown was awarded a scholarship by Pitt this morning. Brown, the younger brother of Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown, took great advantage of his opportunities this spring in the wake of Rushel Shell's departure. In Pitt's second scrimmage, the first since Shell left, he ran for 141 yards and two touchdowns on 30 carries. In Pitt's spring game, Brown had 18 carries for 90 yards and a touchdown. He's still firmly behind Isaac Bennett and Malcolm Crockett on the depth chart, and incoming freshman James Conner will certainly be in the mix come August, but Brown isn't a terrible emergency option for Pitt to have in the event of an injury or some other unforeseen circumstance, so it makes sense to put him on scholarship.

(1) Penguins vs. (8) Islanders

Penguins Leading Postseason Scorer: Evgeni Malkin (right), 11 points (2 goals, 9 assists).

Senators Leading Postseason Scorer: Daniel Alfredsson (below), 6 points (2 goals, 4 assists).

Penguins Expected Starting Goaltender: Tomas Vokoun, 2-0, 1.41 GAA, .957 SV%.

Senators Expected Starting Goaltender: Craig Anderson, 4-1, 1.80 GAA, .950 SV%.

Penguins Regular Season Statistics

Senators Postseason Statistics

Penguins Injuries: The Penguins are reporting no injuries.

Senators Injuries: Left winger Mike Hoffman (collarbone) and defenseman Patrick Weircioch ("lower body") are out. Center Dave Dziurzynski (concussion) and Jason Spezza (back) are on injured reserve.

Penguins with Stanley Cup bling: Craig Adams, RW; Matt Cooke, LW; Sidney Crosby, C; Pascal Dupuis, RW; Marc-Andre Fleury, G; Mark Eaton, D; Dustin Jeffrey, C; Tyler Kennedy, C; Chris Kunitz, LW; Kris Letang, D; Evgeni Malkin, C; Brooks Orpik, D.

Senators with Stanley Cup bling: Sergei Gonchar, D.

Something worthwhile about the Penguins: At 33.3 pecent, the Penguins have the best power-play percentage in the postseason.

Something worthwhile about the Senators: At 36.0, the Senators have allowed the most shots per game on average of any team still alive in the postseason.

Something useless about the Penguins that is vaguely connected to the Senators: Former Senators left winger Phil Bourqe holds the Penguins record for most penalty minutes in a single postseason. He recorded 66 in 1989.

Something useless about the Senators that is vaguely connected to the Penguins: Former Penguins right winger Marian Hossa holds the Senators postseason record for shots in a series. He had 32 in a 2004 Eastern Conference quarterfinal series which lasted seven games.

Former Senators on the Penguins: Randy Sexton, assistant director of amateur scouting; Ray Shero, general manager.

Former Penguins on the Senators: Sergei Gonchar, D.

Who needs to be the difference for the Penguins: Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Jarome Iginla, James Neal, etc. The Penguins' stars need to solve Anderson. Anderson has been lights out thus far in the postseason but he didn't get a very strong test against the Canadiens. The Penguins need to overwhelm with with their skilled set of forwards.

Who needs to be the difference for the Senators: Chris Phillips, Jared Cowen, Marc Methot, etc. The Penguins beat the Islanders in the first round largely due to their success on the power play. The Senators' penalty killers need to limit the damage the Penguins can do with the man advantage.

Best Penguins YouTube Video We Could Find: Former Penguins center Ron Francis' overtime goal against the Rangers in Game 4 of a 1992 Patrick Division final:

Best Senators YouTube Video We Could Find: The Senators' infamous Spartan pregame ceremony from Game 3 of a 2008 Eastern Conference quarterfinal series against the Penguins:

EN Prediction: The Senators are a deeper team than the Islanders and have a more physical blue line but they still can't match the impressive depth of the Penguins. The Penguins will outlast them in a fast but physical series. Penguins 4-3.

(Photos: Malkin-Jamie Sabau/Getty Images; Alfredsson-Photobucket)

(5) Kings vs. (6) Sharks

Kings Leading Postseason Scorer: Mike Richards, 5 points (0 goals, 5 assists).

Sharks Leading Postseason Scorer: Joe Pavelski, 8 points (4 goals, 4 assists).

Kings Expected Starting Goaltender: Jonathan Quick, (4-2, 1.58 GAA, .944 SV%).

Sharks Expected Starting Goaltender: Antti Niemi (4-0, 1.86 GAA, .937 SV%).

Kings Posteason Statistics

Sharks Postseason Statistics

Kings Injuries: Defenseman Robyn Regehr (nose) is probable. Left winger Kyle Clifford (undiscloed) is questionable. Defenseman Matt Greene (back) is doubtful. Defenseman Willie Mitchell (knee) is on injured reserve.

Sharks Injuries: Defenseman Jason Demers (left ankle) and center Tommy Wingels ("upper body") are probable. Right wingers Adam Burish and Martin Havlat ("lower body) are out.

Kings with Stanley Cup bling: Jonathan Bernier, G; Dustin Brown, RW; Jeff Carter, C; Kyle Clifford, LWDrew Doughty, D; Colin Fraser, C; Matt Greene, D; Dwight King, LW; Anze Kopitar, C; Trevor Lewis, C; Alec Martinez, D; Willie Mitchell, D; Jake Muzzin, D; Jordan Nolan, C; Dustin Penner, LW; Jonathan Quick, G; Mike Richards, C; Brad Richardson, RW; Rob Scuderi, D; Jarret Stoll, C; Tyler Toffoli, C; Slava Voynov, D; Justin Williams, RW.

Sharks with Stanley Cup bling: Adam Burish, RW; Dan Boyle, D; Scott Gomez, C; Antti Niemi, G; Brad Stuart, D.

Something worthwhile about the Kings: The Kings have the lowest goals scored per game of any team still alive in the postseason at 2.0.

Something worthwhile about the Sharks: At 29.2 percent, the Sharks have the best postseason power-play rate of any team still alive in the Western Conference.

Something useless about the Kings that is vaguely connected to the Penguins: Former Penguins left winger Chris Kontos holds the Kings' record for most power-play goals in a postseason. He scored six in 1989.

Something useless about the Sharks that is vaguely connected to the Penguins: Current Penguins right winger Jarome Iginla holds the record for most penalty minutes in a period in a posteason game against the Sharks. While a member of the Flames, Iginla recorded 22 penalty minutes in a 3-0 Sharks win in the third period of Game 3 of the 2004 Western Conference final.

Former Penguins on the Kings: Luc Robitalle, vice president - business operations; Rob Scuderi, D.

Former Penguins on the Sharks: Jim Johnson, assistant coach.

Who needs to be the difference for the Kings: Rob Scuderi, Robyn Regehr, Drew Doughty, etc. The Kings' blue line needs to find a way to cool off a potent offensive attack from the Sharks. San Jose has a deep collection of skilled forwards. The Kings can't expect star goaltender Jonathan Quick to bail them out all the time.

Who needs to be the difference for the Sharks: Antti Niemi. Once again, Niemi will be the story for the Sharks. San Jose swept the Canucks in part due to Vancouver's inconsistent goaltending. That won't be the story this time with Quick, a former Conn Smythe Trophy winner. Niemi can't allow any soft goals because Quick won't allow too many.

Best Kings YouTube Video We Could Find: Former Kings defenseman Jaroslav Modry's overtime goal in Game 1 of a 4-3 win against the Avalanche of a 2001 Western Conference semfinal series:

Best Sharks YouTube Video We Could Find: Former Sharks goaltender Evgeni Nabokov robbing former Stars center Brad Richards of a goal in overtime of Game 6 in a 2008 Western Conference final

EN Prediction: The Kings enter this series a bit worn out from a physical series against the Blues. The Sharks had a fairy easy time against the Canucks and are relatively healthy. Health and superior depth up front will push the Sharks to the Western Conference final. Sharks 4-2.

(Photos: Richards-Bruce Bennett/Getty Images; Boyle-Marianne Helm/Getty Images)