Final Score: Penguins 5 - Blue Jackets 4
Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET

Penguins @ Blue Jackets

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Penguins
19-21 Rating 1473
Form: LWWWW
Model Probability
46%
54%
Projected margin: Columbus Blue Jackets +0.5
Blue Jackets
18-22 Rating 1479
Form: WWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Penguins Blue Jackets
All-time wins 48 22
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.6 2.8
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Penguins Blue Jackets
Games played 40 40
Avg goals scored 3.2 3.1
Avg goals conceded 3.2 3.3
Win percentage 48% 45%
Away win % / Home win % 50% 47%