The Pittsburgh Penguins' special teams have emerged as a season-altering problem, according to a recent analysis by Adam Gretz for SB Nation. The article, published on November 9, 2026, highlights how the team's power play and penalty kill units are undermining their overall performance.
The issue was evident during the Penguins' game against the Florida Panthers on October 22, 2026, at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, where special teams struggles contributed to the outcome. The upcoming week will be critical for the Penguins to address these deficiencies.
