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Penguins close preseason with 3-1 win, but Bryan Rust injury raises roster concerns
sports13 days ago

Penguins close preseason with 3-1 win, but Bryan Rust injury raises roster concerns

The Pittsburgh Penguins concluded their preseason with a 3-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center on September 26, 2026. While the team finished with a 2-2-0 record, the game was overshadowed by winger Bryan Rust exiting in the second period with an unspecified injury. Goalie Arturs Silovs rebounded from a poor debut to make 23 saves, and Sidney Crosby scored his first goal of the exhibition season. The Penguins also finalized several roster cuts, sending players to the AHL and placing others on injured reserve, as they prepare for the regular season opener in Philadelphia.

Penguins' Silovs faces scrutiny after 7-goal preseason collapse
sports16 days ago

Penguins' Silovs faces scrutiny after 7-goal preseason collapse

The Pittsburgh Penguins lost 7-4 to the Detroit Red Wings in a preseason exhibition at PPG Paints Arena on September 22, 2026. The defeat was defined by goaltender Arturs Silovs allowing seven goals on 23 shots, reigniting debate over his roster status against Sergei Murashov and Joel Blomqvist. While Detroit's young prospects, including Michael Brandsegg-Nygard and Anton Johansson, excelled, Pittsburgh found positives in Nick Robertson's speed and the defensive chemistry of Sam Girard and Kaedan Korczak. Coach Dan Muse maintained that all players are competing for spots, citing Silovs' strong previous season despite the poor performance.

Penguins Fall 7-4 to Red Wings as Silovs Struggles in Preseason
sports16 days ago

Penguins Fall 7-4 to Red Wings as Silovs Struggles in Preseason

The Pittsburgh Penguins lost 7-4 to the Detroit Red Wings in their second preseason game at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday. Goalie Arturs Silovs allowed seven goals on 23 shots, raising questions about his status in the net competition. Despite the loss, young players like the Ruck twins and defenseman Ilya Solovyov showed promise, while veteran Sidney Crosby was protected by teammates during a physical game.