Game Preview: Pens-Wild
Place
PPG Paints Arena
TV
AT&T SportsNet
Radio
105.9 FM, the X
Notables
* The Pens host the Minnesota Wild for the 1st time this season. Pittsburgh is 4-1 in the past 5 home games against the Wild.
* Pittsburgh plays Minnesota on the backend of back-to-back nights, following an emotional victory in Washington last night. The Pens are 5-1-1 in back-to-back games (3-0-1 first night, 2-1-0 second night).
* Winger Bryan Rust scored the game-winning goal against Washington. He has his 1st-career 3-game goal-scoring streak and 6 goals in the past 5 games.
* Casey DeSmith is expected to start in net for the Pens. He is 7-2-2 at home this season with a 2.46 GAA and .929 save percentage.
* The Wild are 3 points out of the final Wild Card spot, holding 10th place in the Western Conference.
* Zach Parise leads the Wild with 15 goals while ranking 2nd on the team with 29 points. Mikael Granlund as a team-best 33 points.
Injuries
PIT - Justin Schultz (lower leg fracture), Dominik Simon (lower-body).
MIN - Matt Dumba (lower-body).
Ugly Holiday Sweater Theme Night
The Penguins are asking fans to get in the holiday spirit by wearing their "ugliest" - or craziest, or funniest - holiday sweaters to Thursday's game.
The team's annual Ugly Holiday Sweater Theme Night will give fans the chance to win prize packs from The Milkshake Factory. There also will be a special green screen photo opportunity for those in attendance located behind section 110.
In addition, the Penguins will debut their annual holiday e-card, featuring the players, at some point during Thursday's game.
In the Room presented by RAM
Set your DVR before heading to the game - a new episode of In the Room presented by RAM premieres Thursday night post-game on AT&T SportsNet!
Click here
to watch A Peek Inside presented by Clearview Federal Credit Union.
Love Your Melon
Stop by the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation table behind Section 104 Thursday 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 Thursday 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
.
Pre-Game Broadcast at the Highmark Gate
On your way into the game, be sure to stop by the AT&T SportsNet pre-game show, which will air live from the new Highmark Studio! Located just inside the Highmark Gate, fans are invited to gather and watch starting at 6:30PM! The Highmark Gate is located along Centre Avenue near the Mario Lemieux statue.
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 Thursday night. The "Penguins & Paws" Charity Pet Calendar makes the perfect stocking stuffer and 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 Thursday. 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 Thursday'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 Thursday'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!
