Pittsburgh Penguins vs Florida Panthers, Dec. 10, 2026
Pittsburgh Penguins5-6-1, 11 pts- 6:00 PMCT
- 5:00 PMMT
- 4:00 PMPT
Florida Panthers6-4-2, 14 ptsThe Pittsburgh Penguins visit the Florida Panthers on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026. Puck drop is 7:00 PM ET on ESPN. The Penguins arrive at 5-6-1 and the Panthers at 6-4-2. The clubs have met once already in 2026-27 and the Penguins lead the season series 1-0.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 10 | ESPN | Scheduled |
Penguins vs Panthers Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Panthers play at Amerant Bank Arena in Florida.
| Matchup | Pittsburgh Penguins at Florida Panthers |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | ESPN |
| Venue | Amerant Bank Arena, Florida |
| Home team | Florida Panthers (Florida, United States) |
| Away team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Penguins vs Panthers Start?
The Penguins vs Panthers start time is 7:00 PM ET on Thursday, Dec. 10, 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 | Florida, Pittsburgh |
| Central (CT) | 6:00 PM | |
| 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 Penguins vs Panthers
Pittsburgh Penguins at Florida Panthers is on ESPN, 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 Florida and Pittsburgh markets.
Penguins vs Panthers in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Penguins and the Panthers meet 3 times in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Penguins 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 22 | Florida PanthersFLA0Pittsburgh PenguinsPIT4 0-1, 0-1, 0-2 | Scripps Sports | Final | |
| Thu, Dec 10 | ESPN | Scheduled | ||
| Thu, Mar 4 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPITFlorida PanthersFLA | ESPN | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Penguins and Panthers
The Penguins are 5-6-1, 6th in the Metropolitan Division with 11 points and a last-10 record of 3-6-1. The Panthers are 6-4-2, 6th in the Atlantic with 14 points and 5-4-1 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 | |
| 12 | 6-4-2 | 14 | 2-1-0 | 4-3-2 | 34 | 36 | W1 | 5-4-1 | WLLWW |
Next Game for the Penguins and the Panthers
Pittsburgh Penguins
The Penguins next play at Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 at 3:30 PM ET on The Spot - MTN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Dec 12 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPIT Tampa Bay LightningTBL | The Spot - MTN | Scheduled |
Florida Panthers
The Panthers next play at Detroit Red Wings on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on Scripps Sports.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Dec 12 | Florida PanthersFLA Detroit Red WingsDET | Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
FAQ About Penguins vs Panthers
What time is Penguins vs Panthers on Dec. 10?
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 Penguins vs Panthers on?
The game is on ESPN. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Penguins vs Panthers being played?
At Amerant Bank Arena in Florida, home of the Florida Panthers. The Pittsburgh Penguins are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Penguins or the Panthers?
The Panthers. They are 6-4-2 with 14 points, against 5-6-1 and 11 points for the Penguins.
How many times do the Penguins and Panthers play in 2026-27?
3 times. 1 game has been played and the Penguins lead the season series 1-0.
Does Penguins vs Panthers 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 Panthers 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 Penguins vs Panthers on national TV?
Yes. ESPN is a national broadcaster, so the game is available across the United States without a regional sports network.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)