In the upcoming matchup versus the Columbus Blue Jackets, which starts at 7:00 PM ET on Friday, can we bet on Evgeni Malkin to find the back of the net for the Pittsburgh Penguins? Let’s dig into the most relevant stats and trends to determine which prop bets you should be strongly considering.

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Will Evgeni Malkin score a goal against the Blue Jackets?

Odds to score a goal this game: +195 (Bet $10 to win $19.50 if he scores a goal)

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Malkin stats and insights

• In five of 18 games this season, Malkin has scored — but just one goal each time.
• He has not faced the Blue Jackets yet this season.
• On the power play, Malkin has accumulated one goal and four assists.
• He takes 2.5 shots per game, and converts 11.1% of them.

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Blue Jackets defensive stats

• The Blue Jackets have conceded 54 goals in total (3.6 per game), which ranks 25th in the league in goals allowed.
• So far this season, the Blue Jackets have not shut out an opponent. They are averaging 18.1 hits and 13.7 blocked shots per game.

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Malkin recent games

Penguins vs. Blue Jackets game info

• Game Day: Friday, November 15, 2024
• Game Time: 7:00 PM ET
• TV Channel: NHL Network
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)

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