Pittsburgh Penguins vs Detroit Red Wings, April 9, 2027
Pittsburgh Penguins5-6-1, 11 pts- 6:00 PMCT
- 5:00 PMMT
- 4:00 PMPT
Detroit Red Wings4-4-3, 11 ptsThe Pittsburgh Penguins visit the Detroit Red Wings on Friday, April 9, 2027. Puck drop is 7:00 PM ET on DSN. The Penguins arrive at 5-6-1 and the Red Wings at 4-4-3. It is the first meeting of the two clubs in 2026-27.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Apr 9 | DSN | Scheduled |
Penguins vs Red Wings Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Red Wings play at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
| Matchup | Pittsburgh Penguins at Detroit Red Wings |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, April 9, 2027 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | DSN |
| Venue | Little Caesars Arena, Detroit |
| Home team | Detroit Red Wings (Detroit, United States) |
| Away team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Penguins vs Red Wings Start?
The Penguins vs Red Wings start time is 7:00 PM ET on Friday, April 9, 2027. That is 6:00 PM Central, 5:00 PM Mountain and 4:00 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 7:00 PM | Detroit, 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 Red Wings
Pittsburgh Penguins at Detroit Red Wings is on DSN, 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 Detroit and Pittsburgh markets.
Penguins vs Red Wings in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Penguins and the Red Wings meet 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Jan 25 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPITDetroit Red WingsDET | DSN | Scheduled | |
| Sun, Mar 14 | Detroit Red WingsDETPittsburgh PenguinsPIT | TNT, truTV | Scheduled | |
| Fri, Apr 9 | DSN | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Penguins and Red Wings
The Penguins are 5-6-1, 6th in the Metropolitan Division with 11 points and a last-10 record of 3-6-1. The Red Wings are 4-4-3, 7th in the Atlantic with 11 points and 4-3-3 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 | 4-4-3 | 11 | 3-3-1 | 1-1-2 | 29 | 34 | L1 | 4-3-3 | LWOTWW |
Next Game for the Penguins and the Red Wings
Pittsburgh Penguins
The Penguins next play at New Jersey Devils on Saturday, April 10, 2027 at 6:00 PM ET on MSG2.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Apr 10 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPIT New Jersey DevilsNJD | MSG2 | Scheduled |
Detroit Red Wings
The Red Wings next play at Buffalo Sabres on Saturday, April 10, 2027 at 6:00 PM ET on MSGB.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Apr 10 | Detroit Red WingsDET Buffalo SabresBUF | MSGB | Scheduled |
FAQ About Penguins vs Red Wings
What time is Penguins vs Red Wings on April 9?
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 Red Wings on?
The game is on DSN. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Penguins vs Red Wings being played?
At Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, home of the Detroit Red Wings. The Pittsburgh Penguins are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Penguins or the Red Wings?
They are level on 11 points. The Penguins are 5-6-1 and the Red Wings are 4-4-3.
How many times do the Penguins and Red Wings play in 2026-27?
3 times. None has been played yet.
Does Penguins vs Red Wings 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 Red Wings 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 Red Wings on national TV?
No. DSN is a regional broadcast, shown in the Detroit and Pittsburgh markets. Outside those markets it needs an out-of-market package.
Updated Scores update every 120 seconds while games are live.