Carolina Hurricanes vs Pittsburgh Penguins Head-to-Head

Penguins built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 44 of 83 decided meetings (53%) (plus 11 ties). In the shootout era they are 39-40 against each other (49% Penguins). 11 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. They have crossed paths in the postseason 4 times. Hurricanes currently hold a 3-game winning streak between the teams. Games average a 2.3-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Penguins' 8-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Hurricanes hold a 15-5 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1990s produced the deepest sample with 44 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1979, so the rivalry has spanned 47 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Hurricanes won 5-1 on Mar 22, 2026. Through the 2020s Hurricanes have led 15-4 between the teams.