Game Preview: Montreal Canadiens @ Pittsburgh Penguins 10/3/2026

TRENDINGDivision series previewValkyries take down Wings49ers owner suspended, finedWNBA playoffsCBS, Tony Romo part waysStory byStory byGame Preview: Montreal Canadiens @ Pittsburgh Penguins 10/3/2026PITTSBURGH, PA - DECEMBER 21: Jakub Dobes #75 of the Montréal Canadiens makes a save against Sidney Crosby #87 of the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG PAINTS Arena on December 21h, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/NHLI via Getty Images) | NHLI via Getty ImagesJulia StumbaughSat, October 3, 2026 at 12:30 PM UTCAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesGame 2: Canadiens vs. Penguins: Moving On UpThe Montreal Canadiens will face the Pittsburgh Penguins in the second game of the season on Saturday night. Here's what you need to know ahead of the game.The Hockey News - Montreal CanadiensPenguins Notebook: Kuzmenko Returns, Kindel Still Questionable For Saturday's Home OpenerThe Pittsburgh Penguins got some welcome news during Friday's practice.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsGamethread: Canadiens @ PenguinsIt’s the home opener! Talk about the game with Pens fans here!SB NationAdvertisementAdvertisementCanadiens: Kapanen Back At PracticeThe Montreal Canadiens were back on the ice on Thursday, and so was Oliver Kapanen.The Hockey News - Montreal CanadiensThe Penguins new-look defense will get its first big test this weekendThe Pittsburgh Penguins defense was outstanding on Wednesday. It will have an even bigger test on Saturday night.SB NationHow to Watch Penguins vs. Canadiens Tonight: Channel, Live Stream & Start Time for NHL GameHere is everything you need to know about Penguins vs. Canadiens, including TV and streaming options for the game.Sportsnet PittsburghHabs Daily: Depth Impact, Early Criticism And Praise, KapanenHere are the Montreal Canadiens and NHL news items you may have missed on Thursday. Montreal Canadiens News Oliver Kapanen […]SportsnautPens Points: Lizotte suffers injury as Kindel nears returnHere are your Pens Points for this Friday morning… Penguins center Blake Lizotte missed practice Thursday while being evaluated for a lower-body injury, just one day after returning from injured reserve in Pittsburgh’s 7-0 season-opening win over the Philadelphia Flyers. Center Ben Kindel, meanwhile, returned to practice in a full-contact jersey and participated in line […]SB NationPenguins’ Low-Risk Move for Former Maple Leafs Winger Already Paying OffThe Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2026-27 season is now underway. The Penguins ripped a 7-0 victory out of the hands of the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday with the help of one of their offseason acquisitions. The low-risk move is already starting to pay off. Penguins’ Offseason Acquisition Shines in Debut Nick Robertson skated in a Pittsburgh game […] The post Penguins’ Low-Risk Move for Former Maple Leafs Winger Already Paying Off appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYPenguins Practice: Odd Spot for KindelCRANBERRY TWP., Pa. — Ben Kindel and Andrei Kuzmenko were part of the high-intensity Pittsburgh Penguins practice Friday, and both […]Pittsburgh Hockey NowPractice update: Lizotte misses with injury, Kindel returnsThe Penguins got some mixed news on the injury front on Friday. The team practiced at noon after the big 7-0 road win in Philadelphia last night, minus one of their players. Forward Blake Lizotte, who just came off injured reserve to play last night, is dealing with a lower body injury now, after previously […]SB NationMuch Too Early Criticism And Praise For Canadiens PlayersNow that the Montreal Canadiens have played just 60 of the scheduled 5,040+ minutes this season, it’s the perfect time […]SportsnautPenguins Assign Forward To Wilkes-Barre/ScrantonThe Pittsburgh Penguins have assigned Rutger McGroarty to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsNHL Trade Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Trade Opportunity Taking ShapeThe Montreal Canadiens clinched a 3-2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs in their season opener on Tuesday. Their next clash isn’t scheduled until Saturday, Oct. 3, leaving room for trade rumors to stir. The Canadiens made several moves later in the offseason, with Chris Kreider’s acquisition headlining their transactions. But Montreal could have more […] The post NHL Trade Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Trade Opportunity Taking Shape appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY(UPDATED) Penguins Practice: Lizotte Injured, Kindel Full GoCRANBERRY, TWP., Pa. — Center Blake Lizotte’s return to the Pittsburgh Penguins lineup lasted exactly one game. Lizotte was activated […]Pittsburgh Hockey NowPenguins' Sidney Crosby Highlights Key for 7-0 Win Over Rival FlyersThe Penguins overwhelmed their biggest rival on opening night, with Sidney Crosby highlighting the key for the 7-0 win.Athlon SportsFormer Canadiens Forward Comes Up Clutch For Blue JacketsThis former Canadiens forward scored a key goal for the Blue Jackets.The Hockey News - Montreal CanadiensPenguins Re-Assign McGroarty; More News PossiblePerhaps it will be a harbinger of good news for the Pittsburgh Penguins but Thursday, the team re-assigned young forward […]Pittsburgh Hockey NowInside the Penguins Room: Unserious Chirps and Serious Decisions (+)The NHL season is just a few days old, and already the league schedule has big gaps. Coaches are going […]Pittsburgh Hockey Now