Chicago Blackhawks vs Pittsburgh Penguins, Dec. 8, 2026
Chicago Blackhawks3-8-0, 6 pts- 6:00 PMCT
- 5:00 PMMT
- 4:00 PMPT
Pittsburgh Penguins5-6-1, 11 ptsThe Chicago Blackhawks visit the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2026. Puck drop is 7:00 PM ET on TNT. The Blackhawks arrive at 3-8-0 and the Penguins at 5-6-1. The clubs have met once already in 2026-27 and the Blackhawks lead the season series 1-0.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Dec 8 | TNT | Scheduled |
Blackhawks vs Penguins Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Penguins play at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh.
| Matchup | Chicago Blackhawks at Pittsburgh Penguins |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | TNT |
| Venue | PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh |
| Home team | Pittsburgh Penguins (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Away team | Chicago Blackhawks |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Blackhawks vs Penguins Start?
The Blackhawks vs Penguins start time is 7:00 PM ET on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2026. That is 6:00 PM Central, 5:00 PM Mountain and 4:00 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 7:00 PM | Pittsburgh |
| Central (CT) | 6:00 PM | Chicago |
| Mountain (MT) | 5:00 PM | |
| Pacific (PT) | 4:00 PM | |
| Atlantic (AT) | 8:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 8:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Blackhawks vs Penguins
Chicago Blackhawks at Pittsburgh Penguins is on TNT, with puck drop at 7:00 PM ET.
National NHL games in the United States air on ESPN, ABC, TNT, truTV and ESPN+. Games outside those windows go to the regional networks for the Pittsburgh and Chicago markets.
Blackhawks vs Penguins in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Blackhawks and the Penguins meet twice in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Blackhawks lead the season series 1-0. Every meeting is listed below with its result or start time, and each one opens that game's own page.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 13 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPIT3Chicago BlackhawksCHI5 1-2, 1-1, 1-2 | CHSN | Final | |
| Tue, Dec 8 | TNT | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Blackhawks and Penguins
The Blackhawks are 3-8-0, 8th in the Central Division with 6 points and a last-10 record of 3-7-0. The Penguins are 5-6-1, 6th in the Metropolitan with 11 points and 3-6-1 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 3-8-0 | 6 | 3-4-0 | 0-4-0 | 24 | 43 | L3 | 3-7-0 | LLLWW | |
| 12 | 5-6-1 | 11 | 4-1-0 | 1-5-1 | 40 | 40 | W2 | 3-6-1 | WWLLL |
Next Game for the Blackhawks and the Penguins
Chicago Blackhawks
The Blackhawks next play at Winnipeg Jets on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on CHSN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 10 | Chicago BlackhawksCHI Winnipeg JetsWPG | CHSN | Scheduled |
Pittsburgh Penguins
The Penguins next play at Florida Panthers on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 10 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPIT Florida PanthersFLA | ESPN | Scheduled |
FAQ About Blackhawks vs Penguins
What time is Blackhawks vs Penguins on Dec. 8?
7:00 PM ET (6:00 PM CT, 5:00 PM MT, 4:00 PM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Blackhawks vs Penguins on?
The game is on TNT. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Blackhawks vs Penguins being played?
At PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, home of the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Chicago Blackhawks are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Blackhawks or the Penguins?
The Penguins. They are 5-6-1 with 11 points, against 3-8-0 and 6 points for the Blackhawks.
How many times do the Blackhawks and Penguins play in 2026-27?
Twice. 1 game has been played and the Blackhawks lead the season series 1-0.
Does Blackhawks vs Penguins count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
What time does Blackhawks vs Penguins end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 9:30 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Blackhawks vs Penguins on national TV?
Yes. TNT is a national broadcaster, so the game is available across the United States without a regional sports network.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)