2025–26 NHL Season
Pittsburgh Penguins
Metropolitan Division · Eastern · 1 games left
98
41-24-16 record
60.5%
81 games played
+27
288 GF · 261 GA
99.3
1 games remaining
Playoff Probability Breakdown
Remaining Schedule
The Pittsburgh Penguins currently have a 100% chance of making the 2025–26 NHL playoffs, a 0% chance of winning the Metropolitan Division, and are projected to finish with 99.3 points over 1 remaining games. Probabilities are updated daily at 9 AM ET using 25,000 Monte Carlo simulations of the remaining NHL schedule.
Metropolitan Division Standings
| Team | PTS | W-L-OT | GP | REM | PLAYOFFS | WIN DIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 Carolina Hurricanes | 110 | 52-22-6 | 80 | 2 | >99% | >99% |
2 Pittsburgh Penguins | 98 | 41-24-16 | 81 | 1 | >99% | <1% |
3 Philadelphia Flyers | 94 | 41-27-12 | 80 | 2 | 77% | <1% |
4 Washington Capitals | 93 | 42-30-9 | 81 | 1 | 16% | <1% |
5 Columbus Blue Jackets | 92 | 40-29-12 | 81 | 1 | 7% | <1% |
6 New York Islanders | 91 | 43-33-5 | 81 | 1 | <1% | <1% |
7 New Jersey Devils | 87 | 42-36-3 | 81 | 1 | <1% | <1% |
8 New York Rangers | 75 | 33-38-9 | 80 | 2 | <1% | <1% |
Playoff Race Context
Team Stat Rankings
2025–26 Season · Rank out of 32 teams
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View all team rankings →Pittsburgh Penguins 2025–26 Playoff Outlook
The Pittsburgh Penguins currently hold a strong position in the Eastern Conference with a record of 41-24-16 through 81 games, accumulating 98 points. They have one game remaining in the regular season. Despite their robust performance, their division rank is 0 in the Metropolitan Division, and their conference rank is 0 in the Eastern Conference, indicating their final seeding is yet to be determined but not at the very top.
With a 100% probability of making the playoffs, fans can be assured of postseason hockey in Pittsburgh. While their chances of winning the division, securing a Wild Card spot, or claiming the Presidents' Trophy are all at 0%, their guaranteed playoff berth signifies a successful regular season campaign and sets the stage for a competitive playoff run.
Season Narrative
The Penguins' 2025-26 season has been characterized by consistent performance, evidenced by their 41-24-16 record and 98 points over 81 games. Their ability to secure a playoff spot with a 100% probability, despite not leading their division or conference, suggests a resilient team that has found ways to win crucial games and maintain a strong standing within the Eastern Conference.
What Needs to Happen
With one game remaining and a projected final points total of 99, the Penguins are locked into a playoff position. To improve their seeding and gain a more favorable matchup, they will need to capitalize on their final regular-season game. Sustaining their current level of play and building momentum will be crucial for a deep run in the postseason.
Frequently Asked Questions
Analysis based on simulation data through 2026-04-12. Updated daily after each simulation run.