Vancouver Canucks vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Picks & Predictions
On Monday at 1pmET, the Vancouver Canucks, who currently lead the Pacific Division with a record of 27-14, will be traveling to Ohio to face the Columbus Blue Jackets. With
Game outlook
On Monday at 1pmET, the Vancouver Canucks, who currently lead the Pacific Division with a record of 27-14, will be traveling to Ohio to face the Columbus Blue Jackets. With a record of 13-21-9, the Blue Jackets are currently in eighth place in the Metropolitan Division. This matchup marks the first meeting between the two teams this season. In terms of betting odds, Vancouver is the favored team with an initial opening line of -216, which has since shifted to -210.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Canucks -210 | Blue Jackets +179
Spread: Canucks -1.5 (+115) | Blue Jackets +1.5 (-135)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Vancouver will win straight-up is 68%.
Vancouver Canucks
The Vancouver Canucks have recently experienced a string of successes, winning their last five games in a row. Notably, they achieved a shutout victory against the Buffalo Sabres, emerging as the victors with a narrow 1-0 scoreline. This win marked the first time this season that the team emerged triumphant after scoring only one goal or fewer. Sam Lafferty was responsible for the Canucks' sole goal in the game. Unfortunately, the team had to endure the challenges brought by a winter storm in Buffalo, forcing them to stay in the city. Seeking to continue their journey, the team traveled via bus to Toronto on Sunday before catching a flight to Columbus. In this impressive victory, goaltender Thatcher Demko showcased remarkable skill by saving all 26 shots directed at him, resulting in his fourth shutout of the season. His overall season record stands at 22 wins and 9 losses, with a goals-against average of 2.47 and a save percentage of .919. Leading the team in points is center J.T. Miller, who has accumulated 58 points from 19 goals and 39 assists. Additionally, center Elias Pattersson has contributed 22 goals and 35 assists to bolster the team's offensive capabilities. Analyzing the Canucks' performance in various statistical categories, they currently rank fourth in the NHL for goals against, allowing an average of 2.5 goals per game. However, their penalty kill performance places them 20th in the league with a success rate of 78.7%. On the offensive end, they lead the league in goals per game, averaging 3.8 goals. Surprisingly, their shot count per game lands them in 28th place at 28.2 shots. Their power play success rate of 23.2% positions them 12th in the league. Overall, with a power ranking of 14, the Vancouver Canucks demonstrate their strength and consistency this season. They are ranked first in offense for scoring an average of 3.90 goals per game. Additionally, their solid defensive performance places them fourth in the league, as they allow an average of 2.62 goals against per game. Currently, they hold a season record of 29 wins, 11 losses, and 3 ties.