Nedeljkovic has come on in relief in back-to-back games, and through six appearances in March he's gone 1-3-0 with a 3.05 GAA and .900 save percentage as the Penguins fade out of the playoff picture.

Nedeljkovic will get the starting nod at home against the Blue Jackets on Friday, Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site reports. Nedeljkovic will be in the pipes for the first time ...

Alex Nedeljkovic has caught some rust since returning from the two-week break. In three starts, the American netminder is 0-2-0 with a .788 save percentage and a 6.90 goals against average.

Sidney Crosby scored his 25th goal and added an assist and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 6-3.

PITTSBURGH — Alex Nedeljkovic called out his team about as publicly as a goaltender can. Evgeni Malkin enjoyed the signature game of his season, putting the finishing touches on a comeback victory.