The Pittsburgh Penguins will begin the 2026‑27 NHL season on September 30, facing the Philadelphia Flyers in a highly anticipated opening night matchup that marks the first meeting between the two clubs since the Flyers eliminated Pittsburgh in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Tripleheader Kicks Off the Campaign
The league has scheduled a tripleheader for September 29, beginning with the Carolina Hurricanes raising their Stanley Cup banner against the Florida Panthers at 5 p.m. ET, followed by the New York Rangers taking on the Boston Bruins at 8 p.m., and concluding with the Chicago Blackhawks meeting the Vegas Golden Knights at 10:30 p.m.
Pittsburgh’s first home game arrives on October 3 against the Montreal Canadiens, and the team will then travel to Washington, D.C., for a contest that also serves as the Capitals’ home opener on October 7.
Broadcast Details
The season‑opening game will be carried live on TNT, with a scheduled puck drop at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time, ensuring a prime‑time viewership for hockey fans across the United States and beyond.
Looking Ahead
The full 84‑game schedule is slated for release later this week, giving fans a comprehensive view of the upcoming slate and allowing teams to fine‑tune their preparations for the months ahead.