Penguins Beat Kings 5-2 Behind Novak Pair
Pittsburgh built an early lead and held on for a 5-2 road win over Los Angeles at Crypto.com Arena on November 7, 2026.
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For readers in Pittsburgh, this page covers the professional and college game, roster moves, coaching changes and tournament results. Reporting follows the sport from the primary rink to local arenas and campuses.
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November 6, 2026
Bruins Rout Penguins 6-2 at PPG Paints ArenaPittsburgh drops its fourth straight game as Boston scores three goals in succession after Justin Brazeau's opener.
November 6, 2026
Penguins Listen to Offers for Rust, RakellPittsburgh is reportedly willing to move veteran forwards Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell in exchange for draft picks and prospects.
November 5, 2026
Crosby Plays Without New Contract for PenguinsThe Pittsburgh captain is in his 22nd NHL season with no extension in place for the coming years.
November 4, 2026
Bettman Praises Hoffmann Ownership of PenguinsNHL Commissioner Gary Bettman credited the Hoffmann family's four-month stewardship of the Penguins while noting the team ranks 22nd in attendance.
November 4, 2026
Golden Knights Edge Penguins 3-2 in PittsburghTomas Hertl's power-play goal in the third period lifted Vegas past Pittsburgh, extending the Penguins' losing streak to three games.
November 2, 2026
Malkin, Korczak Miss Practice; Brazeau RecalledPittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin and defenseman Kaedan Korczak were absent from Monday's practice due to undisclosed injuries, both labeled day-to-day.
October 31, 2026
Penguins to Start Murashov Against CanadiensGoaltender Sergei Murashov takes the crease against a surging Montreal team on October 31, 2026.
October 30, 2026
Malkin to Provide Trade List to Penguins in FebruaryThe veteran center can approve a trade to three designated teams starting February 1 per his no-movement clause.
October 30, 2026
Penguins Stumble Early in 2026-27 NHL SeasonPittsburgh holds a 5-6-2 record after a difficult opening month of league play.
October 29, 2026
Penguins Activate Brazeau and Reassign PlayersThe Pittsburgh Penguins moved Justin Brazeau to their AHL affiliate as part of a series of roster adjustments.
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Regular subjects here include professional game outcomes, collegiate standings, trade activity and season milestones. Coverage runs across the city and the communities around it where ice time and team culture influence the local sports landscape. Rivalries frequently dictate the intensity of the coverage and the specific focus of the reporting throughout the winter months. Roster management and player development pathways are the two most consistent elements across the various levels of play.