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Pens Points: Needed Rest

It’s still a few days before we see the Pittsburgh Penguins back in action, but after looking at the injury list, no one will be complaining about the team getting an extra few days off to rest and recover. Bodies…

By Robbie Naugle · Pensburgh

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

Key Things to Know

The Pittsburgh Penguins are utilizing a four-day schedule break to rest and recover from mounting injuries.
The team is scheduled to return to game action on Thursday with two contests set for later in the week.
Rickard Rakell played his best game of the season against Nashville after scoring twice in 12 games.

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The Pittsburgh Penguins are receiving four days off between games to rest and recover amid mounting roster injuries. Writer Robbie Naugle notes that the extended break provides a helpful window for injured players to heal before the team returns to action on Thursday for two upcoming contests later in the week.

PensBurgh highlights that forward Rickard Rakell showed positive signs on Saturday against Nashville despite managing only two goals across his first 12 games. Additionally, injuries have created NHL opportunities for prospects like defenseman Chase Pietila, while league news saw Leon Draisaitl named the NHL's First Star of the Week.

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