Penguins @ Blue Jackets

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Final Score: Penguins 2 - Blue Jackets 3
Friday, October 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Pittsburgh
Penguins
2-2 Rating 1490
Form: LWWLL
2 – 3
Model Probability
47%
53%
Projected margin: Columbus Blue Jackets +0.5
Columbus
Blue Jackets
1-1 Rating 1492
Form: WLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Penguins Blue Jackets
All-time wins 49 23
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.6 2.8
Last meeting 3 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Penguins Blue Jackets
Games played 4 2
Avg goals scored 4.5 3.5
Avg goals conceded 3.2 3.5
Win percentage 50% 50%
Away win % / Home win % 50% 50%