Penguins know sweep of Blue Jackets won't be easy

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The defending Stanley Cup champs have a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Columbus Blue Jackets in the first round, and could make quite the statement with a win Tuesday night. 

Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan says his team has to continue to "buy in" to playing hard and playing the "right way" if they hope to finish the series after Game Four.

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Sidney Crosby and his teammates expect Columbus to come out with their best game yet.

"You typically play your best with your backs against the wall," Crosby said. "We know they're a good team."

Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella was in classic form Tuesday morning, saying he just wants his team to play their "garbage" music. "I don't want them leaving tonight not enjoying a playoff win," he said.

The Penguins have methodically shown their dominance in the series, outscoring Columbus 12-6.

The puck drops at 7:30 p.m.

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