On This Day In Penguins Playoff History: May 26
The Pittsburgh Penguins just wrapped up their 57th season, missing the Stanley Cup playoffs for the third consecutive season. Despite their recent lack of success, the franchise has appeared in the playoffs 37 times and won five championships.
Our newest series will reflect on how the Penguins performed on specific days leading up to the 2025 Stanley Cup Final.
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Today, May 26, Pittsburgh has compiled a 4-3 record in seven games on this date.
1992 - Game 1 Win vs. Chicago Blackhawks (5-4)
1995 - Game 4 Loss vs. New Jersey Devils (2-1 OT)
1996 - Game 4 Win vs. Florida Panthers (2-1)
2008 - Game 2 Loss vs. Detroit Red Wings (3-0)
2009 - Game 4 Win vs. Carolina Hurricanes (4-1)
2016 - Game 7 Win vs. Tampa Bay Lightning (2-1)
2021 - Game 6 Loss vs. New York Islanders (5-3)
Notable Penguins Performances On This Day
May 26, 1992 - The Penguins rally from a 3-0 first-period deficit to take Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final thanks to four unanswered goals in the second and third periods, led by Mario Lemieux's two, including the game winner with 13 seconds left. Meanwhile, Ron Francis had two assists, and Rick Tocchet had a goal and an assist.
May 26, 2008 - As the Red Wings shut out the Penguins for the second consecutive game to begin the 2008 Stanley Cup Final, Maxime Talbot establishes a new career-high with 14 penalty minutes, all in the third period, during the 3-0 loss. Eight players took penalties, with Gary Roberts also contributing 14 towards the team total of 46.
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May 26, 2009 - Talbot helps the Penguins sweep the Hurricanes with three points in a 4-1 victory in Game 4. It was the only time he'd record three points in a playoff game. Moreover, Sidney Crosby had two helpers in the win.
May 26, 2016 - Bryan Rust (two goals) and Evgeni Malkin (two assists) help Pittsburgh eliminate Tampa Bay in Game 7 at CONSOL Energy Center.
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