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Rutger McGroarty scores late game-winner for Penguins in Game 4

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Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Rutger McGroarty scores late game-winner for Penguins in Game 4

Summary

Rutger McGroarty scored the game-winning goal with under a minute left in Game 4, tying the Eastern Conference Final series at two games each. The Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins faced the Toronto Marlies in a tightly contested match, which saw McGroarty capitalize on a quick opportunity to secure a 4-3 victory. Earlier in the playoffs, he also scored an overtime winner in Game 3 against the Hershey Bears. McGroarty has been a standout player, contributing significantly to the Penguins' playoff run with four goals and five assists overall.

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By the Numbers

•McGroarty's late goal secured a 4-3 win in Game 4.
•The series is now tied 2-2 against the Marlies.
•McGroarty scored an overtime winner in Game 3.
•He has four goals and five assists in the playoffs.
•McGroarty's play has made him a key prospect for the NHL.

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What they're saying

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“I think in the playoffs, you can see out there, there's not a lot of time and space, so if you can beat a guy to the net and get an opportunity like that, you have to take advantage of it,” Rutger McGroarty
— Yahoo Sports

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