Pittsburgh Penguins vs Columbus Blue Jackets Final Score, Oct. 9, 2026
Pittsburgh Penguins5-6-1, 11 pts
Columbus Blue Jackets4-5-0, 8 ptsThe Pittsburgh Penguins vs Columbus Blue Jackets final score on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026: the Blue Jackets beat the Penguins 3-2 in a shootout. The Blue Jackets led 1-0 after the first, and after the third it was Penguins 2, Blue Jackets 2, so the game went to a shootout.
Penguins vs Blue Jackets Score by Period
Goals in each period for both clubs, visitors first. The Total column is the final score, with the shootout counted as one goal for the winner.
| Team | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | OT | SO | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
Penguins vs Blue Jackets Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Blue Jackets play at Nationwide Arena in Columbus.
| Matchup | Pittsburgh Penguins at Columbus Blue Jackets |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, Oct. 9, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Final/SO |
| TV | CBJNHL |
| Venue | Nationwide Arena, Columbus |
| Home team | Columbus Blue Jackets (Columbus, United States) |
| Away team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
| Final score | Penguins 2, Blue Jackets 3 (SO) |
Penguins vs Blue Jackets in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Penguins and the Blue Jackets meet 4 times in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Blue Jackets lead the season series 1-0. Every meeting is listed below with its result or start time, and each one opens that game's own page.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 9 | 0-1, 1-1, 1-0, OT 0-0, SO 0-1 | CBJNHL | Final/SO | |
| Mon, Nov 30 | Columbus Blue JacketsCBJPittsburgh PenguinsPIT | CBJNHL | Scheduled | |
| Tue, Mar 16 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPITColumbus Blue JacketsCBJ | CBJNHL | Scheduled | |
| Mon, Mar 22 | Columbus Blue JacketsCBJPittsburgh PenguinsPIT | CBJNHL | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Penguins and Blue Jackets
The Penguins are 5-6-1, 6th in the Metropolitan Division with 11 points and a last-10 record of 3-6-1. The Blue Jackets are 4-5-0, 8th in the Metropolitan with 8 points and 4-5-0 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 5-6-1 | 11 | 4-1-0 | 1-5-1 | 40 | 40 | W2 | 3-6-1 | WWLLL | |
| 9 | 4-5-0 | 8 | 4-3-0 | 0-2-0 | 22 | 30 | W1 | 4-5-0 | WLLWL |
Next Game for the Penguins and the Blue Jackets
Pittsburgh Penguins
The Penguins next play vs Utah Mammoth on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on Utah 16.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 29 |  Utah MammothUTAPittsburgh PenguinsPIT | Utah 16 | Scheduled |
Columbus Blue Jackets
The Blue Jackets next play at Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on NBC Sports Phil.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | Columbus Blue JacketsCBJ Philadelphia FlyersPHI | NBC Sports Phil | Scheduled |
FAQ About Penguins vs Blue Jackets
Who won Penguins vs Blue Jackets on Oct. 9, 2026?
The Blue Jackets beat the Penguins 3-2 in a shootout. Final score: Pittsburgh Penguins 2, Columbus Blue Jackets 3.
What was the Penguins vs Blue Jackets score by period?
The Blue Jackets led 1-0 after the first, and after the third it was Penguins 2, Blue Jackets 2, so the game went to a shootout.
Did Penguins vs Blue Jackets go to overtime?
Yes. The game was tied after regulation and overtime and was decided in a shootout.
Where is Penguins vs Blue Jackets being played?
At Nationwide Arena in Columbus, home of the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Pittsburgh Penguins are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Penguins or the Blue Jackets?
The Penguins. They are 5-6-1 with 11 points, against 4-5-0 and 8 points for the Blue Jackets.
How many times do the Penguins and Blue Jackets play in 2026-27?
4 times. 1 game has been played and the Blue Jackets lead the season series 1-0.
Does Penguins vs Blue Jackets count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
When do the Penguins and Blue Jackets play again?
On Monday, Nov. 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, Columbus Blue Jackets at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh.
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