Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Penguins Edge Senators 4-3; Crosby Injured, Stützle Hits Milestone

3/27/2026

50 10 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Ottawa Senators 4-3 in a shootout on March 26, 2026, with Drake Batherson scoring twice for Ottawa and Rickard Rakell scoring twice for Pittsburgh.
Sidney Crosby left the game early due to injury.
Tim Stützle reached 400 career points, becoming the youngest player in Senators history to achieve this milestone.
The Senators, now out of playoff contention, will face the Tampa Bay Lightning next.

History

Historical Context

The 1967 NHL Expansion Draft, held on June 6, added six teams, including the Pittsburgh Penguins, doubling the league's size from six to twelve. This expansion not only reorganized teams into East and West Divisions but also increased the regular season to 74 games. The move significantly reshaped hockey culture, fostering new rivalries and enhancing fan engagement across North America.

1 of 2

Story summary

The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Ottawa Senators 4-3 in a shootout on March 26, 2026, with Drake Batherson scoring twice for Ottawa and Rickard Rakell scoring twice for Pittsburgh.
Sidney Crosby left the game early due to injury.
Tim Stützle reached 400 career points, becoming the youngest player in Senators history to achieve this milestone.
The Senators, now out of playoff contention, will face the Tampa Bay Lightning next.

1 / 2