Game Date
Sunday, January 6, 2019
Opponent
Chicago Blackhawks
Jersey
Black Home Jersey
Game Time
8:00 PM
Doors Open
6:30 PM
IBEW Warm-Ups Begin
7:30 PM
Place
PPG Paints Arena
TV
NBCSN
Radio
105.9 FM, the X
Promotional Item
2009 Stanley Cup Champions Trading Cards presented by Upper Deck
Game Preview: Pens-Hawks
Notables
* The Pens are riding an 8-game winning streak. Pittsburgh is 10-1 in its past 11 games and 13-2-1 in their last 16.
* The Pens are in the midst of a 3-game homestand. They won the opening slate on Friday against Winnipeg and finish Wednesday against Florida.
* The Pens' power play scored on 9 of the last 13 opportunities, scoring in 5 straight games. Pittsburgh's unit has converted 27.2% of its power-play chances, ranking 5th in the NHL.
* Pens captain Sidney Crosby, who was selected to the NHL All-Star Game, has a 6-game scoring streak (3G-10A).
* Zach Aston-Reese is riding a career-best 4-game scoring streak (2G-2A).
* Despite being just 2 points out of the basement in the NHL, the Blackhawks have won 5 of their last 8 games.
* Patrick Kane is the team's leading scorer with 51 points (23G-28A). He had a 7-game scoring streak (7G-6A) from Dec. 16-29, which included his 5th career hat trick.
* Jonathan Toews recently hit the 400-assist mark. He is the 4th player from his draft class (2006) to reach the mark (Phil Kessel, Claude Giroux, Nicklas Backstrom).
Injuries
PIT - Justin Schultz (lower leg fracture).
CHI - None.
2009 Stanley Cup Champion Celebration
The Penguins will honor members of the 2009 Stanley Cup championship team at the Sunday, January 6 game against Chris Kunitz and the Chicago Blackhawks at PPG Paints Arena. Fans are encouraged to be in their seats by 7:50 PM to watch the special pre-game ceremony that will take place.
All players, coaches and staff members listed on the 2009 Cup have been invited to the game for a 10th anniversary celebration. Four of them will be involved in the game that night - Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang for the Penguins and Kunitz for the Blackhawks.
A number of players and coaches from 2009 are still actively involved with NHL teams but may send video messages to be played during the game.
To read more about the celebration, click here.
Share Your 2009 Fan Stories!
Be sure to stop by the top of Section 110 Sunday to share your favorite memory of the 2009 Stanley Cup Championship. A special video booth will be set up and all Penguins fans are encouraged to share their stories and Penguins memories!
KeyBank Money Minute
Courtesy of KeyBank, one lucky fan won two tickets to Sunday's game in the KeyBank Club and has the chance to win $5,000 if the Penguins score during the 2nd period KeyBank Money Minute! Visit
www.pittsburghpenguins.com/moneyminute
for your chance to be our KeyBank Money Minute contestant at an upcoming game!
Love Your Melon
Stop by the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation table behind Section 104 Sunday to buy this season's gold "Love Your Melon" beanie or order online anytime at
www.pittsburghpenguinsfoundation.org
! The Penguins Foundation will also be selling a limited edition "Love Your Melon" cuffed pom beanie on Sunday night! This must-have hat is only available for sale inside PPG Paints Arena during Pittsburgh Penguins' home games and quantities are limited! Your purchase will help support Ronald McDonald House Charities of Pittsburgh and Morgantown.
We've Gone Mobile!
New this season, in an effort to ensure a ticketing experience that is more convenient, safe and secure for all Penguins fans, 8½" x 11" PDF tickets (print-at-home delivery) will no longer be a valid form of entry for PPG Paints Arena events.
If you do not have a physical ticket for the game, you must present a mobile ticket on your smartphone at the gate.
Primary tickets purchased through Ticketmaster are available via the Ticketmaster app or
www.ticketmaster.com
.
Fans that received a transfer from a Penguins season ticket holder or purchased resell tickets through Ticketmaster or NHL Ticket Exchange must visit 'My Penguins Account' to manage and view mobile tickets. My Penguins Account is available in the Penguins app under 'Tickets' or online at
www.pittsburghpenguins.com/myaccount
.
Mobile tickets will appear as a square QR code (
see image for reference
).
For more information, please visit our
Mobile Ticketing Page
.
Pick Up Your "Penguins & Paws" Charity Pet Calendar at the Game
The Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation and Rachael Ray Nutrish are pleased to present the 2019 "Penguins & Paws" Charity Pet Calendar! You can pick up your copy at the Penguins Foundation table on the concourse behind Section 104 Sunday night. Proceeds benefit Humane Animal Rescue.
Important Security Reminders
For the safety of all guests, fans will be required to pass through walk-through metal detectors upon entering PPG Paints Arena. Only small personal bags (purses, baby or diaper bags, etc.) will be permitted inside the building and all items are subject to searches upon entrance. Large bags, coolers, backpacks and sealed packages of any kind are not permitted. In addition, PPG Paints Arena allows only small, personal still-cameras equipped with a 3 inch lens or smaller. Cameras with detachable lenses or flashes are not permitted. For a complete list of frequently asked questions, please visit PPG Paints Arena's
A to Z Guide
.
Remember the Game with a Warm-Up Puck Souvenir
Don't miss your chance to take home an incredible souvenir! The Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation will be selling the pucks used by your favorite Penguins players in warm-ups outside of the KeyBank Club at the start of the 1st intermission on Sunday. Perfect for memories, gifts or collections, these official NHL warm-up pucks come with a display cube and a certificate of authenticity. All proceeds benefit the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation.
Bid to Win with the Penguins Foundation's Game Day Auction
Stop by the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation's Game Day Auction located outside of the KeyBank Club near Section 104 to see what unique items are being featured at Sunday's game! Text PENS to 52182 to place your bid on these items and more! Proceeds benefit the Foundation's community and youth initiatives.
Upgrade Your Game Using the Penguins App
Pittsburgh Penguins fans in attendance can get the VIP treatment with Upgrade Your Game! Upgrade Your Game offers fans access to once-in-a-lifetime Penguins experiences like Lexus Club guest passes, premium seat upgrades and more! Simply download the Penguins app and register today under the "Upgrade Your Game" section within the "Tickets" menu!
Go Home a Winner with the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation 50/50 Raffle
Pick up your tickets for the Penguins Foundation 50/50 raffle for a chance to win Sunday's jackpot. The more you play the more it pays. Proceeds from this season's raffles benefit the
Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation
and the numerous charitable organizations it supports through grants. Over $1.1 million was raised during the 2017-18 season. Visit one of the concourse kiosks or watch for ticket sellers in green through the second intermission - the winning number will be announced in the third period.
Uber Drop-off & Pick-up Area Now Available
Uber will help you skate past the parking lot crowds with a special drop-off and pick-up area off of Fullerton Street on Wylie Avenue - across from PPG Paints Arena's Verizon Gate!
Click here
for details.
Plus, get $15 off your first ride with code PENGUINS18 until 06.01.19!
