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Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins set home opener for 2026-27 season

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Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins set home opener for 2026-27 season
Summary

The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins will host their home opener for the 2026-27 AHL season against the Springfield Thunderbirds on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 6:05 p.m. ET. This marks the first matchup since the Penguins eliminated the Thunderbirds in the Atlantic Division Final earlier this year. The Penguins reached the Eastern Conference Final of the Calder Cup Playoffs last season, being eliminated by the Toronto Marlies. The team looks to strengthen its roster with new signings, including Hugh McGing, Ryan Mast, and Rafael Harvey-Pinard. The complete schedule for the upcoming season will be unveiled on Thursday.

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  • •Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins to play Springfield Thunderbirds on Oct. 3
  • •First meeting since Penguins eliminated Thunderbirds in playoffs
  • •Penguins reached Eastern Conference Final last season
  • •Roster enhancements include signings of McGing, Mast, and Harvey-Pinard
  • •Full schedule to be released on Thursday
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  • 2:46 AMYahoo Sports — Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Announce Home Opener For 2026-27 Season
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The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins have announced their home opener for next season.

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