Free extension for sports fans
Advertisement
Advertisement

Game Preview: Boston Bruins @ Pittsburgh Penguins 11/5/2026

Who: Boston Bruins (11-4-1, 23 points, 1st place Atlantic Division) @ Pittsburgh Penguins (5-8-2, 12 points, 7th place Metropolitan Division) When: 7:00 p.m. eastern How to Watch: Locally televised game on Sportsnet Pittsburgh and NESN, streaming for out of market…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 12:00 PM
Game Preview: Boston Bruins @ Pittsburgh Penguins 11/5/2026
Key Things to Know
  • The Pittsburgh Penguins host the first-place Boston Bruins at 7:00 p.m. Eastern on Thursday.
  • Boston enters with an 11-4-1 record, while Pittsburgh holds a 5-8-2 mark on the season.
  • Sidney Crosby needs one point to pass Marcel Dionne for sole possession of sixth in all-time NHL scoring.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Pittsburgh Penguins host the Atlantic Division-leading Boston Bruins on Thursday night at 7:00 p.m. Eastern before embarking on a three-game road trip through California. Boston enters the contest with an 11-4-1 record, having won nine of their last 12 games, while the Penguins sit at 5-8-2.

Pittsburgh expects forward Evgeni Malkin to return to the lineup, while Sidney Crosby enters the contest just one point away from taking sole possession of sixth place on the NHL's all-time scoring list. For Boston, Sean Kuraly and Frederic Brunet appear ready to return, with Jeremy Swayman projected in goal.

Advertisement

Never Miss a Sports Update

Get the latest sports news and top stories from MySportsTab delivered straight to your inbox.

No spam. Just the latest sports news and updates.