Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Utah Mammoth Preview
This Sunday, the Pittsburgh Penguins will look to rebound from a stunning defeat as they host the Utah Mammoth. In a recent match against the San Jose Sharks, the Penguins blew a commanding 5-1 lead late in the game, ultimately succumbing to a loss in overtime, despite having a 5-2 advantage with just under six minutes left in regulation. The team dominated much of the matchup but faltered dramatically after a single setback, demonstrating the volatility of their current form.
Upcoming Challenge
As the Penguins prepare for their next challenge, they will face off against a Mammoth team coming off a victory against the Seattle Kraken, where they won 5-3. The Mammoth currently hold a record of 15-13-3, placing them fourth in the Central division. Key players to watch include Nick Schmaltz, who has been a standout performer this season with 12 goals and 29 points across 33 games, as well as Clayton Keller with 10 goals and 28 points. Additionally, Dylan Guenther and JJ Peterka are also recognized as significant offensive threats for the Mammoth.
Player Updates
However, the Mammoth will be missing one of their star players, Pittsburgh native Logan Cooley. Cooley has made a name for himself since being drafted third overall in the 2022 NHL Draft and has accumulated 14 goals and 23 points this year, proving to be an exciting talent in the league.
On the Penguins’ side, captain Sidney Crosby is on the verge of achieving a notable milestone. He is just two points shy of tying Mario Lemieux for the most points in Penguins franchise history and only three points from surpassing him, which would secure Crosby the eighth position for most points in NHL history.
Lineup Changes and Broadcast Information
In terms of lineup changes, goalie Sergei Murashov is set to start for the Penguins, as regular starter Stuart Skinner is currently dealing with immigration issues related to his trade from Edmonton. Defenseman Brett Kulak is also unavailable for this matchup for the same reason. Fans can catch the action starting at 3 p.m. ET on SportsNet Pittsburgh or tune in on 105.9 ‘The X’ for radio coverage.
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