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Get ready for an action-packed NHL Saturday with exclusive doubleheaders on ABC and the ESPN app! This preview covers the Pittsburgh Penguins vs. New York Rangers and the Boston Bruins vs. Philadelphia Flyers, highlighting key players, stat...
#### Penguins vs. Rangers The Pittsburgh Penguins (30-15-12) face off against the New York Rangers (22-29-7) at Madison Square Garden. The Rangers have struggled at home, while the Penguins have a strong road record. Key players for the Rangers include Mika Zibanejad, Vincent Trocheck, and J.T. Miller. The Penguins will be without Sidney Crosby, who is on injured reserve.
**Hidden Stat:** The Rangers are tied for the fewest home points (17) and fewest home wins (six) of any team in the NHL after going 6-15-5 at Madison Square Garden so far this season. The Pens rank sixth for road wins after compiling a 16-7-5 record in away games.
#### Bruins vs. Flyers The Boston Bruins (33-20-5) take on the Philadelphia Flyers (26-21-11). The Flyers are in a rebuilding phase with a young roster, while the Bruins are looking to return to the playoffs after missing out last season. David Pastrnak leads the Bruins in scoring.
**Bruins Stats:** The Bruins missed the playoffs last season, and haven't missed in consecutive seasons since 2014-15 and 2015-16. The B's have a .794 points percentage in 2026 (12-2-3), which is second best in the NHL behind the Tampa Bay Lightning (.861, 15-2-1).
#### Betting Odds - **Penguins vs. Rangers:** Rangers +1.5 - **O/U Pick:** Over (5.5)
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