Takeaways: Murashov Bright Spot Against Blue Jackets In Penguins' Third-Straight Loss

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First period […]SB NationPenguins UGLY but Fight for Point in SO Loss to CBJCOLUMBUS, Ohio — By late in the second period, the Columbus Blue Jackets were outshooting the Pittsburgh Penguins 27-6 and […]Pittsburgh Hockey NowPenguins Grades: Murashov Brilliant; Team Struggling for AnswersCOLUMBUS, Ohio — Nothing was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins, and even after they found a spark, sloppy mistakes plagued […]Pittsburgh Hockey NowAdvertisementAdvertisementTakeaways: Mistakes Difference In Penguins' 5-3 Loss To CapitalsA turnover-heavy effort ultimately doomed the Pittsburgh Penguins Wednesday as they fell to 2-2 on the season.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsPREVIEW: Penguins looking to bounce back against Blue JacketsThe Pittsburgh Penguins (2-2-0) have lost two straight and looked bad in the process. The Columbus Blue Jackets (1-1-0) have put to rest a summer of unrest by quelling Zach Werenski trade talk and dealing Kirill Marchenko in a larger deal centered on acquiring Matthew Knies. The division rivals face off Friday at Nationwide Arena.WPXIPenguins 3 Thoughts: Searching for AnswersFor seven consecutive periods, the Pittsburgh Penguins have been on their heels, chasing the game, and committing jaw-dropping turnovers en […]Pittsburgh Hockey NowPittsburgh Penguins At Columbus Blue Jackets Preview: Lineup Changes, Where To WatchThe Pittsburgh Penguins will try to snap their two-game losing streak on Friday night.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsPenguins Game 5, Reset: Lines, Starting Goalies & How to Watch vs. CBJCOLUMBUS, OH. – The Pittsburgh Penguins (2-2-0) have lost two straight and looked bad in the process. The Columbus Blue […]Pittsburgh Hockey NowSidney Crosby Posts Rare Minus-4 in Penguins’ Loss to CapitalsSidney Crosby remains one of the best players in the NHL. But his defensive outing against the Washington Capitals was not good.The Penguins have struggled defensively since their epic shutout win over the Philadelphia Flyers. Wednesday night was no different, as Pittsburgh lost 5-3 to the Washington Capitals. It was the second time in their […] The post Sidney Crosby Posts Rare Minus-4 in Penguins’ Loss to Capitals appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYDan Muse Calls Out Penguins’ Costly Turnovers After Capitals LossPittsburgh’s head coach explained what’s behind the Penguins’ recent puck-management problems.Sportsnet PittsburghPittsburgh Penguins’ Defensive Numbers Have Taken Sharp Turn Since OpenerThe Pittsburgh Penguins started the 2026-27 season with a 7-0 thrashing vs. the Philadelphia Flyers. Defensively, they haven’t done much since.Pittsburgh has now allowed 13 goals in its first four games, following Wednesday night’s loss to the Washington Capitals. Take out their season-opening shutout win, and Pittsburgh has allowed those 13 goals in its previous […] The post Pittsburgh Penguins’ Defensive Numbers Have Taken Sharp Turn Since Opener appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYPenguins early season concern meter: Crosby’s start, Silovs consistency, defensive mistakesLooking at some early concerns and how concerning they might be for the Pittsburgh Penguins.SB NationPens Points: Capital CrushedA slow start on Wednesday night saw the Pittsburgh fall into a 4-1 that they almost clawed back from but ultimately fell short in a 5-3 loss to the Washington Capitals in D.C. Bryan Rust made his season debut after battling injury and scored his first of the season while Tommy Novak and Nick Robertson […]SB NationPenguins take on the Blue Jackets in Metropolitan Division playPittsburgh Penguins (2-2, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Columbus Blue Jackets (1-1, in the Metropolitan Division)Columbus, Ohio; Friday, 7 p.Associated PressGame Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Columbus Blue Jackets 10/9/2026Who: Pittsburgh Penguins (2-2-0, 4 points, 4th place Metropolitan Division) @ Columbus Blue Jackets (1-1-0, 2 points, 5th place Metropolitan Division) When: 7:00 p.m. eastern How to Watch: Locally televised game on Sportsnet Pittsburgh and CBJNHL, streaming for out of market at ESPN+ Pens’ Path Ahead: The Pens head home to play Dallas tomorrow night, then […]SB NationPenguins Make Big Evgeni Malkin Change With Sidney Crosby ImpactThe Pittsburgh Penguins started the season well but have dropped two games in a row. With that in mind, they’re making a change with Evgeni Malkin that will also impact Sidney Crosby. The lineup alteration comes on the heels of a 5-3 defeat to the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night. The Penguins had also lost […] The post Penguins Make Big Evgeni Malkin Change With Sidney Crosby Impact appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYPenguins vs Blue Jackets Prediction, Picks, NHL Odds for Friday, October 9Penguins vs Blue Jackets prediction, including picks and NHL odds for Friday, October 9.Action NetworkColumbus Blue Jackets (2 pts) vs. Pittsburgh Penguins (4 pts) Game PreviewThe Blue Jackets are 13-11-6 at home against Pittsburgh, and 20-30-11 all-time.The Hockey News - Columbus Blue JacketsPenguins Cut 26-Year-Old Skater Before Blue Jackets GameThe Pittsburgh Penguins have a matchup with the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday night in what is a pretty light NHL slate. Through four games played in the early going of the 2026-27 season, the Penguins are 2-2-0 (four points), which is middle of the pack in the Metro Division. Ahead of their game against […] The post Penguins Cut 26-Year-Old Skater Before Blue Jackets Game appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYPittsburgh Penguins Cut 26-Year-Old Player Before Blue Jackets GameThe Pittsburgh Penguins have a matchup with the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday night in what is a pretty light NHL slate. Through four games played in the early going of the 2026-27 season, the Penguins are 2-2-0 (four points), which is middle of the pack in the Metro Division. Ahead of their game against […] The post Pittsburgh Penguins Cut 26-Year-Old Player Before Blue Jackets Game appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY