Penguins fall to Canadiens 5-4 in close contest in Montreal
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Last updated Nov 1, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins faced the Montreal Canadiens on October 31, 2026, suffering a 5-4 defeat at the Bell Centre. Despite a valiant last-minute attempt, the Penguins couldn't equalize after Montreal scored quickly on defensive errors. Coach Dan Muse successfully challenged a goaltender interference call, but the Penguins ultimately fell short, continuing their struggles in the defensive zone.
- •Penguins scored four goals but couldn't tie the game late.
- •Montreal scored twice on defensive mistakes from Pittsburgh.
- •Pittsburgh coach Dan Muse won a goaltender interference challenge.
- •The game took place at the Bell Centre in Montreal.
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"The Pittsburgh Penguins (5-7-2) continue to treat their defensive zone like a swamp full of radioactive material. But rather than gaining superpowers, their Halloween transformation was into an ugly monster interested in chaos.
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