5 Pittsburgh Penguins Games to Watch for in November

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Dec 7, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) looks to make a pass with Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara (33) on the ice and goalie Tuukka Rask (40) behind during the first period at TD Banknorth Garden. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports

The Pittsburgh Penguins wrap up their first month of the season with a tough match-up against the reigning Stanley Cup Champions, the Los Angeles Kings, this Thursday (October 30th). Pittsburgh posted a strong opening month that saw them go 5-2-1 and place second amongst their division, and they’ll look to keep the momentum rolling into November.

That being said, here are 5 November games to mark on your calendars:

After a heartbreaking playoff loss that saw the Penguins take the Rangers to the brink of elimination only to see New York come back to win the series in seven games, Pittsburgh will surely be looking to have some revenge in the teams’ first meeting of the 2014-15 season. The impact of the Penguins’ loss to New York was deeply felt, as it served as the final tipping point in a long line of underwhelming playoff appearances, prompting the Penguins’ ownership to clean house this summer. After sweeping changes that brought in a new general manager, a new coach, and plenty of roster changes, Pittsburgh will be hungry to show the Rangers that they have what it takes to put them away this time around.. Away. November 11th, 2014. Pitt vs New York Rangers. 1. player. 95

November 18th, 2014. Pitt vs Montreal Canadiens. 2. player. 152. It’s always a treat to see <a href=. Away

November 21st & 22nd, 2014. Pitt vs New York Islanders. 3. player. 106. As the month nears its close, the Pens will suit up for a home-and-home against their division rivals, the New York Islanders. With the Isles putting in a strong season thus far that has them 1st among the division, Pittsburgh will look to bring them back down to reality and prove that the Pens are the true cream of the Metropolitan crop. After a hefty amount of upgrades at all positions this summer, it won’t be an easy couple nights for the Penguins, as the Islanders have proven they are not the basement-dwelling team of seasons past. The two captains, and former Olympic teammates, will surely push each other to post strong numbers over the back-to-back contests, as <a href=. Home/Away

November 24th, 2014. Pitt vs Boston Bruins. 4. player. 70. Even if a full season has passed since it occurred, the Penguins are sure to still have a chip on their shoulder whenever they face off against the Bruins after Boston swept them out of the Eastern Conference Finals in 2013. The Pens will be looking to launch as strong an offensive attack as they possibly can, still trying to live down the embarrassing series that saw Pittsburgh post only 4 goals over 4 games.<div class=. Away

It won’t be easy, however, as Boston still boasts one of the strongest teams in the league. The two clubs traded close games last season, so this one could truly go either way.

However, Pittsburgh will hope their new aggression and physical edge will allow them to finally claim a decisive victory against the Bruins, as the game is sure to act as a measuring stick for their future playoff success.

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Pitt vs Boston Bruins

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Even if a full season has passed since it occurred, the Penguins are sure to still have a chip on their shoulder whenever they face off against the Bruins after Boston swept them out of the Eastern Conference Finals in 2013.

The Pens will be looking to launch as strong an offensive attack as they possibly can, still trying to live down the embarrassing series that saw Pittsburgh post only 4 goals over 4 games.

It won’t be easy, however, as Boston still boasts one of the strongest teams in the league. The two clubs traded close games last season, so this one could truly go either way.

November 28th & 29th, 2014. Pitt vs Carolina Hurricanes. 5. player. 109. In what won’t be quite as challenging a task as the Bruins affair, Pittsburgh will close out the month with a home-and-home against Carolina. With the Hurricanes decimated by injuries (including a fractured fibula for former Penguin <a href=. Home/Away

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