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Paradise Today
By the People, for the People
Golden Knights Host Penguins Amid Losing Streak
Vegas looks to snap 3-game slide against visiting Pittsburgh
Mar. 11, 2026 at 8:10am
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The Vegas Golden Knights (29-22-14) will host the Pittsburgh Penguins (32-17-15) on Thursday night in Paradise, Nevada. The Golden Knights are aiming to break their current 3-game losing streak, while the Penguins look to continue their strong road play. This will be the second matchup between the two teams this season, with the Penguins winning the previous game 5-0.
Why it matters
The Golden Knights are struggling to maintain their position in the Pacific Division playoff race, having lost their last three games. A win against the Penguins, who are firmly in the playoff picture in the Metropolitan Division, could help Vegas get back on track. For Pittsburgh, continuing their road success will be crucial as they push for a higher seed in the Eastern Conference.
The details
The Golden Knights have a 29-22-14 record overall and a 14-10-7 record at home. They have scored 209 goals while allowing 201. The Penguins are 32-17-15 overall and 16-8-7 on the road. Pittsburgh has gone 32-4-8 in games where they score 3 or more goals.
- The teams last met earlier this season, with the Penguins winning 5-0.
- Thursday's game is scheduled for 10 p.m. EDT.
The players
Mitchell Marner
Leads the Golden Knights with 18 goals and 47 assists.
Pavel Dorofeyev
Has 6 goals and 4 assists for the Golden Knights over the last 10 games.
Anthony Mantha
Leads the Penguins with 24 goals and 24 assists.
Bryan Rust
Has 5 goals and 5 assists for the Penguins over the past 10 games.
The takeaway
This matchup between the Golden Knights and Penguins features two teams heading in different directions. Vegas is struggling to maintain their playoff position, while Pittsburgh continues to thrive on the road. A win for the Golden Knights could help them regain momentum, while the Penguins look to further solidify their standing in the Eastern Conference.
