Golden Knights dominate Penguins 6-2 in Las Vegas matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 12:21 PM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
The Vegas Golden Knights secured a 6-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on October 17, 2026, in Las Vegas. After starting the season strong, the Penguins (3-5-1) have faltered, now experiencing a 1-5-1 stretch. The Golden Knights (8-2-0) controlled the game, responding quickly after a Penguins’ power-play goal in the second period. Sidney Crosby’s goal ended a lengthy scoreless streak but was not enough to shift the momentum in favor of Pittsburgh.
- •Vegas Golden Knights defeat Pittsburgh Penguins 6-2
- •Pittsburgh slides to 1-5-1 after strong start
- •Sidney Crosby scores on power play for Penguins
- •Golden Knights scored soon after Penguins' goal
- •Game took place in Las Vegas on October 17, 2026
- 12:21 PMYahoo Sports — Penguins go bust in Vegas, Golden Knights dominate 6-2
"The Penguins’ Vegas misadventure began with the first shot of the game and never improved.
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