Saros starts 2nd period of Game 5 after Rinne allows 3 goals

The Nashville Predators turned to Juuse Saros to start the second period after Pekka Rinne allowed three goals on nine shots against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 5.

It was a stark contrast for Rinne, who allowed just two goals over the past two games on home ice, turning aside 50 shots in the process.

The change by coach Peter Laviolette did little to calm the Penguins' offensive attack Thursday, as Conor Sheary put Pittsburgh ahead 4-0 on the team's first shot of the second period.

Saros also came into Game 2 in relief of Rinne after the starter allowed four goals on 25 shots. Saros played the final 16:32, stopping both shots that were directed toward the Predators' net.