Game Preview: 10.30.21 vs. NJD

GM 8 | OCT. 30 | 7:00 PM ET | PPG PAINTS ARENA
WATCH: ATTSN, ESPN+ (OUTSIDE PIT, NJ) | LISTEN: 105.9 The X, Penguins Radio Network
PIT: 3 - 2 - 2 (8 pts)
NJD: 3 - 2 - 0 (6 pts)

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GAME PREVIEW

The Penguins continue along their eight-game homestand as they take on the New Jersey Devils at PPG Paints Arena. Doors to the arena for fans will open at 5:30 PM ET. Pittsburgh is 9-2-1 in its last 12 games against New Jersey dating back to Feb. 19, 2019. The Penguins have points in seven-consecutive games against the Devils (6-0-1). Pittsburgh has points in five-consecutive home games against New Jersey (4-0-1). Tonight's game is the sixth game of a season-long eight-game homestand (2-2-1).

QUICK HITS

Tristan Jarry is 4-1-1 with a 2.50 goals-against average and a .924 save percentage in six career starts versus the Devils. Here at home, he is unbeaten (3-0-1) against New Jersey.
Mark Friedman fired a team-high five shots on goal on Thursday night versus Calgary, which doubled as a career-high for him. His next point will tie. his career-high of three set last season (2020-21).
Jason Zucker leads Pittsburgh with 23 shots on net this season and averages 3.29 shots per game. His 3.29 shots per game are over a full shot per game more than his 2020-21 average (1.76).
Pittsburgh averages 34.7 shots on goal per game, the fourth-highest total in the NHL.
Teddy Blueger has four points (2G-2A) in his last four games against the Devils.

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HALLOWEEN NIGHT

The Penguins have made jack-o'-lantern stencils for fans, which can be downloaded
here
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Fans sporting their best Halloween costumes will have the chance to go home with prizes including gift cards and autographed pucks. One winner will be selected each period. Fans are reminded that Halloween costumes must be family-friendly, and masks that are part of a costume must be removed when entering the building. No sharp objects or weapons (including fake or toy weapons) will be allowed. PensGear will be selling a variety of Halloween-themed souvenirs including special hats and t-shirts while supplies last.

PLAYER INTERVIEW

Video: Boyle speaks to the media

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