The Pittsburgh Penguins are set to face off against the Columbus Blue Jackets to begin a highly anticipated NHL game on March 21, 2025, at 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT. The Blue Jackets are coming off a close 1-0 overtime setback to the Florida Panthers, while the Penguins lost 4-2 to the New York Islanders in their most recent game.
The Penguins have a definite edge in face-offs and special teams. Pittsburgh is 10th throughout the league with a power play percentage of 24%, while Columbus ranks 23rd with a power play percentage of 19.2%.
The Penguins additionally hold the advantage on the penalty kill, where they are 19th with a 77.3% win rate, whereas the Blue Jackets are 25th with a 75.5% success rate.
Furthermore, Columbus trails Pittsburgh at 47.4% (27th) in the face-off circle, while Pittsburgh dominates with 52.4% of draws (6th), which may give them important puck possession opportunities.
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Pittsburgh Penguins vs Columbus Blue Jackets: Date and puck-drop time
The Pittsburgh Penguins will battle with the Columbus Blue Jackets in an electrifying NHL game on March 21, 2025, at 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT, at PPG Paints Arena, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Date | March 21, 2025 |
Puck-Drop Time | 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT |
Venue | PPG Paints Arena |
Location | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
How to watch Pittsburgh Penguins vs Columbus Blue Jackets on TV & stream live online
TV channel: NHL Network
Streaming service: Fubo
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Pittsburgh Penguins vs Columbus Blue Jackets team news
Pittsburgh Penguins team news
Tristan Jarry has a marginally superior record of 12-9-4, a 3.13 GAA, and a .895 SV%, with no shutouts.
Alex Nedeljkovic has a 12-14-5 record, a 3.17 GAA, and a .891 SV%, with one shutout.
Sidney Crosby leads the Penguins with 74 points, 24 goals, and 50 assists.
Pittsburgh Penguins Injuries
Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
Emil Bemstrom | Undisclosed | Day-to-Day |
Tommy Novak | Lower body injury | Day-to-Day |
Columbus Blue Jackets team news
Daniil Tarasov has had a difficult season having a 7-8-2 record, 3.51 GAA, .882 SV%, and one shutout for the Blue Jackets.
Kirill Marchenko has 25 goals, including two on the power play, and 170 shots.
Zach Werenski has scored 69 points, 20 goals, and 49 assists.
Columbus Blue Jackets injuries
Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
Jake Christiansen | Upper body injury | Day-to-Day |
Erik Gudbranson | Shoulder injury | Day-to-Day |
Pittsburgh Penguins and Columbus Blue Jackets head-to-head record
The Blue Jackets have won three of the past five head-to-head meetings, including a commanding 6-2 triumph on November 16, 2024, and a close 4-3 victory on January 8, 2025. However, the Penguins displayed resiliency, winning emphatic triumphs like their 7-3 triumph on the fifth of October 2024, and a respectable 3-1 victory a day earlier. Columbus may try to use their attacking weapons, such as Kirill Marchenko and Zach Werenski, to their advantage given their recent success, especially in close games. However, in order to maintain possession and create scoring opportunities, Pittsburgh will mainly rely on its unique team edge and Sidney Crosby's leadership. The Penguins' superior power play and face-off domination could make the difference in this game, which could be another hotly contested encounter given the fierce rivalry of their prior meetings.
Date | Results |
|---|---|
Jan 08, 2025 | Blue Jackets 4-3 Penguins |
Nov 16, 2024 | Blue Jackets 6-2 Penguins |
Oct 05, 2024 | Penguins 7-3 Blue Jackets |
Oct 04, 2024 | Penguins 3-1 Blue Jackets |
Mar 31, 2024 | Blue Jackets 4-3 Penguins |