Pittsburgh Penguins Determined to Rebound Against New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center

As the Pittsburgh Penguins prepare to face off against the New Jersey Devils, fans are looking for signs of a resurgence after a string of challenging games. The upcoming game scheduled for March 19 at the Prudential Center in Newark will be a crucial test for the Penguins, who have shown both moments of brilliance and periods of concern in recent matchups.

The most recent game on March 8 against the Washington Capitals was particularly disheartening for Pittsburgh fans. The Penguins were shut out with a scoreline that read an uncomfortable 6-0 defeat. Despite putting up 39 shots, they couldn't find the back of the net, and their powerplay opportunities yielded no results with an abysmal faceoff win percentage during those chances. This loss highlighted some critical areas needing immediate attention: offensive execution and special teams' effectiveness.

However, it's not all doom and gloom for PIT. Looking back at their performance on March 6 against Columbus Blue Jackets provides some hope. In that game, they secured a convincing victory with five goals to three. Their powerplay clicked effectively with two goals from three opportunities—a stark contrast to their latest outing—and they dominated faceoffs with a win percentage standing strong at 57 percent.

The key takeaway is inconsistency; while PIT can deliver high-scoring performances as seen against Columbus Blue Jackets, there's also potential for them to fall flat as witnessed versus Washington Capitals.

Against NJD, it's imperative that PIT finds consistency in their play—especially on special teams—and capitalizes on scoring opportunities when presented. The Devils will not make it easy; they're known for being tenacious opponents who can exploit any sign of weakness.

For fans eager to see if Pittsburgh can turn things around after their latest setback or continue building upon previous victories like that over Columbus Blue Jackets, this matchup promises high stakes and intense hockey action.

Mark your calendars: The puck drops at 7:00 PM Eastern Time on March 19th at Prudential Center in Newark. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ via Internet streaming or tune into MSGSN or SportsNet PT for television broadcasts.