Pittsburgh Penguins might lose their playoff spot unless they find a way to start winning

Despite being a big favorite, the Penguins cannot underestimate the Blue Jackets, who have been scrappy in their recent games.

The Penguins have been inconsistent all season, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, and their defense remains a concern.

While they have a star-studded lineup, including Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang, and Jake Guentzel, their defense has been allowing 3.1 expected goals and 14.1 high-danger scoring chances per 60 minutes, putting them in the bottom ten in the NHL in both metrics.

The Blue Jackets may have struggled this season, but they have had some impressive wins lately, including victories over Edmonton, Buffalo, Toronto, Dallas, and Winnipeg.

While they may be on a two-game losing streak, the Penguins have left the door open enough for the Blue Jackets to have a chance to pull off an upset.

In conclusion, every point is critical for the Penguins in their playoff race, and while they are favored to win against the Blue Jackets, they cannot afford to underestimate them.

With Pittsburgh’s defense being a concern, and the Blue Jackets being a scrappy team, the odds are enticing for an upset.