Penguins showing signs of life? Thank Tristan Jarry, Phil Tomasino & Erik Karlsson?

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On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey reacts to the Penguins' three-game winning streak. Is coach Mike Sullivan's team showing real signs of life with a renewed commitment on the defensive end? Or will a Tuesday night matchup with the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers expose them? What is Tristan Jarry doing better in net? What difference has Phil Tomasino made offensively since being acquired in a recent trade? And why does Erik Karlsson appear to be making better decisions in support of stars Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang?

Jason tackles those questions, then pivots to college sports with his thoughts on Penn State facing the No. 1 Oregon Ducks in the Big Ten championship this week and Pitt volleyball beginning its national championship quest as the No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA tournament.