The Pittsburgh Penguins are facing a critical issue with their special teams that could define their season, according to a recent analysis. The team's power play and penalty kill units have underperformed, turning what should be an advantage into a liability.
A photo from the Penguins' October 22 game against the Florida Panthers at PPG Paints Arena shows captain Sidney Crosby skating with the puck, highlighting the team's reliance on its star players to overcome systemic problems. The analysis, published November 9, 2026, suggests that unless the special teams improve, the Penguins' playoff aspirations may be in jeopardy.
