Rob Scuderi is hearing it in Pittsburgh. The Penguins’ veteran defenseman has drawn the ire of criticism from fans and media for his performance in these Stanley Cup playoffs.
Now, it’s fair to say the entire Penguins team should be put in the spotlight for their effort in a Game 5 loss to the New York Rangers on Friday. As a result, the series was extended to a sixth game. The Penguins failed this time in an opportunity to advance to the Eastern Conference final.
Scuderi, 35, brings a wealth of post-season experience, having won two Stanley Cups - once with Pittsburgh and once with L.A.
Dan Bylsma, today, on Rob Scuderi: ‘Rob has probably played some of his best hockey for us in these playoffs and this year.‘ Good Lord.
— Dejan Kovacevic (@Dejan_Kovacevic) May 10, 2014
Scuds respected vet, vocal leader. I appreciate coach protecting him. Really do. But don’t outright insult people’s intelligence like that.
— Dejan Kovacevic (@Dejan_Kovacevic) May 10, 2014
“I don’t really worry about that stuff,” Scuderi told NHL.com. “Certainly, you want to be playing well. You want to be on top of your game, but I don’t worry about outside influences that much. I just try to do what I know has worked for me in the past and what I think will continue to bring me success in the future.”