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Nick Robertson Repeats Unlikely Feat In Panthers Shutout

Nick Robertson had two goals in the Pittsburgh Penguins‘ shutout win over the Florida Panthers. But that isn’t even half the story.Robertson has two games in which he has scored multiple goals. In both games, the Penguins have shut out…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 11:46 AM
Nick Robertson Repeats Unlikely Feat In Panthers Shutout
Key Things to Know
  • Nick Robertson scored twice in the Pittsburgh Penguins' shutout victory over the Florida Panthers.
  • Both of Pittsburgh's regulation wins this season have coincided with Robertson scoring two goals in shutout games.
  • Connor Dewar assisted on both of Robertson's goals against Florida, including a late empty-netter.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Nick Robertson scored two goals to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins to a shutout victory against the Florida Panthers on Thursday night. Robertson opened the scoring past goaltender Cooper Black off an assist from Connor Dewar and later added an empty-net goal. Notably, both of the Penguins' regulation wins this season have come via shutouts in games where Robertson scored twice.

Todd Matthews argues that the Penguins should give Robertson more ice time, pointing to his strong early production of six goals in 11 games despite averaging just 12:27 per contest. Matthews highlights Robertson's positive underlying even-strength metrics, suggesting Pittsburgh could boost its offensive depth and gain ground in the Metropolitan Division by utilizing him more frequently.

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