Penguins host Canadiens in home opener following strong start to season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 2:26 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins (1-0-0) play their home opener against the Montreal Canadiens (1-0-0) at PPG Paints Arena on Saturday night. The Penguins secured a commanding 7-0 victory against the Philadelphia Flyers in their season opener, with Nick Robertson scoring twice and Arturs Silovs earning a shutout. Montreal also began their season with a win, edging the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2, highlighted by goals from Josh Anderson and Alexandre Carrier. Both teams are set to showcase their roster adjustments and game strategies during this match.
- •Penguins won 7-0 against Flyers in season opener
- •Montreal defeated Maple Leafs 3-2 in first game
- •Puck drop is scheduled for just after 7 p.m.
- •Nick Robertson scored two goals and had a shorthanded goal
- •Arturs Silovs is expected to start in goal for Pittsburgh
- 2:26 PMYahoo Sports — Penguins Game 2, Home Opener: Lines, Notes, & How to Watch vs. Canadiens
"After a spectacular performance Wednesday, the Pittsburgh Penguins (1-0-0) make their home debut Saturday against the young but very good […]
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