Five Bold Predictions for the 2026-27 Pittsburgh Penguins season

Scott Crowell outlines five bold predictions for the Pittsburgh Penguins ahead of the 2026-27 NHL regular season. Crowell predicts that an inexperienced goaltending tandem of Arturs Silovs and Sergei Murashov will cost the Penguins a playoff spot following Stuart Skinner's departure. He also expects forward Nick Robertson to achieve a breakout campaign by scoring at least 25 goals playing on a line alongside Sidney Crosby.

Crowell additionally projects that general manager Kyle Dubas could trade Bryan Rust or Rickard Rakell before the deadline, while prospect Bill Zonnon will earn a permanent NHL promotion. Finally, the writer predicts Crosby will score over 35 goals, raising speculation over whether Dubas might consider trading the veteran captain before his contract expires.