The Pittsburgh Penguins gear up for the end of their road trip as they face the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center tonight. Fans can catch the game on SportsNet Pittsburgh and ESPN+, or tune into 105.9 the X or the Penguins app for live commentary.
The Penguins are looking to continue their streak, having secured points in five of their last seven encounters with the Blackhawks, including three consecutive visits to Chicago, setting the stage for a potential record four-game point streak at the United Center.
Sidney Crosby continues to rewrite records, boasting 86 points this season. His recent performance saw him net 30 goals for the 13th time in his career, a feat only matched by 10 other players in NHL history. His current 12-game point streak is tied for the longest for a player aged 37 or older.
Bryan Rust is also on the cusp of career milestones, with his strong performance this season leaving him just a goal and a point away from new personal bests. Meanwhile, Erik Karlsson is poised to join an elite group of defensemen with 200 career goals, a milestone only 23 players have reached before him.
Rickard Rakell stands out with his 33 goals this season, nearing his personal record from 2017-18. He is one of the most prolific wingers the Penguins have seen in the current era dominated by Crosby and Malkin.
Penguins update: The team concludes a series of back-to-back games, holding a record of 10-16-1 in these encounters this season. Noel Acciari is poised to reach 100 blocked shots for the second time in his career. Bryan Rust shows impressive performance against Chicago with seven goals and nine points in 11 games.
Today’s matchup marks the 14th and final set of back-to-backs for the Penguins this season, as the team aims to wrap up with a win in Chicago before returning home.
