The Thursday NHL schedule includes the Pittsburgh Penguins (29-15-12) hosting the New Jersey Devils (28-28-2) at PPG Paints Arena, starting at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. The Penguins are sixth in the Eastern Conference (70 points), and the Devils are 15th in the Eastern Conference (58 points).
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Penguins vs. Devils: Feb. 26 Viewing Options
- Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Venue: PPG Paints Arena
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
Penguins' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 3.41 | 5th |
| Goals Allowed | 2.89 | 10th |
| Shots | 28.9 | 10th |
| Shots Allowed | 27.3 | 12th |
| Power Play % | 25.85% | 4th |
| Penalty Kill % | 84.05% | 4th |
Devils' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.48 | 32nd |
| Goals Allowed | 3.05 | 14th |
| Shots | 29.2 | 6th |
| Shots Allowed | 27.7 | 15th |
| Power Play % | 20.55% | 15th |
| Penalty Kill % | 79.45% | 16th |
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Penguins vs. Devils Top Players
Penguins
- Sidney Crosby has been important to Pittsburgh's offense this season, recording 59 points in 56 games.
- Evgeni Malkin has 14 goals and 30 assists for Pittsburgh to compile 44 total points (1.0 per game).
- Through 56 games, Anthony Mantha has proven himself as an important offensive option for Pittsburgh. He has 42 points (20 goals and 22 assists).
- In the 36 games Stuart Skinner has played this season, his save percentage is .889, 49th in the league.
Devils
- Jesper Bratt's 43 points make him a pivotal offensive option for New Jersey. He has 13 goals and 30 assists in 58 games.
- Nico Hischier has posted 41 total points (0.7 per game) this campaign. He has 19 goals and 22 assists.
- Jack Hughes has 37 points so far, including 12 goals and 25 assists.
- Jacob Markstrom is 15-13-1 in 30 games this season, conceding 91 goals (3.2 goals against average) with 682 saves and an .882 save percentage (56th in the league).
Penguins vs. Devils Injury Report
Penguins
Sidney Crosby: Out (Leg),
Jack St. Ivany: Out (Hand),
Filip Hallander: Out (Leg)
Devils
Zack MacEwen: Out For Season (Acl),
Stefan Noesen: Out (Knee),
Luke Hughes: Out (Shoulder)
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Penguins' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2/2/2026 | Senators | L 3-2 | Home |
| 2/3/2026 | Islanders | L 5-4 | Away |
| 2/5/2026 | Sabres | W 5-2 | Away |
| 2/26/2026 | Devils | - | Home |
| 2/28/2026 | Rangers | - | Away |
| 3/1/2026 | Golden Knights | - | Home |
| 3/3/2026 | Bruins | - | Away |
Devils' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2/3/2026 | Blue Jackets | L 3-0 | Home |
| 2/5/2026 | Islanders | L 3-1 | Home |
| 2/25/2026 | Sabres | L 2-1 | Home |
| 2/26/2026 | Penguins | - | Away |
| 2/28/2026 | Blues | - | Away |
| 3/3/2026 | Panthers | - | Home |
| 3/4/2026 | Maple Leafs | - | Home |