Penguins vs. Blue Jackets Preseason: How to Watch, TV Schedule, Game Preview, and Prediction

0 Sara Smith September 24, 2025

The NHL preseason is in full swing, and tonight, the Pittsburgh Penguins travel to take on their Metropolitan Division rivals, the Columbus Blue Jackets, at Nationwide Arena. The puck drops at 7:00 PM ET on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. This matchup offers an exciting preview of the 2025-26 season for both squads.

How to Watch Penguins vs. Blue Jackets

For fans in the United States, there are a few options to catch the action. The game will be available to stream live on the Penguins’ official website. For those in the Blue Jackets’ local television market, the game will be televised on FanDuel Sports Network. Out-of-market fans may be able to stream the game on ESPN+.

Canadian fans will be able to watch the game on Sportsnet and TVA Sports. Check your local listings for the specific channel.

Last Season’s Records

The Penguins are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2024-25 season that saw them finish 7th in the Metropolitan Division with a record of 34-36-12 (80 points). The Blue Jackets, on the other hand, had a more successful campaign, finishing 4th in the same division with a record of 40-33-9 (89 points).

Game Preview and Prediction

This preseason clash will be an interesting test for both teams. The Penguins will be looking to their veteran core of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang to lead the way, while also evaluating some of their younger prospects. The Blue Jackets, a team on the rise, will be looking to build on their strong finish to last season. Key players to watch for Columbus include Zach Werenski, who had a record-breaking season for a defenseman with 82 points, and young forwards Adam Fantilli and Kirill Marchenko, who each scored 31 goals.

This game should be a hard-fought battle between two division rivals. While it’s only preseason, expect a high level of intensity.

Prediction: Penguins 4, Blue Jackets 3 (OT)

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