Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Islanders, Jan. 13, 2027
Pittsburgh Penguins5-6-1, 11 pts- 6:30 PMCT
- 5:30 PMMT
- 4:30 PMPT
New York Islanders5-4-2, 12 ptsThe Pittsburgh Penguins visit the New York Islanders on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2027. Puck drop is 7:30 PM ET on TNT, truTV. The Penguins arrive at 5-6-1 and the Islanders at 5-4-2. It is the first meeting of the two clubs in 2026-27.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Jan 13 | TNT, truTV | Scheduled |
Penguins vs Islanders Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Islanders play at UBS Arena in New York.
| Matchup | Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Islanders |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2027 |
| Puck drop | 7:30 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | TNT, truTV |
| Venue | UBS Arena, New York |
| Home team | New York Islanders (New York, United States) |
| Away team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Penguins vs Islanders Start?
The Penguins vs Islanders start time is 7:30 PM ET on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2027. That is 6:30 PM Central, 5:30 PM Mountain and 4:30 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 7:30 PM | New York, Pittsburgh |
| Central (CT) | 6:30 PM | |
| Mountain (MT) | 5:30 PM | |
| Pacific (PT) | 4:30 PM | |
| Atlantic (AT) | 8:30 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 9:00 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Penguins vs Islanders
Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Islanders is on TNT, truTV, with puck drop at 7:30 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 New York and Pittsburgh markets.
Penguins vs Islanders in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Penguins and the Islanders meet 4 times in 2026-27. None of the games has been played yet; this is the season series in full.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Jan 13 | TNT, truTV | Scheduled | ||
| Tue, Jan 26 | New York IslandersNYIPittsburgh PenguinsPIT | MSG2 | Scheduled | |
| Sun, Mar 7 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPITNew York IslandersNYI | TNT, truTV | Scheduled | |
| Thu, Apr 1 | New York IslandersNYIPittsburgh PenguinsPIT | MSGSN | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Penguins and Islanders
The Penguins are 5-6-1, 6th in the Metropolitan Division with 11 points and a last-10 record of 3-6-1. The Islanders are 5-4-2, 5th in the Metropolitan with 12 points and 5-3-2 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 5-6-1 | 11 | 4-1-0 | 1-5-1 | 40 | 40 | W2 | 3-6-1 | WWLLL | |
| 11 | 5-4-2 | 12 | 4-1-1 | 1-3-1 | 32 | 29 | L1 | 5-3-2 | LOTWWOT |
Next Game for the Penguins and the Islanders
Pittsburgh Penguins
The Penguins next play at Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Jan 16 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPIT Toronto Maple LeafsTOR | TV channel not announced yet | Scheduled |
New York Islanders
The Islanders next play vs Dallas Stars on Friday, Jan. 15, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET on MSGSN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jan 15 |  Dallas StarsDALNew York IslandersNYI | MSGSN | Scheduled |
FAQ About Penguins vs Islanders
What time is Penguins vs Islanders on Jan. 13?
7:30 PM ET (6:30 PM CT, 5:30 PM MT, 4:30 PM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Penguins vs Islanders on?
The game is on TNT, truTV. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Penguins vs Islanders being played?
At UBS Arena in New York, home of the New York Islanders. The Pittsburgh Penguins are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Penguins or the Islanders?
The Islanders. They are 5-4-2 with 12 points, against 5-6-1 and 11 points for the Penguins.
How many times do the Penguins and Islanders play in 2026-27?
4 times. None has been played yet.
Does Penguins vs Islanders 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 Penguins vs Islanders end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 10:00 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Penguins vs Islanders on national TV?
Yes. TNT, truTV is a national broadcaster, so the game is available across the United States without a regional sports network.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)