All articles tagged with #game preview
The Pittsburgh Penguins host the New Jersey Devils at PPG Paints Arena after the Olympic break, featuring Check Your Heart Night and the Penguins Charity Game, and a recent trade bringing Samuel Girard as Pittsburgh relies on veterans like Crosby, Malkin, Rakell and Letang to boost their home performance.
The Los Angeles Kings host the Edmonton Oilers in a playoff-rematch-style regular-season game after a season-worst loss, with Darcy Kuemper likely getting the start in goal and a strong emphasis on fixing late-game breakdowns, improving special-teams execution, and leveraging the remaining 25 games to mount a push.
The Cavaliers will be without at least two starters from their win over the Knicks as they prepare to face the Bucks, with Donovan Mitchell (right groin strain) and Evan Mobley (left calf maintenance) out, and James Harden listed as questionable after a broken right thumb. Max Strus is out with a foot injury, and three two-way players (Brown, Enaruna, Minix) are unavailable. If Harden can’t go, Cleveland’s likely starting five would be Dennis Schroder, Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson, Dean Wade, and Jarrett Allen. Milwaukee will be without Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf strain) along with Taurean Prince and Alex Antetokounmpo. The matchup tests Cleveland’s depth as they try to rebound from a win over the Knicks."
Montreal Canadiens travel to Saint Paul for a rematch with the Minnesota Wild before the Olympic break, aiming to extend their three-game win streak as they face a Wild team seeking to keep home-ice success going; Caufield and Suzuki stay hot for Montreal, while Minnesota’s high-end defense keeps them in the conversation; lineup details will be announced closer to puck drop, and a KFC game-day promo is highlighted.
The Carolina Hurricanes welcome the Los Angeles Kings for a Sunday afternoon game at Lenovo Center, aiming to extend their season-long seven-game point streak after a 4-3 OT loss to Washington. Carolina sits 33-15-6 (72 points, 1st in the Metropolitan) while Los Angeles is 23-17-13. The preview spotlights notable performers (Aho’s January surge, Gostisbehere’s scoring, Kempe’s production), milestone moments (William Carrier’s 500th career game), and key rosters notes (Brandon Bussi in net for the Canes; Anton Forsberg for the Kings). It also covers injuries (Eric Robinson out long-term, Pyotr Kochetkov out for the year, Charles Legault sidelined for months) and notes the Canes’ red uniforms for the game, with the next test vs. Ottawa on Feb. 3.
The Penguins host the New York Rangers at PPG Paints Arena with doors at 2 PM and puck drop at 3:30 PM, celebrating the 2016 Championship Reunion with a pregame ceremony and commemorative ring; Pittsburgh (27-14-11) aims to snap a five-game home losing streak to NYR (22-27-6), while TV coverage is SportsNet Pittsburgh and radio coverage is 105.9 The X and the Penguins app.
New England meets Seattle in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, with the 14-3 Patriots aiming to win a record seventh NFL title in a rematch of SB XLIX, while Seattle holds an 11-9 all-time edge; Drake Maye headlines a young Pats squad in a season highlighted by a historic postseason run.
The New England Patriots travel to Denver to face the Broncos in the AFC Championship, aiming to advance to their 12th Super Bowl after a 14-3 regular season. The preview highlights the teams’ postseason history in Denver, the Patriots’ dramatic turnaround, and key storylines and matchups to watch, along with broadcast details and notable personnel connections between the two franchises.
The Eagles aim to finish their regular season with a win against Washington, using a mix of reserve players to evaluate talent and build for the playoffs, with key storylines including quarterback Tanner McKee's debut, backup WR performances, rookie progress, defensive depth, rivalry intensity, and potential milestones for players like DeVonta Smith and Tank Bigsby.
Lamar Jackson dismisses criticism about his work ethic and relationship with Ravens' coach, plans to wear extra protection for his back injury, and emphasizes his commitment to the team as they prepare for a crucial game against the Steelers. The Ravens also waived guard Ben Cleveland amid roster adjustments.
The Pittsburgh Penguins will face the Detroit Red Wings at PPG Paints Arena on January 1, 2026, with various player milestones and team stats highlighted, including Kris Letang's 1,200th game, Erik Karlsson nearing 900 points, and notable performances by Sidney Crosby and Justin Brazeau. The game will feature a fireworks show postgame and be broadcast on SportsNet Pittsburgh, with additional updates on player trades and international prospects.
The article discusses key storylines for the upcoming Cowboys-Giants game, including the Giants' recent win affecting their draft position, coaching uncertainties, and standout players like Jaxson Dart and Wan'Dale Robinson, alongside Cowboys' roster moves such as waiving Trevon Diggs, Dak Prescott's durability, and draft implications.
The Seahawks, having secured their third 13-win season and a playoff spot, are focused on their upcoming critical Week 18 game against the 49ers, which will determine the NFC West division champion and the top seed in the NFC. The team is motivated and confident after a recent win over the Panthers, emphasizing a week-by-week approach and aiming to capitalize on their strong season to secure their first division title since 2013.
The Patriots (12-3) are set to face the Jets (3-12) at MetLife Stadium, with New England aiming to secure the AFC East title. The game features key injuries and roster changes for both teams, and the Patriots are favored by 13.5 points. The Jets are playing a rookie quarterback, Brady Cook, due to injuries, and the Patriots are expected to win convincingly, with a predicted score of 35-13.
The Montreal Canadiens begin their post-Christmas road trip against the Tampa Bay Lightning, aiming to improve on their previous loss to Tampa and maintain their strong road record, with key players like Lane Hutson and Nikita Kucherov expected to influence the game.