PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Penguins are down but not out, which means the outdoor viewing party is coming back for Game 6 of the Stanley Cup final on Wednesday night.

Also, the team is calling for another "whiteout," as it did for Games 3 and 4 at Mellon Arena. All fans attending Game 6 will receive a free, white T-shirt to wear.

Throughout the playoffs, thousands of Pens fans have come to the arena with lawn chairs to watch free game broadcasts on the big screen at Gate 3.

On Saturday night, the outdoor crowd was so large that it spilled into the street, prompting Pittsburgh police to close Washington Place in front of the arena.

Alcohol is not allowed in the outdoor game-watching area, and the Pens are asking fans not to bring grills or tents because of safety concerns.

Also, fans are reminded that the HOV lanes on Interstate 279 north will be closed due to construction. Those driving from the north should plan accordingly.

The Detroit Red Wings jumped out to a 3-1 lead over Pittsburgh in the best-of-seven Cup series, but the Pens avoided elimination by winning a thrilling Game 5 in three overtimes on Monday night.
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Fans Are Talking Online, Too

Here's what you're saying about the Pittsburgh-Detroit series on ThePittsburghChannel.com's message board:

sandee says, "Got to give the "Young Guns" some credit for sticking it out and playing tuff! The Wings have to be worn out today, but the "Young Guns" will come back a lot sooner than the Wings. GO GET THEM "PENS" ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT!!!!! We will all be behind you!!!!

HOCKEYGMA says, "Pens fans are the greatest. They are behind their team if they are at home or away. Let's go PENS!"

tomd8995 says, "Where were all you diehard loyal fans four years ago before the arrival of syndi crosby? (and no, i didnt spell it wrong). on may 24th, the city of Detroit put 40,000 people into a sold out Comerica park, 21,000 people into a sold out Palace, and 20,000 into a sold out Joe Louis arena. TOP THAT Steel City."

Cherpens says, "Win or Lose, they are number one in my book. Nothing like PENS FANS, we are indeed the greatest and most loyal. We will support them every season. Love Ya Sid!"

UNCLELARRY says, "The Pittsburgh Zoo welcomes all octopi donations. They will be cleaned and processed into penguin food."

PanthersFB says, "Let's Go Pens! I'm outnumbered here in Michigan (about 45 miles north of Detroit) but my Pens flag is flying proudly."

deb56ster says, "As a Pens fan, you learn to never give up, never quit. And just remember what happened the last time a Pittsburgh sports team (Steelers) went to Detroit. If memory serves, I believe it went down as a WIN. Go Pens!"

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