Penguins vs Red Wings statistics
| Stat |
Penguins |
Red Wings |
| Goals For per Game |
2.50 |
3.00 |
| Goals Against per Game |
5.00 |
1.00 |
| Shots per Game |
23.5 |
30.0 |
| Shots Against per Game |
35.0 |
24.5 |
| Power Play Goals |
2 |
2 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
2 |
0 |
| Short Handed Goals |
0 |
0 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
16 |
10 |
| Power Play Percentage |
33.3 |
28.6 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
60.0 |
100.0 |
Detroit Red Wings recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/27/24 |
vs Chicago Blackhawks |
W |
2-0 |
| 9/25/24 |
@ Chicago Blackhawks |
W |
4-2 |
| 4/16/24 |
@ Montreal Canadiens |
W |
5-4 SO |
| 4/15/24 |
vs Montreal Canadiens |
W |
5-4 OT |
| 4/13/24 |
@ Toronto Maple Leafs |
W |
5-4 OT |
Pittsburgh Penguins recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/24/24 |
vs Buffalo Sabres |
L |
3-2 |
| 9/21/24 |
@ Buffalo Sabres |
L |
7-3 |
| 4/17/24 |
@ New York Islanders |
L |
5-4 |
| 4/15/24 |
vs Nashville Predators |
W |
4-2 |
| 4/13/24 |
vs Boston Bruins |
L |
6-4 |
Penguins vs Red Wings predictions
As the Pittsburgh Penguins lace up to face the Detroit Red Wings, all eyes might be on Jesse Puljujarvi, who's started the season on a high note with three goals already to his name. Given his hot streak, it wouldn't be a stretch to expect him to continue his scoring spree. Alongside him, Tristan Broz, with a couple of assists under his belt, is shaping up to be a key playmaker for the Penguins this game. Considering Detroit's defense will be on their toes, these two could really stir things up at the Little Caesars Arena.
Flipping over to the Detroit Red Wings, Andrew Copp seems to be hitting his stride early with two assists and leading the team with two points overall. His playmaking abilities will be crucial if Detroit is to capitalize on their home ice advantage. Additionally, Jeff Petry, though a defenseman, has shown he can chip in offensively, which could add a nice depth to the Wings' attack. With the team off to a solid start this season, maintaining momentum is key, and these players hold a big part of that responsibility.
Prediction time, and it’s a tough call! Both teams have their standout performers who could tilt the game. However, considering the Red Wings' undefeated start, and the fact that they're playing on home ice, they might just have the upper hand. So, if I had to put my money on it, I'd lean towards a close victory for Detroit. Yet, with hockey, as always, expect the unexpected! What do you think, could the Penguins pull off a surprise here?
Pittsburgh Penguins injuries
- Filip Kral (D): Out
- Taylor Gauthier (G): Out
- Erik Karlsson (D): Out
Penguins vs Red Wings game info
| Venue |
Little Caesars Arena |
| Location |
Detroit, MI |
| Puck drop |
Sat 7:00 PM |
