Two in-state rivals headline the NHL’s schedule on Monday night, as the Pittsburgh Penguins pay a visit to the Philadelphia Flyers.
Since the two teams entered the league during the league’s expansion in 1967, the two sides have had many memorable battles. From famous playoff clashes to outdoor games, the rivalry between the Pennsylvania foes has always been must-see television.
The teams entered the 2025-26 season in the same boat. Both have had years of disappointing results, with both sides having missed out on the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Yet, the Penguins and Flyers have had promising starts to the season, giving both fanbases hope that their teams will be able to make a push for the postseason.
For the Pens, led by veteran stars Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang, the team got off to a hot start. However, the team has cooled off and has fallen back to the Wild Card spot.
The Flyers have a solid youth movement, with Matvei Michkov wowing patrons on a nightly basis.
Heading into Monday night, the teams sit just two points apart in the ever-competitive Metropolitan Division, but both are in a playoff spot.
NHL HOCKEY
Pittsburgh Penguins (12-7-5) vs. Philadelphia Flyers (14-7-3)
When: Monday, December 1
Time: 7 p.m. ET
Where: Xfinity Mobile Arena (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Channel: NHL Network
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