The Pens improved their playoff chances with a 6-5 OT win over the Red Wings

Erik Karlsson scored 1:40 into overtime to give Pittsburgh Penguins a 6-5 win over Detroit. Penguins boost their playoff chances with win over Red Sox. Karlsson: Karlsson's goal in overtime helps Pittsburgh Penguins boost playoff chances. Penguins win 6-4 on Thursday night in front of playoff pushback.

Pens are tied with the Red Wings for the second wild card spot in the Eastern Conference. The Pens are now tied for the Wild Card spot now. The Red Wings are also tied for second wild-card spot with the Penguins in the East. The Penguins lost 4-2 to the Maple Leafs in overtime on Saturday night.