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Erik Karlsson - Defense | Pittsburgh Penguins | Spot Sports

Erik Karlsson

Hockey

Defense

About

Erik Karlsson is a hockey defenseman for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL. Erik Karlsson wears #65, stands 6' 0" and weighs 186 lbs, is 36 years old. Use this profile for current stats, career history, and recent Pittsburgh Penguins videos and podcast mentions tied to Erik Karlsson. Spot Sports connects Erik Karlsson's structured profile facts with Pittsburgh Penguins team context, NHL schedule context, video clips, podcast episodes, and watch links so the page works as a useful starting point instead of a bare roster record.

Career Journey

2026

Pittsburgh Penguins

NHL

Current

Defense • #65 • active

Current Season

PTS

+/-

PIM

Career Stats

Season	Team	G	A	PTS	+/-	GP	PIM	SOG
2025-26	PIT	15	51	66	8	75	22	176
2024-25	PIT	11	42	53	-24	82	20	191
2023-24	PIT	11	45	56	4	82	44	213
2022-23	SJ	25	76	101	-26	82	36	209
2021-22	SJ	10	25	35	-14	50	14	117
2020	SJ	8	14	22	-18	52	18	110
2019-20	SJ	6	34	40	-15	56	16	120
2018-19	SJ	3	42	45	6	53	22	169
2017-18	OTT	9	53	62	-25	71	36	196
2016-17	OTT	17	54	71	10	77	28	218
2015-16	OTT	16	66	82	-2	82	50	248
2014-15	OTT	21	45	66	7	82	42	292
2013-14	OTT	20	54	74	-15	82	36	257

Latest Videos

Penguins vs. Flyers | NHL Playoff Highlights | Game 3 | April 22, 2026

NHL

Erik Karlsson scores a goal against the New Jersey Devils

New Jersey Devils

Hot Mic Moment: Erik Karlsson Crashes Out On Ref #request

Jens95

Honestly... SAME! 🤣🔊🤣🔊

NHL

Flyers vs. Penguins | NHL Highlights | March 07, 2026

NHL

Penguins vs. Bruins | NHL Highlights | March 03, 2026

NHL

Latest Podcast Episodes

Best Role Players of the Sidney Crosby Era

Tip of the Ice-Burgh Podcast

Marcus Pettersson Trade, Sullivan's Young-Player Reputation & Metro Predictions ft. Dan Kingerski

Rink Rap | A New York Rangers Podcast from Forever Blueshirts

DK's Double Shot of Penguins: Erik Karlsson's future

DK Pittsburgh Sports: Daily podcasts on Steelers, Penguins, Pirates!

Spring Cleaning – Pittsburgh Penguins

NHL Wraparound Podcast

Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Panthers Land Markström

The FAN Hockey Show

Erik Karlsson's RESURGENT season helps power Penguins to the playoffs!

Locked On Penguins - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Penguins

Frequently asked

What team does Erik Karlsson play for?

Erik Karlsson currently plays for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL as a defenseman, wearing jersey number 65.

Where can I watch Erik Karlsson play?

Erik Karlsson's live games follow the Pittsburgh Penguins schedule. Open the Pittsburgh Penguins watch calculator for ZIP-specific streaming options, then check the NHL schedule for the exact game card when listings are available.

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What is the latest Erik Karlsson video or podcast?

Latest video: "Penguins vs. Flyers | NHL Playoff Highlights | Game 3 | April 22, 2026" from NHL; Latest podcast: "Best Role Players of the Sidney Crosby Era" from Tip of the Ice-Burgh Podcast. This profile currently has 6 videos and 18 podcast episodes tagged to Erik Karlsson.

Creators covering Erik Karlsson

Video podcasts that cover Erik Karlsson — their episodes and clips, right here next to the scores and stats.

Listen

Eric Karlsson's return as an elite NHL defender

The Athletic Hockey Show

Plattner Interview Reaction! | EP 106 Worried About Sharks’ Start?

San Jose Hockey Now Podcast