Pittsburgh Penguins Set to Clash with Dallas Stars at PPG Paints Arena

As the Pittsburgh Penguins prepare to host the Dallas Stars at PPG Paints Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive performance. The upcoming match promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to secure a win on December 13.

The Penguins have been showing strong form in recent games. They secured a victory against the Buffalo Sabres with a solid 3-1 scoreline, showcasing their defensive prowess by limiting the Sabres' scoring opportunities and maintaining control throughout the game. Their goaltending was particularly notable, boasting a save percentage of 97 percent which played a crucial role in their win.

Another thrilling overtime victory came when they faced off against the Sabres away from home, ending with a score of 4-3. The powerplay unit excelled by capitalizing on two out of five opportunities and demonstrating an outstanding faceoff win percentage of 100 percent during powerplays. This ability to perform under pressure will be critical as they take on the Stars.

In an earlier matchup against Columbus Blue Jackets at home, Pittsburgh displayed offensive strength by netting four goals and winning by three points. Their shooting accuracy was commendable at nearly 12 percent, indicating that when they shoot, they do so effectively.

The venue for this encounter could play into Pittsburgh's hands; PPG Paints Arena has been kind to them recently as evidenced by these performances. With strong goaltending and effective special teams play being key trends for Pittsburgh lately, fans can expect another competitive game as they aim to maintain momentum in front of their home crowd.

Remember that you can catch all the action live on ESPN+, TVAS for international viewers or SportsNet PT for local coverage starting from December 13th at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh – don't miss it!