Expert recap and game analysis of the Pittsburgh Penguins vs. New York Islanders NHL game from March 30, 2026 on ESPN.

Anthony Mantha and Rickard Rakell each scored twice, and the Pittsburgh Penguins scored five goals in the second period en route to an 8-3 come-from-behind win against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on Monday.

Frustration is building inside the Pittsburgh Penguins organization after a series of disputed NHL decisions against them during a critical stretch. The Penguins are pushing for a playoff spot after a three-season drought.

The Pittsburgh Penguins face the New York Islanders on Monday at UBS Arena in their biggest game since losing in overtime of Game 7 against the New York Rangers about 15 miles away in May 2022. There is no shortage of storylines: the health of Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin,

While speaking to reporters, including NHL.com's Jameson Olive, Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice shared that former Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evan Rodrigues will miss the rest of the 2025-26 season due to a broken finger.

NEW YORK (AP) — Anthony Mantha had two goals and an assist, Rickard Rakell scored twice and the Pittsburgh Penguins rallied to defeat the New York Islanders 8-3 on Monday night in a crucial game in the competitive Eastern Conference playoff race.