Mark Madden: Playing better is only fix for the Penguins' losing streak

Pittsburgh Penguins are on a seven-game losing streak. They are unlikely to change their style or coach. Brian Dumoulin, Kasperi Kapanen and Ty Smith are untradeable. The team's penalty-kill is bad and their power play is adequate.  The team will activate defensemen and try to extend their players. It's too early to consider firing coach Mike Sullivan. He's signed through 2027. Mark Madden thinks playing better is the only fix for the Penguins' losing.

The core three of Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin are responsible for the Penguins' success. Some blame the bottom six for their lack of depth. Josh Archibald has scored twice in two games.

Mark Madden suggests moving Crosby from the left half-wall to the right half of the power play. Samuel Poulin should be considered for a spot in the top six. The Penguins took Poullin in first round of 2019 draft because he racked up points in junior hockey.