NHL Tonight: Previews, stats, betting info for Penguins-Avs, Bruins-Ducks

Just a pair of showdowns for hockey fans to watch on Friday -- but they're both superb. Here's what you need to know.

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Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 12:17 PM

Key Things to Know

Friday's NHL slate features two matchups: Penguins against Avalanche, and Bruins facing the Ducks.
Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon headline the interconference meeting between Pittsburgh and Colorado.
Boston visits Anaheim after opening their California swing with a 6-3 win over San Jose.

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Friday's NHL schedule features two interconference matchups highlighting teams that reached the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs. The Pittsburgh Penguins face the Colorado Avalanche in a matchup headlined by Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon. Meanwhile, the Boston Bruins continue their California road trip against the Anaheim Ducks after securing a 6-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks.

The Boston-Anaheim clash puts several young talents on display, including Anaheim's Leo Carlsson and Cutter Gauthier alongside Boston's Fraser Minten and James Hagens. The slate is broadcast on the ESPN App and NHL streaming hub.

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