Penguins, in desperation mode, face playoff-bound Predators

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It could be a matter of desperation vs. preparation Monday when the Pittsburgh Penguins host the Nashville Predators.

The Penguins (37-31-12, 86 points) are trying to claw their way into the playoffs, while the Predators (47-29-5, 99 points) have clinched a postseason berth.

Pittsburgh wenton a 10-game point streak (7-0-3) to climb from several points out into the second