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Columbus Blue Jackets vs Pittsburgh Penguins: match prediction on 25 September 2026

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Prediction for

Win: Columbus Blue Jackets

44%

probability

Outcome probabilities (1X2) · by our model

44% 1
16% X
40% 2

Prediction fixed and will not change after kick-off

Prediction commentary

Based on data as of 24 Sep, 00:08

Pre-season fixture ends in stalemate

The match took place at the start of the September window, with the official NHL regular season set to begin in October.

The teams traded blows throughout the encounter. Sidney Crosby, at 1,761 points, is approaching the 2,000-point milestone for his career. He has praised Evgeni Malkin following the veteran’s one-year contract extension. Malkin recorded 61 points in 56 games during the 2025/26 season. Meanwhile, Kevin Hayes retired from the Penguins, and Adam Fantilli remains without a contract with Columbus as negotiations continue.

Recent form showed slight differences before the game. Pittsburgh had secured three wins and two losses in their previous five matches, scoring 15 goals. Columbus had two wins and three losses, with 10 goals scored.

Reasoning

Based on data as of 24 Sep, 00:08
  • Коламбус Блю Джекетс, last 5 games: 2 wins, 3 losses
  • Питтсбург Пингвинз, last 5 games: 3 wins, 2 losses
  • Head-to-head: 22 games, Коламбус Блю Джекетс — 8, Питтсбург Пингвинз — 14

Key factors

Form last 5 matches

Columbus Blue Jackets LLWLW 2 wins · 3 losses
Pittsburgh Penguins WLWLL 2 wins · 3 losses

Head to head 28

9Columbus Blue Jackets 0Draw 19Pittsburgh Penguins
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