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The Buffalo Sabres and Pittsburgh Penguins executed a three-for-one defenseman trade on Monday. Buffalo acquired Caleb Jones and Daniel Laatsch in exchange for Ryan Johnson. The move addresses immediate depth needs for Buffalo while allowing Pittsburgh to reduce its minor-league roster count.
The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Dallas Stars 2-1 in a shootout on October 10, 2026, at PPG Paints Arena, ending a recent slump. Connor Dewar scored the only regulation goal, while Arturs Silovs made 21 saves. The win improved Pittsburgh's record to 3-2-1 and marked their first lead in over three games.
Mathew Dumba has officially retired from professional hockey after 13 seasons in the NHL. The 32-year-old defenseman, who spent the bulk of his career with the Minnesota Wild, concluded his final season with the Pittsburgh Penguins and their AHL affiliate. Dumba finished his career with 261 points in 748 regular-season games and 15 points in 54 playoff appearances. He cited a desire to focus on his family as the primary reason for his departure, marking the end of a career that included a King Clancy Memorial Trophy win in 2020.
The Pittsburgh Penguins lost their third consecutive game on Friday, falling 3-2 in a shootout to the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. Rookie goaltender Sergei Murashov made 43 saves in regulation but was beaten by Kent Johnson in the shootout. Cam Talbot stopped all three Pittsburgh attempts to secure the win, becoming the first NHL goalie to win a game with nine different teams. The Penguins, who had won their first two games, are now 2-3-0. The Blue Jackets, who had a five-day break, improved to 2-1-0. The Penguins will host the Dallas Stars on Saturday, while Columbus travels to St. Louis.
Alex Ovechkin's children introduced him before his final home opener, where the Washington Capitals defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-3. Ovechkin announced this is his final NHL season, aiming to win a Stanley Cup before retiring.
The Pittsburgh Penguins suffered a 5-3 loss to the Washington Capitals, marked by chaotic defensive play and multiple turnovers. GM Kyle Dubas traded Filip Hallander for Spencer Stastney to address roster issues, while coach Dan Muse cited inconsistent structure as the primary cause of the defeat.
The Pittsburgh Penguins lost 3-2 to the Winnipeg Jets on Monday night at PPG Paints Arena, surrendering three goals in the third period. The defeat dropped Pittsburgh to 2-1, while Winnipeg improved to 2-1-1. Both teams used backup goaltenders, with Sergei Murashov making his season debut for Pittsburgh and Clay Stevenson for Winnipeg.
The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Montreal Canadiens 6-5 in overtime on October 3, 2026, at PPG Paints Arena. Despite building a 5-1 lead, Pittsburgh allowed Montreal to score three unanswered goals in the third period, forcing overtime. Tommy Novak scored the winning goal 1:33 into the extra period, assisted by Evgeni Malkin. The game featured 13 total goals, with 15 of 20 Penguins skaters recording at least one point. Arturs Silovs made 20 saves for Pittsburgh, while Jakub Dobes made 24 for Montreal. The victory marks the Penguins' second win in their first two regular-season games.
The Pittsburgh Penguins won 6-5 in overtime against the Montreal Canadiens, recovering from a four-goal deficit. A controversial offside call against Erik Karlsson denied Pittsburgh a potential 6-3 lead, but Tommy Novak scored the winner. Coach Dan Muse acknowledged defensive issues, while Montreal’s Nick Suzuki noted self-inflicted mistakes.
The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Montreal Canadiens 6-5 in overtime on Saturday, recovering from a four-goal deficit. Tommy Novak scored the winning goal 1:33 into overtime, assisted by Evgeni Malkin. The game featured 13 total goals, with the Penguins leading 5-1 before Montreal rallied. Sidney Crosby recorded his 1,109th career assist, tying Joe Thornton for seventh in NHL history. Arturs Silovs made 20 saves for Pittsburgh, while Jakub Dobes made 24 for Montreal. The victory marks the Penguins' second win in their first two regular-season games.
The Pittsburgh Penguins face the Montreal Canadiens in their 2026-27 home opener at PPG Paints Arena on October 3, 2026. The game marks the first home start of the season for both teams, with Pittsburgh returning from a 1-0-0 record after defeating the Flyers. Key developments include the debuts of forwards David Gustafsson and Andrei Kuzmenko, the latter returning after a personal bereavement. The Penguins are celebrating their 60th anniversary season with special pregame ceremonies and commemorative merchandise. Montreal, also 1-0-0, enters the game after defeating Toronto, featuring a core lineup that reached the Eastern Conference Finals last season. Notable statistical milestones include Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang securing their 494th career win together, surpassing the previous record held by a San Jose trio.
Lyle Odelein, a former NHL defenseman who won the 1993 Stanley Cup with the Montreal Canadiens and served as the first captain of the Columbus Blue Jackets, has died at age 58. According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, he died of a heart attack on Friday. Odelein spent his final NHL season with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2005-06 and had lived in Fox Chapel, Pennsylvania, with his wife, Laurel, since retiring. He is survived by his wife and is remembered for his hard-hitting style and a rare 2018 medical recovery involving a triple organ transplant.
The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 7-0 in their 2026-27 season opener, showcasing a revamped defensive structure and strong special teams. General Manager Kyle Dubas’s offseason moves, including the acquisition of Nick Robertson and the integration of new defensemen, appeared effective. Conversely, the Flyers suffered their worst home-opener loss in franchise history, prompting harsh criticism from their coaching staff and local media.
The Philadelphia Flyers suffered a 7-0 defeat to the Pittsburgh Penguins in their 2026-27 season opener, a result described by coach Rick Tocchet as the worst defensive performance of his tenure. The Penguins capitalized on a revamped roster, with new acquisitions and depth players contributing significantly to the shutout victory.
The Philadelphia Flyers suffered a historic 7-0 defeat to the Pittsburgh Penguins in their 2026-27 season opener at Xfinity Mobile Arena. The loss, the worst in Flyers history, featured a 38-19 shot differential and 18-4 high-danger chance disparity. Coach Rick Tocchet criticized the team's defensive zone play and lack of competitive battles, while GM Danny Briere acknowledged the difficulty of the early season. The Flyers face the New Jersey Devils next, with fans booing the team after the second period.