Pens’ Letang is staying fresh in brutal stretch

“Typically, at the beginning of the year, you’re still getting work in, (but) we’ve got 13 games with very little practice time,” Bylsma said. “Rest and practice time is more like you’d see at the end of the year right now.”

Letang, considered by some a Norris Trophy favorite this season, has clearly established himself as the Penguins’ No. 1 defenseman. Working on the left side because of Brooks Orpik’s abdominal injury, his six points lead the club, as does his average ice time of 26:48.

That average is nearly two minutes too much.

“I think around 25 is a good number,” Letang said. “It allows you to stay fresh all game.”

To stay fresh between games, Letang has maintained a “healthy diet.” He has eliminated unnecessary sugars and is eating more fish than at any point in his life.
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