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Calgary Flames vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: October 20, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Nationwide Arena — Columbus, OH

Article updated Oct 20, 2:23 AM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The game between these two teams promises good competition with both looking to start the season strong. The Flames have had a strong start with their 2-1-1 record and fresh

Game outlook

The game between these two teams promises good competition with both looking to start the season strong. The Flames have had a strong start with their 2-1-1 record and fresh off a 4-3 win, while the Blue Jackets are 1-2 after losing 4-0 the night before. Those with a keen eye for forecasts can take advantage of NHL Predictions to get an edge on the game.

Game Info

When: Friday, 10/20/2023 @ 7:00pm EST

Where: Nationwide Arena Stadium Flames vs Blue Jackets Betting Odds Moneyline: Flames -140 | Blue Jackets +120

Spread: Flames -1.5 (+173) | Blue Jackets +1.5 (-200)

Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Calgary will win straight-up is 58%.

Calgary Flames

The Calgary Flames have gotten off to a rough start this season despite their offense putting up points. Andrew Mangiapane, Elias Lindholm, and Jonathan Huberdeau have combined for five goals and eight assists while Adam Ruzicka, Dillon Dube, and Matthew Coronato have contributed four goals and five assists. Other offensive sparks have come from Rasmus Andersson and Noah Hanifin with a goal and six assists from the point. Calgary's offense is ranked 19th with an average of 3.00 goals per game Their defense is ranked 20th with an average of 3.67 goals allowed per game Jacob Markstrom has a .898 save percentage and a 2.96 goals against average Despite the offensive play, they have a 5-6 record, sitting at a power ranking of 8. The defense has been the main concern with goaltending struggles and open shots allowing opponents to score at will. Improvement from the defense will be needed if the Flames are to produce any success.

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Columbus Blue Jackets Analysis

The Columbus Blue Jackets are off to a difficult start and the offense has been sluggish, with Boone Jenner, Kirill Marchenko, and Patrik Laine having notched four goals and five assists. Johnny Gaudreau has yet to make an impact and has only two assists so far. The defense has been even more worrisome, allowing 3.67 goals per game and seven goals in the last two games. Elvis Merzlikins has been the bright spot in goal for the Blue Jackets with a .950 save percentage and a 1.84 goals-against average on 60 shots. Ivan Provorov and Erik Gudbranson have shined on the blue line with 15 blocked shots. Overall ranking: #30 Offense: #23 (2.33 per game) Defense: #21 (3.67 per game) Record: 1-2

Blue Jackets vs. Flames: High Stakes Matchup with Strong Players at Play on Both Sides

The Flames and Blue Jackets face off in a matchup with high stakes. Both teams are eager to improve their standing, and the Blue Jackets enter as home Underdogs. With a strong forward unit, including Boone Jenner and Patrik Laine, and a strong defensive line led by Ivan Provorov and Erik Gudbranson, the Blue Jackets have the potential for victory. Keep an eye on goaltender Elvis Merzlikins for some great saves. Consider taking the Blue Jackets money line in this promising matchup.

Written by Hopkinspicks Published on 10/20/2023 Category: NHL Picks

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SportsJaw Flames vs Blue Jackets archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Flames vs Blue Jackets matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Calgary Flames-145 → -160Moved
  • Moneyline · Columbus Blue Jackets+120 → +140Moved
  • Spread · Calgary Flames-1.5 (+170) → -1.5 (+155)Moved
  • Spread · Columbus Blue Jackets+1.5 (-200) → +1.5 (-180)Moved
  • Total · Over6.5 (-110) → 6.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under6.5 (-110) → 6.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Calgary Flames
5-6 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Columbus Blue Jackets
5-5 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-5-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-10-20T06:23:01.837Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Columbus Blue Jackets defeated Calgary Flames 3-1

Columbus Blue Jackets defeated Calgary Flames 3-1 on October 20, 2023, a 2-goal decision in the series. Columbus Blue Jackets' strongest period was the 2nd period, when it outscored its opponent 1-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Calgary Flames -1.5 (+155) spread, Columbus Blue Jackets covered, while the 4 combined goals finished under the recorded total of 6.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • OddssharkTotal · Over 6.5 (-110)Loss
  • BtMoneyline · Calgary Flames -145Loss
  • ryry663Spread · Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5 (-200)Win
  • CoolioMoneyline · Calgary Flames -145Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Under 6.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkMoneyline · Calgary Flames -145Loss
  • CoversMoneyline · Calgary Flames -145Loss