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Pittsburgh Penguins Outshine Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome

The Pittsburgh Penguins, with a record of 24-14-11, faced off against the Calgary Flames, who stood at 21-24-5. The game concluded with a scoreline of 4-1 in favor of the Pens. This victory highlighted their dominance on the ice and added another win to their tally.


Jan 21, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames goaltender Dustin Wolf (32) makes a save as Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) and Calgary Flames defenseman Kevin Bahl (7) fight for position during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

First Period


The opening period saw both teams testing each other's defenses. The Penguins managed to break through first with a goal that set the tone for the rest of the match. Evgeni Malkin was instrumental in this early lead, showcasing his skill and precision.


Second Period


As play resumed, Pittsburgh continued to apply pressure on Calgary's defense. Thomas Novak contributed significantly during this period by assisting one goal and scoring another himself. His performance was pivotal in maintaining momentum for his team.


Jan 21, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Stuart Skinner (74) during the second period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Third Period


In the final period, Jack St. Ivany's defensive prowess shone brightly as he assisted two goals while keeping Calgary's forwards at bay. The Pens' goaltender also played a crucial role by saving 18 out of 19 shots from reaching the back of their net.


Despite their efforts, what went wrong for Pittsburgh Penguins was evident in some missed opportunities during power plays where they failed to capitalize on chances given by penalties from Calgary.


Jan 21, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames center Connor Zary (47) and Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Ryan Shea (5) battle for the puck during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

The Pittsburgh Penguins vs Calgary Flames final score reflected not only individual brilliance but also cohesive teamwork that led them to triumph over their opponents.


Looking ahead, fans can catch the next game featuring Pittsburgh Penguins against Edmonton Oilers scheduled for January 22nd at Rogers Place in Edmonton at 9:00 PM EST broadcasted live on ESPN+ and SportsNet PT TV network channels.


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