The Pittsburgh Penguins opened the 2026-27 NHL season with a historic 7-0 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. Nicholas Robertson scored twice, Arturs Silovs stopped all 19 shots, and 14 Penguins recorded points. The result became the largest road shutout in an NHL season opener while adding several notable franchise milestones.
The Boston Bruins opened the 2026-27 NHL season with a 3-0 victory, but major questions remain. Charlie McAvoy’s suspension creates an early defensive challenge, while Boston must replace lost production and develop its supporting cast. JJ Peterka, David Pastrnak, Jeremy Swayman and several young players will be central to the team’s progress.
The San Jose Sharks made a major leadership decision before opening the 2026-27 NHL season, naming 20-year-old Macklin Celebrini their 11th full-time captain. The move followed a record-setting 115-point campaign and a major contract extension. San Jose also added four veteran alternate captains before beginning the season against Florida.
