Pittsburgh Penguins struggle defensively after strong season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 7:03 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins, after a dominant 7-0 win over the Philadelphia Flyers, have faltered defensively in the 2026-27 NHL season. Following a loss to the Washington Capitals, the Penguins have allowed 13 goals in their first four games, averaging 4.33 goals against in the last three. Despite scoring 11 goals in that span, defensive lapses, including three goals allowed in the final period against Winnipeg, raise concerns moving forward. The Penguins are set to face the Columbus Blue Jackets next, a chance to address their defensive issues.
- •Penguins allowed 13 goals in first four games.
- •Pittsburgh has scored 11 goals since their season opener.
- •Defensive collapses highlighted in loses to Capitals and Jets.
- •Team faces Columbus Blue Jackets next on October 9.
- 7:03 AMYahoo Sports — Pittsburgh Penguins’ Defensive Numbers Have Taken Sharp Turn Since Opener
"The Pittsburgh Penguins started the 2026-27 season with a 7-0 thrashing vs. the Philadelphia Flyers. Defensively, they haven’t done much since.Pittsburgh has now allowed 13 goals in its first four games, following Wednesday night’s loss to the Washington Capitals. Take out their season-opening shutout win, and Pittsburgh has allowed those 13 goals in its previous […] The post Pittsburgh Penguins’ Defensive Numbers Have Taken Sharp Turn Since Opener appeared first on HEAVY.
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