Games / NHL / Jan 12, 2027

Colorado Avalanche vs Pittsburgh Penguins: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Colorado Avalanche (11-6-2) visit the Pittsburgh Penguins (6-10-2) on Tuesday, January 12, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA. TV: Disney+/ESPN+/Hulu. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Pittsburgh Penguins vs Colorado Avalanche.

NHLTuesday, January 12, 2027

Colorado Avalanche11-6-2

7:00 PM ETJan 12, 2027

Pittsburgh Penguins6-10-2

DateJan 12, 2027

Time7:00 PM ET

VenuePPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA

TVDisney+/ESPN+/Hulu

Team comparison

Colorado AvalanchePittsburgh Penguins

Goals per game

4.1

3.2

Goals allowed per game

3.1

3.6

11-6-2Record6-10-2

2nd in Central DivisionStanding7th in Metropolitan Division

4-5Road record / home record4-4

WWLLWLast 5LWLLL

W2StreakL1

Team stats

Colorado AvalanchePittsburgh Penguins

Goals Against Average

3.06

3.56

Shots Against per Game

27.2

27.3

Penalty Kill Percentage

78.2

76.6

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

4.00

3.17

Shots per Game

30.6

27.3

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

23.3

20.4

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

164

116

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Colorado Avalanche

Josh Manson D · Ankle

Injured Reserve

Zachary L'Heureux LW · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Pittsburgh Penguins

Elmer Soderblom LW · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Bryan Rust RW · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

Trevor van Riemsdyk D · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

Ryan Graves D · Knee

Injured Reserve

Ville Koivunen RW · Lower Body - Not Specified

Day-To-Day

Recent form

Colorado AvalancheWWLLW

Nov 10, 2026 · at Toronto Maple LeafsW 6-3

Nov 7, 2026 · vs Detroit Red WingsW 4-0

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Nashville PredatorsL 2-3

Nov 3, 2026 · at Columbus Blue JacketsL 2-7

Nov 2, 2026 · at Chicago BlackhawksW 5-2

Pittsburgh PenguinsLWLLL

Nov 8, 2026 · at Anaheim DucksL 2-5

Nov 7, 2026 · at Los Angeles KingsW 5-2

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Boston BruinsL 2-6

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsL 2-3

Oct 31, 2026 · at Montreal CanadiensL 4-5

Season series

COL leads series 1-0

Jan 12, 2027COL 0, PIT 0

Oct 16, 2026PIT 2, COL 5

Team pages

Colorado Avalanche
Schedule, roster and stats

Pittsburgh Penguins
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Colorado Avalanche vs Pittsburgh Penguins?

The game is on Tuesday, January 12, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA.

How can I watch Colorado Avalanche vs Pittsburgh Penguins?

TV: Disney+/ESPN+/Hulu.

What are the records of the Colorado Avalanche and Pittsburgh Penguins?

Colorado Avalanche: 11-6-2. Pittsburgh Penguins: 6-10-2.

Who is injured for Colorado Avalanche vs Pittsburgh Penguins?

Listed out or doubtful: Colorado Avalanche: Josh Manson, Zachary L'Heureux. Pittsburgh Penguins: Elmer Soderblom, Bryan Rust, Trevor van Riemsdyk, Ryan Graves. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Colorado Avalanche vs Pittsburgh Penguins played?

PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA.

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