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Crosby finally scores (twice)

Size isn't everything in the NHL, but it sure doesn't hurt if accompanied by the requisite skill, speed and smarts, as the Penguins found out the (very) hard way in being physically flattened by the Capitals, 5-3, Wednesday night in D.C.

Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now: Blackhawks 5, Penguins 3

The Chicago Blackhawks bounced back after surrendering a two-goal lead, scoring twice in the final five minutes to secure a 5-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday night at the United Center. The Blackhawks wasted little time getting on the board, opening the scoring just 28 seconds into the first period. Tyler Bertuzzi forced a turnover in the corner before Anton Frondell set up Teuvo Teravainen for a one-timer as he cut across the slot, giving Chicago an early 1-0 lead. C...

Murashov allows Blackhawks a lousy winner

Everyone's got every reason to believe in Sergei Murashov's future with the Penguins, but this Tuesday night at the United Center brought a softer-than-soft game-winning goal by the Blackhawks' Teuvo Teräväinen and a painful reminder that all progress isn't linear.

Penguins’ Sidney Crosby dazzles with multi-goal Frozen Frenzy

Some NHL fans have been wondering if Father Time had finally caught up to “Sid the Kid” after a slow start to the 2026 season, but the legendary Pittsburgh Penguins center demonstrated his vintage greatness during the Frozen Frenzy. Despite a full Tuesday slate, Sidney Crosby managed to stand out in a road matchup against […] The post Penguins’ Sidney Crosby dazzles with multi-goal Frozen Frenzy appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Penguins/Blackhawks Recap: Crosby scores twice but power play rotten in 5-3 loss

Pregame Andrei Kuzmenko returns and Sergei Murashov gets the start for the Penguins. Chicago is happy to welcome their new captain, Conor Bedard, for his first game of the season tonight against the Penguins. First period Chicago scores right out the gates 28 seconds in. Declan Carlile gets pressured and passes the puck to the […]

Sidney Crosby avoids unwanted record with goal in Penguins-Blackhawks clash

The drought is finally over for Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby. The future Hockey Hall of Famer lit the lamp for the first time in the 2026-27 NHL season during Tuesday night’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center in Chicago. The 39-year-old Crosby tied the score at 1-1 with a wrist shot […] The post Sidney Crosby avoids unwanted record with goal in Penguins-Blackhawks clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Why isn’t Frank Nazar playing today, Oct. 13, for Blackhawks vs Penguins in 2026-27 NHL season?

The Chicago Blackhawks take on the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2026-27 NHL season, but they are without Frank Nazar in their lineup. Fans tuning in to the Chicago Blackhawks ‘ home game against the Pittsburgh Penguins can’t help but notice that Frank Nazar is nowhere to be found at the United Center. The young star’s absence is the result of a disciplinary decision by the NHL and its Department of Player Safety. On the bright side, however, Connor Bedard is playing against the Penguins , maki...

Is Connor Bedard playing today, Oct. 13, for Blackhawks vs Penguins in 2026-27 NHL season?

As the Chicago Blackhawks and Pittsburgh Penguins meet in Windy City in the 2026-27 NHL season, fans wonder if Connor Bedard will make his season debut. Having been sidelined for the start of the 2026-27 NHL season, Connor Bedard will make his long-awaited return for the Chicago Blackhawks against Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins . “As we sit here right now, I have [Bedard] in our lineup tonight ,” head coach Jeff Blashill hinted after morning skate. It’s finally official. The ...

Baby, We Can Make It If We’re Heart to Heart: Blackhawks vs. Penguins Preview

The Chicago Blackhawks return to the United Center on Tuesday night looking to snap a two-game losing streak when they host the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Penguins enter Tuesday’s game with a 3-2-1 record, having won their first two games of the season before dropping three straight. Pittsburgh finally got back into the win column on Saturday with a 2-1 shootout victory over the Dallas Stars. It’s only been six games, so the sample size is far too small to draw any major conclusions, but th...